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ISSUE 32 OCTOBER 2015

FOOD HACKS 101

Glow with our facial cleanser picks

RIYADH’S FOOD CHAMPS

The Rise of Riyadh’s Fries

Tried And Tested

ABDULLAH AL MUNIFStory Revealed

Scotland’s Festivities

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FOOD!

This is the issue that makes the Destination team dance, exercise you might say, in preparation for the days of gorging in the office done in the name of research. And the Destination Food Issue, well it’s a keeper.

Five kilos heavier and still dancing, we proudly present to you an edition that celebrates crave worthy dishes, authentic cuisines and the marvelous Riyadhi foodies who make them.

We decided that for this issue of Destination, it’s high time we turned the spotlight to the creators of great food in the city. We’re talking about the winner’s circle, the people behind the homegrown round up champs who have topped our lists. Heading the pack, is the inspiring interview with Abdullah Al Munif, founder of Anoosh and entrepreneurial genius.

We also catch up with the burger that won our very first food war and sat down with its founder, Nawaf Al Fouzan of Hamburgini. And since we’re on a roll, we decided to get the 411 on Maestro Pizza, the Saudi pizza brand that has been giving international franchises a run for their money.

Ah, but what is a food issue without a proper showdown? We go on a city wide potato rampage and tested out as much fries as humanly possible. While we’re on the subject of food, why not wear what you love? Yep, we went there, dear readers - fashionista foodies ought to check out our article on mac n’cheese sweaters and happy meal clutches.

It is often said that life in Riyadh is an acquired taste. People who don’t try to discover it would hastily say it’s not for everyone. We say though that regardless of where you find yourself living, it’s important to have a tall order of gratitude and a side of optimism.

A true Riyadhi sees the vision of progress beyond the traffic and road blocks. He appreciates the burgeoning community of artists, entrepreneurs, innovators, hipsters and geeks over the nuances of cultural differences. She knows that boredom is a state of mind, self-imposed by those who don’t leave their comfort zone.

Hence, till next time dear readers, Love like a foodie. Live like a true Riyadhi.

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Spirituality• Dealing with Emotional Challenges• Pay It Forward

Dining Around Town• Dining Scoop- Strawberry SA • Fries Around Town• Dining with Lusin

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Healthy Living• How to Avoid Food Poisoning• The Health Myth Series

Travel Trends• Travel News:- Mövenpick Al Khobar Revamps its Friday Family Brunch- Hop On Hop Off in Frankfurt• The Beauty of Scotland

Explore KSA• Weekend Escape to Abha• Historic Saudi: Imru' Al Qais

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Style & Shopping• Those Darlings Can Cook• The Fashion Food Fest• Facial Cleansers

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Business• Economic Impact of Cancer with Reem Asaad• Abdullah Al Munif: His Inspiring Story

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Destination dream team, Duha Al Hosainy and Reema AlRashed are running a cool collaborative project to support emerging Saudi artists in Riyadh. Tagged as The Pool Project, the creative mash ups aim to produce unique art pieces for a good cause (and for fun). Stay tuned! #THEPOOLPROJECT

Considered as one of the Kingdom’s Agricultural hubs, Al Qassim is known as the “alimental basket” of the country and rightfully so. The Region, specifically Buraidah, its capital has been known for its vibrant Date Festivities and now, there’s a new fruity event to look out for every year, the Grape Festival! Under the patronage of Prince Faisal Bin Mishaal, Governor of Qassim, the festival was held at the Al Slbeah Center; where the Governor delivered a speech honoring distinguished farmers and their contributions to the region’s agricultural industry.

Citizen Awesome Zohoor Asiri Helps Refugees in HungaryZohoor Asiri is a medical student studying in Hungary, who decided to do her part regardless of where she was. Asiri had a huge role in helping Middle Eastern refugees arriving in Hungary from Germany, by organizing volunteers, providing translation, giving out food and clothes and anything else they needed. She’s brilliant, and we love that she keeps saying it

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isn’t me, it’s the efforts of all the volunteers. Putting twitter to good use, she rallied the supported and coordinated with fellow Saudi students - Kudos guys and keep up the good work!


Saudi Syrian AidSaudi Arabia has taken it upon itself to help its brothers and sisters in need in Syria. We came across a thorough research that highlights how Saudi is doing that.*Note that these are only some of the Saudi initiatives done over the past years.

• The Saudi National Campaign to Support the Brothers in Syria created 57 relief programs and projects for the displaced Syrians in Jordan, Lebanon, Turkey and Syria. • The Saudi Campaign to Support Displaced Syrians also supplied monetary assistance in forms of checks to Syrian refugee families in Lebanon’s Barja area, south of Beirut, to pay rent for their houses.

• The Saudi Fund for Development signed two cooperation agreements with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees in Riyadh. The two pacts will deliver $10 million to help the refugees.

• Alwaleed bin Talal Charity Foundation provided $200,000 to UNICEF in response to the urgent needs of children affected by the Syrian conflict.

• Specialized Saudi clinics located in the Al Zaatari refugee camp in Jordan have intensified their efforts to provide medical care for Syrian patients.

• In April, Saudi Arabia welcomed thousands of Syrian Refugees into Saudi for residential stay without any stipulations, confines or Visa, and covered all their expenses. Reference: Research by Islam El HoseinySO

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• There are 500,000 Syrians in Saudi Arabia that have been given visas, 3,000 of which, based on a recent royal decree, have been given scholarships to attend universities inside the Kingdom. They are also given healthcare for themselves and their families.

Saudi Arabia will always support its brothers through their adversity.


DR. LAMA

SULAIMANAn intimate Q&A with one

of Saudi’s most powerful women, 10KSA Ambassador

and Breast Cancer Survivor, Dr. Lama Sulaiman.

By Jou Pabalate

Consistently ranked as one of the most powerful Arab women by Forbes and Arabian Business, Dr. Lama Sulaiman made history by becoming the first Deputy Chairwoman of the Jeddah Chamber of Commerce. The PHD holder continues to be one of the influential role models and community leaders in the Kingdom, and now she is sharing her personal story in support of a cause that is close to her heart- breast cancer awareness.

Can you kindly share with us when and how you were diagnosed? I was diagnosed in January 2005. I felt a lump in my breast. Overnight! It wasn’t there the day before. I had it checked immediately.

Initially, did you go public about your struggle? I directly went public. I felt I needed to do so—I really am the type who needs to

share everything in life. I had absolutely no hesitations about my diagnosis. I was concerned for my husband, my children and my mom—I was concerned about how they were going to take the news.

If you can kindly recall, what were the difficult moments you had to overcome during the treatment period?For some strange reason, the experience was one of the best in my life. I had a feeling of strength and clarity, and knowing what’s important in life. My only difficulty was my concern on the impact my disease would have on my children, parents and my husband. Shaving my hair was the most difficult thing. I needed someone from outside the family to shave my head.

After winning your battle, how has breast cancer changed you and your loved ones?It changed me. I am less vulnerable. I am much stronger. Defeats and failures are not painful anymore. Failure is only defined as: it is not the right time to win.

Also, you become more detached. You’re obliged to become slightly more detached. And you have to be careful not to end up bitter. You become aware of this—you’re automatically protecting yourself from being hurt.

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When I got cancer, I was energized. My faith in

God increased so much. When your faith in God increases, you feel you can deal with anything in life. You learn to live

life to its fullest. – Dr. Lama Sulaiman

I’ve worked hard to bring up my children as independent. Our children are our responsibility but they’re not for us. I want them to live well, with or without me.

Why do you think it’s important for communities to turn their attention towards breast cancer awareness?We live in a very conservative society. Our strength comes from our faith. But sometimes, they have so much faith in God that they fail to help themselves.

A community like ours needs more awareness—they need to understand that it is their own responsibility to take care of their health and their bodies. We need to say: you don’t have the right not to take care of yourself.

Being an Ambassadorof 10KSA, can you tell us what this initiative aims to achieve and what are you most looking forward to in this endeavor?I’d like to give women more hope should they get breast cancer. But we also need to be careful what we promise. There’s a 50-50 chance of survival. It’s also important to teach people to see the emotional benefits of going through cancer. I would like young women who get cancer to not collapse and to remain strong.

We also need a stronger support system—not just family. I’m hoping that we’ll have group therapy and support groups for women going through cancer. I’m hoping we’ll achieve this through 10KSA.


10KSAFor you, for her, for us.By Jou Pabalate

Breast cancer is not just a women’s issue. Whether a mother, sister, wife, child or friend, we all know someone who has been affected by breast cancer. In an effort to get this message across, 10KSA was launched by Princess Reema Bint Bandar.

Using a holistic health and wellness approach, 10KSA is a global breast cancer awareness and education initiative in Saudi Arabia championed by Alf Khair and Al Bidayah Center

The campaign aims to raise awareness, encourage

education, foster stronger communities and raise funds

for research.

(Breastfeeding Resource and Women’s Health Awareness Center).

On December 12 this year, 10KSA will gather over 10,000 women at Prince Noura University for an all day event in Riyadh that will culminate in the formation of the World’s Largest Humanitarian Ribbon for the Guinness Book of World Records. The event will have

Fact: Breast cancer is the single leading cause of death for Saudi women. The Kingdom has of the highest mortality rates for the disease globally.

an Olympic village atmosphere, which combines entertainment, fitness activities, arts, mobile testing centers and education hubs for participants. All the proceeds of the fundraisers will benefit the Zahra Breast Cancer Foundation.

Web: 10ksa.com

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1. HAKAYA BRINGS STORYTELLING AND ANIMATION TO RIYADH The High Commission for the Development of Riyadh organized the Hakaya exhibition from Sept. 3-5 to promote storytelling and preserve Saudi stories and traditions. There were many workshops for 7-25 year olds, where the participants had the chance to learn how to write a story and even animate them.

3. CITIES SHOWROOM OPENS ON TAHLIA STREET Cities, the lifestyle and accessories store housing luxury and modern design products, opened its largest showroom thus far in Riyadh. Promising a unique collection of items selected from design exhibitions from the Middle East and beyond, Cities offer a unique eclectic appeal for Riyadhis who enjoy superb aesthetics and a penchant for curated products.

2. MARKET 101 POPS UP IN NEW DIRIYAH For its second edition, Market 101, a pop up marketplace and fun platform for budding designers, local and regional creative entrepreneurs; set up shop at AMA Art Gallery from Sept. 13-14. The event showcased a refreshing theme that transformed the venue into a tropical garden. Market 101 is a collaborative effort among designers and definitely a vibrant addition and shopping alternative for the community.

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5. AL NAHDA WATANEEA CAMPAIGN HOLDS WORKSHOP FOR VOTERS IN RIYADH In an effort to educate and inform the public about the upcoming municipal elections as well as encourage Saudis to register and vote, Al Nahda Charity organization organized workshops from Sept. 30-31. Each workshop educated the attendees regarding the new changes in the municipal council structure, gave tips on how to select the suitable candidates as well as the method of registration and voting. The upcoming elections Dec. 12 will be the first time women voters and candidates will have the chance to participate.

6. CRYSTAL AGESFor the love of vintage and pretty things, Crystal Ages, the boutique curator of fashionable history and antiques, popped up at Malamehalfan Studio from Sept 12-15.

7. NEXT OPENS TWO NEW STORESThe new stores are located in the newly opened Al Makan Mall and Oasis Mall and brings the total number of Next stores in Saudi Arabia to 25. The new Next stores are dedicated solely to children’s wear from newborns to 12 year olds. Both new stores have adopted the brand’s latest design concept from the UK, making them the most up-to-date Next stores in Saudi Arabia.

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OCT. 4 – 8 PRINTMAKING WORKSHOPIntroduction to dry point etching and printing by German artist.Time: 4:30 - 8 p.m.Location: L'Art Pur GalleryEmail: [email protected]: +966-550655423

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OCT. 1 – 6 NAILA ART GALLERY7X7 Art Gallery, 7 female artists from 7 countries. Time: 1 - 9 p.m.Location: Naila Art GalleryEmail: [email protected]: gallerynaila.com

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OCT. 12 – 14 LIWAN EXHIBITIONA marketing channel for exhibitors.

Location: Four Seasons HotelMob: +966-558170166Email: [email protected]

OCT. 14 – 16 SAUDI AGRICULTURE 2015Middle East’s largest agriculture exhibition attracting exhibitors from the Middle East, Europe, the Americas, Asia and supported by Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Agriculture.

Location: Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition CenterTel: +966-11-2295604Email: [email protected]: saudi-agriculture.com

OCT. 26 – 29 SAUDI BUILD 2015Capture the Kingdom’s leading construction opportunities.

Location: Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition CenterMob: +966-503416828Email: [email protected]: saudibuild-expo.com

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NOV. 3 – 5 SAUDI BEAUTYThe second international exhibition for perfumery, cosmetics and accessories.

Location: Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition CenterEmail: [email protected]: saudi-beauty.com

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NOV. 30 – DEC. 2 SAUDI INTERNATIONAL HOTEL TECH EXPOUniting hotel industry professionals to equip their businesses with state-of -the-art technologies.

Location: Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition CenterTel: +966-11-4503638Email: [email protected]: saudihoteltechexpo.com

OCT. 5 – 15 GAP CASTING CALL VOTINGVote for the cutest and coolest #GapCastingCall finalists.

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OCT. 11 – 12 INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON JUDICIARY AND ARBITRATIONA number of research papers relating to mechanisms of judiciary and arbitration will be discussed at the conference.

Location: Al Imam UniversityMob: +966-505904139Email: [email protected]

OCT. 18 – 20 SAUDI HORECAFourth annual HORECA hospitality exhibition in Saudi Arabia featuring a host of activities and shows including workshops, culinary art show and much more.

Email: [email protected]: saudihoreca.com

OCT. 20 – 22 FIRST PLAY CONFERENCEChildren between traditional and electronic play conference – an educational and futuristic vision.

