Lady Bird Magazine

April
June 2015
2015
Fashion & Lifestyle
Innovative
Ramadan Home
Decorations
Cannes 2015
Dazzling Dressed
Celebs on the Red
Carpet
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The Power of
Mint for a
perfect skin
The Ugly
Truth About
Workaholics
Spice up Your Style with Elegant
Outfits for This Season
Now open
at MADINATY FOOD COURT
Contents
June 2015
Fashion
10 LB Loves: Fendi’s
Spring/Summer 2015
Campaign
12 Steal Genevieve
Hannelius’s Style
18 Shopping Pages: Get
The 2015 Summer Look
20 The Conservative Yet
Cool Closet
22 Best Outfits to Wear This
Season
24 Cannes 2015 Best
Dressed Celebs on The
Red Carpet
26 PHOTOSHOOT:
Insanely Mind-blowing
Chic Outfits for Summer
2015
BEAUTY
32 The Power of Mint
33 Beauty Hacks Every
Lazy Girl Should Know
34 Best Hair Masks for Dry,
Brittle, and Damaged
Hair
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Faces of EGYPT
36 Heba Serag Eldin:
Founder of Fashion
Garage
Home
40 Innovative Ways to
Decorate Your Home
in Ramadan
42 7 Common Decorating
Mistakes You Should
Avoid
ESCAPE
44 Ramadan’s Sohour and
Iftar Venues
Health
50 Simple Ways to Improve
Posture at Work
FITNESS
54 8 Exercises You Can Do
on The Treadmill
Nutrition
57 Blending Vs. Juicing:
Which One Is Better?
Tips For a Healthy
Ramadan
58 Tips For a Healthy
Ramadan
Cooking
62 Recipes Around The
World
64 Healthy Summer Drink
Recipes
LOVE &
RELATIONSHips
66
“Wheel-of-Com…”
Let’s Play Relationship
Harmony with Our
10-Letter Word Game!
Mother&Child
68 Mother of Twins…A
Bless or a Curse?
Features
70 The Ugly Truth About
Workaholics
On Spot
80 Cairo Fashion Festival Season 4 Egypt’s
Wedding Destination
81 Jumia Chic Asfour Award Winners Create
a New Shoot for Fashion Elites
82 Nissan PlayStation GT Academy Set
For The Biggest Event in 2015/ Doritos
Celebrates “The Avengers” Premiere
Amid Spectacular Turnout
83 OYSHO Celebrates The Launch of OYSHO
Moments SS15 Collection
84 City Centre Maadi Celebrates Spring with
Renowned Fashion & Beauty Experts
85 Charms JW Ladies Society Event
“Different Minds, Different Genders”
86 Massimo Dutti Celebrates SS15 Collection
at CFC
87 Marriott International Reaffirms Its
Commitment to Egypt with #Activ8egypt
Campaign/ Eat All You Can at Filini Italian
Brunch, Radisson Blu Hotel Cairo
88 SODIC Celebrates Westown Hub Grand
Opening During a Two Day Spring
Festival/ Mercedes-Benz Egypt Hosts its
7th Round of The Mercedes Trophy at The
Sokhna Golf Club
90 InterContinental Cairo Citystars Hosts
Media Figures for an Italian Cooking
Class/ Centrepoint Launches a New
Branch at Mall of Egypt
91 Hers Celebrates its Third Anniversary at
Dusit Thani LakeView
92 Golden Home Kitchen Celebrates Its
Grand Opening
In every issue:
Editor’s Letter P.8
Shopping Cart P.14
Fashion News p.16
Spotted P.31
Pieces we love P.38
Ladybird’s Q&A P.52
Why eat this? P.60
The best, the top & the must
do! P.72
Reviews P.73
Horoscope P.76
Happenings P.78
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Contributors
Heba Ezz
Lauren K. Clark
Writer
A graduate student at the
American University in Cairo, from
Atlanta, Georgia. She completed
her undergraduate studies at
Spelman College. Her areas
include anywhere from fashion,
beauty, women's studies, travel,
and multiple others. She enjoys
living and experiencing all of the
beauties and essence of life.
For advice, please contact:
[email protected]
Cooking Expert
She has lived most of her life
abroad between Rome and
London were her love for cooking all started there. She studied fine
arts and nutrition, in which she
beleives that they both compliment
each other, as she defines
cooking as an art. Recently joined
CBC channel in a cooking show.
Contributors Pages:
• 20 The Conservative Yet
Cool Closet by Ghadir
Alagabany
• 42 7 Common Decorating
Mistakes You Should Avoid
by Sally El Bardesy
• 58 Tips for a Healthy
Ramadan by Noura
Hassaballa
• 62 Recipes Around the
World by Heba Ezz
• 66 “Wheel-of-Com…” Let’s
Play Relationship Harmony
with Our 10-Letter Word
Game! by Lauren K. Clark
Ghadir Al agabany
Fashion Marketing Consultant
She has an extended diversified
experience in fashion business,
commerce and retail.
For advice, please contact:
[email protected]
alagabany.com
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Noura Hassaballa
Nutritional Consultant
Bachelor of Science in dietetics &
nutrition, Northern Illinois University,
USA. With great passion, she
decided to pursue her successful
career here in Egypt as a nutritionist,
with the mission of raising awareness
for a better healthy eating, in addition
to being one of the presenters of Dr.
Chef on MBC 4. Noura is also the
founder of diet rite nutrition center.
For more advice, please contact:
[email protected]
Facebook: Noura Hassaballa
Sally El Bardesy
Interior and Furniture
Designer
For advice, please contact:
[email protected]
Facebook:
Inbox - the pampered little storage
Always a
Fighter…
I am living in a world with diminutive
compassion, forgiveness, acceptance,
tolerance, and love.
A world that is getting more congested,
complicated, and burdened with winds,
that nothing seems to be going right
anymore.
Though being strong might be the only
option left to survive life’s continuous
battles, I feel able to persevere through
severe misfortunes with a soul of a warrior.
Yes, I am a fighter because my own strength
outweighs my greatest weakness. I do not
surrender to life’s hardships as I got the guts to
do what it takes to taste the sweetness of triumph.
But above all, I do not lose faith in humanity.
As the holy month of Ramadan approaches and showers
us with its spirituality, I find it the right time for all people
alike to nurture positive qualities, such as forgiveness,
acceptance, compassion, and love. We must watch out for
our blind spots and bring them to light, to alternate the wrong
actions with better norms and lifestyles and to enlighten the
crowd with our light, even in the midst of darkness.
Instead of losing hope in our beloved country and escaping to another
continent, why don’t we work on ourselves and repay the good deed
to others to spread positiveness and morals for the welfare of the
community.
I believe that we are all fighters and that we can all contribute to the
society through small acts of love and gratitude, because we should never
stop believing in humanity, hope, and GOD.
Happy Ramadan
Christine Kassasseya
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Fashion
LADYBIRD LOVES
FENDI’S
SPRING/SUMMER 2015 CAMPAIGN
T
This season’s awe-inspiring campaign
from Fendi takes on penthouse style with
valiant, enigmatic, and doll-like models
Lindsey Wixson and Binx Walton.
