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A PUBLICATION OF
APR – MAY 2013
CAROLMAYENDESenior Accountant at Village Market P
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R FOODCOURTWhere good food meets good music
SOCIALRESPONSIBILITYReaching out to the community
NEW-LOOK FOOD COURT
VILLAGE NEWS
It’s just so tasty
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Editorial Co-ordinator: Ann Gitari
Sales & Advertising: Janet Mbugua, Damar Padwa
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After a sweltering three months, we can now enjoy the April showers and some bursts of moderate sunshine in between. And in May, gardens will be in
full bloom and full of life. There couldn’t be a better time of the year to be outdoors.
The Village Market is your ideal shopping and entertainment
destination, and you will be glad to hear that our Food Court is
now complete after a couple of renovations. What follows now
is a launch so colourful you won’t want to miss it. See press and
posters for details.
Our regular columnists are back to keep you informed and
entertained. We start with our very own Damar Padwa, who
has been busy with social responsibility campaigns. Read
all about The Village Market’s Valentine’s Day donation to
Nyumbani Children’s Home among other worthwhile causes.
Dr Komal Shah and Elixir Health keep you focused on your
weight loss plan and Amondi Buyu, of Tribe Hotel’s Kaya
Spa, explains how aromatherapy helps to heal the body. We
welcome new contributor Kamal Kaur, whose hilarious Village
Mom column will resonate with many Village Market shoppers.
To everyone else who played a role in putting this issue
together, we say a big thank-you. Keep reading and tell us
what you think of our new-look magazine. You can also get an
e-version of the Village Beat on www.issu.com
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Ann Ann GitariPress Liaison Officer
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Nairobi’s fi rst high-end, multi-brand designer boutique, Oltre, opened its doors last
year, to the delight of shoppers who appreciate luxury fashion.
This unisex boutique stocks only
the top original designer brands selling
on their exclusivity. The ladies’ section
is graced by brands such as Dolce &
Gabbana, Moschino, Roberto Cavalli,
C’N’C Costume National, Just Cavalli,
GF Ferre, Galliano, Flavio Castellani, Liu
Jo and Byblos. The choice of menswear
is equally rich, with Canali, Versace
Collection, Christian Dior, Ralph Lauren,
Calvin Klein and many more on display.
The Italian clothing fi rm Canali is the
store’s principal men’s brand – a label
that represents sartorial elegance,
from choice of fabric to stitching.
Canali is very much a product for the
exclusive international client.
Store owners Miriam and Roberto
wanted to create a luxury destination
for the discerning clientele, making
Oltre the fi rst of its kind in Kenya.
Collections“Whenever I went shopping, I couldn’t
fi nd original designer collections
that suit my taste,” Miriam explains.
“I imagined that there were other
fashion-minded people who were
equally frustrated. That’s how the idea
of opening Oltre came about.”
With their well-travelled back-
ground and knowledge of style and
fashion, it was easy for the couple to
set up the boutique. The Village Market
proved the ideal location for their store
thanks to its outstanding ambience
and fashion-conscious client mix.
“Since opening the store we
have built an appreciating customer
database,” says Miriam. “We now want
to engage in a massive advertising
campaign that will target those who
are not aware of our existence.”
Customers of Oltre are assured of
VIP treatment from the store’s profes-
sional staff , who are keen to make
every shopping experience fun as well
as memorable.
OltreLevel 2, opp. Grass RootsTel: +254 734 668460Email: [email protected]
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commentingviaemail,Deepakghoshsaid:“It just keeps getting better. Thank-you for sharing this wonderful
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Thank-you for your feedback and, as promised, each of our respondents
is entitled to a lunch voucher worth KES 1,000 from one of our
restaurants. You, too, can tell us what you think of our magazine. Your
feedback will help us make it even better for you.
AboutVillageBeatVillage Beat is a glossy, full colour, modern
lifestyle magazine targeting all The Village
Market’s shoppers, suppliers, tenants and
corporate partners. It’s a complimentary copy
(not for sale) to all patrons of East Africa’s
largest shopping and recreation destination.
The magazine is also distributed to all guests of
Tribe Hotel.
Village Beat includes a range of up-to-the-
minute stories about topics of general interest
to discerning, upwardly mobile, fun-loving
people who like to keep up with new trends. The
magazine covers the latest news from The Village
Market, giving details of new store openings,
latest products, special off ers and events.
Village Beat is published bimonthly and has
a print run of 5,000 copies. The magazine’s
long shelf life translates into as many as 10
readers per copy. Hard copies of the magazine
are distributed to all clients within the affl uent
markets surrounding The Village Market
including Nairobi’s diplomatic district and the
adjacent business and residential areas. The
online version of our magazine is available on
www.issuu.com search Village Beat
ToadvertisewithusEmail: [email protected]
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Trendy clothing store Mille Collines is set to open a men’s section adja-cent to its main shop located right across the Food Court.
Mille Collines was born in Rwanda in the winter of 2007 when two Spanish designers, Marc Oliver and Inés Cuatrecasas, decided to pilot their first collection for autumn/winter 2008 at a workshop in the capital, Kigali. From there, coor-dinating the work of men’s and women’s craft groups across the country, they adapted traditional techniques to European designs with an African flavour. In the same year, the collection was adapted to the requirements of the Western market.
Mille Collines is an eclectic mix of trend and tradition. The quality of its creations is designed to reflect Africa’s strength and sensibility. Constantly seeking attention to detail, with handmade finishing, the collections are timeless. Mille Collines makes a state-ment, connecting women to the moment and the fast-changing world of fashion.
At the core of Mille Collines is a selected team of tailors, with the atelier situated in the heart of Kigali. All production activities are coordinated from there by specialised handcraft teams. It is also there that the new designs for each collection are created.