Tel: +966-11-8054511Email: [email protected] Web: playconf-ece.com

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NOV. 18 – 21 RIYADH MOTOR SHOW 2015Back with its 30th edition, the Riyadh Motor Show is the longest-running and leading car show in the Middle East.

Location: Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition CenterTel: +966-11-2295604Email: [email protected]: riyadh-motorshow.com

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Yes, it is scary – cancer can be a nightmare.

FINANCIAL PLANNING W I T H R E E M A S A A D

What is Cancer? According to cancer.org, cancer is a group of diseases characterized by the uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells. If the spread is not controlled, it can result in death.

The medical consequences, the looming end of life, the painful treatment (if available), shattered hopes, disrupted plans and dreams, leaving our loved ones; these are just some of the emotions associated with cancer.

Sadly, there is another detriment to this debilitating disease: Financial burden.

According to the American Cancer Society (ACS), the estimated medical costs for cancer in the US in 2011 reached $88 billion (SR 330 billion), about 17 percent of the entire GDP of Saudi Arabia for that year. In the GCC, over the period 1998-2009, the number of new cases of cancer reached 23,000 of which 22 percent is breast cancer.

The Author:Reem Asaad is an inspirational Saudi woman. She is a wife, mother, writer and financial adviser.

Asaad was ranked the third most powerful Arab Woman in 2012 by Arabian Business Magazine.

Email: [email protected] Nasi7atreem

The C Word

Economic Impact of CancerSo how much does it cost to receive cancer treatment?

The financial costs of cancer are high for both the person with cancer and for society as a whole. One of the major costs of cancer is treatment. But lack of health insurance and other barriers to health care prevent many patients from getting optimal health care. This means that many cases go undiagnosed until a later stage when treatment can be more extensive, more costly and less successful.

For more information, visit cancer.org. Also, tune in for the biggest awareness campaign for breast cancer in Saudi Arabia: 10KSA.

Newly approved cancer drugs cost an average of $10,000 per month, with some therapies topping $30,000 per month, according to American Society of Medical Oncology (ASCO). So an average year's worth of new drugs would cost $24,000 to $36,000 in addition to health insurance premiums.

So what can you do? Regular checkups, mammograms, wholesome exercise and healthful meals can all contribute to a better quality of life a whole and detecting disease early on.

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His inspiring brilliant story.Abdullah Al Munif

By Johara Al Mogbel

From its relatively obscure origins back in 2004, Anoosh has rapidly grown into a household name. The Anoosh cookie isn’t just a brand, it’s a lifestyle. And the intriguing growth from chocolate atelier to the number one cookie shop in the country is a compelling story, thanks to the intrepid entrepreneur behind the brand, Abdullah Al Munif.

Us being us, of course, we weren’t content to merely reading about the story.

And it’s quite an inspiring one. Al Munif is not one to shy away from his failures, and he likes talking about them more than his successes because in his opinion, “People learn from my failures. And I have a lot of those.”

He started off with one, graduating high school without enough credits to get into any of the colleges. Undaunted, he sold his car and went to the US to learn English. When he got to Michigan, he enrolled in a high school program and worked part time at a pizza restaurant to finance his trip.

“I started as a dishwasher, then I became a delivery guy so I could get commission. My first delivery was: I took some pizza to the dorms, and you’re supposed to hold the pizza box up, right? I got down from the car, carrying the pizza like like a bunch of books- the experience was zero- and I knocked the door and handed ST

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it to them. I remember they were four girls, and they gave me a 5-dollar tip. They closed the door, and I was happy with the tip as I started leaving, but a few moments later they were yelling ‘Hey, pizza guy!' I go back, and one of the girls says, 'first of all, give me my tip back.' I gave her the five dollars back. 'And here, take your pizza.' I’ve never been in the position where someone says: here, this is how you carry pizza. I went back, and my Lebanese manager told me: 'yee shoo, shayel kutub ma’ak' [you think you’re carrying books]?”

When Al Munif came back to Saudi Arabia with the ability to speak English fluently but no degree to prove it, he worked two jobs; as a receptionist in Shell Petromin in the morning, and as a merchandiser in Saco in the evening. Then he got an offer to work as a secretary in Riyadh Military Hospital. “When I sat down with HR he spoke to me in English and everything went well enough that he waivered the written test. When I got the job, I had to write in English and they saw the mess in spelling and what not so they gave me English courses to improve myself. I ended up working there for five years.”

An unrelenting entrepreneur, Al Munif started a dot-com business in the evening that provided reviews and bookings to hotels and restaurants. But it was an idea beyond its time, as

dial-ups were still in use and the Internet wasn’t as widely spread. “Even when I would go to a hotel in Makkah or Madinah to sign them on, they wouldn’t be connected. So it failed. I’d even gotten a loan from the bank but I lost the money.”

After that debacle, he worked in Tawuniya Insurance as a secretary to the director. While he was there, he was approached by a college professor to join him and

other investors in their date export business. He agreed and joined them, but four to five months later, the company shut down. “He went back to the university, and I was out of a job. So I started building my own private labelling of mamool and dates.”

The concept was kickstarted by the dates. “I used to take my produce to a chocolate factory and have them dipped, because I didn’t have the


“In 2008-2009, I started to build a little company and sell it, build a brand and sell it, so while currently operating under Al Munif Holding, I’ve opened a number of companies. So far there’s been around eight that I’ve invested in.”

Al Munif’s business acumen extends altruistically as well, as he’s a board member of Oqal Angel Investment Committee that helps entrepreneurs and mentors them.

Before we left, we asked Al Munif what his next plans for Anoosh were. “Chocolate

bars. We’re working on a new concept. We’re going to make the bar fun. What’s your favorite dessert? Maamoul, kunafa? Salted caramels? We’ll make it out of people’s favorite desserts. We’ll get Oreos, and drop it in the bar, we’ll add potato chips. Ever tried potato chips with chocolate? It’s beautiful. The combination of two things, this is what we mean about fun. We’re planning on 100 flavors in the line.”

Oh, yum. We positively can’t wait for those chocolate bars.

facilities to do it myself. At the chocolate factory I found these chocolates that were really colorful, and it was right after Easter. The factory’s in Lebanon, so the guy sold me his stock, and I opened my first kiosk in 2004.”

Thus Anoosh was born. The name comes from the Armenian term for cute. “Everyone was using French, Italian or American names, so we decided to try Eastern Europe.” In 2004, the first kiosk was set up, but then the next problem arose.

In the winter, the electricity would be turned off and the chocolate would melt in the kiosks which pushed Al Munif into opening his first store on Takhassossi road in Riyadh in 2006. He’d opened a chocolate store and there was minimal traffic so he worked on making a buzz in the environment. “I invited different people to the store; university students for example, as well as embassies, kids’ programs, charity organizations, so they could try the products. They ended up liking them, and suddenly there was a demand.” And now, they have 30 branches in the Kingdom.

But once an entrepreneur, always an entrepreneur. It wasn’t enough for Al Munif to stick with Anoosh. The need to build something from the ground up prevailed and he was back in business.


Meet Nawaf Al Fouzan, the intrepid entrepreneur behind Hamburgini.

By Johara Al Mogbel

ONE GUY and a Burger

There’s little doubt in anyone’s mind that Hamburgini is the “It” burger of Riyadh. Fresh, yummy and affordable, it was a revolution in the very, very extensive burger scene. The world, of course, has Nawaf Al Fouzan to thank for that. A business graduate tech expert who loved to cook, he built up Hamburgini and helped it to the success it is now.

Can you tell us a little about yourself? I grew up in Riyadh in a large family that loves cooking. When I was young, I used to enjoy spending time with my mother in the kitchen helping her out with cooking.

In 1994, I finished my university degree in business and I headed to the USA to finish my MBA in 1997. During my stay in the US, I used to cook for fun. I usually love cooking things differently with a twist and both my roommate and I gained weight

during that time. I am not sure if this is bad or good but he never complained.

When I returned to Saudi, I worked in technology then I moved to the financial industry but I was always dreaming of starting my own business. So, I started my technology business, Al Fouzan Distribution in 2004 and distributed products like Buffalo, Brother, TrendNet, and different wireless networking products. But still, I felt food is my passion and should be my next business. ST

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What’s the concept behind the brand?Burger is an easy concept if you love it, and difficult if you don’t. I love burgers. I enjoy them and sometimes I even travel to test or try a burger. I managed to build a good knowledge of burger making and tasting. And when you keep testing on your friends and family and they keep pushing you to make more, you realize that they sincerely like what you’ve made.

I am a fan of encouraging entrepreneurship, so I decided to start a food business and begin with something that I believe I can be good at. Adding in a business background with accounting in particular, I learnt that I should be more conservative and offer a product that no one can say no to, a good quality and yet fast casual burger, and thus the concept was born.

The concept was thought up in 2009, but the construction of the first location was in 2011. Do you find it important to leave a certain amount of time between idea and execution? Sometime entrepreneurs think of an idea, but when they sleep on it they lose interest. It’s important to leave a gap to collect information. Watch and observe others. Would you leave the idea for a better one? Are you a person who is usually jumping on different ideas?

But in my case it was different. I didn’t leave the gap by choice. It was hard to find the right location, at the right cost, with a property owner willing to rent a space for an unknown brand.

What was the most difficult thing you came up against in the process of developing Hamburgini? I must say that manpower is usually the number one challenge entrepreneurs face here in Saudi Arabia. And Hamburgini was not an exception. Finding the people who are willing to work in a newly established business requires a lot of convincing.

I should offer a product that

no one can say no to.

— Nawaf Al Fouzan


Web: hamburgini.com Tel: +966-11-4530557

What is your advice for future food entrepreneurs?

Although the list can be very long, I would suggest they do the following:

• Work for a while to gain experience in private sector and preferably small firm with good training program.

• Attend as many food shows and events as you can.

• Eat outside a lot with intention of understanding the business.

• Watch Food Network channel and make the “food business” your new life.

In Riyadh, it’s unfortunately common for a restaurant to start strong but then get worse as time passes. Why do you think that is?If you are talking about franchised stores, it’s possible because the launching teams are usually strong and the moment they leave, customers start noticing. Also, quality drops if you change supplier to a lower quality, when you don’t have enough staff, when you don’t have quality assurance team or audit, when the owner loses interest in the business or opens a different one, or sometimes when the business is sold to a new owner.

From what we’ve understood, the restaurant started as a joint project between three investors: yourself, Adnan and Abdullah Aleisa, but has now progressed into a company. What changed, and where would you like to see the company in a few years? It started with Food Basic Est (single owner under Nawaf Al Fouzan) and then it was changed into a limited liability company with the same mentioned owners. As far as our plans, we are thinking of going international but we will start with covering the entire KSA and GCC.


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Maestro is a champ that managed to win our ultimate super cheese supreme showdown. Oh and rumor has it that they’re giving competitors a run for their money (enough so that some of them ended up changing their prices). We no complain. Mo’ Pizza. Mo’ Fun.

A Slice of Saudi Pride

A Saudi pizza is bravely taking Riyadh by storm and we had to give them a call and ask, what’s your secret sauce, Maestro?

THE STORY OF PIZZA CHAMP MAESTRO

We got all curious and decided to have a lengthier sit down with the masters behind Maestro and while we didn’t get their secret recipe, we did get some meaty details that make them the Saudi Pizza brand to beat.


Behind the brand is Khalid Al Omran, a Saudi entrepreneur who believes that nothing is impossible when there is will.

While having a good foundation in business was an advantage, Al Omran believes that the success of Maestro is because of his team.

“The growing market demand for brands that offer affordable quality is becoming a great attraction for many businesses. We think of pizza as an excellent platform to bring people together to share memorable times, with our full commitment to always providing the best and tastiest meals,” said Saleh Lzeik, Marketing Manager who has been with Maestro since day zero. So how does Maestro know the taste buds of Saudis?“Simple. We are Saudi and we know what Saudis like. We listen very closely to

what people tell us through all channels. We value and appreciate any idea, opinion or thought – we make sure we turn those into actions and meet people’s needs. We have mystery diners, tasting panels and the whole quality assurance processes that makes sure the products are up to standard, and most importantly, consistent,” said Al Omran.

The Destination Riyadh team is quite a difficult bunch to impress when it comes to food. But, we don’t short change on praise when praise is due. Riyadh’s fast food industry has been dominated by international franchises for so long, hence,

we welcome brands who buy local, support the community and are able to be the people’s food champs any given day.

Web: maestropizza.com maestropizzaksa


Our first choice was, of course, Yasmeen Alfouzan. Born in Abu Dhabi, Alfouzan’s an MIS analyst who started a food blog she built herself in 2008, which we’ve been crushing over ever since we discovered it. In her own words, she attempts everything and rarely finds something that sticks. She believes there’s nothing you cannot learn from the Internet and books, and from the looks of her blog, we wholeheartedly agree.

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Why’d you pick up cooking?I harbor a fascination in both the artistic and scientific side of things equally. On one hand, I love music, visual arts, literature and movies; on the other, I love astronomy, physics, mathematics, programming and chemistry.

Naturally, I just had to pick culinary arts, since it’s THE art that relies on both science and creativity to produce something extraordinary. I’m obsessed with learning about food chemistry and utilize that nerdy side of me to create simple, beautiful, homemade dishes. However, I don’t believe that you need to know about the science of food in order to create something insanely delectable, you just need to really love food.

What’s your idea of a favorite meal? The answer to this question changes by season, day and hour. Right now, my idea of a favorite meal is: slow-cooked lamb shanks, on top of buttery couscous and steamed veggies, with a side of a vibrant green salad tossed with an herby vinaigrette.

What is it about food that excites you?What doesn’t? Everything. From the raw ingredients, to the finished dish – every stage of preparing and eating food gets me excited. I love it all.

A sneak peak into the lives of two of the best Saudi food bloggers.By Johara Al Mogbel

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individuals, but to me, they just encapsulate the visual appeal of a dish.