Creative director Karl Lagerfeld captured
distinctive shots of the pair poolside in a
luxurious penthouse while clasping vibrant
clutches and wearing colorful prints, fur
embellishments, and ombre details. The
models were hardly noticeable with big
retro curls and over-exaggerated bold
smokey eyes.
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June 2015 | 11
Fashion
Steal
genevieve Hannelius’s
*All prices are subject to change
Style!
Ted Baker
Electra Floral
Clutch Bag
EGP 915
CHANEL
ROUGE COCO SHINE
HYDRATING SHEER
LIPSHINE
EGP 300
Jessica Simpson Salemm
Caged Sandals
Magenta suede
EGP 800
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Alice + Olivia Mai
Lavender Leather
Handkerchief Maxi
Dress
EGP 4,800
Fashion
*All prices are subject to change
TAMARA MELLON
COTTON-BLEND CROP TOP
MYTHERESA.COM
EGP 2, 733
MIRIAM HASKELL
PEARL FLOWER BRACELET CLASP
LANECRAWFORD.COM
EGP 3, 660
AQUAZZURA
WILD THING SUEDE
SANDALS
MYTHERESA.COM
EGP 4, 835
ISABEL MARANT
ANDY EMBROIDERED
SILK WRAP SKIRT
MYTHERESA.COM
EGP 4, 036
TORY BURCH
‘ROBINSON STITCHED’
SHOULDER BAG
FARFETCH.COM
EGP 2, 890
TORY BURCH
SLEEVELESS JUMPSUIT
FARFETCH.COM
EGP 2, 684
MICHAEL KORS
PERFORATED PLAYSUIT
FARFETCH.COM
EGP 7, 458
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN
STUDDED BROW BAR SUNGLASSES
LANECRAWFORD.COM
EGP 3, 127
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Fendi
MEDIUM 2JOURS TOTE
FARFETCH.COM
EGP 10, 576
FASHION NEWS
H&M Debuts At Metropolitan Museum
of Art Costume Institute Benefit 2015
H&M collaborated with fashion icon Sarah Jessica
Parker, and in honor of their first time taking a
table adorned celebrity guests in custom H&M
looks including Vanessa Hudgens, Janelle Monae,
Banks, and Odell Beckham Jr. Inspired by this year’s
exhibition theme, “China: Through the Looking
Glass”, H&M’s design team created one-of-a-kind
looks in collaboration with each of its guests. The
designs honor each individual’s unique personal style
and features intricate detailing such as hand done
beading and embroideries, and design elements such
as pleating inspired by the folds of a fan.
Malak El Ezzawy Launches
‘Just Like Mommy’ New
Collection
Egyptian fashion designer Malak El Ezzawy
launched an impressive and creative collection.
Just Like Mommy collection extends fashion
to the cute little ones in a remarkable
campaign, starring jewelry designer Hana
El Awadi and her cute child in a number
of adorable matching fashionable styles,
including tulle red skirts, feminine hair
ribbons, and summerish white tees.
Rouge COCO: The Iconic
Mademoiselle’s Favorite Lipstick
by Chanel
The ROUGE COCO formula is entirely revamped
for even more gentleness, comfort, radiance, and
melt-away quality. After measuring the perceptible and
visible sensorialily according to different composition
parameters, CHANEL Research selected the ideal
texture, the perfect balance between expectation, feel
and the result upon use. The outcome is a formula
that integrates a “three-dimensional” hydrating and
comforting complex, the Hydraboost complex, at
the heart of ROUGE COCO. Perfect application,
brilliant colors, an impeccable finish... ROUGE
COCO takes the fuss out of lipstick application.
There is no need to be an expert. It is so simple to
use that, since its creation in 2010, it has become
the lipstick of all women; from diehard lip-gloss fans
to timid makeup users who dream of seduction.
The new campaign features beautiful actress, Keira
Knightley, in a red COCO lipstick.
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Fashion
Get The 2015
Summer Look
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hipanema
With the seventies influences from
this season’s International runways to
Ramadan’s fashion trends by prominent
local designers, it is crystal clear that this
month is turning into a fashion blast! So
stay a step ahead as we present a roundup of the latest fashion trends to try on
Suhoor and Iftar timings.
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H&M
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ULTIMATE FASHION WEAR
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DT BLING
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June 2015 | 19
Fashion
The Conservative Yet
Cool Closet
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BY: Ghadir Al agabany
Ramadan is a splashing museum of ethnic wear; a wonderful time of the year where
people enjoy a fabulous festivity through refreshing their furniture, wardrobe, and
even culinary experiences. It is the annual pre-Ramadan splurge, where people invite
their friends over for a wonderful Iftar buffet, attend marvellous nights while listening
to oud and enjoying hookah, invest in Islamic home accessories and decorations, and
distribute time, happiness, and gifts among the unprivileged.
For the past few years, boutiques and multibrand stores started to create a huge buzz
around Ramadan’s capsule collections. This
was a reaction call to satisfy the growing
demand of a new closet for 30 days of
major outings.
For an oblivious, unknown reason, we tend
to go oriental in our selection of outfits
during the holy month of Ramadan. I guess
it’s related to our inner cultural belonging.
Therefore, going conservative yet cool is
absolutely comprehendible and doable. It is
possible to look HAUTE not HOT.
Although the Abayas are hot sellers this
month, it’s good to know that Abayas were,
are, and will never be out of fashion. Abaya
is a full length, sleeveless outer garment
that is worn by some Muslim women,
and it presents extreme diversification of
the Islamic outfit, the country-side rural
costume, the home lounge wear, and all the
way to the hippies 70s kaftan style. They
are all randomly named under Abayas;
however, their literate fashion terminology
is otherwise more identifiable.
Valentino, Roberto Cavalli, Missoni, and
DKNY are some of the few global designers
that constantly promote diverse cultural
trends, including bohemian, Hispanic,
African, oriental, and Bedouin.
Benjabi’s long maxi skirts, loose sheer pants,
trendy cropped culottes, full pleated skirts,
kaftans, kimonos, cardigans with special art
and craft creations are also found in many
Egyptian designers’ collections this June
2015.
Go ahead, dress the character of Ramadan;
precious praying, glorious goodness, valued
habits, healthy cooking, generous giving,
family and friends gatherings, and a closet
loaded with outfits for this special occasion.
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Fashion
BEST OUTFITS TO
WEAR THIS Season
CASUAL CLOTHING
ISABEL MARANT
EMBROIDERED WAISTCOAT
DOLCE & GABBANA
FLORAL TROUSERS
GIVENCHY
GIORGIO ARMANI
RALPH LAUREN
ETRO
FLOWER PANTS
PAROSH
CROCHETED
TROUSERS
VALENTINO
SUEDE SANDALS
DRESSES
MIU MIU
LEATHER SHOULDER BAG
ETRO
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RALPH LAUREN
SAINT LAURENT
CLASSIC SHOULDER
BAG
ETRO
PRINTED DRESS
ELIE SAAB
JUMPSUITS
VICTORIA BECKHAM
LEATHER TOTE
MULBERRY
LEATHER TOTE
ELIE SAAB
VERSACE.