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The Village Market manage-ment is preparing to close down Hi-Tide water park to allow for the construction of a hotel, boutique shops, a parking bay and offices within the complex. Before this happens, the manage-ment is allowing schools to take advantage of the water park on a complimentary basis during the week. The International School of Kenya is the first beneficiary of this initiative. The school used the opportunity to raise funds for its athletic track, with parents, students and teachers thronging the venue in March. Contact the recreation department on (020) 7123141 for further information or to book the facility for your school.
After months of renovations, the new-look Village Market Food Court is set to be unveiled in a colourful ceremony in April 2013.
It has taken a few months to get the job done in spite of challenges such as the heavy rain that pounded the country in October and November. Work on the site nevertheless went ahead as scheduled.
The new-look Food Court will have the following features:
• New tiles
• Ferrari sails (to replace the old parasols)
• New water features
• New lighting
• State-of-the-art sound system
• Infrared heaters
• New furniture and lounge atmosphere
• Better access and ramps for disabled customers
• More plants and fl owers
• LED television screens.
Managing director Hamed Ehsani told Village Beat the renovations could not have happened at a better time.
“A number of high quality restaurants are coming to The Village Market and we found it
necessary to ensure the Food Court rises to match these high standards,” he said.
Mr Ehsani also pointed to the Taste Awards in 2011, when The Village Market clinched the award for Best Food Court, as a chal-lenge for the shopping complex to do even better.
“We have come to be known as a market leader in our Food Court design,” he said. “While we
appreciate the honour, we cannot aff ord to sit back and let that get to our heads.”
The Village Market management thanks all patrons and shoppers for bearing with the inconven-ience during the reconstruction period and welcomes them to the offi cial unveiling ceremony to be announced soon. There will be lots of entertainment and raffl e prizes for the whole family.
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CarolMayende,SeniorAccountanthighFlyerwithAFONDNessFOrhighheels
It can be said that Carol Mayende has had an enviable career with The Village Market Management since joining the company
back in 2001. She was only 22 then and still in college where she was taking a series of CPA courses.
After successfully passing her job interview,
she was appointed as a junior level accountant.
Her hard work, discipline and integrity would
be rewarded in 2005 when she was promoted
to accountant level. The new role came with
more responsibilities as she now handled the
staff payroll and the debtors account. She also
supervised two junior level staff within the
accounts department.
MandateAfter a two-year stint, Carol rose to become a
Senior Accountant, yet another docket with more
responsibilities and a full supervisory mandate.
Carol admits she found her rise somewhat
overwhelming. “I had to learn so many things
in such a little time,” she says. “But I learned to
deal with the pressure and keep going.”
Her boss, The Village Market’s Chief Financial
Officer, Deepak Ghosh, kept her on her toes.
Initially she thought him to be very demanding,
but in time came to realise that he was simply a
very disciplined and hard-working man.
“It took me about four years to understand
him and I eventually purposed to work with the
kind of speed and diligence he is known for,”
says Carol.
This level of discipline has had an impact on
Carol’s personal life. She admits she has learned
to prioritise various activities and avoid distrac-
tions while making a clear distinction between
her career and her social life.
But before you dismiss Carol as one of those
rigid, boring accountants, she would have you
know that she has a life.
Her time away from the office is spent in
church, serving in ministry and mentoring
youth. And as a great lover of the outdoors,
Carol likes to traverse the country on road trips
and go on retreats with friends.
Born the third child in a family of seven,
Carol appreciates the close relationship she
enjoys with her siblings: “We get together at
least twice a month,” she says.
In the midst of all this, a fashion-conscious
Carol feeds her shoe addiction. “It all began in
high school,” she says, blushing, “Since then, I
have always been fascinated with high heels.”
Today, Carol will wear heels up to six inches
high and not less than three inches in height.
No matter how hard you push her, however, she
is unwilling to reveal how many pairs of shoes
she has.
At work, Carol shares her accounting and
leadership skills with The Village Market’s staff
savings and credit cooperative, having chaired
the SACCO for the past three years. During her
tenure, Carol says she has been able to stream-
line the cooperative’s functions. “I strongly
believe that whoever takes the reins once I leave
will have an easy time leading the SACCO.”
SuccessHowever, Carol knows her success would not
have been possible without the support of
her bosses and colleagues, particularly in the
accounts department. “My colleagues and I are
like a relay team, with every one of us working
hard to pass the baton to the other the best
way possible and until the race is over and the
job is well done. I would
also like to acknowledge the
fact that the company and
my boss have been very
supportive in ensuring that
I pursue my higher studies.
I completed my B. com
Degree in Finance last year
through the staff training program facilitated
by the company and have now enolled for the
CFA exams.”
As a parting shot, Carol advises her
colleagues to have a positive attitude: “Be a
resource to your company and you will grow,”
she says. “Career growth does not depend so
much on your previous experience but your
willingness to learn.”
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wheregOODFOODMeetsgreAtMusicWhat’s a great meal
without some soft music in the background?
Bland, I should think. Even while whipping up a meal in my kitchen at home, I often turn on the radio and bob my head along to the beat. When I have guests over and I want to impress, I play my favourite album on rotation and sing along.
Good music, like good food, was
meant to be consumed. To quote
Gregory David Roberts: “Food is music
to the body and music is food to the
heart.”
With this thought in mind, The
Village Market has created a great
menu of entertainment that keeps
clients coming back to the Food
Court and the restaurants within the
complex.
FoodCourtEntertainment in the Food Court begins
on Friday. Pianist Daniel Mguga plays a
fi ne selection of tunes, old and modern,
accompanied by the experienced violinist
Elijah Owithi. Daniel’s love of the piano
is evident in the way he sways to and
from as he hits the keys. Together, they
produce a great instrumental sound to
put diners in a happy mood at the start of
the weekend.