What advice do you have for aspiring food bloggers?I say do not get discouraged by the large number of food bloggers that are already there and established. The world cannot have enough food bloggers. Self-publishing is the greatest tool we are blessed with. Trust me, even if you get very little audience out of it at all, it’s something worth keeping up with and pursuing. It changes the way you think about food, and the way you interact with it. Make sure you deliver good, authentic content and the rest will fall in place.

Are you planning on making a cookbook?Yes! I’m in fact in the process of writing it right now, and I’d say I’m about 75 percent done. I can’t express how excited I am. It’s a baking book in Arabic that focuses on quality-baked goods with proper methods, real ingredients and deliciousness all around is the top priority. Photos included, of course. If you had to choose between a kitchen aide add-on and a fancy shoe, which one would you choose?I’d go against my first instincts and choose a fancy shoe, because my kitchen is overflowing with equipment and tools.

What do you crave and how many times do you crave it?I have a sweet tooth, so my answer is naturally: cake. I crave it all the time. Would never say no to good cake. Or ice cream.

Who does the photography for you? If you do it yourself, how did you learn the process? I do the photography myself, though, many times I wish I had an assistant photographer. Cooking and baking is a very involved process, so doing both at the same time can be quite challenging. I learned gradually, as I started with an entry-level point and shoot camera, and then found myself using a DSLR and processing RAW images on Lightroom.

I still don’t think I take amazing photos, but I feel like they tell the story of the dish better, since I made it and could probably highlight its best features. Photos can be made art by some very talented


Ya Salam is another beautifully polished food blog that caught our eye. Run by Noor Alqahtani, an American freelance graphic designer married to a Saudi, she’s been residing in Riyadh since 2008. She’s an avid doodler and painter drawn to the culture of the gulf, which shows in her posts.

NOOR ALQAHTANI

What’s your idea of a favorite meal? I think we’re all drawn to comfort food, you know the best meals our moms make. I’m a country girl so I will always want my moms fried chicken and cornbread over everything else. Thank God, Saudis love fried chicken too.

What is it about food that excites you?I love the fact that food can bring people together. To me, that’s what it’s all about and definitely makes the time worth it in the end.

Why’d you pick up cooking?To impress my husband of course! He had been living in the USA for quite a while and missed his favorite foods. Honestly, I had no idea how to cook little on Saudi cuisine and at the time you could not find anything about it online. I made it my mission to learn all about the food and history and to teach others along the way.

I think I’ve done pretty well when my Saudi mother in law tells me I know more recipes from here than she does. And now when you search Saudi recipes you will find them everywhere.

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For example I have a small online cooking

club MENA (menacookingclub.org)

and each month we make a recipe from a selected country.

It has been really hard for us to find recipes for countries like Kuwait, Oman and Qatar. Eight years ago when I started Ya Salam Cooking it was the same for Saudi. Invite people into your country and allow them to know the cuisine and tradition. I see so many Gulf bloggers talking about fashion and makeup, try something new and stand out. The world is really interested in this area and what it’s all about.

What do you crave and how many times do you crave it?I love soups and breads of any kind and it’s something that I could eat daily. Biscuits, cornbread, pita, French bread; whatever kind I will eat it.

Who does the photography for you? If you do it yourself, how did you learn the process? I do everything myself from prepping, cooking to the photography. I’m not a pro by any means and honestly I’m not all that interested in photography. I do like a clear image though so a DSLR is a must. And like most things, I taught myself.

What advice do you have for aspiring food bloggers?If you’re living in a region like the Gulf then I urge you to start a food blog. You would not believe how hard it is to learn about traditional cooking.

Are you planning on making a cookbook?This has been a thought of mine for a while now so yes, it’s something that I want. I just know that a cookbook on Saudi cuisine would be a big hit. People are constantly asking me to go for it. However, I do not know the first step to take when it comes to publishing a book.

If you had to choose between a kitchen aide add-on and a fancy shoe, which one would you choose?I think you all know my answer! As much as I love shoes I would go for the kitchen tool every time.

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What does being creative mean to you? Being free.

Favorite piece of artwork by someone else?There are a lot! But there’s this piece that comes to my mind now. It’s called “Woman with Dead Child” by Kathe Kollwitz.

What is, in your opinion, the best thing you’ve ever created and why? None of my artworks can be chosen as the best of what I created. The more I create the more I become critical about my work. I think the rest of my life will be an attempt to create the best I can.

Who are your role models? I’d rather talk about people who really inspired me and still inspire me. People like Andrei Tarkovsky, Hayao Miyazaki, Tim Burton, Nina Simon, Frida Kahlo, Zdzisław Beksiński and Jean-Michel Basquiat.

What got you started? I don’t have a clear answer to that. I’ve loved art since I was a child. I think watching Tim Burton films and other cartoons made me want to create something of my own, too. Why do you art? Art makes sense of my true existence; it makes me feel “really” alive.

Is your work the result of sudden inspiration, or long term planning? How do you think up your concepts?It’s a bit of both. I write down what comes to mind, and then I try to visualize the shape of my words. My concepts usually revolve around human feelings and perceptions, the complexity and simplicity of the things we try to understand. My concepts sometimes appear to be a reminder, which the human soul can feel related to.



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FOODHACKSSix food hacks for the culinarily challenged.By Johara Al Mogbel

A love of eating does not automatically compute itself into knowledge of cooking. If we were ever to face a rampaging manticore that can only be staved off by a freshly cooked omelette, there’s a 50 percent chance we’d all be dead within minutes. Which is why we decided to take matters into our own hands, and figure out how to feed murderous creatures before they kill us and not set the kitchen on fire.

Ingredients: Steps:

Here are some life hacks we tried out:

Mac’n’Cheese IN A MUGWe were very sceptical when we tried this, because we couldn’t wrap our heads around the fact that uncooked pasta could go soft in the microwave. But lo and behold, it did! Just keep in mind that many things might go wrong with this one, but hot fresh mac’n’cheese you can make without setting yourself on fire might be worth it.

• Small pasta• Cheese• Water• Milk• Mug• Microwave

Easiness: 2/5Success: 3/5

1. Place ½ cup

pasta and

1/3 cup water

in a mug.

2. Heat the mug in increments of 2 minutes in the microwave, stirring every time you take the mug out.3. Add ¼ cup

milk and ½

cup of cheese.

Microwave for

another minute. 4. Take out, eat, and hug yourself.


4. Realize the bag

isn’t big enough

and put it into a

bigger bag.

Tacos on the GoThis isn’t really for people who don’t know how to cook completely, as you need to source cooked beef from somewhere. It was meant to lessen the use of utensils, as well as make it easier for you to eat on the run. Long story short: It did neither.

Ingredients:• Beef (minced meat + fajita spices)• Salad (cut up) • Vegetables of your choice• Fritos/Lays/Doritos


Steps: 1. Shovel meat in the bag of chips.

2. Add salad.

3. Shake.

5. Shake some more.

6. Dump it all in a plastic plate because it’s near impossible to get a perfect salad/beef/chips ratio from the bag and make the perfect taco bowl.


3. Place in microwave for 1/12 or 2 minutes.

Ingredients:• Cake Mix• Milk• Mug• Frosting and Sprinkles


Steps:

Sidenote Most recipes called for flour and chocolate and other weird stuff, but we’ve decided to forego that and make it even simpler. You’re welcome.

1. Pour the

amount of cake

mix you’d like

into the mug,

make sure it isn’t

more than half

of the mug just

in case.

2. Pour milk in in

little amounts,

and stirring it in

until it resembles

cake batter.4. Decorated with a dollop of frosting and some sprinkles, for fun.

5. Thank us.

Blink of an Eye CakeWe loved this one. We really, really loved this one. One-minute cake in a for-one size that we wouldn’t have to share? We’re all for that. Bring it on, sweet tooth, we are going to absolutely slay you.

Easy Salad SeasoningSo, this might not technically be a meal but it works pretty handily to impress your guests. Plus, they instantly make any food taste better. Salads, mana’eesh, pasta… it’s magical.

Ingredients:• Seasoned potato chips• Pepper grinder• Plastic bag• Boxing gloves

Easiness Rating: 5/5Success: 5/5

Steps:

1. Place the bag of chips in a bigger bag to minimize debris.

3. Pour into

pepper grinder.

2. Put on boxing gloves.

Box bag rapidly.

4. Sprinkle over all available food.


1. Plug in the

sandwich press

and wait until it

heats up.

2. Break the egg and mix it in a bowl, add salt according to taste.

No-Oven OmeletteThis is very useful for people with a phobia from stoves.

Ingredients:• Waffle/sandwich press• Eggs• Salt• Cheese• Bowl and spoon

Easiness: 3/5 Success: 4/5

Steps:

3. Pour egg mix

into sandwich

press tray. 4. Watch it

cook, and add

cheese when

it’s nearly done.

Ingredients:• Box of original Krispy Kreme donuts• Waffle maker/sandwich presser • Plate• Huge appetite


Donut Waffle PancakesWe’ve all had those days where we find a stale box of Krispy Kremes, get hit hard with a craving wave, and decide to forgo our palates to eat them. Except that is a horrible idea and we’re here to dissuade from that crime. Behold, donut waffles!

Steps:

1. Plug in the

presser, place

the convenient

amount of

donuts inside.

2. Close presser, and wait till the sizzling sound wafts to your brain. Allow crispiness according to taste.

3. Take out

donuts, stack

them, and

bite in.

5. Flip over, and enjoy!



A Stroll Through

The city’s latest hotspot.By Johara Al Mogbel

And where there is a cool place to be visited, we shall soon follow. The awesomeness starts out in the parking lot, it seems, as we parked a few spots away from a gorgeous vintage Mercedes. Up we went and there was Albujairy in all its glory. First thing we saw was a little dukkan (convenience store)

This year Riyadh’s “it” place to be is without a doubt Albujairy. A new area built by the Saudi Commission for Tourism and National Heritage in Diriyah, a historical town that has now become a neighbourhood within the ever expanding Riyadh, Albujairy managed to mix traditional and modern in a bright new shiny well planned space.

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set up to mimic the traditional baqalas. Then we turned a little, and we noticed that the entire place was filled with food.

Various restaurants dotted the area, from Cone Zone and Zeit wu Zaatar, to Dr. Café and Najdi Village. The thing we liked about them is that they all had alfresco dining for families as well, which is going to be so useful during the cooler seasons. A number of restaurants, such as Bab Alyemen, were still in construction. It was kind of a let down to see so many non-Khaleeji food spots, to be quite frank, as we would much rather have preferred Albujairy be a one-stop place for the region’s cuisine.

Other notable shops in the area: Dukkan Turathiat, a shop selling traditional Saudi tchik-tchok, as well as Alharan, a store that sells bishts and other male necessities.

Our absolute favorite, though, has to be Ama Art Gallery. Beside the huge Najdi Village,

Ama’s design is spot on. They’ve strung vintage lanterns from wood color pallets and it was the cutest thing we’ve ever seen. Their recent events have been impressive, too, and it bodes well that a specialized art space was included in the touristy area.

It was nearing night time, and it was well past due calling it a day, but we decided to explore a little more, walking up a series of pretty ramps up till we

reached the top. And boy were we glad we did, because we found the true gem of Albujairy: the view. An elevated area that allowed you a near bird’s eye of the beautiful lands of Diriyah, it made us so very happy to find.

Bottom line? Take a hike. IN Albujairy, of course, we’re not asking you to walk away from the magazine, of course. Hey, where you goin’?! We’re sorry, we won’t try to be funny again, we promise!

Tips Avoid weekend nights as the crowds will be overwhelming. Most restaurants start business at 2 p.m., so until they change their timings look elsewhere for your morning breakfast jaunt.




Director/Creator Abdulaziz Al Muzaini makes history with the all-female lead roles Saudi animated series, Queens. It talks about the daily life of two sisters, Ritaj and Fatin. The first episode was written by Noha Al Fard. More episodes are planned for release.

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Audrey HepburnAudrey Hepburn released a new book, “Audrey At Home: Memories of My Mother's Kitchen.” Well technically her son Luca Dotti did.

The marvelous thing about the book is that it tells the story of his mother's life through food and recipes — specifically, her recipes. The book, which the author calls “a kitchen table biography,” offers an intimate look at Hepburn’s life and passions. But at its heart, it is a traditional family cookbook with recipes passed down through generations, collected from friends and compiled as a fitting tribute to a loving mother by her son.

Every evening, she had a little chocolate. Needless to say I started my Audrey tradition and I’m currently eating a piece of chocolate every day to keep those sad thoughts away.

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There are so many women who owe their love of food and cooking to Nigella. She taught us not to feel ashamed of sneaking a spoonful of clotted cream from the fridge at three in the morning.

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Her food is about love. It's not really about expedience, or restraint and it's certainly not about health.

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The Twist N GO Bottle is an environmentally friendly alternative to disposable bottles. It features a built-in fruit blender for a vitamin injection, whether you’re going to the office, for a picnic or just on the move. The first step towards a healthier, longer existence.

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ClarinsClarins products don’t leave the skin feeling parched. The Gentle Foaming Cleanser is a milk cleanser that promotes clean, healthy-looking skin. It’s formulated with coconut and fatty acids to protect skin balance. The fragrance is also mild compared to some other brands. SR 133

Have you Found Your FavoriteFACE CLEANSER?After reading this article, you’ll know what facial cleanser suits you best.By Zareen Muzaffar

GivenchyClean It Tender Creamy Cleansing is formulated for normal to dry complexions. It removes residues of makeup quiet effectively and leaves the skin feeling soft. SR 170

CliniqueClinique Comforting Cleanser is great for those with sensitive skin. This cleanser is without any fragrance and doesn’t irritate the skin as it’s very mild yet effective.

Another great product for makeup removal by Clinique is the Take the Day off Cleansing Milk. SR 150

Which one should I choose?

The following brands are available at Wojooh, Debenhams and Sephora.