ANNA SUI
ELIE SAAB
GIANVITO ROSSI
SUEDE SANDALS
LOOSE PANTS
ALICE + OLIVIA
SAINT LAURENT
BLUE CAMERA BAG TAMRA BRODERIE
TOP
BALMAN
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN
KATE SUEDE PUMPS
GUCCI
LEATHER HIGH TOP
SNEAKERS
FENDI
BALMAN
June 2015 | 23
Fashion
2015
CANNES
Best Dressed Celebs
on the Red Carpet
Charlize Theron in Christian Dior
Julianne Moore in
Armani Prive’
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Natalie Portman in Dior
Doutzen Kroes in Atelier Versace
Lupita Nyong’o in Gucci
Naomi Watts in Elie Saab
Aishwarya Rai in Ralph & Russo
Katrina Kaif in elie saab
Natasha Poly
in Atelier Versace
Araya A.Hargate in Ashi Studio
June 2015 | 25
Fashion
Insanely Mind-blowing
Chic Outfits for Summer
2015
26 |June 2015
Photo shoot credits:
designer: Norine Farah
Photographer: Abu Samra
Hair: Rafi Toma
Makeup: Mahmoud Rashad
Stylist: Farah el Sayed
Accessories: Dima Rashid
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30 |June 2015
SPOTTED
CELEBS LATEST NEWS & GOSSIP
IT’S OFFICIAL: Mark Wright and Michelle Keegan are
FINALLY Pronounced Husband and Wife
Mark Wright and Michelle Keegan have finally tied the knot in a
stunning £1million ceremony. They were officially pronounced
husband and wife in one of the biggest celebrity weddings of the
year. The dazzling Michelle Keegan kept her groom and guests
waiting for 30 minutes before making her wonderful entrance in a
classic white car decorated with white ribbons. The couple, along
with hundreds of guests, left St Mary’s Church in Bury St Edmunds,
Suffolk, just before 4.30pm for a grand reception at Tudor mansion
Hengrave Hall.
Legendary Actor Omar
El Sharif is Suffering from
Alzheimer’s Disease.
In an interview with Spanish
newspaper El Mundo, Tarek
Omar El Sharif revealed that the
83-year-old actor is struggling
with memory problems, which
forced him to retire from the
acting industry. Tarek expressed
his concern about his father’s
illness for the past three years;
explaining that he keeps on
confusing movies and constantly
asks for his wife, who passed
away this year. It is worth
mentioning that Omar El Sharif
earned his fame for his role in
1962’s Lawrence of Arabia.
Myleene Klass is SINGLE
Again: Singer Splits with
Mystery Hunk Boyfriend of
a Year
Only two months ago, Myleene was
enjoying a romantic holiday with her
ex boyfriend in Cape Town and the
couples looked perfect together, but it
seems that some problems arose. Her
ex boyfriend was her first love since
her marriage to Graham Quinn, who
left her heartbroken three years ago.
To surpass this ugly phase, Myleene
is focusing on daughter Ava, 7, and
Hero, 4.
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Beauty
The Power of Mint
As a scented element, mint can soothe your senses and provide an amiable aroma to many products. But
mint has much more to offer than these qualities. It acts as a natural inflammation fighter that loosens up
dead skin cells, prevents pores from clogging, and heals acne and pimples. With the potential benefits to
your skin, mint is a natural miraculous ingredient you may want to try in the following skin care products.
JULEP MINT
CREAM FOR
FEET
ORIGINS
REJUVENATING
SERUM AND
TREATMENT
LOTION
VICTORIA SECRET
SNOW MINT
FRAGRANCE
C.O. BIGELOW
MENTHA LIP
SHINE
ELEMIS DEVILS
MINT BODY
SCRUB
THE BODY SHOP
PEPPERMINT
SOOTHING
PUMICE FOOT
SCRUB
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BATH & BODY
WORKS DEEP
CLEANSING
HAND SOAP
Beauty
Beauty Hacks Every
Lazy Girl Should Know
W
ant to look gorgeous in the
least time possible? Here are
genius and effortless beauty hacks
that will fix any hitch easily.
Skin
• For a broken blusher, mix powder
with salty water and fix it with a
knife.
• Treat pesky pimples, redness, or
inflammation with yogurt and
honey mask.
• Use coconut oil to remove your
make-up instead of commercial
products full of chemicals.
• Mix a paste of baking soda and
water to remove tan stains.
• Remove a shiny T-zone
(forehead, nose, and chin) with
hand sanitizer.
• Soften hard skin by putting your
feet in half a cup of Listerine, half
a cup of vinegar, and one cup of
warm water for 30 minutes.
Eyes
• You can easily re-wet your old
mascara with salty water.
• Place a spoon over your lid when
applying the mascara to avoid
any smudges.
• Use a credit card over your eyes
to get the perfect eyeliner.
• For a smoky rock 'n' roll eye, heat
the tip of a kohl pencil with a
lighter and place it on your eyes.
Lips
• For dry and cracked lips, either
use a teabag or mix your lip gloss
with some peppermint oil.
• If you want to fake fuller lips,
apply light pencil in the center of
your lips and slightly blend with
your finger.
• To make your lipstick last all
day, place a tissue over your lips
and cover your lips with semi
transparent powder.
Nails
• Revive your nail polish with hot
water.
• Fix a broken nail with a teabag
instead of trimming it.
• Put just-painted nails in cold
water to dry them fast.
Hair
• Make your blow-dry last longer
with baking soda.
• Add volume to your roots by
putting some eye shadow that
matches with your hair color on
the hairline.
• To have a longer and thicker
ponytail, divide your hair into
two ponytails.
• If you get a sudden attack of
dandruff, add two aspirin into
your shampoo.
• Refresh oily hair with hairspray
or dry shampoo on cold days.
DID YOU KNOW
Rubbing deodorant
on your heels may
prevent any sort of
pain when wearing a
new pair of shoes.
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Beauty
Hair
Best
Hair
Masks
for Dry, Brittle, and Damaged Hair
D
DIY hair mask is an easy
way to revamp your hair lost
luster, without suffering from
hefty cost on commercial hair
products that comprise of
damaging chemicals. There
are many humble ingredients
that are available in your
kitchen that can repair split
ends, hair breakage, and
unhealthy glow. We’ve got
you covered with homemade
natural hair treatments to
liven-up and flourish your dry,
brittle, and damaged hair.
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Banana and Honey
Smoothie Mask
Banana prevents split ends and
softens the elasticity of your hair.
Mixing banana with nourishing
elements like egg, honey, milk, and
olive oil can nourish your hair with
essential nutrients, leaving it strong
and healthy.
Ingredients:
• 1 banana, mashed
• 1 egg
• 2 tbsp. milk
• 3 tbsp. honey
• 5 tbsp. olive oil
Blend all ingredients mentioned
above in a small bowl. Apply the
mask to your hair, leave for about 30
minutes, and then wash with a very
mild shampoo.
Almond Milk and
Coconut Oil Mask
The main cause of dry hair is the lack
of moisture and nutrients. Essential
oils, such as almond and coconut,
can stimulate the sebaceous glands
in the scalp, and thereby moisturize
the hair and give a beautiful glow.