Sunday afternoons are a full-house
aff air as shoppers and diners gather at
the Food Court. Some
of the best bands in
Nairobi are there to
entertain family groups
and friends as they
enjoy their favourite
meals. Sunday enter-
tainers include Street
Legends, Big Wave and
Step by Step, while the
Zimbabwean songstress
Queen Mashie appears
with her Cha Cha Cha
Band. These live bands
perform original songs, covers and
a variety of African hits, and it’s not
unusual to see enthusiastic patrons
dancing to the beat until dusk.
entertainment that includes a cool
in-house selection of 70s music.
On Tuesdays, from 7.30 pm, Osteria
Gigiri presents a ‘Taste of Italy’ evening
featuring salami and cheese with live
entertainment provided by Jazzique 5.
Another band, the Limericks, is
there on Friday with an electrifying
performance of live jazz, blues, vintage
soul and pop.
SpecialeventsThe Village Market often hosts special
events featuring top entertainment.
The annual Halloween family party
has live music as well as disc jockey
and video jockey units. Over the years,
bands like Stone Cold Sober and the
Kalabash Band have kept the revellers
entertained. The Halloween teen raves
have been graced by popular DJ and
VJ units such as Code Red and Capital
Mix Masters.
Not far from the complex, the
Tribe Hotel also plays host to various
events, parties and promotions that
raise the bar for quality entertainment
in Nairobi. Among the top acts that
have appeared at the Tribe are Zak, the
Kenyan opera sensation, DJ Cortega
and Electrique DJs, violinist Eugina
Choi and sensational pianist Herny
Wong Doe.
So if good food and great entertain-
ment is your thing, look no further than
The Village Market. We’ve got exactly
what your tongue wants to taste, your
ears want to hear and your feet are
itching to dance to.
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CaféBrasserieNot far from the Food Court is
Artcaff e’s Café Brasserie, where clients
can listen to smooth jazz on Sunday
evenings in the elegant European-
style restaurant with its dark leather
couches and picture windows looking
on to a charming terrace. Café
Brasserie is a romantic setting that
brings together sumptuous meals, a
great ambience and relaxing music.
TamamboBar&GrillTamambo is one of several restaurants
in the Tamarind Group. This jazz-
themed eatery off ers both indoor and
al fresco settings on the third level of
the complex. Tamambo is famous not
only for its meals and good service
but also for its entertainment options,
which include everything from bands
to quiz nights. Among the regular
acts are Danger and the Crew, Mojo,
Ricky na Marafi ki, Nina Ogot, Monique
Kabuye and Acustica.
OsteriaGigiriThe Village Market is also home to
Osteria Gigiri, an opulent and intimate
Italian restaurant with a lively wine
bar. Here, clients can enjoy good food,
great value and a superior wine list –
and it doesn’t take long for the magic
to begin.
Happy Hour is from 4.30 to 6.30 pm
every weekday. Osteria Gigiri off ers an
evening of special treats and blissful
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Booksavailableat:Westlands SundriesLevel 1, Opposite SteersTel: +254 20 7122437Email: [email protected]
HOSTAGE: A Year at Gunpoint with Somali GangstersAuthor: Sarah EdworthyPrice: KES 900
In this remarkable book, Paul and Rachel Chandler recount their terrifying ordeal, revealing the inspiring and poignant story behind the dramatic headlines. At the heart of their survival was an unshaken belief in each other and a determination to survive, making Hostage an unlikely love story. For Paul and Rachel, death at times seemed preferable to being separated. Their yacht, ‘Lynn Rival’, was recovered six days later by naval forces, abandoned o the central Somali coast. After the attack, the Chandlers were taken � rst onto a previously hijacked merchant ship and then to Somalia, where they were held for over a year, enduring threats and intimidation while their captors tried to extort millions of dollars from their family.
A GOOD AFRICAN STORY: How a Small Company Built a Global Co� ee BrandAuthor: Andrew RugasiraPrice: KES 1,450
Since it was founded in 2003, Good African Co ee has helped thousands of farmers earn a decent living, send their children to school and escape a spiral of debt and dependence. Africa has received over $1 trillion in aid over the past 50 years and yet, despite these huge in� ows, the continent remains mired in poverty, disease and systemic corruption. In A Good African Story, Andrew Rugasira argues that trade has achieved what years of aid failed to deliver and has provided a tantalising glimpse of what African could be. As he recounts the very personal story of his company and the challenges he has faced – and overcome – as an African entrepreneur, Rugasira discusses the barriers that currently prevent fair and equal trade between African and the rest of the world. He sets out the arguments for building a sustainable trade framework and reducing dependency on handouts. And he builds up a manifesto for a revolution in the way that Africa is perceived.
THE TWELVE TRIBES OF HATTIEAuthor: Ayana MathisPrice: KES 1,450
Fifteen years old and blazing with hope of a better life, Hattie Shepherd � ed the horror of the American South on a dawn train bound for Philadelphia. Hattie’s is a tale of strength, of resilience and heartbreak that spans six decades. She keeps her children alive through sheer will-power and with not an ounce of the a ection they crave. But how do you prepare your children for a world you know is cruel? The life of this unforgettable family is a searing portrait of 20th century America. From the revivalist tents of Alabama to Vietnam to the black middle-class enclave in the heart of the city to a � lthy bar in the ghetto, The Twelve Tribes of Hattie is an extraordinary and distinctive novel about the guilt, sacri� ce, responsibility and heartbreak that are an intrinsic part of ferocious love.
GOODBYE FOR NOWAuthor: Laurie FrankelPrice: KES 1,350
For every person who just wants to say goodbye, there’s someone else who can’t let go. There is the woman who only wants to yell at her husband for treating her so poorly over the years; or the man who needs his dead wife to remind him where the manual for the dishwasher is and how long to microwave a potato. A heartrending exploration of the nature of live, love, and loss – both real and computer simulated – Goodbye for Now o ers a sparkling, modern-day twist on the classic love story. Maybe nothing was meant to last forever, but then again, sometimes love takes on a life of its own.