ChanelChanel’s Le Blanc Intense Brightening Foam Cleanser is part of a range that includes moisturizer, cream and serum. This range targets discoloration and apparently the pearl protein and licorice extracts make the skin feel hydrated. SR 250

Estee Lauder Perfectly Clean cleanser by Estee Lauder is ideal for normal/combination skin. It’s really good for taking off stubborn makeup or just use it for facial cleansing in the morning or at night. SR 150



These cleansers are targeted towards certain facial issues such as acne prone skin or rosacea.

These brands are available at Whites and Nahdi pharmacy.

La Roche PosayThe cleansing gel for oily sensitive skin purifies the skin and eliminates excess sebum. Their formula contains soothing and anti-irritating La Roche Posay Thermal Spring Water (a personal favorite).

1. Purifying Foaming Gel SR 139 2. Physiological Foaming Water SR 110

UriageUriage Hyseac Gentle Cleansing Gel is ideal for combination to oily skin. It cleanses while removing oiliness with light foaming action. SR 84

Vichy 3 in 1Vichy is well known for catering to sensitive skin. This one-step cleanser acts as cleansing milk, toning lotion and an eye makeup remover. SR 97

NuxeThe soap free face wash acts as a makeup remover too. Its dual formula dissolves the makeup in seconds and purifies the face of any residues. Yes, it’s very hydrating too! SR 105

Did you know?The skin loses about 30,000 to 40,000 dead skin cells from the surface almost every minute.

Bioderma Sebium GelPharmacists highly recommend this line for all skin types although it’s really good for those with very oily skin. This gel is known to keep oily skin in check without triggering excess oil production via irritation. SR 108

What’s my skin type? Grab a tissue paper and give your face a quick swipe.A normal skin type has good circulation and there will not be any trace of sebum (or oil) on the tissue.

An oily skin type will leave blots of facial oil on the tissue, particularly from the cheeks, nose and forehead. A dry skin type has a low level of sebum and does not maintain oil easily.

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DINING SCOOP

Zaika Opens in RiyadhZaika’s grand opening just took place in Riyadh under the patronage of Anil Nautiyal, the Deputy Indian Ambassador. And they’ve got it right: an exquisite unmatched Indian fine dining experience.

With the perfect taste and detail, Riyadh’s Zaika will not only

satisfy your love for the curry but also surprise you with Saudi innovative twists. We might be referring to the pot of crispy Mulukhia Chicken or the Murg Cheese Angar – a kind of chicken tikka with melted cheese inside it.Location: Al Akaria Plaza 4, Olaya Main St.

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We’re still –and forever will be- on our never-ending quest to find the perfect cheesecake. So Strawberry SA was our perfect next choice, with a repertoire of unique cheesecake flavors (including a dulche de leche one).

We opted for her baqlawa option, because hello? Baqlawa AND a lovely heavy cheesecake all in one bite? Yes, please. Luckily, the dessert lived up to our expectations. It was good, yummy enough that we’ve been

dreaming about it ever since. The cheesecake base is perfect and the baqlawa was big and plentiful.

The only issue we had, actually, was that we encountered it again at a party and for some reason the baqlawa wasn’t as generous, so consistency seems to be fluid with this baker. Overall, this jury largely approves.

Price: SR 280 Delivery: Pick up for free Rating Overall: 4.5

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Mystery Diner AlMajles AlKhaleejiBy Faris Al Yahya

We had “nawashef,” a platter comprised of cheese, jam, olives, honey and halawa taheeniah.

Then arrives the heavy hitters, foul julaba, thinly sliced flash-fried liver, mugalgal (pan fried meat) and fried eggs. I’d asked for the eggs to be cooked over easy but they served it to me extra crispy well done.

And once you tell them to return your order so they can properly cook it they don’t get you.

The egg struggle is real, folks. The only bread they have is tamees and it might be the saddest tamees I ever had. Below average food and less than welcoming service. You can find yourself tons of better places with even less the price. Will not come here again, add it to your blacklist.

The trend of traditional Saudi food places continues, and so far they’re still disappointing me with their quality. This place is called AlMajles AlKhaleeji, and it was a bad experience for me even after I gave them another chance. We enter the place and there’s no one to seat us even though it’s empty. The service is poor. And the important part, the food, was mediocre at best.

Dactylifera Opens Shop for Sweet Buds in the CityDactylifera is set to be one of the stores Riyadhis can be heading to on Takhassussi Street. It’s is a combination of quality dates, chocolates, specialty confectioneries and delicious ice creams that are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.


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We send our love and compliments to their inventor, whether it’s originally French or Belgian. So of course, when it came down to our comfort food issue, it was time to taste the fries of Riyadh. Oh, the

There is nothing on earth that is prettier or more important than fries. That is a solid, Destination Riyadh fact and we refuse to believe otherwise.

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happiness. THANK YOU FRELGIANS. WE LOVE YOU. Below, the results!

THE CRITERIA Regular sized standard

fries; straight out of the fryer and post-20

minute delivery.


Crispiness: 6.2Saltiness: 6.6Oil Ratio: 5.3Overall Happiness: 6.8

SR 53.Burger King

Verdict The expected favorite, we were sad to see that the King’s fries weren’t

Crispiness: 6.8Saltiness: 9Oil Ratio: 7.3Overall Happiness: 9.1

SR 51.McDonald’s


SR 52.Texas Chicken

Verdict We suspect there’s a little bit of childhood bias when it comes to McDonald’s fries, but bottom line is, everyone


SR 56.Shawermer

Verdict Another underdog we weren’t expecting to shine. But with a decent cut and straight out of the fryer it was surprisingly delicious.


SR 45.Dairy Queen

Verdict Perfectly crispy, and full inside, DQ should’ve slayed the masses. But it didn’t

Verdict The dark horse of the bunch, Texas was oh so close to beating McDonald’s out. Actually, we were split into two, one group crowning Texas, the

Verdict It was a hard decision with this one. On one hand, it’s definitely the healthiest of the bunch, and therefore better. On the other, it didn’t hit the


SR 124.Elevation Burger

was euphoric with their first bite. The winner, ladies and gentlemen!“It just tasted better with a McFlurry, sorry not sorry.” “CLASSIC”

other crowning the arches. Well done, Texas Chicken. You do a lot better with your fries than your chicken, for sure.“These are cold and they’re still so good. How. How?”

right spot for us, after all the greasy happiness we had. So if you want healthy fries, this is the place for you.“Light, crispy.” “Healthy. Does this count as a salad?”

If only it had more salt and held up against time and temperature to still taste as good.“Mmmm…” “With garlic this would be yum.”

hold up so well after the 10 minutes it took to cool. “Not bad. Not bad at all.” “It tastes like soda.”

as amazing as they used to be. Still tastes great, though. “Acceptable, but a bit weird.” “It’s Burger. King.”


Crispiness: 5Saltiness: 3.8Oil Ratio: 4Overall Happiness: 4

Verdict The best out of the bad fast food ones, Herfy managed to be acceptable, if a bit inconsistent.


Verdict Kudu will never be a contender amongst the fry giants, but for a good fix, it isn’t half bad. It just felt

Crispiness: 5.6Saltiness: 4Oil Ratio: 5Overall Happiness: 5

Verdict The only freshly cut potatoes on the list, and it showed. The fries were thick cut and enjoyable and would definitely have gotten a higher rating


Verdict We had high hopes for this one, but sadly it didn’t even remotely live up to its Emirati counterpart. A tad disappointing, really, especially

SR 6

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8.London Fish and Chips

7.Kudu

SR 510.Herfy

SR 129.New York Fries

a bit flat because of the lack of salt. What is everyone’s problem with salt and fries?“Would finish it.”

if only they were salted properly. Salt your fries, London Fish and Chips. Salt them!“I don’t know why, but I taste fish.”“Mmm, there’s a lemony taste.”

since it should have had the edge on other fries with the cheese inclusion. “Now we know what the F is for, NYF. F is for FAIL.”“Not bad actually, just a bit… soggy.”

The shorter fries tasted better than the longer ones and the crispiness was okay. “Brings back memories.”“Good.”




Verdict Do you like your fries smelling like limp chicken? If you do, dig in. If you’re a normal human being

Crispiness: 2Saltiness: 1.8Oil Ratio: 2.7Overall Happiness: 3.1

Verdict When we dumped the fries out of their cases, Hardee’s retained the shape

Verdict For SR 8, this is in no way acceptable. We refuse your expensive subpar fries, Fatburger.

SR 511.KFCCrispiness: 1.8Saltiness: 2.7Oil Ratio: 2.4Overall Happiness: 1.8

SR 812.Fatburger


Verdict We don’t understand what went wrong here, we really don’t. Johnny Rockets is usually so much better, and their milkshakes are the best in Riyadh. But the fries we picked

SR 513.Hardee’s

The Jury the Editorial Foodies, an engineer, a grade schooler, a marketing expert, a fry enthusiast and DR’s very own social media manager.

Do you think we missed a fry? Want to nominate your favorite? Let us know @destinationryd

SR 1614.Johnny Rockets

who values their taste buds, then don’t.“It tastes like chicken. Naked chicken. What? It does!”“Yum, chicken!”

TAKE THEM BACK. “One’s super soggy, the other lacks salt. What is this horrible fry diversity?”

up were a disaster. Undercooked and severely inedible. Do something about this, JR. Please. Unbreak our hearts. We believe in you.“Blech blech blech blech!”“It tastes like cardboard. And tears.”

of its container. That is all you need to know.“This is so sad.” “Seriously?”



LUSINLusin has, since 2011, served culture and history on a spoon. The first and most favored dining address for authentic Armenian cuisine, Lusin is a marvelous feat of oriental culinary excellence.

The journey begins the moment your eyes fall upon the restaurant’s front façade and its interiors. Made entirely from naturally rose tinted Tufo, a type of volcanic stone unique to Armenian architecture, the walls envelope you with a sense of warmth. Brought in directly from its mother country, the stones are given a further touch of history with delicate engravings of Armenian poetry.

For those seeking a truly traditional vegetarian treat, one cannot go wrong with the Armenian Itch— bulgur, cracked wheat salad dressed with tomato sauce and parsley. This is a household staple in Armenia served as an afternoon palate cleanser for children coming home from school and as the family waits for grandma or mother to serve dinner.

We were pleasantly delighted to learn from Chef Kasem that the stone oven installed in the kitchen served an integral purpose their culinary creations. One might notice that the Lusin dishes have a subtle smoky aroma and flavor, which apparently comes from the wood burn within the oven.


Authentically Armenian.

The Lusin Salad

In developing an authentic yet refined collection of Armenian classics, Lusin partnered with renowned Chef Anahid Doniguian. Regionally and internationally recognized as one of the foremost authorities in Middle Eastern cuisine, the New York trained chef penned over 13 award winning cookbooks. Being of Armenian descent herself, Chef Anahid went to revive traditional recipes with a sophisticated Lusin twist.

Armenian cuisine is far more complex than meat skewers and lamb chops. As Lusin reintroduces the culture, they offer what is called the Lusin Salad—an in house creation consisting of eggplant with cheese and pesto sauce.


Location: Centria Mall Tel: 920002690 Web: lusinrestaurant.com

Complete your Armenian dining experience with their artisan crafted desserts. Refresh your taste buds with Ice Cream Lusin - rose ice cream wrapped with cotton candy or their homemade Armenian delight with cream.

Overall, Lusin is a town favorite for good reason. In a city where the word “authentic” is thrown around too often in the dining scene, Lusin sets itself apart by matter of show rather than tell.

You will never go wrong with any of the succulent grill offerings at Lusin. The restaurant prides itself in getting only the finest meat and produce in Riyadh. For those who prefer to veer away from meaty options need not fret; the Soborak (made from layers of pastry stuffed with cheese) alone, can make for a fine argument of how well balanced the menu is to accommodate less carnivorous guest. There is also the authentically made Pilaf as well as Mixed Dolma to keep you satisfied.

A must try is the Manti, an oven baked Armenian dish of traditional dough wrapping small balls of meat. The result is a tasty pot that does a graceful dance with the tomato sauce and yogurt. Each bite has a textured crispness brought about by the dough that lingers in your mind long after the dish is gone.

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Restaurant to add glamour and deliciousness to your evenings. Nights of the Levant offers a family dining experience topped with culinary arts from the Levant region and enticing and aromatic BBQ flavors.

You will be greeted with Arabian hospitality and exemplary service as the staff will make sure both your food and your night are up to your high standards.

When? Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 9:30 p.m. Guaranteed: You will always find something new and have the best time.

Your entire family is bound to enjoy this experience; even the little guests will enjoy their time at the children’s play area.

Skylight Pool Lounge and Restaurant always strives to present you with the ultimate culinary journey and now with its Nights of Levant, you will be able to relish in a unique sanctuary with delectable food and top-notch service.

Burj Rafal Hotel Kempinski, located in the tallest residential tower in Riyadh to date, offers you and your family a marvelous dining experience at

Enjoy Skylight Pool Lounge and Restaurant.

Price: SR 190- Children (6-12 years) SR 95- Children (under 6) Free Dining Tel: +966-11-5117777Web: kempinski.com/burjrafalEmail: [email protected]

its Skylight Pool Lounge and Restaurant. Amidst the relaxing ambience, you will enjoy delicious meals, impeccable service and breathtaking views. Attend Nights of the Levant at Skylight Pool Lounge and


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Tel: +966-11-4912 662 / +966-11-8100 411 Omar bin Abdul Aziz St. - New opening at Al Hasan bin Ali St.

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Güllüoglu A Turkish Culinary LegacyThe best of Turkey under one roof.

Since its inception in 1881, Güllüoglu has built a name that is synonymous to authentic Turkish culinary excellence. The family behind it has made it their legacy to share the best the cuisine has to offer. With over 60 branches spread over eight countries around the world; we’re delighted to finally have them in Riyadh.Upon entering the restaurant, Riyadhis are instantly reminded of the culinary scene of Istanbul. The high ceilings in the singles section provides an airy atmosphere that is often sought after in Riyadh. The hanging leaf vines, ornamented lighting and scenic paintings in one of the spaces, envelope you in a relaxing oriental ambience.