Ingredients:
• 5 tbsp. almond milk
• 2 tbsp. coconut oil
• 1 egg white
Blend all ingredients in a bowl,
distribute evenly among your hair,
and brush with a thick comb. Leave
overnight and wash off with mild
shampoo. Use thrice a week for
optimum results.
Avocado and Banana
Mask
Avocado contains healing nutrients
that will deeply moisture and
nourish your hair. Banana and
avocado together can hence make a
flawless home remedy for damaged
hair.
Ingredients:
• 1 banana, mashed
• 1 avocado, mashed
• 1 tbsp. wheat germ oil
• 1 tbsp. yogurt
In a blender, combine all ingredients
together until smooth. Massage the
tasty smoothie on your hair and
leave for 15 minutes. Wash your hair
well with mild shampoo.
Aloe Vera and Olive
Oil Mask
Aloe vera contains ingredients that
have miraculous effects on hair, skin,
and health. Its terrific moisturizing
properties can make your hair soft
and lustrous.
Ingredients:
• 4 tbsp. olive oil
• 5 tbsp. aloe vera
• 1 egg yolk
In a bowl, mix all components
together. Smear on your hair and
leave for 4 hours or overnight. Wash
off with mild shampoo and repeat
this treatment every few days.
Henna and Lavender
Oil Mask
Henna promotes hair growth,
reduces hair fall, removes dandruffs,
and heals scalp glitches. Henna can
also be used as a natural coloring
element if mixed with other herbs,
such as hibiscus, anise, coffee beans,
and turmeric.
Ingredients:
• 100 grams of henna
• 1 cup yogurt
• 2 tbsp. lavender oil
• 1 capsule vitamin E, mashed
• ½ cup water
In a bowl, mix henna with water,
and gradually add yogurt, lavender
oil, and vitamin E. Combine all
ingredients well and leave aside
for one hour. Using plastic gloves,
distribute the mask evenly, cover
with a towel, and leave for 4 hours
or overnight. Wash with shampoo
twice and apply conditioner to
facilitate its removal.
Daily Hair Care Tips
for Damaged Hair
1.Avoid harsh shampoos and
chemical hair dyes that can
damage your hair.
2.Trim off split ends to prevent
them from spreading up the hair
strand.
3.Condition your hair regularly to
nourish and moisturize your hair
and protect it from splitting.
4.Don’t overexpose your hair to
sun, as it will dry it out. Apply
protective lotions and serums.
5.Brush your hair carefully and
delicately when it is dry.
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Faces of Egypt
In your opinion, how can the art
of giving become a lifestyle for
Egyptians? In other words, how
can Egyptians contribute to the
welfare of society?
I think that every individual ought to contribute by any
means necessary; whether financially by helping out
charitable organizations and funding youth projects
or emotionally by supporting such organizations and
even visiting and promoting places that are charitable
related. There are endless of activities to do, you just
need to make sure that the effort you exert is invested
and channeled in the right direction.
Heba Serag Eldin
Founder of Fashion
Garage
Tell us a little bit about yourself
and fashion background?
My educational background was quite irrelevant to
fashion, as I received a Bachelor degree in Political
Science with specialization in International Law and a
Minor in Arts from The American University in Cairo.
But my passion to the fashion world started at a very
young age, when I used to attend fashion shows with
my mother.
How did the fashion garage all
started?
Starting up Fashion Funds was inevitable; for I am fond
of nothing more than hosting and organizing special
events and parties. But Fashion Garage idea came up
when I hosted a fashion bazaar for our Fashion Garage
designers and thankfully it yielded great success and
positive feedback, which enthused me to establish
a company solely for fashion and life style events’
management.
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Tell us more about Fashion Garage’s
charity part.
Basically we donate a percentage of our outcome to
trustable charitable organizations. Last year we donated
to Ashmoun Hospital in Al Monefeya district for the
Children’s department; whilst this year we donated to
The Right to Live organization for the intellectually
disabled.
Apart from business matters, what
are the hottest trends for this
season and which styles do you
admire the most?
Floral patterns, co-ords, wide legged pants, denim over
denim, midi shorts/skirts/dresses, fringes everything
from skirts, kimonos to bags and even gladiators. My
favorite trend though would be co-ords, especially the
matching ones.
If you would give one piece of advice
to all readers, what would it be?
Stick to what suits you and what promotes your identity;
not all that is trending is suitable for you. Find what
suits you and own your look because your outfit should
represent your unique personality and nothing else.
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Innovative Ways
to Decorate Your
Home in
Ramadan
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Keep the tradition and memories
alive each year by creating an
exquisite Ramadan ambiance.
Celebrate the glorious holy
month and embellish your home
with unique pieces to get you into
the mood. Here is a list of mindblowing ideas for your home.
Brighten up your home with
decorative lanterns or use
pretty string lights around the
stairs, walls, or mantle place.
Paper ball lanterns are a fun way to
decorate your home with.
Crescent moon balloon is a great
choice for Ramadan spirit.
Add glitter to “Ramadan Mubarak”
sign and place it on your doorstep or
anywhere inside your home.
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Make up your own colorful paper lanterns
with your kids to add a joyful spirit to your
home.
Opt for lanterns
with candles;
they never
get old and
they convey
a traditional
theme.
Serve some moon-shaped
biscuits to your children, guests,
and the unfortunate. They look
tempting and yummy!
Let your kids make up a paper
mosque or buy it to decorate
your exceptional table.
Don’t forget to add some moonshaped or lantern-shaped table
covers.
Create your own moon-shaped
decoration by gathering up some
balls or you can buy a moonshaped pillow from any store.
These innovative candles
also communicate an
outstanding spirit for your
home.
These lamps offers a one of a
kind look for your table with
moon shape or lantern shape or
star shape.
Set a red cover on your rounded
table with colorful Ramadan prints.
You may add a few thematic
accessories like vases with some
stars and crescent moon that
would create a superb look.
Serve your tea or coffee in these
exotic cups.
For more of Ramadan spirit,
choose some plates with “Ramadan
Kareem” or moon-shaped to add an
ideal visual appeal to your food.
For a fresh, yet a modern
touch, hang up a calendar
inspired by Ramadan.
Surprise your kid
with a moon-shaped
special bed. It is
insanely beautiful.
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Home
7 Common Decorating Mistakes
You Should Avoid
BY: Sally El Bardesy
Very Dark Walls
A lot of people think dark colors
embrace an elegant look and effect;
however, erroneous wall paintings
may become somber and scary.
To enjoy a posh modern palette
of dark shades, you should either
have spacious rooms or adjust the
lighting so that it would give the
desired effect.
Dark Furniture and
Light Floors
If you prefer dark furniture or
dark walls, usually we ask for a
balance. To avoid excessive drama,
it is imperative to use light colors
somewhere to maintain a visual
healthy room. I highly advise you
not to use light color for the floors.
A visual balanced place is dark
down and light up as dark colors are
considered heavy weight.
Heavy Curtains
In countries where ‘summer time’ conquers
most of the year, it is meaningless to decorate
rooms with layered curtains, as they will cut out
sunlight and block air. On the contrary, a single
layer of light fabric sheer curtain is always a
good option for a clear, soothing ambiance in
your home.