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G.I. JOE: RETALIATIONStarring: Channing Tatum, Dwayne Johnson, Ray ParkDirector: Jon M. ChuGenre: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, ThrillerStudio: Paramount Pictures, MGMShowing: April 2013
An elite military unit consisting of special operatives known as G.I. Joe, operating out of The Pit, takes on an evil organisation led by a notorious arms dealer.
OBLIVIONStarring: Tom Cruise, Morgan Freeman, Andrea RiseboroughDirector: Joseph KosinskiGenre: Action, Adventure, Sci-� , ThrillerStudio: Chernin EntertainmentShowing: April 2013
One of the few remaining drone repairmen assigned to Earth, its surface devastated after decades of war with the alien Scavs, discovers a crashed spacecraft with contents that bring into question everything he believed about the war, and may even put the fate of mankind in his hands.
PAIN & GAINStarring: Mark Wahlberg, Dwayne Johnson, Rebel WilsonDirector: Michael BayGenre: Action, Comedy, Drama, ThrillerStudio: Paramount PicturesShowing: May 2013
A trio of bodybuilders in Florida get caught up in an extortion ring and a kidnapping scheme that goes terribly wrong.
IRON MAN 3Starring: Robert Downey Jr, Guy Pearce, Gwyneth PaltrowDirector: Justin LinGenre: Action, Adventure, Sci-FiStudio: Marvel StudiosShowing: May 2013
When Tony Stark’s world is torn apart by a formidable terrorist called the Mandarin, Stark starts an odyssey of rebuilding and retribution.
THE HEATStarring: Sandra Bullock, Melissa McCarthy, Kaitlin OlsonDirector: Paul FeigGenre: Action, Comedy, CrimeStudio: Chernin EntertainmentShowing: April 2013
Uptight FBI special agent Sarah Ashburn is paired with testy Boston cop Shannon Mullins in order to take down a ruthless drug lord. The hitch: neither woman has ever had a partner – or a friend for that matter.
FAST & FURIOUS 6Starring: Vin Diesel, Paul Walker, Dwayne JohnsonDirector: Justin LinGenre: Action, Crime, ThrillerStudio: Universal PicturesShowing: May 2013
Agent Hobbs enlists the aid of Dom and team to help bring a rival gang, led by Owen Shaw, to justice. In exchange for clear records, they must put an end to their schemes, no matter how personal the cost.
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1 The Village Market’s Press Liaison Officer, Ann Gitari (left), presents a cheque for KES 100,000 to Peace Caravan representatives Daniella Natiyama, Doko Yatani and Sarah Kapune to support the organisation’s peace initiatives in the recently concluded General Election.
2 The Village Market Marketing Manager, Dominic Mbugua, and Imperial Bank’s Silva Gow present winner Kalpana Patel with the second prize in The Village Market Great Getaway Giveaway festive season promotion. Ms Patel won an assortment of prizes worth KES 300,000 including a stylish Macbook Pro.
3 The Village Market Assistant Marketing Manager, Leah Munyua (centre), and Imperial Bank’s Silva Gow (left) present winner Mizbah Fazal with the third prize in The Village Market Great Getaway Giveaway festive season promotion. Ms Fazal won an assortment of prizes worth KES 220,000 including a sleek iPhone 5 smartphone.
4 The Village Market Managing Director, Hamed Ehsani (left), chats with internationally acclaimed reporter and correspondent Donatella Lorch and Kenya Cancer Association vice-chairman David Makumi during the KENCASA art exhibition and charity auction in commemoration of World Child Cancer Day.
5 The Village Market Public Relations Officer, Damar Padwa, presents winner Joe Mugo with the first prize in The Village Market Great Getaway Giveaway festive season promotion. Mr Mugo won a five- night trip to the Maldives worth KES 800,000 inclusive of meals, accommodation, Emirates air tickets and all taxes plus 500 USD for shopping.
6 Beatrice Thairu (right), from the Rotary Club of Nairobi East, and Bernadette Ngara, of Fina Bank, share a light moment with other guests during an art exhibition entitled ‘Peace Through Service’ organised by the Rotary Club and the Kuona Trust in support of the Thika School for the Blind, the Korogocho Community Centre, the Makindu Girls’ Centre and the Kajiado Maasai Water Project. The project featured over 40 artists based at the Kuona Trust Centre for Visual Arts.
7 The Village Market Marketing Manager, Dominic Mbugua, and Assistant Marketing Manager Leah Munyua present International School of Kenya students with a cheque in support of the campus’s fifth annual Global Issues Service Summit in February.
8 One of several public art sculptures that will form part of the new-look Food Court.
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Email your queries to Dr Komal Shah: [email protected]
Or visit:
ElixirHealthLevel 2, Above Food Court Tel: +254 (20) 7120217 Email: [email protected]
unhealthy foods. Fruit and vegetables
are rich in digestive enzymes, so they
don’t put a burden on the digestive
system. Avoid acidic foods such as
white bread, meat and refined cereals
as they are not helpful to the body.
4.Eattillyou’rethree- quartersfullThis is a very important rule. Never
eat till you feel you cannot move. It
is important to leave space in the
stomach to allow the digestion process
to take place.
gOlDeNrule:Chew your food properly.
5.GetmovingIt is virtually impossible to lose weight
without regular exercise. Exercise
boosts your metabolism, making it
easier to lose weight. Start out today
by taking a brisk walk, riding a bike or
swimming. Work your way up from
1.ChangeyourattitudeThe first thing I say to my clients
when they enrol for a weight loss
programme is: ‘Change your attitude’.
Dieting is not a programme; it is a way
of life. It is unpleasant to live without
our favourite foods and snacks – cakes,
chips, etc – for the rest of our lives. But
how we incorporate these negative
foods in our diet is the trick. Cooking
techniques need to be changed so
we can consume our favourite foods,
too. Deprivation of anything eventu-
ally makes us crave it even more; so a
modification of recipes is necessary.
