Village Beat Magazine - Issue 47

A PUBLICATION OF VILL AGE MARKET

SHOP I EAT I LIVE ISSUE 47

FOR OUR

little shoppers

FOOD, FUN & FASHION FOR KIDS - ALL AT VILLAGE MARKET

in THIS issue Issue 47

2 Editorial 4 Village Social 6 Village Scene

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ON SHARE OK O B FACE

Game Night Salsa Night Real Estate Excellence Awards A recreational festive season

10 Village Cares

Connecting with the city’s keepers

12 A Magical Village

Festive season promotion winners

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13 Bowling League Tournaments

Bowling tournaments take centre stage at Village Market

14 International Schools Fair

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Village Market to host 4th International Schools Fair

18 Village Planner 19 Kids Stuff

For our little shoppers

24 New Villager

26 Bonus card

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28 Food Market

A food lover’s haven

30 A-Z of Village Market 1

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A PUBLICATION OF VILLAGE MARKET ISSUE 47

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for our

LITTLE SHOPPERS Y

ou are hereby forbidden from starting a rumour to the effect that Village Market is creating a mini-mall catering to the needs of small shoppers. While we love our fun-sized fans and friends, we have no plan whatsoever to create a Lilliputian shopping complex, now or in future.

This issue of Village Beat is simply dedicated to the young ones and the young at heart. With the entertainment and recreation options at Village Market getting better every day, it’s clear there is much more for children to do at the complex than ever before.

But it’s not just recreational stuff, there are fashion brands and dining experiences for you and your kids. From Woolworths to Pizza Hut, LEGO and Keventers, there’s certainly lots of experiences at Village Market that your children will enjoy.

In the last issue of the magazine, we announced that someone would walk away with KES 1.2 million worth of Village Market shopping vouchers in the Magical Village festive season promotion.

Well, someone did. Check out the full list of winners inside.

The year is off to a great start. There’s lots to look forward to at Village Market. From bowling tournaments to new outlets opening, it can only get better.

Stick around!

Village Village Market

@VillageMarket

@the_village_market

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Village SOCIAL

Village www.villagemarket-kenya.com GAME NIGHT January

It was yet another fun-filled evening at the food court as families, co-workers and friends came out for VM Game Night. Game Night is a bi-monthly board game event that is hosted by Village Market in partnership with Terrian Chess Academy (TCA). Games such as scrabble, backgammon, checkers, Monopoly, Jenga, Connect Four and chess are laid out on the tables at the food court for shoppers and diners to select and play. Chess, the game of the evening, attracted quite a number of players across all ages, each of them battling it out to emerge the grandmaster of the evening.

VM GAME NIGHT: Bi-monthly event

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Village SCENE SALSA NIGHT February

Salsa Night has become a popular event at Village Market taking place every last Friday of the month.

The upbeat Latin music and great food makes this the perfect way to kick off the weekend. The event attracts Latin music enthusiasts, dancers and guests who are out to put their best foot forward.

Salsa is a popular form of social dance originating from Cuban folk dancing. The movements of Salsa are a combination of AfroCuban dance, Son, Cha-Cha-Cha, Mambo and other dance forms.

Different regions of Latin America and the United States have distinct Salsa styles of their own such as Cuban, Puerto Rican, Cali Colombia, L.A. and New York styles.

REAL ESTATE EXCELLENCE AWARDS

AWARDS: celebrating key players in real estate

November

Village Market Management received the award for Best In-House Real Estate Management at the Real Estate Excellence Awards held in November last year.

Speaking after receiving the award, Village Market’s managing director Hamed Ehsani noted the importance of family values in running enterprises: “To run a successful management team one must embrace and uphold strong family values, an important piece of company culture, which resonates with our staff and clients,” he said.

The Real Estate Excellence Awards recognise and celebrate the key players in various realms of the real estate sector who have over the years achieved excellent results and have positively impacted the lives of their clients.

Winners are recognised as market leaders who champion innovation and excellence and who stand out from their competitors in service provision and brand positioning.

According to the latest Real Estate Index, in the last five years, the real estate sector in Kenya has been on an exponential growth. This has been the result of the combined efforts by various players and stakeholders in the sector from land agents, housing cooperatives, property developers, property consultants, real estate related suppliers, financial sector players and the government, among others.

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Village SCENE A RECREATIONAL FESTIVE SEASON It truly was a magical Christmas at the Village Market as families chose to celebrate the season at the Family Entertainment & Recreation Centre (FERC). The entertainment featured a spectacular line-up of activities that included children’s workshops, physical challenges, live music and instant giveaways that guaranteed fun for families, friends and colleagues alike.

At our star facility Village Bowl, groups took part in exciting challenges of kingpin, strike attack and turkey. Adrenaline was high as pro-bowlers and beginners worked for high scores and instant prizes.

Under the Sea, Nairobi’s one-of-a-kind indoor kids play area, was jam-packed with children of all ages. They enjoyed magic shows, clowns, balloonists, treasure hunts and a cookie decorating class. To crown it all off was a special visit

by Santa Claus with his bag full of goodies.

Ozone Trampoline Park featured an array of challenges in a test of speed, strength and agility combining healthy exercises and awesome fun!

Contests included ninja warrior, slam dunk and wall climbing.

You might have missed out on the festive fun, but the Family Entertainment & Recreation Centre remains open every day of the week. You haven’t seen nothing yet!