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Excessive Glass Objects in Small
Areas
We all love to decorate our home with objects made of glass
and crystals, which is why it is vital to display them in riskless
areas to avoid any damage or loss. You may exhibit your
glass collection in a vitrine or a side table.
Direct Lighting
Direct lighting is when you expose full lighting recourse in
the room. Lampshades and embedded lights are considered
as indirect lighting. Indirect lighting is less exhausting and
more pleasing in any room. It’s known to be more irritating
to use direct light specially spotlights and very obvious light
bulbs.
Insufficient Storage
It is common among many houses to find
belongings scattered everywhere due to lack of
a proper storage room or area in each room.
Instead of having a room or attic full of clutter,
dedicate some time to find a suitable spot to
design a new storage area, which will make your
home more neat and spacious.
Extreme Electric Facilities
Just like everything, electronics ruin the healthy
path of energy. Unlike old houses, contractors
nowadays provide 2 electric sockets for each wall!
It is quite dangerous to sleep close to a socket on
daily basis.
At the end, beauty and trends are very important;
however, if you mishandle things in a way where
your home looks more cluttered and messy, you
should reconsider designs or consult an expert.
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Escape
Ramadan's
Sohour and Iftar
Venues
Ramadan-cation on the Shores of
the Mediterranean at Four Seasons
Hotel Alexandria at San Stefano
Four Seasons Hotel Alexandria at San Stefano offers a
spiritual journey that reflects Ramadan traditions for all
the family, just like home, and with the Mediterranean Sea
adding a serene and comfortable feeling to the experience.
Fish Restaurant, located by the beach, offers an Iftar
buffet while watching the sunset. Guests are welcomed to
complete their night at the lounge area, where they can
watch their favorite series on the big screen and kids can
be entertained in their playground.
Baron Palace Sahl
Hasheesh, Baron Resort
and Baron Palms
Sharm Sheikh Summer
Getaway
For joyful and memorable evenings, Baron Palace
Sahl Hashees have created a set of exciting and
entertaining get-togethers in our array of 16
awarded restaurants and bars; including: Italian,
Egyptian, Mexican, Asian Fusion, BBQ &
Seafood, Teppanyaki & Sushi Bar. Treat yourself
to an exclusive journey of relaxation whilst
rejuvenating in our Spa @ Baron Palace Sahl
Hasheesh, winner of the “Best Beach Hotel”
for the year 2015. Explore the Red Sea’s breathtaking coral reefs and marine wild life while staying
at Baron Resort Sharm Sheikh and Baron Palms
(Adults Only) Sharm Sheikh. Our talented chefs
are ready with delectable blends of traditional and
authentic cuisines to satisfy all cravings; Italian,
Egyptian, BBQ & grill, seafood, and Indian, with
live cooking stations and daily dinner changing
themes.
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What’s on Ramadan at Sofitel
Cairo El Gezirah
Sofitel Cairo El Gezirah welcomes you to celebrate the
Holy month of Ramadan and spend its magical nights
with your family and friends, where you can enjoy Iftar
and Sohour with spectacular scenery of the Nile. Feast
on Moroccan specialties at La Palmeraie, one of the best
restaurants for authentic tagines, with a variety of Shisha
flavors and oriental live entertainment. Specially created
lavish buffet for Ramadan at Sud, in addition to the iconic
Kebabgy, which offers traditional barbeque specialties and
selected Sohour dishes along with an oriental takht band.
Enjoy a unique Ramadan at Le Deck, while relaxing by
the Nile.
Ramadan in Cairo at the Luxurious
Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at the First
Residence
Embrace the Spirit of
Ramadan with Dusit Thani
LakeView Cairo
Dusit Thani LakeView Cairo invites you to
celebrate Ramadan in style at their world-class
“Ramadan tent”. Enjoy an amazing Iftar and
Sohour experience along with oriental live takht
sharki, a singer, and Dusit’s resident DJ in an openair setting overlooking the pool. There is an array
of delicious flavors of Arab cuisine to choose from
including oriental Egyptian delicacies, live cooking
stations, a large selection of hot and cold mezzah,
mouthwatering Ramadan drinks, sumptuous
main courses, a wide selection of oriental desserts,
and flavored shisha.
Ramadan Nights at
Conrad Cairo
Conrad Cairo welcomes you this year to celebrate
the holy month of Ramadan and spend its magical
nights with your family and friends. Enjoy Iftar at
Solana restaurant with a spectacular view of the
Nile, offering a delicious open buffet specially
created for Ramadan only at LE 199++. Feast
on the Lebanese specialties for Iftar at LE 185++
at the open air restaurant Jayda overlooking
the majestic Nile or Sohour at LE 155++ while
enjoying the shisha flavors and the oriental takht.
This year, Ramadan in Cairo promises to be a festive affair
at Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at the First Residence. Head
to a stylish Iftar in the La Gourmandise Ramadan Tent;
one of the best Ramadan Tent’s in Cairo, or opt for a
magical late night Sohour at Aura restaurant overlooking
the magical lit rooftop pool. For larger corporate or social
events, look no further than our experienced and talented
Banquet team. From your small Iftar to a large corporate
Sohour event, rest assured that your Ramadan event
would be uniquely designed to the finest detail.
Celebrate the Spirit of Ramadan
with Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at
Nile Plaza
Experience a true oriental Ramadan ambiance in any
of our restaurants offering Ramadan specialties, oriental
delicacies, and traditional drinks. Zitouni offers specially
created Ramadan buffets with a range of mouth-watering
Egyptian delicacies and delights. Discover Upper Deck
Lounge, Cairo’s new heavenly restaurant! Enjoy an
amazing Sohour at Cairo’s skyline; the most fashionable,
intimate, art filled restaurant with its indoor and outdoor
areas. For those looking for some Italian flavor, Bella will
open for Iftar during the holy month of Ramadan with
the normal a la carte menu. >>
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Ramadan by the Nile At Hilton
Zamalek
Celebrate Ramadan differently in Hilton Zamalek;
feel the Nile breeze while enjoying your Sohour
outdoor on pool deck at “The Terrace” or indoor at
“Abu Ali”. A unique Sohour menu has been prepared
for you along with BBQ festival and flavoured shisha.
Enjoy our daily live entertainment program and
games “Backgammon, Domino, and PlayStation”
throughout the night. Come along with your friends
and family and break your fast with our famous
Ramadan daily wide buffet at our main restaurant
overlooking the stunning view of the Nile.
Enjoy Ramadan at
Ramses Hilton
Enjoy our spectacular oriental Iftar buffet served
daily from sunset at the Terrace Café located at the
“R” level overlooking the Nile River. In addition to
the Sohour Buffet with a wide variety of Ramadan
specialties. enjoy our special Ramadan Night at the
Garden Court Café, located at the “L” level with a
wide variety of oriental dishes, creative Ramadan
juices whilst enjoying the live entertainment provided
by a traditional orienal band. Don’t forget to order
your special Ramadan oriental pastries created by
Chef Abdel Aziz.