2.SnacksmartAim for a healthy, satisfying snack such
as a healthy bar, dried fruit and nuts
or a cup of herbal or green tea. Thirst
is sometimes mistaken for hunger.
Proper hydration improves your
sense of well-being, which improves
your motivation to lose weight. Avoid
drinking water during meals as it
interferes with the digestion process.
Drink water half an hour before or after
meals or any other time during the day.
3.GoalkalineFruit and vegetables provide nutrients
that improve your overall health. They
can also help you lose weight as they
are naturally low in calories, so you can
eat more and will have less room for
Without a doubt, main-taining a balanced weight or losing weight
continues to be a priority in the day-to-day life of many people. The way you do it, however, is of the utmost importance. We ought to maintain both physical and mental health during and after any weight-loss programme.
Crash diets for two to four weeks
may help us lose weight and look
great, but what is the net result? Once
we’re off the diet, we may end up over-
indulging in the forbidden food items
and just put the weight back on again
– at times even more.
Many people think that skipping
meals is a good way to reduce calories.
If you don’t eat regular meals, you are
more likely to overeat when you finally
do eat, causing you to maintain or even
gain weight.
10 minutes to 40-50 minutes, at least
three times a week. Someone who
hasn’t exercised for months should
not rush into an intense exercise
programme.
6.BreathcontrolTaking long, deep breaths daily will do
wonders. Not only does it improve the
digestion, it improves mental health
as well. This, in turn, reduces negative
emotions and prevents ‘emotional
eating’.
7.WriteitdownKeep a food diary. All you have to do
is jot down what, when and how much
you eat in a notebook. A food diary will
give you a clear picture of your current
eating habits so you can identify the
changes you need to make to lose
weight. Make small changes initially,
then slowly work upwards from there.
8.SeekassistanceMany times people on a weight loss
programme need professional assist-
ance. At times, you may be starting
off with determination and a positive
attitude, but gradually losing it
somewhere along the way. Hence,
professional help is advisable to
achieve your goal. Seek advice from
nutritionists or personal trainers.
9.OptforsubstitutesratherthandeprivationDo not deprive yourself of the foods
you like. Substitute the ingredients and
modify the way of cooking.
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Refined table sugar Sweeten with brown sugar, xylitol, fructose, stevia,
molasses, jaggery and dried fruits where practical.
Energy drinks Use fresh fruit, dates and lemon water to make energy
drinks. Energy drinks are laced with sugar and should
be avoided.
Butter, margarine or Use avocado and tomato paste (guacamole) or make a
chocolate spreads coriander and green chilly paste with peanuts or date
on bread syrup with nuts or chickpea paste (hummus).
White rice or white Use brown rice and wholegrain products such as whole
flour products wheat flour. Use whole food cereals such as muesli,
granola and seed mixes
Fried chips Pre-boil cut potatoes and brush with a little olive oil or
sesame oil. Place in a flat pan and bake in the oven.
Boiling vegetables Why leave all the valuable nutrients in the water?
Instead, steam your vegetables or bake them in the oven
Steamers are inexpensive.
Cooking at high Learn to cook at low temperatures. Heat destroys the
temperatures nutrients in food. Frying temperatures are usually as high
as 500°C.
Three meals a day If you’re not involved in heavy manual work, try eating
two meals per day. In any case, we should always eat a
light meal at night.
Over 240 pupils and teachers from international schools throughout Africa and
the Middle East came to Nairobi in February to participate in the fi fth annual Global Issues Service Summit. The campus of the International School of Kenya (ISK) was a fl urry of activity during the three-day event and the results were inspiring.
Keynote speakers were Spencer West
from Me to We and Free the Children;
Cassandra Lin, a 14-year-old environ-
mentalist from Rhode Island, USA; and
one of this year’s CNN Youth Heroes
of the Year, Justin Bedard, of the Jump
Foundation. There were three partici-
pants in a Kenyan panel: Vava Angweni,
a fair trade activist and entrepreneur
dealing in fair trade coff ee; John Kariuki,
president of Slow Food for East Africa
and also of the Thousand Gardens in
Africa project; and Samson Parashina,
an award-winning Maasai environmen-
talist. All the keynote sessions were
engaging and inspiring.
WorkshopsParticipants also engaged in work-
shops, simulations, expert panel
sessions and much more over the
three-day period. The objective was
to make young people more aware of
pressing global issues and to inspire
action in response to these issues.
Before leaving ISK, all the school teams
created specifi c pledges about what
they intended to do as a result of their
participation in this event.
The Village Market was a bronze
partner and sponsored the conference
with 1,000 USD.
For more information, visit: www.aisa-giss.org
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‘ISK-Empoweringstudentstocreatesolutionsfortomorrow’schallenges’
‘Muuuuuum, can we go to the play area on the rooftop?’
‘It’s MAY WE and what happened
to the magic word?’
‘Muuuuuum, MAY WE go to the play
area at the rooftop…. (dramatic pause)
PLEEEASE?’
This kind of conversation is usually
held in the car as soon as my off spring
realise we are going to The Village
Market for longer than just the milk
and bread errands. There will be a
mini conference in the back of the car,
conducted in stage whispers, with
each daring and prompting the other
to ask fi rst.
Before you start thinking I’m some
sort of an ogress or too strict with my
kids, I’ll have you know it’s none of that.
I have instilled it in my kids to ask for
permission instead of just wandering
off by themselves to have fun while I
run around like a headless chicken in
tears looking for my precious cargo.
RedtapeOnce they sort out the red tape with
me, all is well. It’s a big boon for a mum
like me to have The Village Market
cater for the kids while I shop. I usually
drop the kids off at the play area on
the rooftop with enough money to
keep them amused while I do my thing.
The attendants are lovely and keep
an eye on all the children despite not
being a babysitting service.
My kids are old and responsible
enough to look out for themselves and
each other, but it’s always nice to know
they’ll be OK when I leave them alone.