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FESTIVE FUN: Celebrating the season

Village CONNECTING WITH THE CITY’S KEEPERS

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t the start of the year, Village Market partnered with the City Council of Nairobi – Westlands sub-county, to offer soft skills training to county staff. The two-day event was designed to provide practical knowledge aimed at building the professional capacity of the sub-county’s workforce, while also bringing the county government’s services closer to Village Market tenants.

Forty-five staff drawn from various departments within the sub-county received training in interpersonal skills, communication skills, image as well as personal branding. The event also offered a platform for Village Market staff to learn from the city’s keepers about the demands of public service.

Both organisations shared meaningful conversations on how best to sensitize Nairobi’s residents to be better custodians of the city.

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For 24 years now, Village Market has embraced responsible business practices by reaching out and touching the lives of its surrounding communities.

Our involvement in the society is based on four pillars: arts and culture, education, environment and health. We continue to partner with likeminded organisations and individuals to make a difference in the environment and the lives of people. Should you wish to support our social responsibility efforts or learn more about what we do, kindly contact us on: Tel: 020 712 2488/90 Email: admin@villagemarket-kenya.com

PARTNERSHIP: City Council of Nairobi offered training to VM staff

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VILLAGE WINNERS

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illage Market’s festive season promotion came to an end early this year with a few lucky shoppers walking away with a number of exciting prizes. The promotion ran from 1 December 2018 to 1 January 2019.

Shoppers who purchased goods or services at Village Market worth KES 5,000 and above were eligible to take part.

During the five-week promotion, 20 randomly selected participants received Village Market shopping vouchers equivalent to 10% of the value of their purchases. But it was Parbat Premji Rabadia who walked away with the grand prize – a year’s worth of

shopping at Village Market valued at KES 1.2M. Weekly winners listed below are accorded up to three months after the end of the campaign to redeem their prizes. Prizes that are not collected during this period will be handed over to the Betting Control & Licensing Board.

Village Market thanks all shoppers, tenants and the Betting Control & Licensing Board (BCLB) for their support towards the promotion’s success. We encourage you to take part in our midyear promotions, as you look forward to our annual festive season rewards. Thank you for shopping with us!

GRAND PRIZE WINNER Parbat Premji Rabadia

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WEEK 1 WINNERS

WEEK 3 WINNERS

James Gakunju Kahiu Gauri S.K Sennik Jaimini Amit Patel Damaris Wambui Ngugi Philippa Turner

Gillie Hutchinson Brenda Jo Nelson Vane Kenya Jennifer Wanjiru Awori Fehmina Karim Shariff

WEEK 2 WINNERS

WEEK 4 WINNERS

Alnoor Ramji Charania Trushar Mahendra Shah Ann Wairimu Wachira Surjit Kaur Davatwar Gulnar Naguib Kurji

Julie Caron Sofia De Jesus Mendez Caroline Armstrong Tolga Arif Kilic Esther Undisa Meeuwissen

BOWLING

league TOURNAMENTS

bowling tournaments take centre stage at VILLAGE MARKET

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ince Village Bowl opened at Village Market late last year, there has been a buzz in Nairobi with friends, family and co-workers thronging the facility to challenge one another while having fun.

It didn’t take long before these challenges became competitive. In fact, there’s a board at the bowling arena keeping tabs of Nairobi’s top bowling scores. Three months later and there’s now a new trend – bowling leagues.

Call us on 020 7122 477 or email us on fun@villagemarket-kenya.com for registration and more details.

JOIN A LEAGUE TODAY That’s right. You can now sign up to any league or form your very own team.

Anyone can join a league either for competitive or recreational purposes. You can form a league with your friends, family or colleagues. The idea is to hang out with pro-bowlers, meet new people and learn a new skill and some not-so-common bowling lingo. For instance, what does it even mean to get a turkey?

Village Bowl now runs competitive leagues open to anyone above 18 years, and a recreational bowling league open to all ages. In each of the leagues are a minimum of four and a maximum of six bowlers. Registration is now open for up

to 10 teams for the competitive bowling league and 25 teams for the recreational bowling league. There are exciting prizes to be won for the top teams.

So what are you waiting for? Form a league, register it and come and show off your crazy bowling skills. And if you’re looking for a league, we can help you join other bowlers looking for someone just like you!

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international SCHOOLS fair

village market

TO HOST 4TH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOLS FAIR

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olistic learning is vital in nurturing children who will become exemplary pillars of society in the future. International schools are often appreciated for their innovative and liberal approaches to learning.

From 29 to 31 March, the finest international schools in Kenya will gather at Village Market to showcase what they have to offer in terms of curriculum and extra-curricular activities. The fair provides a platform for private schools to meet with potential clients and the general public for a discourse on the best learning opportunities available in Kenya.

CONNECTING WITH THE PUBLIC ISF is open to institutions offering a wide range of world-class educational services.

Past exhibitors have included such institutions as Braeburn, Brookhouse, Sabis and Crawford International School to name a

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few. By attending the fair, these schools have been able to connect with parents and enrol new learners to their respective programmes.

Entry is free to members of the public, with daily expos running from 9.00am to 6.00pm. During the three-day event, leading schools from the private education sector provide the most updated information and answers to a comprehensive range of questions to help you make the best choice for your child.