Start your mouthwatering journey with crowd favorites that have been given a special gullu touch. While all of the salads are refreshing and made with quality produce, we recommend pairing the Gavurdag salad (a classic Turkish starter that consists of tomatoes, walnuts, pomegranate seeds and spices) with some Gullu hummus and baba ghannous, the result is a palate cleanser combo that will have your taste buds ready for a succulent main course.

It's Breakfast Time!Try Güllüoglu's traditional breakfast menu this month, with four unique and rich plates to choose from.


Turkish bakers have often been considered to be stove oven masters and indeed, Güllüoglu meets such expectations. Whether you eat them on their own or as part of your starters, the Pide selection is a must try. The mixed pide is a good way to play a game of pick your favorite pie. Regardless of which you choose, all of them are baked in golden perfection - the bread soft with just the right amount of crisp on the edges.

What sets this kitchen apart from the many Middle Eastern restaurants in town is the tenderness of the meat and how they have taken the time to ensure that each shish and kebab that lands on your table is packed with flavors.

With Turkish chefs keeping original recipes alive, a menu that is scrumptious as it is affordable, and a lively yet comfortable ambience; Güllüoglu brings pride to Antep culinary heritage and gives Riyadhis a true culinary adventure that will leave them heading back for more.

Opening Hours:Sweetshop: 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Restaurant: 12 – 3 p.m. / 6:30 p.m. – 1 a.m.

Location: King Fahad Rd.Mob: +966-11-4194477 / 11-4193636Web: gulluoglu.com.sa

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We are often skeptical when a food establishment claims to serve authentic doner, it often turns out to be a glorified shawarma. However, our doubts were laid to rest when we took our first bite of Güllüoglu’s doner. The meat was thinly sliced and grilled to perfection. The serving was juicy and generous, and yet, it was so good that we ended up ordering another plate.

Güllüoglu is your destination for any Turkish cravings, savory or sweet. The brand is equally famous for their desserts and pastries. Their signature baklava has wowed the world and the sweet shop offers 19 kinds to choose from.

If you ever decide to chill at

Güllüoglu, don’t forget to pair your hot beverages at the café with some tasty pastry treats, from bagels,

boreks, cakes and desserts; your Turkish coffee will

never be lonely.

Succulent mixed grill. Signature dessert.

The best pide in town.


NOODLE BOXThere’s something about the food in East Asia that just pulls you in, wraps you in noodles and never let’s you go. And no one knows it more than the founders of Noodle Box.

Josh James and David Milne, two Australians who were backpacking through Asia and found themselves in Singapore, had their lives utterly changed the moment they stepped into the crowded streets of the city’s famous hawker food markets.

But unlike other lesser tourists, it wasn’t enough

And they can’t quite be blamed for it, because with 14 different flavors on offer, Noodle Box has established itself as a foodtopia for those who like options. It stands out amongst other wok-aficionados in the city by the sheer amount of combinations on offer, and with their new wokmix concept coming out soon, noodle-lovers will certainly have a field day customizing their perfect dish.

to experience it and go home. Back in Melbourne, and bereft of their culinary revelation, they decided they had to transport what they’d tasted, smelt, and seen back to their town and package it in a modern setting for others, and Noodle Box was born.

And once they had conquered Australia, they moved onto their next plan: complete and total world noodle dominance. Which, happily, brought them to Riyadh. And with the fourth branch underway already, the city has taken to it like a storm.


Happiness in a box.

Noodle Box tosses fun and flare through

their lively wok stations.


Those who find it hard to make a decision need not fret, though, the chain also offers tried and true set combinations that range from the classics, like the absolutely delicious Singaporean noodles, the Noodle Box favorites such as the Pad Thai chicken, or the chef specialties that include the Mee Goreng. And for vegetarians, try the Gung-Ho Soy. Made of thin egg noodles, tofu and loads of market fresh Asian veg, all woktossed in their very own secret soy sauce, it’s sure to appeal to even the pickiest vegetable lovers.

Pair it with a Yum Cha, Noodle Box’s take on traditional appetizers that include salt and pepper calamari, the ubiquitous spring roll, chicken satay skewers, dim sims, dragon wings, and prawn crackers, and you have the perfect meal for lunch or dinner all conveniently carryable in a noodle box. Hah! See what they did there?

Location 1: Izdihar, Exit 7, Al Hussein Bin Ali St.Tel 1: +966-11-4562920Location 2: Turki First St., opposite KSUTel 2: +966-11-8108459Location 3: Tamimi Plaza, Makkah Rd. Intersection with Turki First St.Web: noodlebox.com.au

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Noodle Box is well on its way to establish itself as the de rigueur hotspot of Asian fast food in Riyadh and, soon elsewhere in the country. We can’t wait! You really do taste like happy would if it could be packaged in a box, Noodle Box.


Macadamia GingerLet the exciting combination of spicy ginger and crunchy macadamia nuts transport you to chocolate softens the lively flavors locked within.

Take your taste buds on an expedition to savor, with Godiva’s travel-inspired sablés butter biscuit collection. Born out of Chef Chocolatier, Jean Apostolou’s adventures, the collection boasts four beautiful biscuit flavors, each reminiscent of the provenance that inspired its creation.

Journey to Africa with the Ultimate Chocolate biscuit, Oceana with the Macadamia Ginger, Europe with Almond Speculoos and the United States with the fabulous Pecan Chocolate Chip biscuit.

Delicate in appearance but strong in flavor, the

sablés biscuits strike the perfect balance between wonderfully sophisticated and wickedly indulgent.

Featuring a smothering of premium Belgian chocolate, the irresistible pieces have an indulgent, crunchy texture that will delight with every bite.

GODIVA’S EXQUISITE NEW COLLECTION INCLUDES:

Ultimate Chocolate Decadent and dark, this sophisticated biscuit is a flavorful celebration of the beauty and intensity of Africa.

Pecan Chocolate Chip An ode to Americana, these caramelized pecan nuts and chunky cocoa chips are dipped in smooth Belgian milk chocolate.

Almond Speculoos Crushed almonds add a pleasing crunch to this spiced Speculoos biscuit. Dipped in dark Belgian chocolate, this piece captures the sweet, familiar flavors of Europe.

Godiva sablés are now available in Godiva stores.

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GODIVA SABLÉSA Journey of the SensesA collection inspired by travel and adventure, the exquisite sablés fine butter biscuit collection will take you on a journey to remember.


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DON’T BE A VICTIMof Food PoisoningHow to avoid food poisoning both at home and when eating out.By Massa Bitar

Symptoms of Food PoisoningSymptoms can start at any point between a few hours to several weeks later.

Most common symptoms are: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal cramps, lack of energy, lack of appetite, fever, aching muscles and chills.

Symptoms are stronger in children, elderly, pregnant women and people with immunodeficiency.

A few months ago, more than 2,000 restaurants in Jeddah were shut down due to unsanitary food practices and an ascending number of food-poisoning cases.

In fact, food in most of these restaurants was contaminated with more than 11 types of harmful bacteria.

Bacteria multiply faster in hot and humid weathers, which create the perfect breeding grounds for bacteria to grow in food.

If this food ends up in our systems, food poisoning is an unavoidable consequence.

PreventionFollow these tips when handling food at home:

Keep it away from all sorts of contaminants (raw meats or eggs, dirty surfaces, unwashed hands, dirty equipment, poor

personal hygiene in staff, pests, cleaning cloths and cleaning chemicals).

Wash and disinfect all utensils and surfaces before and after food preparation.

Make sure that the food doesn’t stay at room temperature for more than two hours.

Throw the food if it stays for more than four hours at room temperature.

Wash your hands very well before touching any food product.

When you buy food at the supermarket, take it home as quickly as possible.

Do not leave hot food to cool at room-temperature, wait till no more steam is rising and cool it rapidly by dipping the container in ice water bath.

Do not over pack your refrigerator.

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How do you know if a restaurant follows proper food safety practices? Check if the restaurant

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Raw or undercooked: meat, poultry, eggs, fish or shellfish or any foods containing them.

Raw or unpasteurized milk, cheese, fruit or vegetable juices.

Soft cheeses made with unpasteurized milk such as feta, Brie, Camembert, and Mexican-style.

Avoid water if it’s not straight from a sealed bottle (beware of ice cubes- ice machines can be loaded with bacteria).

Check bathrooms. They are a good indicator for the overall cleanliness of a place.

Scan the employees. Clean uniform, hair pulled back, clean fingernails, no uncovered cuts, no sign of sickness- coughing or runny nose, have Baladiah cards.

When in doubt, avoid it. After

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Recommendation

By Mirvat Ammouri

• Eat clean: Healthy fats, well-sourced proteins and complex organic carbs.

• Have a well-rounded weight training/resistance training program targeting all muscles.

• 2-3 times per week of high intensity cardio (30 minutes is enough). Get your heart really pumping and break a real sweat.

Our focus is to turn the light on these hard-held

beliefs on fitness, training, and health and to shed

away the misconceptions that, despite the wealth of knowledge in the wellness industry, still exist today.

Conclusion Having washboard abs that your friends would envy is more than just abs exercises.

Muscles and fat are two different things in your body. One doesn’t turn to the other.

Doing exercises like crunches or resistance training using weights strengthens the

muscles making them look strong and toned. For the muscles to show however, you need

to shed off the layers of fat under the skin that hide them away. And to do that, a

good high intensity cardio regimen must be a part of your overall

workout routine.

TruthMyth Doing crunches,

sit-ups, and planks will slim my

waist and show my packs.

In addition to a healthy nutritious diet, exercises focusing on fat burning are essential.


Sometimes we face stubborn challenges that hold us back from our dreams. They can come in the form of loss: whether a loss of health, wealth, loved ones, or loved things. These mentally hold us back from fulfilling the vision we have for our life.

How to Deal with

Emotional Challenges and HardshipsBy Productive Muslim, Raghad Ebied

WE ARE TOLD IN THE QUR’AN:

“And We will surely test you with something of fear and hunger and a loss of wealth and lives and fruits, but give good tidings to the patient.” [Qur’an: Chapter 2, Verse 155].

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So the question is, how can we overcome the losses, challenges and disappointments while carrying on with our lives and maintaining a strong connection with Allah? First, it helps to remember that loss is a natural part of life, because everything is transient and temporary. Although we can experience great sadness, we can also experience great joy.

ALLAH TELLS US ONCE AGAIN IN SURAT AL NAJM:

“And that to your Lord is the finality. And that

it is He who makes [one] laugh and weep. And that it is He who causes death and gives life.” [Qur’an:

Chapter 53, Verses 42-44]

Our health, wealth, and loved ones are all blessings and gifts that belong to Allah, which He lends us for some time. We know that for the believer, being tested or being blessed is an opportunity for patience and gratitude: “How wonderful is the case of a believer; there is good for him in everything and

this applies only to a believer. If prosperity attends him, he expresses gratitude to Allah and that is good for him; andif adversity befalls him, he endures it patiently and that is better for him.”

We are also told about loss, the greatest loss, being a loss of Allah’s pleasure and happiness both now and in the Hereafter in Surat Al Asr: “By time, indeed, mankind is in loss. Except for those who have believed and done righteous

deeds and advised each other to truth and advised each other to patience.” [Qur’an:

Chapter 103, Verses 1-3]

THE KEYS TO COPE WITH LOSS

1. Belief in Allah 2. Doing Good3. Enjoining each 3. other to truth4. Enjoining each 4. other to patience

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It's Not Always About the Money Time is more valuable than materials, so taking time out and donating one hour a month is also considered a great act of giving. Some ideas off the top of my head would be to volunteer at a children's hospital, or go out and visit the poorest parts of your town and help distribute food and clothes with one of the community charities. Or volunteer with the local high schools and teach some skills or career planning trainings to kids who would benefit from such practices.

Pay it Forward is a movement based on repaying good deeds forward to others rather than the original benefactor. By Rakan Tarabzoni

Islam, like many other civilizations, realized this from the very beginning and made sure of its implementation. Hence, giving to charity is one of the main five pillars of the religion, making Zakat obligatory for all Muslims.

Here are some ideas to get you started:

Don’t Just Give Out Your Old Clothes Try setting a fixed number of items you have and always maintain that number. For example, if you

have 15 pairs of shoes, make sure they remain 15, so if you buy a new one, you must give one out to charity. The point is to have a fixed number and not go over it.

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Family Comes FirstYou will be surprised to know that often your relatives, close or distant, qualify for the help. And if that is the case, they come foremost.

Set Aside a Certain Amount for Helping OthersIn Islam, we are asked to give out 2.5 percent as Zakat, so why not make it a habit to give out 2.5 percent of any income you make. Personally, I adapted the idea, and made a monthly habit.

In all cases, the act of giving is an enriching experience all by itself. So make it a habit, add one more reminder into your smartphone to give back to the community. One final note, always remember Prophet Mohammed’s saying: "The wealth of a man never diminishes by giving to the needy."

What to do with the Extra Food? Most of us face the issue of having ordered/cooked too much food that gets beyond the need of the family. I would suggest making it a habit to give away the extra food especially when it is extra food after a party.


Explore Nature With Raffles Praslin “Ranger for a Day” ‘‘Ranger for a Day’’ and ‘‘Junior Ranger for a Day’’ is a special experience only found at Seychelles with Raffles Praslin. Partnering with Seychelles National Parks Authority, the program provides budding conservationists with ‘behind the scenes’ access to inaccessible areas on Curieuse Island. This is fun activity helps raise awareness and conserve nature.