When they were much younger
and I would be indulging in a lunch
meet-up at the Food Court, I would
bring my help along with me to take
the kids around the mall. They loved
going to the play area designed for
toddlers and little kids right opposite
Mille Collines. My friends and I would
get a table as near to the play area
as possible and have a relaxed lunch
while the kids got together and played
to their wee hearts’ content. I just love
win-win situations.
SecurityOne time, my son wandered off and
got lost in the mall. Though I had a
slight panic, I knew I would fi nd him
eventually thanks to the numerous
security guards posted all over the
complex. I have taught my children to
go straight to one of these security
personnel and ask them for help. My
kids both know my telephone number
– I wish they’d learned their multiplica-
tion tables in the same manner – and
have been told to ask someone to call
me. Sure enough, when I saw a number
I didn’t recognise on my handset I
knew at once it would be my son. He
said he had looked everywhere for
me. When he couldn’t fi nd me he went
to the ‘policeman’ and asked for help.
The ‘policeman’ then used his mobile
phone to contact me.
Throughout the mini ordeal my son
kept his cool; but as soon as we were
reunited he hugged me and burst into
tears, making me sob as well.
It’s reassuring to know The Village
Market has well-trained security staff
who don’t just look out for dodgy
unattended parcels but also keep
an eye out our kids in case they go
wandering.
No wonder my kids and I practically
live at The Village Market.
Kamal Kaur is a mother, unoffi cial taxi-driver to her two children, self-proclaimed chocoholic, impulsive shopper, media person and foodie. She practically lives at The Village Market and may be mistaken for a fi xture near any of the shoe shops.
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Nyumbani Children’s home was founded in 1992 by the Rev. Angelo D’Agostino as a haven to provide solace, love, care and holistic treat-ment for orphaned or abandoned children infected with the HIV virus.
The Village Market management
team visited Nyumbani on Valentine’s
Day to donate food to the home and
spend some quality time with the
adorable children there.
The Karen home accommodates
over 120 children drawn from all over the
country and ranging in age from newly
born to 23 years old with the number
increasing exponentially every year.
Socialresponsibility
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reAchiNgOuttothecommunityToday, as a result of research and
goodwill, treatment is much more
readily available at the home. This has
drastically reduced the mortality rate
among the affl icted children.
Nyumbani relies solely on well-
wishers, donors and volunteers to
allow the home to continue its care for
children affl icted with the disease.
For further information, please contact the Executive Director, Sister Mary Owens. Email: [email protected]: +254 734 608 372.
There was an unprecedented eff ort to ensure peace during the General Elections, with corporate bodies, non-governmental organisations, well-wishers and individuals coming forward to preach peace across the nation.
As a responsible citizen, The Village
Market community added its voice to
the peace call with a special campaign
that began in November. Working with
the Art Community in Kenya and the
Peace Caravan, The Village Market held
an exhibition and charity auction entitled
Club Art. This raised KES 100,000
through the sale of decorated rungus
(clubs) designed by various artists. The
event also presented a platform for
stakeholders to come together, discuss
and advocate for peace.
Proceeds from the Club Art initiative
went to support the Peace Caravan
peace-building programmes before
and after the elections.
On 15 February the world observes International Childhood Cancer Day. There is less awareness about childhood cancers in Kenya than in developed countries as many children with cancer present very late with advanced disease. This is due in part to lack of access to specialist care and the high cost of treatment.
It is estimated that 60 per cent
of children are likely to succumb to
cancer in Kenya compared with a
survival rate of 80 per cent in the
developed world. This fi gure is
unacceptable as 70 per cent of all
childhood cancers are curable when
diagnosed and treated early.
The Kenya Cancer Associa-
tion (KENCASA), in collaboration
with The Village Market, partnered
with over 15 schools to use art as a
means of disseminating information
about childhood cancer. The event
was geared at raising funds for treat-
ment through the auction and sale of
donated art work prepared by children
from various schools.
Some of the left-over pieces will be
exhibited in cancer treatment centres
and hospitals as part of the Art for
Cancer Caravan.
The fi ve-day art showcase was offi -
cially opened by chief guest Donatella
Lorch, an internationally acclaimed war
journalist. The Village Market’s managing
director, Hamed Ehsani, reaffi rmed the
company’s commitment to joining hands
and supporting the war on cancer.
Also in attendance was 26-year-old
Dan Obura, a childhood cancer survivor
and now CEO of his own company. His
presence was a testament that, with
eff ective treatment, cancer is curable.
Imani, yet another childhood cancer
survivor, diagnosed at the age of eight
and now in her teens, also shared her
battle with the illness and her joy of
living a cancer-free life.
KENCASA is a non-profi t umbrella
body of individuals and organisations
run by volunteers at the forefront of
cancer advocacy and public education
in Kenya. For further information and
support, please contact David Makumi,
vice-chairman of the Kenya Cancer
Association.
Email: [email protected]: +254 727 585 336
Socialresponsibility
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wOrlDchilDhOODcANcerDAy
reAchiNgOuttothecommunityTheKenyaCancerAssociation,incollaborationwithTheVillageMarket,partneredwithover15schoolstouseartasameansofdisseminatinginformationaboutchildhoodcancer
Carlson Wagonlit Travel is a leading travel management company with a presence in over 150 countries around
the world. CWT Kenya is independently owned and
operated by Bunson Travel Services Ltd in
Nairobi, providing flexible travel solutions for
individual clients and companies.
DiligentlyOver the years, Bunson Travel has continued to
serve its clients diligently and has emerged as
one of the region’s leading travel management
companies. Carlson Wagonlit is the preferred
sales agent (PSA) for South Africa Tourism and
Star Cruises.
The travel agent is also the GSA for Legend
Lodges, Hotels and Resorts in South Africa as
well as for Naivasha Villas.
CWT Kenya has several accolades to its
name including Kenya Airways Top Agent
2008/2009 and British Airways Kenya Travel
Agent Performance Award 2009/2010.