ISF: offering educational services

THE RIGHT ENVIRONMENT Village Market’s events and exhibitions succeed in reaching large numbers of shoppers and visitors, thereby providing valuable marketing exposure for brands.

We are proud of the partnership that we have established with our return clientele who find value in showcasing their products and services within our shopping complex.

ISF takes place in an open, safe and relaxing environment within the mall, making it easy for visitors and shoppers explore and make enquiries in various booths. There is no entry fee and no prior booking for guests required. Parents and students also get to enjoy Village Market’s unrivaled shopping, dining, entertainment and recreation options, which is a wonderful experience for the whole family.

For more information on the fair, visitors and exhibitors can get in touch with Village Market’s business development team on 020 712 2488/90 or email admin@villagemarket-kenya.com

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PLANNER MAR

2019

APR

Rampel Designs and Designs For Living 8th – 25th March Exhibition Hall

Rampel Designs and Designs For Living collaborate for their first contemporary exhibition at Village Market showcasing beautifully handcrafted furniture pieces, bespoke fabrics and wallpaper sourced from the world’s best manufacturers. Free entry!

Anwar Sadat

27th March – 9th April Exhibition Hall For bookings and inquiries email: damar@villagemarket-kenya.com or vanessa@villagemarket-kenya.com or call +254 (0)20 7122 488

Where the Eagles Soar

by Jjuuko Hoods 20th February – 6th March Exhibition Hall

Jjuuko Hoods is one of Uganda’s most prolific artists. He will be showcasing his work for the first time in Village Market. His work integrates both modern and traditional African concepts and employs a unique technique of bark cloth painting. He extends his creativity by using other forms of media such as recycled polythene, bugs, wood, metal fabrication and copper wire on canvas.

The exhibition will be open from 9.00am to 7.00pm every day. Free entry!

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Anwar Sadat Nakibinge’s work features a rich interplay of colour incorporating fabrics as a medium. Anwar believes that as the sun colours flowers, so does art colour life. He defines his art as a blend of love, passion and joy. Free entry!

Cartoon Artist

21st February – 11th March Rooftop Gallery Joseph Njuguna (aka Cartoon) is one of the most collected artists in Kenya with more than 25 years of experience in the Kenyan art scene. The self-taught artist has participated in over 50 group exhibitions with eight solo shows in Kenya and beyond. Using painted narratives, his work showcases the nuances of everyday life, local values and culture. The central recurring figure of his work is a caring female who provides food and shelter for the family. In the exhibition, Cartoon will be collaborating with renowned sculptor Maurice Koiti and painter Elijah Ooko. Free entry!

Manjano Arts Festival

by Godown Arts Centre 23rd March – 23rd April Rooftop Gallery

The annual Manjano Arts Festival presents an opportunity to explore creative expressions of human interest stories that playout in the city of Nairobi every day. The exhibition will feature social and political commentary from a wide array of emerging and practising artists. The top three artists from each category will be awarded cash prizes for their work. For more information contact Prisca on info@ thegodownartscentre.com. Free entry!

KIDS

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LITTLE SHOPPERS

hopping malls, as the name suggests, are meant for shopping. But at Village Market, shopping is just a part of the experience we offer to our diverse customers. Within the mall are over 250 outlets where one can dine, shop, play and even stay, making the complex an ideal destination for visitors and families. Among these segments are the ones that are rarely acknowledged – the little shoppers, for whom the Village Market is a wonderland of the finest blend of food, fun and fashion. In this edition of Village Beat, we tell you all about the brands, outlets and activities catering to the young ones and young at heart

fashion KIDS APPAREL Woolworths offers a wide variety of fashion items for children up to the age of 15. Woolworths baby clothes, that cater for ages up to 24 months, are designed to keep your baby comfy, while giving you total convenience. Their pure cotton line features sleep suits, body rompers, vests and leggings, which are perfect for layering up or down as the weather changes. Their Woolies Babes clothes come with easy popper buttons and nifty envelope necks for quick changes. In living up to their responsibility values, Woolworths baby clothes are screened by metal detectors to ensure no needles are left behind in the clothing. This way, safety and comfort are guaranteed for your new born.

You can also shop for a wide range of wardrobe staples like T-shirts, shorts, dresses and jeans, as well as swimwear and occasion wear for kids aged of two to eight years. A wider variety is available for children between the ages nine and 15 years.

RECREATIONAL TOYS Nairobi Sports House has been in business since 1949. The sporting brand has grown to become a regional powerhouse offering wholesale dealers and retail customers sports equipment, sportswear, promotional items, educational materials, personal protective equipment, fitness exercise equipment, awards, trophies and pyrotechnics.

Nairobi Sports House is home to leading sports brands such as Puma, Adidas, Speedo, Mikasa, Reebok, Juma, Asics, Wilson, Samurai, Molten, TK, Stiga, Joerex and many more including their own brand – Connate.

The sporting brand stocks lots of products for kids that aid in mental and physical growth that offer fun and safety features all in one. These products include but are not limited to: • Swimming gear such as floaters, caps, goggles, snorkels, flippers, play centres, costumes, etc all starting from the age of five months old up to adults. Brands include Intex, Zoggs, Speedo, Mesuca, Super-K and Connate • Outdoor and recreational activities such as cycling, skating, soft balls and protective gear for safety. The brands include Raleigh bikes, Joerex, Ferrari, Mesuca, Hello Kitty and Super-K • Sports equipment for games such as football, lawn tennis, badminton, hockey, table tennis and playing cards. Gear includes football boots, uniforms, sports shoes, rackets, guards, etc. The brands for these include Adidas, Puma, Joma, Mikasa, Reebok, Stiga and Connate board games such as Ludo, Snakes & Ladders, Pictionary, Chess, Checkers.