Detox, Meditate, and Lose
Weight This Ramadan at
Kempinski Hotel Soma Bay
Escape from the city’s hustle-and-bustle at the spiritual
haven along the sun-kissed, glittering water of the Red
Sea at Kempinski Hotel Soma Bay. Let the divine
spiritual experience relax your mind, soul, and body
with detoxifying spa treatments and facials at the
Spa and Thalasso Center. Feel the spirit of the Holy
month at The View Restaurant, serving up a mouthwatering Iftar buffet selection or have a memorable
Iftar experience aboard a charming boat.
‘Fawanees’ Lights Up
Ramadan At Semiramis
Intercontinental Cairo
‘Fawanees’ at Nile Terrace offers a magical and
beguiling atmosphere, in reference to the colorful
lanterns that hold a unique place in Ramadan
folklore – and once used to light Cairo’s streets during
Ramadan - and which give their name to the setting
for Iftar and Sohour. The restaurant hosts live cooking
stations at day and night, to celebrate with your family
and friends. Nile Terrace will also showcase the diverse
talents of the hotel’s team of chefs with Asian, Italian,
and wider selections from Middle Eastern cuisine.
Ahlan Ramadan at Sonesta Hotel,
Tower & Casino, Cairo
Enjoy the summer breeze accompanied by the unique Ramadan atmosphere at
the Swimming Pool Lounge IN’n’IN at Sonesta Hotel, Tower & Casino - Cairo.
Treat yourself to our delicious Iftar and Sohour specialties, while enjoying the
traditional Ramadan spirit and nightly live oriental entertainment overwhelmed
by typical Ramadan decorations and various shisha flavors.
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Ramadan 2015 at Sequoia:
Bringing Out the Beauty of
Nature with an Exotic Feel
Ramadan brings a unique aura that we only witness for
one month throughout the whole year. This year, we
are adding a different taste to the Sequoia experience;
we are highlighting the essence of the natural
surroundings. Our collaboration with Encode Design
Studio is going to bring about a magnificent, novel
ambience to Sequoia by introducing the exotic nature,
through scattering mirrors to blend the space with the
surrounding. The ‘Exotic Nature’ concept is simply
going back to the ‘Nature’ we are missing. Plants,
animals, crystals, lights, and materials are introduced
in a unique theme that stimulates the eye to reveal the
recursive rules in the exotic surroundings.
Celebrate Ramadan at
InterContinental Cairo
Citystars, Holiday Inn
and Staybridge suites Cairo
Citystars
InterContinental’s vibrant lobby
is the focal point for celebrations
with Iftar in Esplanade Café
Restaurant, followed by Sohour as
the takht musical ensemble create a
joyful mood. At Holiday Inn, Pool
Garden, Star Corner, and Lime
Lounge are offering Iftar, ‘apresiftar’, and Sohour buffet, set menu,
Ramadan drinks, desserts, and
shisha. Our longer-stay guests can
enjoy Ramadan in the ‘home from
home’ Staybridge Suites for a more
relaxed and private celebration with
all the benefits of InterContinental’s
five star luxury cuisine and service.
Celebrate the Holy Month at
Sheraton Miramar El Gouna
Sheraton Miramar El Gouna welcomes your family to
an exotic, Ramadan seaside retreat by the shimmering
shores of the Red Sea. With the stunning views of
the Rea Sea, Sheraton Miramar offers a fabulous
oriental Iftar buffet and set menu Sohour served daily
at Miramar Restaurant. The buffet incudes oriental
food, appetizers, and famous Ramadan desserts. You’ll
also find your choice of Ramadan drink at Coconut
Grove, an oriental al fresco corner in the open air.
Don’t miss our package of your favored shisha and
tea with only L.E 45.
“1001 Nights”
at Fairmont Nile City
- A Step into a Fairytale –
After the success of Fairmont Nile
City’s Ramadan nostalgic concepts
the past few years with “Ramadan
Zaman” and “El Leila El Kebiera,”
we are taking you this year on a trip
to fantasy land, bringing back to life
the legendary fairytales of “1001
Nights.” Our main restaurant Napa
Grill will offer a lavish Iftar buffet in
an indoor casual setting, also on the
banks of the Nile. For the first time
this Ramadan, Fairmont Nile City is
opening its “Alf Leila w Leila” tent
on the rooftop Sky Pool offering Iftar
and Sohour along with a variety
of daily entertainments for the
whole family in a cultural authentic
ambiance.
Ramadan the
Kempinski Way
Blending rich traditions of
hospitality and taste, Kempinski
Nile Hotel invites you to share this
special time with friends and family
at our world-class venues that can
cater to up to 1000 guests. Osmanly
Restaurant invites you to experience
an authentic Turkish Ramadan
without having to leave the city! The
Blue also invites you to break your
fast with an excellent Iftar buffet.
Savor stunning views of the Nile
while enjoying your Sohour on The
Roof Top Pool and watching your
favorite Ramadan show.
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Editorial Features
Cairo Marriott Brings Back Street-Chic
Experience to Its Clients During the
Holy Month of Ramadan
T
he graceful month of Ramadan is
almost upon us and brings with it the
excitement of enjoying oriental dishes,
family gatherings, and of course the
infamous Ramadan tents. This year,
we’re celebrating the holy month a little
differently but with classic familiarity; bringing together
street style cuisine with palatial poise. Various stations
laid out around The Fountain Patio, where guests can
see their Sohour being prepared and enjoy the real street
experience in style.
Imagine this... hot pots of fool, splashing sounds of
ta’meya, magical moves of the feteer chef, and beautiful
display of oriental desserts. All while enjoying classic
Ramadan drinks, flavorful shisha, and the moving tunes
of the Arabian music. Make sure to reserve the streetchic experience for Sohour at “Som3a Basha” or book
the entire experience for large groups and corporate
Iftar’s. Also check out Omar’s café daily Iftar menu for a
selection of delicious dishes to break your fast.
You can also enjoy Marriott’s delicious menu with your
family and guests at the comfort of your own home with
our outside catering service. We cater to small events
of 20 all the way to big corporate events of thousands.
Spoil yourself and your guests by bringing the entire
experience of street food and stations right to your
doorstep or at any venue of your choice! You can choose
between buffet and set menus for Iftar and Sohour or the
“Family Style” menu offering a large variety of delicious
home-like dishes.
*The Iftar buffet menu includes dishes like Keshk,
roasted beef fillet, grilled lamb kofta and marinated
shrimp. While the Family style includes a variety of grills,
vine leaves, roqaq, lamb tourly and beriani rice. The
Sohour menu includes mezzah and a variety of chef ’s
grill. There is also the option of foul, ta’ameya, pan-fried
turkey, and an array of oriental delights to choose from.
From classic oriental dishes of chicken, meat, and fish to
pasta, Shawerma, and even ice-cream stations; Marriott’s
outside catering will deliver an appetizing experience
complete with taking care of the setting, providing royal
service and hospitable hosts. Don’t bother with any hassle
and let Marriott take care of your next banquet!
Have a blessed Ramadan!
Health
Simple Ways to Improve
Posture at Work
• Your head has to be in-line
with the torso, or bent slightly
forward.