The travel agent was also declared top
performer on the Johannesburg route in 2010
as well as Kenya’s Leading Travel Management
Company 2010. November will mark the compa-
ny’s 60th anniversary in travel management.
CWT’s services include:
• Corporate air travel reservations and
ticketing
• Passport, visa and health requirements
consulting and processing
• Travel insurance
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After long hours of working on revenue reports and budgets, a consistent throb
in my eyes and a stiff, painful neck remind me that I’ve been sitting far too long in one position. My back, or what’s left of it, screams out for a chiropractor and a good massage.
Getting proper rest entails far more
than getting enough hours’ sleep. I
find that a good intense aromatherapy
massage is the one thing that induces
rest and deep sleep.
Aromatherapy is the systematic use
of volatile plant oils known as essential
oils for the treatment or prevention of
disease. It’s a form of complementary
therapy designed to treat the whole
person and not just the symptom or
disease by assisting the body’s natural
ability to balance, regulate, heal and
maintain itself. The oils are referred
to as ‘essential’ because they are
necessary for the life of the plant and
contain the ‘essence’ of the plant. They
contain a life force, intelligence and
vibrational energy that give them a
healing power that works for people.
They can be inhaled and taken into
the body via the lungs into the blood
stream. They go directly to the brain,
crossing the blood-brain barrier. Thus
originates the term ‘aromatherapy’,
whereby essential oils can be used
for therapeutic purposes merely by
inhaling or breathing their aromas.
When good quality essential oils are
used correctly, the soothing combina-
tion of beautiful aromas and massage
helps to regulate, balance, heal and
maintain your entire being by working
with nature and not against it. It’s a far
cry from allopathic medicine, which
tends to take the ‘sledgehammer to
crack a nut’ approach.
At the Kaya Spa, my therapist,
Walter, uses a variety of essential oils
of ancient scripture. My healing session
begins with a consultation. Using a
holistic approach, Walter takes into
account my medical history, emotional
condition, general health and lifestyle
before planning a course of treatment.
SymptonsMy whole person is treated – not just
the symptoms of an illness –in contrast
with the modern trend of treating only
the presented condition.
My blissful journey into healing
begins with massage using drops of
myrrh and sandalwood mixed into the
base oil. Myrrh is extremely potent
as a regenerative oil and is known
to reduce pain. Sandalwood, on the
other hand, can calm inner turmoil and
strengthen physical connection to the
psyche. It is an excellent oil to diffuse
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AromatherapysweetsMellOFsuccessFulrelAxAtiONByAmondiBuyu, Natural Wellness Practitioner, Kaya Spa, Tribe Hotel
Myblissfuljourneyintohealingbeginswithmassageusingdropsofmyrrhandsandalwoodmixedintothebaseoil
Offering a welcome atmos-phere of rustic comfort and leisure is Nkoirero Maasai
Camp, located at the edge of the famous Masai Mara National Reserve.
This eco-friendly camp offers an
unrivalled Maasai experience in a very
private setting with a unique choice of
African safari options.
TraditionalNkoirero Maasai Camp consists of
specially designed African traditional
huts, enhanced by modern decor
and with a rustic theme on the inside.
These huts range in size and can
accommodate a varying number of
guests.
The camp is strategically situated
only 3 km from Oloololo Gate on the
western side of the reserve and 2 km
from Kichwa Tembo Airstrip.
Escape
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for meditation.
Next comes cedarwood, the ‘oil
of will’. Smelling cedarwood helps
to declutter the mind and clarify
thoughts. Cedarwood, Walter explains,
is highly oxygenating, increasing the
oxygen content of the cells within
seconds. I hardly hear him speak
because by this time I am already
floating into ‘la la land’.
Onycha, the ‘oil of faith’, is the next
addition to this blend. This oil provides
antiseptic service to the body and
produces a calming scent. Onycha
is a thick, resinous oil that smells like
caramel and vanilla. This oil restores
and maintains the elasticity of skin. It is
helpful for releasing emotional traumas
from the brain.
Finally comes spikenard, the ‘oil
of power’. Spikenard is highly anti-
viral and powerful in bringing energy
required to heal.
Needless to say, the night after this
treatment, I had one of the best sleeps
I’ve had in a long time. I slept through
the night without interruption. Now I’m
waking up more refreshed than ever
before and raring to go again.
And, speaking of rest, taking a break
after a few hours of work is a good
idea, too. But how do you remember
to do that when hours in front of
the computer can seem like only a
few minutes? I use a little reminder
program that will pop up a message
telling me it’s time to take a break. I
also use it to remind me when it’s time
to pack it in and go to bed.
NkoireroMaasaiCampFor further reservations: Tel: +254 708 849200 or 733 800290 Email: [email protected]: www.nkoirero.com
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As vehicle owners, we have some common points to consider regularly for our
cars. For parts, services and even car cleaning, some of the first questions are probably what products should I use, why is that better than the others, is it effective and does it come with a warranty?
Apart from the initial cost, there are
other factors to consider when buying
or replacing tyres.
typeofvehicle:There are different
tyres for different vehicles. Focusing
on saloons and 4x4s, each car has a
manufacturer’s recommendation for
its tyres. An example is the Toyota IST
2002 model. The manual recommends
to either fit 185/65R15 or 195/60R15
or 195/65R15. When changing a rim
to a higher or lower size, this is also
mentioned by the car manufacturers.
Alternatively, Kingsway Tyres has this
information and can assist in making
the right choice. By stating the make,
model and year of manufacture of the
car, it will assist them in proposing the
right alternative tyre size.
However, a different tyre size may
have a wider tread width, which would
make the car more stable but might
reduce its fuel economy.
tyredetails: It’s important that the
tyres selected are compatible with the
weight of a loaded vehicle, as well as
the engine capacity of the car, which
locks in the tyre’s speed index. If these
two factors are not in line, tyres may
not function correctly.