All these products are available at NSH Village Market branch at competitive rates and in an assortment of sizes, designs and colours. Other fashion outlets catering to young ones include: Bata, Bossini, City Walk, Fabric Gallery, Foschini and One Way.

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fun UNDER THE SEA Sharks hanging from the ceiling, giant corals sprouting from the ground and a massive, wide-eyed octopus staring down at the ocean floor. This is Village Market’s children’s theme park – Under the Sea. It features larger-than-life models of sea creatures that your child can easily identify or learn about in a recreational way. It’s a safe space for toddlers and pre-schoolers, and awesome for play dates, themed parties and school trips.

Children can enjoy the interactive wall and floor, create various art and crafts, or build sand castles in the sandbox. Trampolines, slides, ball pits and the jungle gym are all set in a maze of adventure that will keep your child occupied for hours. Trained minders watch over your child and ensure safety as they play, while the Muppet-themed live band keeps things groovy.

Close by is the parents lounge featuring a cosy sitting area, a snack bar and adult-friendly entertainment. Get to bond with other parents over a board game or take the time to do your shopping or run errands across the mall.

Under the Sea is a fun, colourful and exciting way to grow your child’s imagination and to develops their coordination and social skills. It’s made child-friendly for: • Themed birthday parties • School trips • Play dates.

LEGO LEGO is the world’s No 1 toy brand that specializes in making patented interlocking building bricks. LEGO is both for adults and children and provides a holistic approach to learning cognitive, emotional, physical, social and creative skills. There a variety of LEGO themes available at Toy World, Village Market. These include: LEGO Duplo, Classic, Creator, Disney, MiniFigures, Friends, Super Heroes, City, Champions, Batman Movie, Ninjago, Star Wars and Technique.

LEGO has embarked on setting up a one-of- a-kind play area at Under The Sea, the children’s theme park at Village Market’s Family Entertainment and Recreation Centre. The LEGO play pool will give your little ones a unique experience as they dive right in and explore their ingenuity and creativity, while collecting memorable treasures of LEGO bricks. A pop-up shop at the theme park will offer discounts of 50% on purchases of LEGO play kits. This is the brainchild of Dream Factory Kenya (DFK) which is the sole distributor for LEGO retail in East Africa

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VR Gaming is the virtual reality arcade designed to transport you to a different universe. It’s the ideal platform for fantasists and gamers looking to escape reality. VR Gaming makes for an adrenaline-filled experience that stretches your mind and carries it to places your body wouldn’t otherwise go.

The gaming facility is fitted with Xtrematic VR and KAT VR equipment of the highest quality. A variety of games are available including: Sky Diving, Bungee Jumping, Skiing, Motorcycle Racing, White Water Rafting and the Pump-It Up Dance Machine. Special surround sound effects add an edge to this adrenaline-filled adventure. Each session guarantees you three games per single player set-up. VR Gaming is safe for players above the age of 10 and those who like to live on the edge. It’s also a unique venue for themed birthday parties and a chill-out spot for friends. VR Gaming is, however, not recommended for any child under the age of 10 years.

OZONE Get a great burst of energy at Ozone, Village Market’s 15,000 sq.ft trampoline park specially built for those who like to flip, jump, bounce, climb or simply fall into foam and turf. Ozone is great for kids, teens and adults alike. Ozone comes fitted with fancy neon lights, urban graffiti, live in-house DJs, a private party area and snack bar.

There more than 10 park activities to enjoy including the Open Course, Professional Climbing Wall, Dodgeball Court, the Ninja Course, Slam Dunk, Parkour Wall, Small Climbing Wall, the Baby Trampoline, Olympic Trampoline and the Foam Pit. The Club Ozone DJ’s set just the right tempo to get you flying high and up in the air.

Ozone is designed for you to have a blast and be safe while at it. Make special reservations for fitness activities or exclusive parties in the private room. Ozone is perfect for: • Fitness challenges • Team-building events • Birthday parties • Charity events • Photo & video shoots, and • Live performances.

food Village Market sets the bar for the mall dining experience. With over 45 international restaurant and eateries spread out across the mall, diners are spoilt for choice on what to eat and where. So whether your kids are in for a fine-dining experience, a quick grab-and go meal, healthy options or a cheesy, greasy fill, there’s something for every taste. Breakfast, dinner, lunch, snacks, cheats and treats are all catered for at Village Market. Various eateries and restaurants also offer kiddie menus with meals in perfect portions at the right price.

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NEW

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CREDIBLE SOUNDS The soundman’s shop Credible Sounds is home to the best selection of popular home audio equipment and musical instruments.

We stock everything from guitars, basses, amplifiers, keyboards, pianos, workstations, drums, percussions, microphones, PA systems, DJ equipment, recording equipment, studio gear and more.

At our new store at the Village Market we are now even closer to you.

Credible Sounds has a team of talented and professional staff who aid in all things musical instruments and audio electronics. Some of the services we offer include home audio consultation, keyboard maintenance and servicing, as well as consultation on public address system integration, implementation and installation. We also have a well-equipped service centre to handle all after sales service and queries.