• Constantly, relax your shoulders
and keep your forearms parallel
to the ground.
• Place your screen at eye level, if
the screen is too high or too low,
you'll have to bend your neck,
which can cause neck pain.
• Adjust your chair height so
that you can use the keyboard
with your wrists and forearms
straight and level with the floor.
This can help prevent repetitive
strain injuries.
• Keep your hands, wrists, and
forearms straight, when using a
keyboard, and roughly parallel
to the floor, or else it will cause
posture-related problems.
• The elbows have to stay in
close to the body and are bent
between 90 and 120 degrees.
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• Adjust your seat so as to keep
your feet flat on the floor or on
a footrest if they don't reach the
floor.
• Leave a small gap between the
back of your knees and the front
of your seat.
• Your knees should be at or below
the level of your hips.
• Stand up or walk around, just
to keep away from sitting in the
same position for long time.
• Support your back with proper
•
•
•
•
lumbar support when sitting
vertical or leaning back slightly.
Support your thighs and hips by
a well-padded seat.
Make small adjustments to
your chair or backrest to reduce
the strain on your back. You
can change the height, back
position, and tilt for the chair.
Keep your mouse close to keep
your wrist and back straight.
Stretch your fingers, hands,
arms, and torso.
Stretches to do at work:
• Lift and release your shoulders for 3-5 times.
• Lift your arms overhead and keep your elbows straight. Interlace your
fingers; bend slowly to the right side and then to the left side.
• Stand on two feet, interlock your fingers behind your back, and then
slowly lift your arms without lifting your shoulders.
• Stand in a wide position and bend at the hips. Release the shoulders as
it pulls your arms downward.
• Cross your left leg over your right leg. Look over your left shoulder and
slightly twist your body. Repeat this on the opposite side.
• Control your portion size.
• Eat berries and sweet potatoes, as they include a
powerful dose of disease fighting antioxidants.
• Include fish rich in omega-3 fatty acids like salmon
in your diet twice a week.
• A handful of nuts can lower cholesterol levels.
• Limit unhealthy fats present in fast food, processed
foods, and sugary snacks.
Super Food for Your Heart
• Oranges reduce blood pressure, cholesterol, and
heart failure.
• Garlic reduces blood pressure and plaque.
• Dark Chocolate reduces blood pressure.
• Sardines lower triglycerides.
• Lentils reduce blood pressure.
• Almonds reduce LDL and arrhythmias.
• Pomegranates reduce atherosclerosis.
• Beans contain folic acid, which helps reduce blood
homocysteine.
Workout Tips for People
with Heart Disease
• Take some breaks between workouts.
• Stay hydrated: Drink water before, during, and
after exercise.
• Skip extremely hot and cold showers after your
workout.
• Stop if you feel a rapid or irregular heartbeat.
Bulletins/Health
Ways to Prevent
Heart Disease
Cooking Tip
Use low-fat methods when
cooking your meals. Bake,
broil, microwave, roast,
steam, poach, lightly stir
fry, or sauté using a small
amount of vegetable or
olive oil.
Worst food for
your heart
• Processed meat: Hot
dogs, sausages, deli meats,
and turkey
• Red meat
• Pizza
• Fried foods
• Soda
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Q&A
LADYBIRD’S
You Ask, Experts Answer!
1
Dr. Laura Webb
Pediatrics
2
Dr. John Ebner
Dermatology
Is it possible for a child to develop
diabetes?
What foods and vitamins are good for
your hair’s texture and growth?
Doctor’s Answer:
Doctor’s Answer:
Yes, the signs of diabetes include an increase in the
frequency of urinating, an increase in thirst, and
sometimes an increase in hunger as well. If your child
has these symptoms, please see your pediatrician.
3
Dr. Yash Khanna
Family Medicine
What foods or supplements can
improve memory and learning ability?
Doctor’s Answer:
All you need is a well balanced diet at your age. Your
diet should consist of vegetables, fresh fruit, dairy
products, nuts, meat, and fish. Have 3 meals a day at
least as well as good night sleep and regular exercise.
Avoid drugs, too much alcohol, and smoking.
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Foods high in iron are good for hair growth and texture,
as are vitamins like biotin and zinc. L-lysine is also good
for hair growth as it helps the body absorb iron more
efficiently.
4
Dr. Carla Enriquez
Adolescent Medicine
What are the beginning signs of autism?
What are the things to look for in young
children?
Doctor’s Answer:
Losing language ability, social problems, stylized
behaviors, anxiety, and obsessiveness. In addition to
loss of social skills, language, and flexibility. If you are
concerned, consult a doctor at early stage.
5
Dr. Coyle Connolly
Dermatology
My cuticles and the skin around my nails
are peeling badly. How can I heal this?
Doctor’s Answer:
A moisturizing cream applied several times daily will
often improve dry peeling cuticles. Often times, water
exposure, detergents, and frequent hand washing
play a role. If your condition does not improve, see a
dermatologist.
7
Dr. Richard Bensinger
Ophthalmology
How can you tell the difference between
food poisoning and flu?
Doctor’s Answer:
Most food poisoning is acute and relates to the ingestion
of a spoiled or toxic food minutes to hours prior to the
symptoms, which mostly are gastrointestinal. Botulinum
causes its own special systemic paralytic poisoning. The
flu is upper respiratory causing nasal discharge, fever,
coughing, sore throat and so on. It is of slow onset and
worsens over a 3-4 day interval before abating.
6
Dr. Paul Grin
Pain Management
How to break a caffeine addiction?
Doctor’s Answer:
The good news that as of today there is not scientific
proof that caffeine meets the criteria to induce a
complete addiction. However, when it comes to any
addiction, a focused approach is often needed. To avoid
withdrawal symptoms, decrease your consumption
gradually over a period of days or weeks. Replace the
caffeinated drinks with decaffeinated.
8
Sylvia, Fashion Blogger
40plusstyle.com
How to dress when you are petite?
Expert’s Answer:
Stick to monochrome outfits or outfits with few color
variations. Dresses will look great on many short
women, as they automatically create the much desired
2/3 – 1/3 look. Vertical patterns will always elongate
and would be especially good for your pants or skirt.
Wear v-line tops to further elongate your look.
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Fitness
8 Exercises You Can Do on
the Treadmill
Even though treadmill sounds like an easy device for walking and
running, there are many ways to spice up your workouts. We’ve
got you covered with some outstanding exercises to try on your
next visit to the gym.
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The Sideways Shuffle:
This workout can strengthen your hips, inner and
outer thighs, calves, and abs.
How to do it:
Position your right hand on the rail in front of you and
your left hand on the left railing.
Turn out to the left side so that the left railing is now
in front of your body.
Slightly bend your knees and increase your speed.
Switch sides.
Upper-body strength training:
This exercise strengthens your quads, glutes, and
calves.
How to do it:
To do tricep dips, stand on the treadmill.
Put your hands on the rails behind you.
Lean back onto your heels and bend your arms.
Push up returning to the start point.
Tabata Intervals:
It engages and improves your lower body muscles.
How to do it:
Set the treadmill to a 10 percent to 12 percent incline.