Applicationofvehicle: For cars
that ride on Tarmac roads, the choice
of tyre patterns is minimal. For rally
car drivers, however, the tyres selected
would have more endurance ability,
both on and off road. For 4x4s, appli-
cation of use matters. A vehicle could
be for Tarmac, on and off road or just
off-road use and each requires a varied
tread pattern.
Technical manager Karim Sumar
explains why drivers would not fit
off-road tyres on a 4x4 that is used
only on tarmac (and vice versa):
“It’s like wearing gumboots to go
tap-dancing!” Some of the disad-
vantages of fitting the wrong
tyre would be rapid tyre wear,
uncomfortable driving, tyre
noise, increased fuel consump-
tion, and wear and tear of the
vehicle parts.
quality:If you’re like me, you
look at buying tyres that last
longer and won’t fail prematurely
or at any sign of bad road condi-
tions. It is a long-term investment
and if good care is taken of tyres , then
they do not have to be replaced for
up to three years. It’s worth remem-
bering that lives depend on which
tyres you fit. Buying sub-standard
or poor quality tyres compromises
safety. Check the market for tyres that
give you some warranty, such as the
Michelin XM2 tyre, which comes with a
one-year pothole guarantee.
weather:Many second-hand
imported cars come with winter
tyres. These are designed specifically
to go through mud and snow and
are not ideal for African conditions.
The downside of using these tyres is
noise, more friction and increased fuel
consumption.
It is important to note that taking care
of tyres, so that the tread wears evenly,
will make a big difference to safety and
to the tyre’s lifespan. Remember to
check tyres regularly to maintain the
right pressure, balancing, alignment and
to periodically rotate tyres.
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AnnualManjanoVisualArtsExhibition10to21April2013Oldexhibitionhalltime:10amto6pm
A show of paintings, sculptures and mixed media works from established artists and students all based in Nairobi.
PortraitsbyBobbyPallPhotographyTeam19to28April2013Oldexhibitionhalltime:10amto6pm
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CurvesandColours1Mayto10May2013Newexhibitionhalltime:10amto6pm
Chisel and brush meet in the land of mallet and canvas in an art exhibition by Patricia Njeri and Irene Wanjiru
NairobiInspirationWeek23Mayto2JuneNewexhibitionhalltime:10amto6pm
A craft exhibition and sale by Koki Designs.
HarmonyinLifeBlended25thMayto3rdJuneOldexhibitionhalltime:10amto6pm
Mirror and glass engraver Edwin Kwalanda returns to The Village Market to showcase his latest work under his brand Kuyanza Glass Art and Deco.
Changes can occur without further notice. Kindly confi rm with the Marketing & PR Team for an up to date and accurate status of the events calendar.
For more information about any of the events contact The Village Market:
Tel: +254 (0)20 712 2488-90Email: [email protected] Page: The Village MarketTwitter Handle: @VillageMarket
Web: www.villagemarket-kenya.com
A number of lucky Bonus Card members were rewarded with exciting giveaways in the
Valentine’s Season promotion ‘Feel the Love’ organised by The Village Market.
This followed the success of the
automated promotions management
system adopted in the Festive Season
promotion.
BonusThose taking part in the 28 Days of
Valentine’s Bonus Card Promotion
presented receipts for every KES
2,000 spent in any outlet within the
shopping mall. At the end of the
promotion, the automatic system
randomly selected the names of lucky
shoppers who were then rewarded
with the following items:
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cOMMerciAlBANKOFAFricA(cBA)Monday to Friday: 9am to 4pmSaturday: 9am to 12noonSunday & Public Holidays: ClosedTel: +254 20 7120263/3460710 60235/ 0737 800170
chAseBANKMonday to Friday: 10am to 5pmSaturday: 10am to 2pmSunday: 11am to 2pmTel: +254 20 2774262/ 263
DhlMonday to Friday: 9.30am to 6pmSaturday: 9.30am to 4.30pmTel: +254 20 7124172
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KeNyAAirwAyssAles&ticK-etiNgOFFiceMonday to Friday: 9am to 6pmSaturdays: 9am to 3pmSundays & Public Holidays: ClosedTel: +254 20 7121072/ 7120241+254 20 6422790-9Email: [email protected]
KeNyAcOMMerciAlBANKMonday to Friday: 8.30am to 6.30pmSaturday: 8.30am to 4.00pmSundays & Public Holidays: ClosedTel: +254 7120847Email: [email protected]
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NAKuMAttsuPerMArKetMonday to Sunday: 8.30am to 8pmTel: +254 20 7122507/8/9Email: [email protected]
NicBANKMonday to Friday: 9am to 4pmSaturday: 9am to 11.30pmSundays & Public Holidays: ClosedTel: +254 20 2888791-40720 365036/ 0720 364993/ 0711 041791/2Email: [email protected]
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POstOFFiceMonday to Friday: 9am to 5.30pmSaturday: 9am to 12.30pmTel: 0735 764673
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shiFAZVeteriNArycliNicMonday to Friday: 9am to 6pmSaturday: 9am to 12noonSunday: 10am to 11am Public Holidays: On appointmentTel: +254 7124166/ 0722 511761/ 0733 775064
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suPerBOwlMonday to Thursday: 9am to 11pmFriday to Sunday: 9am to 12midnightTel: +254 20 7123141Email: [email protected]
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VillAgeDeNtAlcliNicMonday to Friday: 9am to 5pmSaturday: 9am to 12.30pmTel: +254 20 7122460/ 0733 8365081/ 0722 [email protected]
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tiNtOriADrycleANersMonday to Saturday: 7am to 7pmSunday: ClosedTel: +254 20 7122984Email: [email protected]
triBehOtelReservations DeskTel: +254 20 7200000Email: [email protected]
VillAgeMArKetFOrexBureAuMonday to Friday: 9.30am to 5.30pmSaturday: 10am to 2pmSunday: 10am to 2pmTel: +254 20 7122901/473
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