Credible Sounds is the number one music store in Kenya and the top choice for many houses of worship, schools, government institutions and entertainment centres. In the modern age, we offer digital mixers and digital public address systems to suit our client’s ever expanding needs. Also available are Yamaha digital mixers as well as Turbo sound digital speakers.

to start or enhance your musical potential. Yamaha guitars, recorders, trumpets, saxophones and keyboards are the number one choice for learners and music teachers due to their good quality sound and durability. Entertain guests in your home with our wide variety of digital and acoustic pianos. Come and sample the beautiful sound of the Yamaha GB1K Baby Grand, one the best pianos in the world.

Are you a beginner or a professional DJ? We have you covered with our wide range of DJ controllers, CDJS, turntables and monitors. At affordable prices, you can now turn your hobby into a full-time profession while playing at home or at the club.

Professional products such as Yamaha Montage 8, MODX 8, Behringer UMX 610, Steinberg UR 22MKII, Yamaha HS Series of studio monitors and Behringers Condenser Microphones are just some of the equipment we stock that will definitely propel you to the next level of sound and music production.

Whether you are a beginner or professional player, we have you covered. We provide what you need

CREDIBLE SOUNDS Tel: +254 741 411963/412052 Email: credible@crediblesoundsvillagemarket.com

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Bonus CARD

FREQUENTLY ASKED ON BONUS CARD

questions

after every redemption. To redeem your points, you can visit the Bonus Card desk with your card in hand. To redeem KES 1000, you need to have accumulated 2,446 points. The least amount one can redeem is KES 500.

Q: What is Bonus Card?

Bonus Card is the loyalty programme designed to reward shoppers with gifts, discount vouchers and exclusive access to events, simply for shopping at Village Market.

Q: How does it work?

For every KES 500 spent at Village Market, shoppers accrue nine points to their Bonus Card account. After signing up to the programme, members can present their receipts at any Bonus Card desk at Village Market to have their accounts updated.

Q: How do I get to know my account balance?

Every time your points are updated, our representative will issue you with a printed receipt detailing the points earned and the total points accrued. The same applies

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Q: What’s in it for me?

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At any given time, you can redeem your points to pay for parking, visit the spa or go on a safari. Thanks to our many tenants, we have a long list of products and services on which you can spend your well-earned bonus points.

What’s more, you get to participate in Bonus Card promotions all through the year and win great prizes for you and your family. Every end of the year, we hold a grand event dubbed the Bonus Card Cocktail to thank our loyal shoppers and let them know what’s in store for them during the festive season and the year ahead.

Q: How do I sign up?

Please visit either of our two Bonus Card desks with a copy of your ID or passport details. It takes less than three minutes to fill in the Bonus Card registration

form and you get to acquire a membership card instantly.

Q: Anything else I should know?

BONUS CARD: Sign up today to start earning points

Bonus Card accepts receipts up to three months old from the date they are presented. So make a point of visiting us as often as possible, preferably on the same day or week you get your shopping done.

Bonus Card desks are open seven days a week; Monday to Friday 8am to 6pm, Saturday 8:30am to 6pm and Sunday 10am to 6pm. We are in the process of establishing four more desks to be situated at key locations within the mall. This is meant to improve our service delivery to our ever-growing membership.

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VILLAGE MARKET DELIVERS AN UNMATCHED INTERNATIONAL FOOD EXPERIENCE ALL IN ONE PLACE

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or more than two decades, Village Market has led the retail sector in Kenya to offer an unrivalled experience for its culturally diverse shoppers, neighbours and visitors. The shopping complex has won the hearts of Nairobians and tourists alike, not just for the hundreds of outlets featuring international apparel brands but also for its unique entertainment options and events, as well as its award-winning architectural design.

Added to this admirable list is the mall’s food offering, which started out simply with a charming open-air Food Court and no more than a handful of restaurants. However, with the expansion of the complex, Village Market now has more than 50 international food outlets serving meals from the Mediterranean, the Far and Middle East, South and North America, Europe and Africa. In addition to the Food Court, the complex is now home to the Courtyard, Food Market, Food Pop-up Store and the Live Demo Kitchen. Village Beat spoke to Village Market’s Food Market Coordinator Saloni Rajani about this enormous food lover’s paradise.

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DEMO KITCHEN: A unique concept

Events are a major part of the Food Market experience.

Recent events have included cheese tasting at Brown’s Cheese, wine tasting hosted by The Cellar and a cocktail mixing exhibition by The Nest. Such events are aimed at allowing the public to try out new foods and trends, as well as expand their palettes by learning about things such as wine and cheese pairings or cocktail mixing.

What are the plans for future events at the Demo Kitchen?

What was the concept behind the Food Market?

The Food Market and the Courtyard were envisioned as an extension of the existing Village Market to offer an additional variety and choice to our customers. It started out as an idea by our Managing Director Hamed Ehsani, and is now the home of Nairobi’s most unique shopping and eating experience.

The Food Market is aimed at bringing unique products to shoppers who have an interest in the fusion of food cultures from around the world. It’s not just a place for the expatriate and tourist shoppers, but for all Kenyans to share and experience different cultures in a cosy atmosphere that promotes social interaction.

What makes the Food Market different from the previously existing Food Court?