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Explore the Omani Culture with Al Bustan Palace

The Blue restaurant of Mövenpick Hotel Al Khobar presents a more delightful weekend feast, as it revamped its Friday Family Brunch. The dining outlet will provide its guests with a variety of more delicious food choices as well as a cozier ambience and heaps of entertainment for children of allages. The hotel also welcomed its new Scottish executive chef, Alexander Peter Reilly.

Mövenpick Al Khobar Revamps its Friday Family Brunch at The Blue

guests from the historic souk in Nizwa and the heights of Jebel Al Akhdar, to the newly opened Six Senses Spa at Al Bustan Palace and more.

Al Bustan Palace, A Ritz-Carlton Hotel, invites guests to their “Flavors of Oman” excursion. The journey showcases the various attractions of Oman, taking


The Filmfest Hamburg descends into the city from Oct. 1 – 10. Combine this year’s international festival with the perfect Hamburg getaway at Fairmont Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten. The hotel offers its historic charm along with 15 percent off the best available rate in a luxury suite including breakfast, plus a $28 spa voucher. Rates start from $289 per night.

Filmfest Hamburg Getaway

Running the Marathon The Fairmont Empress on Vancouver Island, Canada, is an official partner with the GoodLife Fitness Marathon on Oct. 11 as the Royal Host Hotel. Participants can take advantage of the hotel’s two-night ‘Marathon’ package. It includes a $20 food and beverage credit per room plus a late checkout. The package is valid for bookings from Oct. 8 – 13.

from SR 435 (Cost of

airfare is excluded)

Starwood Celebrates Opening of Sheraton Bucharest Hotel Starwood Hotels and Resorts Worldwide, Inc. announced its market entry in Romania with the opening of the Sheraton® Bucharest Hotel, which is located in one of the

most charming cities in central Europe. In partnership with SC Grand Plaza Hotel SA, the milestone debut builds upon the Sheraton first mover advantage in the region and expands the brand’s European portfolio to more than 60 hotels.

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Have fun on this tour as you “Hop On Hop Off” tourist busses

to explore the city of Frankfurt and visit the main tourist highlights during one day. Stay for three days and two nights and have some Frankfurt fun. Web: kanootravel.com

New Road Links Saudi and Oman The inauguration of a 680-kilometer long road linking Oman with Saudi Arabia is expected to be a milestone for both countries. The opening of the road, which is supposed to take place in October, will create investment opportunities and boost tourism and business between the two countries.


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Edinburgh, The Festival City and Glasgow, The European City of CultureBy Ahmed Gassas

Scotland is known for its rich culture and history. While Edinburgh is its capital city, Glasgow is its largest city. Edinburgh is known to be the world leading festival city. During the month of August, Edinburgh holds six of the major festivals throughout the year and marks this month as one of the busiest for the capital.

THE ROYAL EDINBURGH MILITARY TATTOOIn its 66th year, The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo was held Aug. 5 – 27 in an open area located right in front of the Edinburgh Castle. The theme this year was ‘East Meets West’. With around

1,200 performers, the bands and groups came from different regions of the world.

The performers came from the UK, India, Nepal, USA, Canada, New Zealand, Australia, Finland, China and Switzerland. The diversity in performances shown at the Tattoo make this festival one of the most enjoyable and truly unforgettable experiences.

Performances have been a sellout for the past 16 consecutive years with this year’s crowd being 8,800 visitors per evening.

The Tattoo lasts around 90 minutes. Since 1952, performers have travelled to Edinburgh from 48 countries to take part in this parade.

Web: edintattoo.co.uk

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commissioned to artist Martin Creed and each 104 steps featured a different colored marble from all around the world. There were also temporary pieces such as Charles Avery’s Island Jadindagadendar tree, which is part of his lifelong project The Islanders that was displayed at the Waverly Train Station.

Web: edinburghartfestival.com

EDINBURGH ART FESTIVAL The Edinburgh Art Festival is the youngest one of the Edinburgh summer festivals and the UK’s largest annual festival of visual art. This year marked its 12th year. This years’ commission program was titled The Improbable City and it brought together the work of seven artists, all of which offer an encounter with worlds or spaces at the limits of the probable. Platform: 2015 is the first in an annual exhibition dedicated to showcasing new talent at the heart of the festival. The vast majority of the festival was free to attend.

There have been more than 30 galleries, museums and artist-run spaces set up around the city with over 100 artists. There were some permanent commissions for instance such as the Scotsman Steps that linked the Old and New Towns. The restoration project was

EDINBURGH INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL The Edinburgh International Festival was held Aug. 7 – 31 and featured a wide range of entertainment including opera, theater, dance and the best music from around the world. The EIF was first inaugurated in 1947 and is in its 68th successful year.

Mozart’s The Magic Flute was re-imagined and comically animated. It was sung in German with English subtitles. The stage was a white backdrop with a projector to give life of the characters and the scene. One of the highlights of The Magic Flute was the three-story spider.

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EDINBURGH FESTIVAL FRINGE The Edinburgh Festival Fringe featured 50,459 performances of 3,314 shows from 49 countries in 313 venues across Edinburgh.

EDINBURGH BOOK FESTIVAL The Edinburgh Book Festival is held for 17 days at Charlotte Square Gardens in central Edinburgh from Aug. 15 – 31. There are over 800 authors in 750 events for adults, teens and children. Old favorites, debut authors and international writers from all across the world are brought in to inspire and entertain.

Web: edbookfest.co.uk

KELVINGROVE ART GALLERY AND MUSEUM The Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum is among the top three free-to-enter visitor attractions in Scotland and one of the most visited museums in the UK outside London as well as one of Europe’s great art collections. The museum featured pieces of French art, Dutch art, Scottish art and much more.

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THE GLASGOW SCHOOL OF ART: GLASGOW STYLE CITY WALKING TOUR The Glasgow Style City Walking Tour gives visitors an in-depth overview of the industrial city’s architectural language and the building that shaped Glasgow’s style as early as 1859 with St. Vincent Street Church.

GLASGOW MUSIC CITY TOUR The guided walking tour explores Glasgow’s music scene. Glasgow is officially designated as a UNESCO City of Music and even Time Magazine labeled it as “Europe’s Secret Capital of Music.” Some of the sites visited during this tour include the temporary installment of Barrowland Park with all the performers that performed at Barrowland names labeled across the pathway and the visit of King Tuts, the venue where some of the biggest names (such as Oasis), started their career.

Web: glasgowmusiccitytours.com

The Fringe began in 1947 and is in its 68th year and features different acts such as theater, dance, circus, comedy, music, opera, cabaret, children’s shows, free shows, exhibitions, events and spoken words. According to Kath mainland, Chief Executive of The Fringe, the festival is “the largest, oldest, most well renowned festival in the world.” The festival is something for everyone and has something new for everyone to experience and enjoy.

Many of today’s big names such as Mike Myers, Hugh Laurie, Miranda Hart and Rachel Weisz got their first break at the Fringe. A number of emerging talents such as Ricky Gervais, John Malkovich and Susan Sarandon have also decided to perform at the Fringe.

Web: edfringe.com

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Exploring the heritage of ancient architecture, artisans and awe-inspiring landscape in Asir.By Elizabeth Davis

When the temperatures rise in the city, dwellers in the know flock to Asir Province for its cooler climate and mountain terrain—but a visit to this southern region isn’t just about the good weather.

Located in the Sarawat Mountains, the largest range in the Arabian Peninsula, Asir boasts Saudi Arabia’s highest peak-Mount Souda, as well as a local culture rich in ancient traditions.

Abha, the region’s capital city, sits 7,448 feet above sea level and its year-round mild climate and sunny days are to

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thank for the city’s abundance of open spaces, parks and outdoor cafes. Encased by rugged peaks, most famously Mount Souda, the city’s remote location has tempered rapid modernization, so besides a few shopping malls and a couple of western fast food spots, Abha remains authentic and unspoiled.

Aplomb with pastoral charm, the region’s people and places are welcoming and relaxed which make it a perfect weekend destination.

Where to Stay Abha Palace HotelThe only five-star hotel in region, Abha Palace Hotel exudes old-world elegance and

hospitality. One of seven hotel properties owned and operated by the Syahya National Co. for Tourism, Abha Palace features 122 standard superior rooms and 14 luxury suites. The hotels rich tawny wood and marble interiors evoke classic elegance.

Perfectly perched on the mountainside, the hotel overlooks Lake Saad, and offers both city and garden views from lobby’s terrace, restaurant as well as most rooms. An in-house tour company offers experienced local guides, which makes it easy to explore the area’s highlights. For convenience and luxury, a stay at Abha Palace takes the stress and guesswork out of exploring the area.


Al Habala and Al Souda Cable Car trips are a much different experience and not for the meek—however, they both deliver the most extraordinary experiences you can have in Asir.

Known as the Hanging Village, Al Habala cable car station is located at the Syahya’s Al Habala resort and transports

Must-See and DosCulture, Cable Cars and MoreSoar over the city center and mountain gorges on one of Syahya’s four cable cars, which transport tourists to various points of interest around Abha. Taking an aerial tour of the city is particularly easy for Abha Palace Hotel’s guests since one of the cable car stations is located adjacent to the hotel, at the New Abha Resort.

For the less adventurous, the gondola leaving from Abha Palace Hotel is the relaxed trip over downtown, stopping mid-way at Abu Khayal and then onto one of Syahya’s other properties, the Green Mountain Restaurant. Abha Palace-Interior


with its austere beauty and quiet expanse.

Dedicate a full day to a trip to Mount Sooda and the cable car ride to Rijal Almaa. The road to the summit winds through some remarkable old villages, where children stop tourists to sell hand-woven head wreaths made of marigolds and sage.

It’s best to start early in the day to enjoy the best weather and leisurely day of local culture. After a stomach-knotting 7-kilometer descent from Al Sooda resort down the vast escarpment, visitors disembark at Rijal Almaa. In 2015 Rijal Almaa, a small

visitors over a deep mountainside ravine, descending 600 meters to the cliff side abodes. Once inhabited by a local tribe, the cluster of clay and wood houses are indicative of the regions traditional architecture. Precariously positioned 400 meters above an imposing craggy crevasse, a walk among the ancient homes while listening to songbirds and the far-off Adan (call to prayer) is magical. Walking trails line the rocky cliffs dotted with relic buildings.

High above the village, lying prostrate along the jagged rock face, a large rope dangles over the precipice. Long before the invention of the cable car, these cliff dwellers transported goods and people up and down the steep ledges.

After wandering about, grab a fresh mango juice at the food kiosk and relax for bit at one of the shaded tables on the lower terrace area. It’s a great spot to see small troops of baboons tussling about under the trees.

Spanning from the border of Jordan down through Yemen, the Sarawat Mountain range captures the imagination

city about 45 kilometers west of Abha, was submitted as a UNESCO World Heritage Cultural site due to its well-preserved clay-constructed palaces and homes.

The primitive adobe-like buildings are made of layers of shale, stone and local clay and dot almost every town and enclave in Asir. Architecture here is incongruous at best, where timeworn mud homes are juxtaposed with modern cement and marble villas.

Flights depart from Riyadh and Jeddah to Abha International

Airport daily, which makes a sojourn to this southern gem

easy and affordable.

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HISTORIC SAUDI IMRU’ AL QAIS The Poet-Prince

Born in the 6th century A.D. in the Najd region, Imru’ Al Qais is considered by many to be one of the founding fathers of Arabic poetry.

Like many historic figures of ancient Arabia, due to a lack of a formal writing system and a heavy reliance on oral transmission of stories, the details of the life of Imru' Al Qais are hard to determine with certainty. But historians believe based on the content of his poems that he was born into royalty, in the house of the Kindah Kingdom's regent.

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He began composing poetry from his childhood days, an activity that was condemned by his father. In his poetry, he used language that was easy to understand. While the content of his poems have been criticized, the prose is widely praised.

He is the author of one of the odes in the Muallaqat, a compilation of Arabic literature attributed to seven famous Arabian poets.

His personal life was just as interesting

as his poems. He was sent in to exile by his father. While in exile he heard of his father's killing by the Asad tribe. He takes it on himself to avenge his father's death, which he managed to do after many years.

Imru’ Al Qais has been a source of literary and national inspiration for Arabic intellectuals all the way to the 20th century.