The only difference between the Food Market and the existing Food Court is that the Food Market is geared towards providing shoppers with a wide range of ingredients that they can acquire to cook their own meals at home. On the other hand, the Food Court remains to serve those looking to find great ready cooked meals to eat out or to be delivered to them at home. The Food Market also offers a variety of items for gifting. There are outlets offering spices, chocolate and wine, which are all wonderful for those who want to buy gifts to take back home to loved ones.

Some of the ideas we have planned for the Demo Kitchen include cook-off competitions featuring professional chefs from the various food outlets at Village Market, as well as the Tribe and Trademark hotels. We also have a My Turn to Cook event aimed at men who want to improve their cooking skills in this modern age where more men are abandoning the stereotype that only women cook. "Grandmother’s Secret Recipe" event is another public demonstration that will give grandmothers the opportunity to share their secret family recipes for different meals. Everyone can learn how to make excellent Swahili or Indian meals for example, from authentic traditional recipes.

The Pop-up Store also stands out as a new concept. What is it about?

The Pop-up Store is another concept that is unique to Village Market. It offers small businesses and local industries a shortterm rental space within the Food Market to showcase their products and introduce them directly to shoppers. This is our way of promoting local products from small business owners. It adds great variety to the goods that will be available at the Food Market, and many of them will be new products that are only available exclusively at the Village Market. The shop has been most recently occupied by a homemade store that serves fresh and delicious soups, a great option for a healthy lunch.

What are some of the unique aspects of the Food Market?

How would you summarise the food experience at Village Market to new visitors and shoppers?

The Demo Kitchen is a unique concept, the first of its kind in Nairobi. It is a set-up consisting of a fully fitted kitchen where visitors can learn how to cook various meals, as demonstrated by chefs and other food experts. Exhibitors can hire the space to showcase their products, share recipes and also interact with the shoppers.

We have created a monthly calendar of events that will include regular demonstrations at the Demo Kitchen. These events will be free to the public and use accessible ingredients that the customers can easily shop for and go on to try at home for themselves.

The goal of the whole Food Market and Courtyard experience is to encourage experimentation and create a link to new experiences. It is simply an extension of the existing Village Market Food Court, where quality and great customer service is the priority. Along with this, we foster an interactive environment that is geared towards cultural exchange amongst everyone that visits.

The experience will be to taste, smell and watch the cooking and exhibitions, as well as an opportunity to ask questions, share ideas and participate in the entertaining and educational activities.

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A-Z

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list of outlets

100 Years

0710 659 837 michelle.johnsson@gmail.com

Accessorize With Style 0771 628 568 village@accessorize.co.ke

Adele Dejak

0705 999 213/0721 566 685 sales@adeledejak.com

At Hanifa by Hanifa

0790 562 392 athanifabyhanifa@gmail.com

Bartons

0714 935 370 kinuthiam@gmail.com

Bata

0724 627 705 bata.village@bata.com

Bossini

0719 614 691 bossinivillage@deacons.co.ke

Canali at Rodeo Drive 0721 256 777 mtm@italianmenswear.co.ke

Celio* City Walk

0731 006 192 villagemarket@citywalk.co.ke

Coco Chic 0737 885 954

Cocolili

0796 962 625 info@cocoliliafrica.com

Designing African Collective

0725 647 043/0792 944 045 retail@designingafricacollective.com

El Baul

0728 232 998 elbaulkenya@gmail.com

Elias Jewellers

0722 412 107 info@eliasjewellers.com

Erita Jewel

0722 793067 eritajewel@gmail.com

Eunique

0796 112 182 eunice@fashionkenya.com marketing@euniqueafrica.com

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Fabric Gallery

0720 390 123 info@fabricgallery.co.ke

Fiona Kay

0715 282 928 info@fionakaybrand.com

Foschini

0777 153 002/004 foschini.co.za

Invu

0739 657 157 sales@optisource.co.ke

Jennyfer* JIT Gems

0722 964 506 nddf@wananchi.com

Joo & Co

Patrick Mavros

0701 070 295 nairobi@patrickmavros.com

Pop-Up Shop 1 Rose Jewellery 0750 404595 rosejewkenya.com

Sandstorm

0704 164 755 salessupport@sandstormkenya.com

Sensations

0719 534 764 emily@salute.co.ke

SK Collection

0707 861 728 info@jooandco.co.ke

0728 206 134 skcollectionshop@gmail.com

Kazuri Beads

Sterns

020 7120 847 info@kazuri.co.ke

Kikoy Company

0777 153 007/008

Trevor Collection

0710 320 528 julia@kikoy.com

0746 619 232/0720 202 259 rosegathoni@yahoo.com

KSHMR by Kuoni

Vivo Activewear

0734 699 469 elena@kashmrbykuoni.com

Made in Africa

0796 211 922 madeinafrica2003@gmail.com

0746 619 337 annemuthoni@vivoactivewear.com

Woolworths

Markham

0777 153 005/006

0719 615 136 storeadministratorvillagemarket2 @woolworths.co.za

Mille Collines

Zinj Design

0714 301 439 mille.collines.ruanda@gmail.com

Mocca

020 7120 090

Moksh

0786 485 688

Nairobi Sports House

0738 205 315 village@nairobisportshouse.com

OdAOMO

0714 235 863 thetextileloft@gmail.com

One Way

0770 300 400 victor@one-way.cc

Opt Source

0739 657 157 sales@opticasource.co.ke

Pizza Hut

BBrood

Pocha 254

0712 143 839 village@artcaffe.co.ke

VILLAGE MARKET FASHION AND ACCESSORIES

Artcaffe

0799 202 020 onlinesales@zinjdesign.com

FOOD AND RESTAURANTS Activation Kitchen Afta Eats

0705 740 461 team@aftaeats.com

Alexandre Chocolatier 0796 433 041 contacts@alexandre.co.ke

Anise

0713 093 663/0714 704 070 mary@anisespices.co.ke

0799 871 819/0799 871 818 villagemarket@bbrood.com

Bottle Shop* Brown's Food Co.

0724 925 754 villagemarket@brownsfoodco.com

0705 454 545 village@liberty-eagle.com 0716 915 251/0711 893 141 pochaeastafrica@gmail.com

Pomodoro

0715 277 522 pomodoroservice@gmail.com

Casa Jamon

Prime Cuts – Butchery

0748 549 585 tapasjamonke@gmail.com

0708 555 444 butchery@primecuts.co.ke

CJ's*

Prime Cuts – Deli

0796 000 090/0799 000 090 cjs.vm@cjs.co.ke

Donuts World* East

0700 248 780 rorovillagemarket@gmail.com

Enoteca

0723 650 909 nebiat@enoteca.agency

Han-Ji's Corner

0723 997 631 jianpinglei037@gmail.com

Harvest Restaurant

0708 555 444

Rocomamas

0743 162 600 lafritopia@gmail.com

Santorini

0724 918 158 santorinigreekdeli@gmail.com

Sofra

0790 579 997 darlyn@mbaya.co.ke

Souk

0730 886 000

0791 696 715/0799 999 099 assso@souk-kenya.co.ke

Jiko – Tribe Hotel

Spring Valley Coffee

0732 186 000 jiko@tribehotel-kenya.com

Karel T-Lounge 0746 619 463 info@karel.co.ke

Keventers

0726 254 254 info@keventers.co.ke

0708 709 709 coffee@springvalleycoffee.com

Sweet Street

0702 899899/ 0782 899 899 info@sweetstreet.co.ke

Taco

KFC

0724 924 974 chriscellini@me.com

Khazana Restaurant

0729 501 650 jessegns2@yahoo.com

0702 960 834 kfcvillage@kfk.co.ke 0727 329 937 sonalbobby@yahoo.com

Maru Bhajias 0719 343 344

Taste of Africa

Tastigo

0745 719 988 info@pizzacorner.co.ke

Mugg & Bean

Thai Village

0732 010 203 info@muggandbeanvm.com

0712 848 770 sonalbobby@yahoo.com

Nyama Mama

The Chocolate Bar

0703 567 567 village@nyamamama.com

Off the Rocks

0724 924 974 chriscellini@me.com

Ohcha

0792 941 826 info@absolutechocolate.co.ke

The Local Grill

0722 576 301/0746 860 650 reservations@thelocalgrill.co.ke

0724 606 060/0715 869 962 ohchavm@artcaffe.co.ke

Tiramisu

0701 319 140/0733 333 433 majidjerdi@yahoo.com

Urban Burger

Orchid

Osteria

0728 680 035 osteriagigiri@yahoo.com

Pasta Republic 0730 886 000

0702 993 254 info@tiramisubakery.co.ke 0719 269 476/0717 606 060 urbanvillage@artcaffe.co.ke

Village Cellar

0729 221 100 vm@village-supermarket.com

A-Z of VILLAGE MARKET Zeytoon

0733 940 522/0733 333 433

Zucchini Ice-cream and Juice Bar 0724 333 446 info@zucchini.co.ke

FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT & RECREATIONAL CENTRE (FERC) Bowling

020 7122 477/476

O-Zone Trampoline Park 020 7123 141

Under The Sea 020 7122 911

Indoor Playground 0207122488

HEALTH AND BEAUTY Belladona Pharmacy

0715 945 228/0738 996 104 pharmacy@belladonnahealthcare.com

Blossom Aesthetics Ltd 0715 176 077 info@blossom-aesthetics.com

Dream Nails

0728 610 475 dreamnails@swiftkenya.com

Elixir Health

0735 174 687 elixirhealthkenya@gmail.com

Goodlife Pharmacy

0798 190 601 villagemarket@goodlife.africa.com

Grassroots

M.P. Shah Hospital

Village Medical Centre 020 4291 000/0728 900 800/ 0736 900 800 vmcc@mpshahhosp.org

Optica Limited 0742 969 508 village@optica.co.ke

Refinery

0741 151 000 info@refinerygrooming.com

Salon Malibu

0733 624 552/0725 504 190

Salon Natalie 0717 543 416

Village Dental Clinic

0733 835 081/0722 154 903/020 7122 460/020 7124 025 villagedental2015@gmail.com

Yves Rocher

0702 343 434 info@yrkenya.com

FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS Barclays Prestige Centre 0723 786 629 florence.kithinji@barclays.com

CBA Bank

0711 056 444 danson.githae@cbagroup.com

CBA Bank ATM Chase Bank ATM Co-op Bank ATM Diamond Trust Bank 0711 300 003 kwanjohi@dtbafrica.com jmandela@dtbafrica.com