The inspiring story of Imru’ Al Qais. By Mohammed Mirza


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DARBAROlaya St.Tel: +966-11-2930249

INDIAN GARDENRiyadh GalleryTel: +966-11-2161112

INDIAN STYLESheikh AbdullahAl Angary St.Tel: +966-11-4561138

INDIAN SUMMERSuliamaniyahTel: +966-11-4652328

RED ONIONOlaya St. Tel: +966-11-2176644

TAMARINDPrince Faisal Bin Turki St.Tel: +966-11-4738770

MEXICAN BUFFALO’STahlia St.Tel: +966-11-2792123

EL CHICO’SExit 5Tel: +966-11-4640385

FAJITA AVENUEAl Hamra Tel: +966-11-4644999

TAKO HUTFaisaliyyah MallTel: 920000129

MIDDLE-EASTERN

ABDUL WAHABTahlia St.Tel: +966-11-2934111

QUATTROFour Seasons HotelTel: +966-11-2115599

ROMAMussa Bin Nusair St.Tel: +966-11-4641133

ROMA WAYAl Rabwah, Othaim Mall Tel: 920000129

MACARONI GRILLKing Abdullah Rd. Exit 5Tel: +966-11-4158322

ROSSOFour Seasons HotelTel: +966-11-2115500

ROSSOPOMODOROTahlia St.Tel: +966-11-2939565

SANTINO’S Hayat MallTel: +966-11-2057497

SPAZIO 7777th floor in Kingdom Tower Tel: +966-11-2111888Tel: +966-11-2111181

SQUISITOKing Fahad Rd., Across Ovotel Tel: +966-11-2160111

THE PIZZA COMPANYOlaya St. Tel: +966-11-4642952

VECCHIA ROMAAl Sulamaniyyah

Z PIZZAKing Abdullah Rd.Tel: +966-11-4881199

SAUDI

AL SUDDA Oruba St. Tel: +966-11-4800111

SHAWAYA HOUSE Khalid Bin Al Waleed St.Mob: +966-557819214

SHEIKH AL MANDY Dabab St.Tel: +966-11-4644099

INDIAN ALADDINKingdom CenterTel: +966-11-2112150

SEA FOOD

AMO HAMZAOlaya St.Tel: +966-11-2316148

DOEKing Abdullah St.Tel: +966-11-4887080

DR. OCEANTakhasoussi St.Tel: +966-11-4708647

FOUNTAIN FISHAl Malaz Dist.Tel: +966-11-2158888

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AIRLINES

AIR ARABIATel: 920013322www.airarabia.com

AIR CANADATel: +966-11-4772228www.aircanada.ca

AIR FRANCETel: +966-11-2885218www.airfrance.com

AIR INDIATel: +966-11-4786409www.airindia.com

AIR NIGERIATel: +966-11-4626165www.myairnigeria.com

AMERICAN AIRLINES–AATel: +966-11-4625993www.aa.com

BIMAN BANGLADESH AIRLINESTel: +966-11-4623537www.biman-airlines.com

BRITISH AIRWAYSTel: +966-11-4645550www.britishairways.com

CYPRUS AIRWAYSTel: +966-11-4640391www.cyprusair.com

DELTA AIRLINESTel: +966-11-4613688www.delta.com

EGYPT AIRTel: +966-11-4784004www.egyptair.com

EMIRATES AIRLINESTel: +966-11-4655485www.emirates.com

ETHIOPIAN AIRLINESTel: +966-11-4782140www.flyethiopian.com

ETIHAD AIRWAYSTel: +966-11-4197722www.etihadairways.com

GARUDA INDONESIATel: +966-11-2937690www.garuda-indonesia.com

GERMAN WINGS AIRLINESTel: +966-11-4632004www.germanwings.com

GULF AIRTel: +966-11-4626666www.gulfair.com

JAPAN AIRLINES–JALTel: +966-11-4645056www.jal.com

KENYA AIRWAYSTel: +966-11-4772228www.kenya-airways.com

KLM ROYAL DUTCH AIRLINESTel: +966-11-4771026www.klm.com

KOREAN AIRTel: +966-11-4658222www.koreanair.com

KUWAIT AIRWAYSTel: +966-11-4631218www.kuwait-airways.com

LUFTHANSATel: 8001245550www.lufthansa.com

MALAYSIA AIRLINESTel: +966-11-4784039www.malaysiaairlines.com

MIDDLE EAST AIRLINES Tel: +966-11-4614670www.mea.com.lb

NAS AIRTel: +966-11-2171800www.flynas.com

OLYMPIC AIRTel: +966-11-4644596www.olympicair.com

OMAN AIRTel: +966-11-4733133www.omanair.com

PAKISTAN INT’L AIRLINESTel: +966-11-4659600www.piac.com.pk

PHILIPPINE AIRLINES Tel: +966-11-2160530www.philippineairlines.com

QANTAS AIRWAYSTel: +966-11-4772228www.qantas.com.au

QATAR AIRWAYSTel: +966-11-21180424www.qatarairways.com ROYAL AIR MOROCCO Tel: +966-11-47741100www.royalairmaroc.com

ROYAL JORDANIAN Tel: +966-11-2180850www.rj.com

SAUDI ARABIAN AIRLINESTel: 920022222www.saudiairlines.com

SINGAPORE AIRLINESTel: +966-11-4734102www.singaporeair.com

SOUTH AFRICAN AIRWAYS – SAATel: +966-11-4633133www.flysaa.com

SRILANKAN AIRLINES www.srilankan.lk

SUDAN AIRWAYSTel: +966-11-4720040www.sudanair.com

SWISS AIRTel: +966-11-4789745www.swissair.com

TAM BRAZILIAN AIRLINESTel: +966-11-4633133www.tam.com.br

TAROM ROMANIAN AIRLINESTel: +966-11-5788935www.tarom.ro

THAI AIRWAYSTel: +966-11-4766766www.thaiairways.com

TUNIS AIRTel: +966-11-4626165www.tunisair.com

TURKISH AIRLINESTel: +966-11-4000287www.turkishairlines.com

UNITED AIRLINESTel: +966-11-4772228www.united.com

YEMENIA AIRWAYSTel: +966-11-4039282www.yemenia.com

TRAVEL AGENCIES

ABC TRAVEL AGENCY & CARGOTel: +966-11-4631600

ACE TRAVELTel: +966-11-4648701www.ace-travel.com

AL ABBAD TRAVELTel: +966-11-4778736

AL AHMADIAH TRAVELTel: +966-11-4656668

AL MOUWASAT TRAVELTel: +966-11-4160580

AL NAIEM TRAVEL & TOURISMTel: +966-11-4655698

AL RAJHI TRAVELTel: +966-11-4566900

AL RASHEED AWNINGS FACTORYTel: +966-11-4059031

AL ROMAIZAN TRAVEL AGENCYTel: +966-11-4652100www.romaizan.com

AL SARH TRAVEL & TOURISMTel: +966-11-4941111www.alsarh.com.sa

AL SAGER TRAVELTel: +966-11-4827979

AL SARAH TRAVELTel: +966-11-4647480

AL SARH TRAVELTel: +966-11-4627000

AL TASHELAT TRAVELS Tel: +966-11-4034477

AL TAYYAR TRAVELTel: +966-11-4633133www.altayyargroup.com

AMJAD TRAVEL & TOURISMTel: +966-11-41161737www.amjadtravel.com

FURSAN TRAVELTel: 920000442www.fursan.com.sa

HAYA TOUR Al Nozha Dist.Tel: +966-11-4507176

KINGDOM WINGS TRAVEL AGENCYTel: +966-11-4625544

MY HOLIDAY TRAVEL & TOURISMTel: 920010087www.myholiday.com.sa

RIXON TOUR NETWORKTel: 920029993www.myrtn.com

TOP TRAVELTel: +966-11-4641969

TRAVEL PORTTel: +966-11-4163810www.travelport.com ZAHRAN AIR TRAVEL & CARGO CO.Tel: +966-11-4659614

ZAMANI ART GALLERYKing Abdul Aziz Rd Tel: +966-11-4613057

ZEKRAYAT FRAMESTel: +966-11-4661196



COURTYARD RIYADH DIPLOMATIC QUARTERAl-Hada Dist., Abdullah bin Hothafa St. Tel: +966-11-2817300

CROWNE PLAZA HOTEL RIYADH MINHAOld Airport Rd.Tel: +966-11-8749200

FOUR SEASONS HOTELKingdom CenterTel: +966-11-2115000

GOLDEN TULIP ANDALUSIAOlaya Rd.Tel: +966-11-4611000

HOLIDAY INN RIYADH IZDIHARAbdulwahab Bin Abdullah St., Unit OneTel: +966-11-4625000

INTERCONTINENTAL RIYADHAl Maather St.Tel: +966-11-4655000

HOTELS

AL FAISALIAH HOTELKing Fahad Rd.Tel: +966-11-2732000

AL KHOZAMA HOTEL Olaya Rd. Tel: +966-11-4654650

AL MASHREQ BOUTIQUE HOTEL Orubah RoadTel: +966-11-2834777

BURJ RAFAL HOTEL KEMPINSKIKing Fahad RoadTel: +966-11-5117777

CORAL GULF RIYADHKing Abdul Aziz St., Ministries Area Tel: +966-11-4121000

CORP EXECUTIVE DEIRA HOTELAl Batha St.Tel: +966-11-4141500

LUTHAN HOTEL AND SPA A WOMEN ONLY HOTELOrubah Rd.Tel: +966-11-4807799

MADAREEM CROWN HOTELKing Khalid International Airport Rd.Tel: +966-11-2758888

MAKARIM RIYADH HOTELNear To King Khalid International AirportTel: +966-11-2204500

MENA GRAND - KHALDIAKhazzan St.(Immam Faisal bin Turki)Tel: +966-11-2682222

MERCURE VALUE HOTEL Exit 9, Eastern Ring Rd.,Close to Granada Center.Tel: +966-11-2773300

NOVOTEL ALANOUDKing Fahd Rd.Tel: +966-11-2882323

RADISSON BLU HOTELAl Mubarakiah Plaza -King Abdul Aziz St.Tel: +966-11-4791234

RIYADH MARRIOTT HOTELAl Maather St.Tel: +966-11-4779300

RIYADH PALACE HOTELMinistries AreaTel: +966-11-4054444

SHERATON RIYADH HOTEL & TOWERSOlaya Junction of King Fahad & King Abdullah Rd.Tel: +966-11-4543300

THE RITZ-CARLTON RIYADHHada Area, Makkah Rd.Tel: +966-11-8028020

VIVIENDA HOTEL VILLASPrince Turki StreetTel: +966-11-4002200Granada OasisTel: +966-11-5118000

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BEAUTY CLINICS

AL MANIHAL CENTER Diplomatic QuarterTel: +966-11-4881069

AL SAFEERAl Naseem Tel: +966-11-2050810

APOLLOTel: 920027070

AYAN CONSULTATIVE King Fahad Rd.Tel: +966-11-2725555

AYMA CONSULTATIVE King Abdullah Rd. Tel: +966-11-2635555

BEAUTY CORNERKing Fahad Rd.Mob: +966-543300557www.beautycorner.co

FOUR SALON & NAIL SPADiplomatic Quarter Tel: +966-11-2014444www.www.four.com.sa

MALESATakhassusi St.Tel: +966-11-4888831

MED ART CLINICSOlaya Main St.Tel: 920000045

OBAGI HOSPITALMakkah Rd.Tel: +966-11-4627111

PLATINIUMKhurais Rd.Tel: +966-11-2097777

THE BRITISH CENTERKing Fahad Rd.Tel: +966-11-2795555

CLINICS

ATTADAWE King Abdullah Rd. Tel: +966-11-2780211

CONSULTING CENTERTel: +966-11-4555545

CZECH CENTERInfront of King Saud UniversityTel: 920002737 Tel: + 966-11-4877855

DENTAL CLINICS

AAGI DENTAL CENTERTel: +966-11-2080107

DIMA DENTALTahlia St.Tel: +966-11-4661200

GAMA DENTAL CLINICKing Abdulaziz RoadTel: +966-11- 4542929Mob: +966-534542929

NOBLE SMILEAbdullah Al Angary St.Tel: +966-11-4197740

RAMAH DENTALTakhassusi St.Tel: +966-11-4800931

SANAYA DENTALTakhassusi St.Tel: +966-11-2174888

EYE CARE

AL HOKAMAMallazTel: +966-11-4797777

MENSHAF EYE CAREAl RawdaMob: +966-565869059

HOSPITALS

ABAS MEDICAL GROUPRawda-Hamra-DababTel: 920000172

ADMAMakkah Rd.Tel: +966-11-4660000

ALAMAL COMPLEX FOR MENTAL HEALTHAl Khuzami Dist. Tel: +966-11-4804548www.alamal.med.sa

AL FALAH INT’L Tel: +966-11-4463737www.alfalah.com.sa

AL HAMMADI HOSPITAL Khalid ibn Yazid Muawiyah St.Tel: +966-11-4643312www.hammadi.com

AL JAFEL HOSPITALWestern Ring Rd. Tel: +966-11-4322222www.aljafelhospital.com

AL MOUWASAT HOSPITAL Western Ring Rd., Exit 114Tel: +966-11-4455555

DALLAH HOSPITALTel: +966-11-4720777

DR. ABDUL RAHMAN AL MISHARI HOSPITALOlaya Dist.Tel: +966-11-4657700 http://drabdulrahmanalmishari.com.sa

DR. SULAIMAN AL HABIB Olaya Medical Complex Tel: +966-11-4622224www.drsulaimanalhabib.com

GREEN CRESCENTAbdul Malik Bin Marwan St. Tel: +966-11-4644434www.gch.com.sa

KING ABDULAZIZ UNIVERSITY King Abdul Aziz Rd.Tel: +966-11-4775524www.medicine.ksu.edu.sa

FITNESS CENTERS KIDS MY GYMPanorama MallTel: +966-11-42814870

MEN

ENT CENTERTakhassusi St.Tel: +966-11-4802229

MAYIEZ MEDICALOlaya Tel: +966-11-2169999

PEARL’S SMILESulaimaniyaTel: +966-11-4646334

RIYADH MEDICALOrouba St.Tel: +966-11-4653060

SAUDI SUGEONSTahlia St.Tel: +966-11-4653030

SSCTel: +966-11-2335000

URANUS MEDICALOrouba St.Tel: +966-11-4657000

WHITE WING MEDICAL Takhassusi St.Tel: +966-11-4834286

APPLE FITNESSTel: +966-11-4538800

BODY MASTERSTel: 920000626 Tel: +966-11-4875531

FITNESS TIMETel: 920003131

GOLD’S GYMTel: +966-11-6912077

LIFE FITNESSTel: +966-11-2061133

UP SCALE CLUBKing Fahad Rd.Tel: +966-11-4871502 WOMENAL MANIHAL CENTERDiplomatic QuarterTel: +966-11-4881069

AL MULTAKA LADIESTel: +966-11-4783388

CURVESOlaya St.Tel: +966-11-4633219

KINETICOTel: +966-11-2815595 Mob: + 966-530034010

LUTHAN HOTEL & SPATel: +966-11-4807799

LUMIEREOlayaTel: +966-11-2169030

NUYU FITNESSwww.nuyu-ksa.com

SCENTEDTel: +966-11-2112003

SPECTRUM Mob: +966-552007897Olaya Main St.