Equity Bank ATM

020 7122 084

FAPCL*

Haute Perfumerie

KCB Bank

0705 226 624 delornemalia@gmail.com

Healthy U

0707 367 666 villagemarket@healthy-u2000.com

Invu

020 7122 003 retail-vmarket@kcb.co.ke

KCB Bank ATM Mpesa Shop NIC Bank

ESSENTIALS AND OTHER SERVICES

Lorenzo Professional Dry Cleaners

0729 221 100 vm@village-supermarket.com

MAC Instore

Village Supermarket AA Kenya

0709 333 002 aavillage@aakenya.co.ke

Airtel Store

0786 696 969 carolyne.mbatha1@ke.airtel.com

All Times News Stand 0721 888 222/0717 866 009

Between The Lines

0708 098 188 yasmin@westlandssundries.com

Blue Lily Flower Shop 0722 320 771 nanitecle@yahoo.com

Bobby Pall Photography

0721 462 302 bobbypallphotography@gmail.com

Carrefour Market* Chapa Copy

0700 866 089 villagemarket@chapacopy.com

Credible Sounds

0741 411 963 george@crediblesounds.com

Densey Travel

info@denseytravel.com 0721 332 113

DHL

0711 017 133 gladys.mwangi@dhl.com

Hi Kitchen

0722 800 522 afsaneh.mbn@gmail.com

Hot Point

0800 720 404 smaina@hotpoint.co.ke

I.A Security Services 0720 650 488 info@iasecurityservices.com

Ignite Gym

0743 618 729 info.ke@ignitefitness.com

0711 041 870 okulj@nicgroup.com

JIT Group Offices

Jaff's Optical

SBM Bank

KAPS

Lintons Beauty World

Stanbic ATM

0739 657 157 sales@optisource.co.ke 0733 707 362/0720 416 242 jaffsvillage@gmail.com 0716 825 042 village@lintonsbeauty.com

M.A.C

0704 036 072 mac.vm@lintonsbeauty.com

Madora

0741 896 314 villagemarket@madora.co.ke

0703 074 590 village market@sbmbank.co.ke

Standard Chartered Bank ATM Taipan Forex Bureau

020 7125 680

0756 072 588

Kenya Valuers Estate Agent 0722 206 536/517 www.kv.kenyavaluers.com

Kingsway Tyres Limited

0722 397 661 gladwell@taipanforex.com

0733 699 514 village@kingswaytyres.com ahmed.siddik@kingswaytyres.com

VFS International (K) Ltd

Kiwi Shop

0721 372 967

0720 019 557

0708 690 598 galicelorenzo@gmail.com 0702 600 442 info@macinstore.com

Miniso

0711 623 336 mishelleonyango2017@gmail.com

Wynton House of Music 0713 908 411 info@wyntonmusic.com

Zucchini Greengroceries 0726 333 446 info@zucchini.co.ke

Zuku

0735 034 830/0786 420 805 florence.wambui@ke.wananchi.co.ke

Mobile Service Klinik

ARTS, CRAFTS AND GIFTS

Nikon

Anselm Kitengela Hot Glass

0725 574 703 mobileklinikltd@gmail.com 0721 555 590/0723 443 371 sales@isl.co.ke

Phoenix Safaris

0733 974 754 tours@phoenix-safaris.de

Post Office

0735 764 673 pmrvillagemarket@posta

Power Innovations Ltd

0725 643 143/0736 110 786 salesvillage@powerinnovationsltd. com

Safaricom Service Centre 0722 002 374 villagemarket@safaricom.co.ke

Safe Box

0723 500 500 info@safebox.co.ke

Samsung

0722 784 418 rose@tricom.co.ke

0722 523 284 villagemarket@kitengela.com

Artz Gallery

0733 423 640 artzzs52@gmail.com

Blue Rhino

0723 559 454 info@bluerhinoafrica.com

Cedar Box 0719 581 361

Kalabash

0724 372 111 kalabash@gmail.com

Rupa's Gift Centre

0731 737 756 villagemarket@rupasgiftcentre.co.ke

Toy World

0770 057 382/0782 376 161 toyshouse@africaonline.co.ke

Shifaz Veterinary Clinic

0725 711 896/0722 511 761 dr.zulfikar_moshinali@yahoo.com

FURNITURE AND FURNISHINGS

Techmart

Handcraft Centre

0721 632 060 kiprono.woods@gmail.com

Technology House

0710 888 888 shrikesh@techhouse.co.ke

Telkom Kenya

020 4952 916 vmwambaire@telkom.co.ke

Text Book Centre 0743 795 301 janekimaru@tbc.co.ke

Tintoria Dry Cleaners

0729 329 404 operationsmanager@tintoria.co.ke

Versatile Photographers

0722 619 535 village@versatilephotographers.com

Village Photoshop

0705 813 913 info@villagephotoshop.co.ke

Village Service Centre 0723 639 798 owinojoshua@yahoo.com odhimos254@gmail.com

0722 937 327

Kashmir Arts

0732 402 647 kashmirarts@yahoo.com

Nobri

0702 630 650 info@nobrihome.com

Past and Present

0733 608 330 alfonsopiedade@gmail.com

Persian Bazaar* Pinkopallino Gallery

0722 733 658 pinkopallino.kenya@gmail.com

Pop-Up Shop 2 Rupa's Gift Centre Ltd info@rupasgiftcentre.co.ke

Rus Interiors

0706 701 858 mail@dharamshi.com

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