THE EYE CENTERTel: +966-11-4623094www.eyecenter.com.sa

YIBREENOff of Takhassusi St.Tel: +966-11-4411115



NATIONAL GUARD HEALTHKing Abdulaziz Medical CityTel: +966-11-8011111www.ngha.med.sa

OBIED SPECIALIZEDAl Farazdaq Rd.Tel: +966-11-4767222

PRINCE SULTAN CARDIAC CENTER Makkah Rd.Tel: +966-11-4783000www.pscc.med.sa

RIYADH CARE HOSPITALTel: +966-11-4933000www.riyadhcare.com

RIYADH MILITARYMakkah Rd.Tel: +966-11-4791000www.rmh.med.sa

S.B.HKing Fahad Rd.Tel: +966-11-4636666

SAUDI GERMAN HOSPITALS GROUPKing Fahad Rd.Tel: +966-11-2685555www.ryd.sghgroup.com.sa

SPECIALIZED M.C.H King Fahad Rd.Tel: +966-11-41164000

PHARMACIES

ADHWAA AL SEHA Takhassusi St.Tel: +966-11-4887455

AL DIMISHQIPrince Abdullah Rd.Tel: +966-11-4707887

AL FARABITakhassusi St.Tel: +966-11-4880843

AL HOZAIMIIbn Sulaiman Commercial CenterTel: +966-11-4722054

AL JAZAOlaya Main St.Tel: +966-11-4642072

AL LIZAMOlaya Main St.Tel: +966-11-4655595

AL MOWASA 3Prince Abdullah Rd.Tel: +966-11-4568598

AL MUTANABBI Jareer St.Tel: +966-11-2910981

AL OLAYAOlaya Main St.Tel: +966-11-46411501

AL RAJA NO 2Oruba St.Tel: +966-11-4624942

AL RAWABITakhassusi St.Tel: +966-11-4828028

AL RIYADHOruba St. Tel: +966-11-4643108

AL SAGGAFTakhassusi St.Tel: +966-11-4640716

AL SAGGAF 25Talatheen St.Tel: +966-11-4645274

AL SHAMEEAHTakhassusi St.Tel: +966-11-4880595

AL TERIAQ Prince Abdullah Rd.Tel: +966-11-4828289

AL THALATHEENTalatheen St.Tel: +966-11-4623529

AL SHAMSIAJamal CenterTel: +966-11-4057296

ARAC HEALTH CARETalatheen St.Tel: +966-11-4645107

ASIR PHARMACYPrince Abdullah Rd.Tel: +966-11-4811629

DAR AL DANAAbdullah Bin Sulaiman Al HamdanTel: +966-11-4643373

MAZIN PHARMACYOlaya Main St.Tel: +966-11-4624562

MEDICINE TIMEOlaya Main St.Tel: +966-11-4569140

MOHAMMMED AL HOZAIMIOruba St.Tel: +966-11-4628758

NABRA PHARMACYTakhassusi St.Tel: +966-11-4887329

NAZAAR PHARMACYAl Awais MarketTel: +966-11-4541408

NISSAH PHARMACYAl-Rajhi Five BuildingsTel: +966-11-4041573

NOORANA PHARMACY Al MalazTel: +966-11-4785006

OLAYA INTERNATIONALOlaya Main St.Tel: +966-11-4160349

PRINCE PHARMACYTalatheen St.Tel: +966-11-4611418

RAJAA PHARMACY 2Oruba St.Tel: +966-11-4624942

KING FAHAD MEDICAL CITY (KFMC) Makkah Rd.Tel: 8001277000

KINGDOM HOSPITAL Tel: +966-11-2751111

KING FAISAL SHRCAl Zahrawi St.Tel: +966-11-4647272www.kfshrc.edu.sa

KING KHALED EYE SPECIALIST HOSPITALOruba Branch St. Tel: +966-11-4821234www.kkesh.med.sa

KING SAUD MEDICAL CITYAl Imam Abdul Aziz ibn Saud St.Tel: +966-11-4355555www.ksmc.med.sa

MAGHRABI HOSPITAL Tel: +966-11-4455049www.maghrabi.com.sa

SULTAN BIN ABDULAZIZ HUMANITARIAN CITYExit 6 Tel: +966-11-5620000

RIYADH CORNERJareer St.Tel: +966-11-4780759

SARA SPECTRUM MEDICAL PHARMACYAkkariya BuildingsTel: +966-11-4601018

SHRAZADSitteen St.Tel: +966-11-4787047

UNIVERSITY PHARMACYAkkariya BuildingsTel: +966-11-4191944

UNIVERSITY (2)Oruba St.Tel: +966-11-4626338

WHITES PHARMACYTel: +966-11-2886877 / 4895994/ 4897750 / 4897751www.whites.net

WARDAT AL-OROBAOruba St.Tel: +966-11-4622904

ZAHRAT AL RAWDA PHARMACYPrince Abdullah Rd.Tel: +966-11-4804935

ZAHRAT SAMIOruba St.Tel: +966-11-4653060

MEDICAL & PHARMACEUTICAL SERVICEDabbab St.Tel: +966-11-4629680

NEO (NEOINTERNATIONAL)Olaya Main St.Tel: +966-11-4615089

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BANKS

AL INMA BANK Alanoud Tower Tel: +966-11-2185000www.alinma.com

AL JAZIRA BANK King Abdul Aziz Branch Rd. An Nafal Tel: +966-11-4317474www.baj.com.sa

AL RAJHI BANKUthman ibn Affan Rd Tel: +966-11-4603333www.alrajhibank.com.sa

ARAB NATIONAL BANK Arrwadah Tel: +966-11-4029000www.anb.com.sa

BANK AL BILAD Prince Bandar Bin Abdulaziz Tel: +966-11-4971905www.bankalbilad.com

BANQUE SAUDI FRANSI King Abdullah Rd Tel: +966-11-2899999 www.alfransi.com.sa

NATIONAL COMMERCIAL BANK Prince Sultan St Tel: 920001000 www.alahli.com

RIYADH BANK King Abdul Aziz Road, Al Murabba Tel: +966-11-4013030www.riyadbank.com

SABB Northern Ring Branch Rd Tel: +966-11-2764356www.sabb.com

SAMBAAlaqiq Dist. Tel: 8001242000www.samba.com

SAUDI HOLLANDI BANKPrince Sultan St Tel: +966-11-2548500 www.shb.com.sa

CAR RENTALS

AL FALAHTel: 920001678

AL MODDARRAJTel: +966-11-4779902

COMPOUNDS

ISHBILIATel: +966-11-2406000Mob: +966-593111389www.ksacompounds.com

AL HAMRA OASIS VILLAGETel: +966-11-2490440www.alhamra.com.sa

AL ISSA COMPOUNDTel: +966-11-4918400

AL JAZEERA BADERTel: +966-11-4921135www.badercompound.com

AL MANARTel: +966-11-2460100

AL MOHAEYATel: +966-11-4821222

AL MOSTAQBAL HOMESTel: +966-11-4816666www.almostaqbalhomes.com

AL NAKHEEL RESIDENCETel: +966-11-4704191

COURIER

ARABIAN HALATel: +966-11-4884887www.hala.com.sa

ARAMEXTel: +966-11-4160353www.aramex.com

BONITA VILLAGEMob: +966-597721361www.alwakkan.com

CORDOBA OASIS VILLAGETel: +966-11-24834711www.cordoba.com.sa

DELTA - 11 ESTATE -VILLAS ROSSASTel: +966-11-4803201

DELTA - 2 ESTATE - VILLAS ROSSASTel: +966-11-4804084

EID VILLASTel: +966-11-2483366www.eidvillas.com.sa

EURO COMPOUNDTel: +966-11-4780718

FAL COMPOUNDTel: +966-11-2490091www.falcompound.org

GRANADA VILLAGETel: +966-11-2488387

GREEN CITYOlaya - Rahmaniah Dist.Mob: +966-559623393www.gccompound.tripod.com

JADAWEL COMPOUNDTel: +966-11-2406000

KINGDOM CITYTel: +966-11-2750275www.kingdom-city.com

AL BUSTAN VILLAGETel: +966-11-2235192 [email protected]@al-bustan.net.sawww.albustanvillage.com

NAJD COMPOUNDTel: +966-11- 2481040

PALM COURTTel: +966-11-4850288

RANCO VILLAGETel: +966-11-4924411www.ranvil.com

RIYADH VILLAGEKhurais Road, off exit 36Tel: 08111010101 Mob: +966-541362462

ROC COMPOUNDTel: +966-11-2412800www.roc.com.sa

SAHARA TOWERSTel: +966-11-4625666

SEDER VILLAGETel: +966-11-2280000www.sedervillage.com

STAR COMPOUND VILLAS ROSSASTel: +966-11-4881139

VILLAS ROSAS AL-WADITel: +966-11-4881139http://villasrosasco.com

AVISTel: +966-11-4884887

BEST RENT A CARTel: 8001249955

BUDGETRiyadh AirportTel: +966-11-2201401

DIPLOMAT Khurais Rd.Tel: 920008008

EUROPCAR Al Ahsaa St.Tel: 920000153

FAZPrince Sultan St.Tel: +966-11-2912679

ICARTel: +966-11-4561099

SAJILTel: +966-11-4935222

THEEB RENT A CARKhurais Rd.Tel: 920000572

UBERApplication: Uber.com/[email protected]

AL OLA NO 7Tel: +966-11-4608095

AL RABWAAl Rabwa Area, Exit 14 close to Nahda Rd.Mob: +966-544096296www.almutlaq.com

AL RAYAN RESIDENTIAL Tel: +966-11-2089027

AL WAHA VILLAGE VILLAS ROSSASTel: +966-11-4864711

AL YAMAMA VILLAGETel: +966-11-4012550

ARAB INVESTMENT Tel: +966-11-4823444

ARIZONA GOLF RESORTTel: +966-11-2484444www.agr.com.sa

ASASCO VILLAGETel: +966-11-4199000

BARADA VILLAGE ARABIAN HOMESTel: +966-11-4541888www.arabian-homes.com



KINDERGARTENS

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BIRDS OF HOPE

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BRITISH ISLAMIC

Tel: +966-11-4649666

www.britishislamic

school.com

BUSYBEE

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DAZZLING STARS

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FIRST STEP

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KIDS WORLD

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PLAY HOUSE

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SM NURSERY

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SUPER KIDS

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www.superkidseducation

center.com

TARBIA PRE-SCHOOL

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TINY TOTS

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TWINKLE

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WHITE ROSE PLAY

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DHL WORLDWIDE EXPRESSTel: +966-11-4654200www.dhl.com.sa

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AL ALAMEEN INT’LTel: +966-11-4649666

AL AMJAD NATIONALTel: +966-11-2494188

AL ANDALUS NATIONALTel: +966-11-4936585

AL KHALEEJ NATIONALTel: +966-11-2012112

AL OLAYA NATIONALTel: +966-11-4538867

AL ROWAD INT’Lwww.rowad-is.com

AMERICAN INT’LMob: +966-567990096www.aisr.org

AMIDEAST AMERICA-MIDEAST EDUCATIONAL & TRAINING SERVICES Tel: +966-11-4838800www.amideast.org

ALLIANCE FRANÇAISED’ARABIE SAOUDITE Men,s Section: Tel: +966-11-2816539 / 40Women Section: Tel: +966-11-2817178www.af-ksa.com

CAMPUS FRANCE IN RIYADH Tel: +966-11-434 4195Website: campusfrance.org

BRITISH INTERNATIONALTel: +966-11-2482387www.britishschoolriyadh.com

DAR AL MAAREFAHTel: +966-11-2314010

ÉCOLE FRANÇAISE INTERNATIONALE DE RIYADwww.efi-riyad.com

EDUCON STUDY ABROADTel: 920001338

ELITE INTERNATIONALTel: +966-11-4627224

FURSAN AL JAZEERAHTel: +966-11-5457505

FUTURE WINDOWTel: +966-11-2063371http://fwis.edu.sa/

INTERNATIONAL INDIANBOYS SECTIONTel: +966-11-4934688www.iisriyadh.com

GIRLS SECTIONTel: +966-11-2323248

KING FAISAL SCHOOLTel: +966-11-4820802www.kfs.sch.sa

KING SAUD INT’LTel: +966-11-4633180www.ksischool.com

KINGDOM SCHOOLTel: +966-11-2755555www.kingdomschools.edu.sa

MANAHEL AL ELMTel: +966-11-4770419

MANARAT AL RIYADHTel: +966-11-4509916http://maarif.com.sa

MIDDLE EAST MODERN EDUCATIONTel: +966-11-4622815

NAJD NATIONALTel: +966-11-4914434

NOUR AL MAAREF RIYADHTel: +966-11-4028411www.riyadhschools.edu.sa

SAUDI ARABIA MULTINATIONALTel: +966-11-2751751www.mns-r.com

UNIVERSITIES AL FAISAL UNIVERSITY

Tel: +966-11-4401626

www.alfaisal.edu

AL NAMUTHAJIGAH CAMPUSTel: 920000842

AL YAMAMAH UNIVERSITYTel: +966-11-2242222www.yu.edu.sa

ARAB OPEN UNIVERSITYTel: +966-11-2742277www.arabou.org.sa

DAR AL ULOOM Tel: +966-11-4949000www.dau.edu.sa

IMAM MUHAMMAD IBN SAUD ISLAMICTel: +966-11-2580000www.imamu.edu.sa

INSTITUTE OF PUBLIC

ADMINISTRATIONTel: +966-11-4740412www.ipa.edu.sa

KING SAUD UNIVERSITY Tel: +966-11-4670000www.ksu.edu.sa

KING SAUD BIN ABDULAZIZ UNIVERSITY FOR HEALTH SCIENCESTel: +966-11-2521300

MUNISIYA CAMPUS Tel: 920000183

OLAYA/QUATOBA CAMPUS Tel: 920000182

PRINCE SULTAN UNIVERSITY Tel: +966-11-4948000www.psu.edu.sa

PRINCESS NORA BIN ABDULRAHMAN UNIVERSITY +966-11-2297290www.pnu.edu.sa

RIYADH COLLEGE OF DENTISTRY AND PHARMACY www.riyadh.edu.sa


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