Adjust the speed to become on sprint pace.
Keep on sprinting for as much as you can.
Walking Lunges:
This exercise is quite challenging, as it adds stress to
the knees, joints, and calves.
How to do it:
Stand with your feet apart and put the treadmill’s
speed to 3 mph.
Keep your hands clasped together at chest level.
Step forward with your right leg and lower your body
until your right knee is bent.
Then, rise up and bring your back foot forward so that
you move forward, alternating legs with each step.
Walking Plank
Walking plank builds strong shoulders fast.
How to do it:
Set the treadmill to 1 to 2 mph.Walk behind the
treadmill and get into a plank position, with your
hands on the side of the treadmill base. Keep your
body in a straight line.
Put your hands on the treadmill band and walk your
hands forward.
through these creative pushups.
How to do it:
Turn the treadmill off.
Stand on the side base of the treadmill, with your
hands on the top of the treadmill’s handles.
Your body should be in a straight line.
Bend your elbows to make a pushup, bringing your
chest all the way down to touch the bars of the
treadmill. Pause, and then push back up.
To focus on your triceps, keep your elbows tighter to
the sides of your body.
Reverse Mountain Climbers
This exercise focuses on kicking your legs back.
How to do it:
Set the treadmill to 1 to 2 mph.
Walk behind the treadmill and get into a plank
position, facing away from the machine. Your feet
should be on the sides of the treadmill base and your
hands on the floor.
Afterwards, bring your feet onto the treadmill, and
drive one knee into your chest as the other leg extends
back. Switch legs.
Crab Walk
It builds strong hamstrings, glutes, triceps, and core.
How to do it:
Set the treadmill to 1 to 2 mph.
Walk behind the treadmill and get into a crab position.
Place your hands on the side of the treadmill base,
facing away from the treadmill and with your back
facing the ground.
Keep your feet flat on the floor and your hips up.
Place your hands on the treadmill belt and walk your
hands forward.
Tip:
Use your favorite iPod playlist to fight
monotony.
Tip:
Be a multi-tasker. You can add a variety of
workouts to your treadmill routine, including
using dumbbells to practice bicep curls,
shoulder presses, and other upper body
exercises, or hop on and hop off as you walk.
You may also do squats, push-ups, crunches,
planks, and lunges.
Incline Pushups
Another way to boost your upper body’s strength is
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How to Swing your Kettlebell
Properly?
1.During a squat, you should bend your hips and
knees without sitting.
2.Keep your eyes on the horizon and look at a
specific point throughout the workout.
3.At the top of the swing, your arms should end
somewhere between your belt and shoulder
height.
4.Unless you have a strong fist, do not perform
swings using one arm.
5.After you hinge, forcefully explode your hips
forward as if you are throwing weight in front of
you. As you hinge back, toss the weight toward
your pelvis.
Bulletins/Fitness
Kettlebell is very similar to dumbbells but more
challenging. Kettlebell workouts engage many muscles
like shoulders, back, buttock, core, and legs, which
sculpt your body and shred few pounds off. You can
lose around 300 calories if you do 20 minutes of
kettlebell exercises.
Around the Body
Pass Workout
Stand with your feet hip-width
apart and hold the kettlebell
with both hands. Release the
kettlebell into your right hand
and move both arms behind
your back to pass the kettlebell
to the left hand. Repeat 10-15
times without rest.
4 Kettlebell
Mistakes
1.You grab weights that are
too heavy or too light.
2.You do many repetitions
beyond your ability.
3.You swing the kettlebell
with your arms only, while
you should engage your
lower body.
4.You use the same form
as you do in all dumbbell
workouts.
Swing workout
Stand with your feet wider
than hip-width apart and
grab a kettlebell with both
hands. Squat down until
your thighs are almost
parallel to the floor. Stand
up right away and swing the
kettlebell up to a shoulder
height. Squat down when
the kettlebell starts to arc
down. Repeat 15-20 times.
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DID YOU KNOW
Kettlebell workouts can
help you burn fat, increase
your metabolism, and burn
calories even after exercise?
Nutrition
Blending Vs. Juicing:
Which One Is Better?
J
uices and smoothies both play an imperative role in any healthy program as they
nourish the body with nutrients. Each, however, has distinctive advantages; if you
need a fresh light drink, juicing is the ultimate way to achieve this and if you seek
a snack that can keep you full for a couple of hours, smoothies are suitable for this
purpose. Here is a short comparison that explains specific benefits of each.
Juicing
Blending
Juicing is a process, which extracts water and
nutrients excluding the complex fibers. Lack of fibers
can make your digestion process at ease, since the
system has no food to break down. In addition, juices
can support you with more nutrients than if you eat
fruit or vegetables solely. Juice can be an excellent
choice for people with sensitive digestive system or
illness, and freshly squeezed vegetable juice is proven
to be part of healing and detoxification programs as
they provide nutrients mandatory for nurturing and
restoring body as a cellular level. However, a juice
can’t fulfill hunger or replace a snack since it lacks
protein and fiber. It also delivers restricted amount of
nutrients and vitamins due to lack of variety.
Smoothies contain all nutrients of the entire fruit or
vegetable including the skin. Smoothies tend to be
more filling because of the fibers, which makes it
an excellent snack throughout the day. In addition,
blending gives you the option to mix more than one
fruit or vegetables to enjoy a healthy cup loaded with
vitamins and nutrients. The blending process breaks
the fiber apart, which makes the smoothie easy to
digest, allows nutrients to smoothly flow into the
blood stream, and avoids blood sugar spikes. Yet, it
is not advisable to blend with ice cream, full-fat milk,
yogurt, honey, or frozen fruit, as it may lead to blood
sugar spikes.
Juicing and Blending
Tips
• Starchy foods such as carrots, beetroots,
broccoli, and zucchini should be
blended or eaten alone because
starches are digested with enzymes
different from those of different groups.
Apples and green leafy veggies can be
mixed with almost anything.
• Exposing juice or smoothie to air and
light can destroy much of the nutrients.
It is best to consume your drink right
away or keep it in a dark container till
you serve it.
• Invest in a good blender or juicer, as the
cheap ones introduce heat and oxygen,
which destroys the enzymes and
nutrients of fruits and vegetables. Not
to mention that expensive machines
are cost efficient and can last many
years.
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Nutrition
Tips for a
Healthy
Ramadan
BY: Noura Hassaballa
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Headache
A common problem that many
people face during fasting in
Ramadan is headache; usually
caused by dehydration, constipation,
long exposure to sunlight, lack of
sleep, or absence of caffeine and
nicotine.
Solution:
• Load up on fluids; preferably
water or non-sugary drinks
(high-sugar drinks may increase
headaches) from the minute you
break your fast until suhoor (predawn meal) time.
• Eat high fiber foods like fruits and
veggies, especially the dark green
leafy ones as well as whole-grains,
such as oats, barely, and brown
rice, to prevent constipation
and maintain a regular bowl
movement. Drink plenty of water
with all fiber foods. Water is
absorbed by fiber, allowing waste
products to move freely through
the digestive tract, thus preventing
toxins and waste from building up.
High amounts of fiber without
sufficient water intake can lead to
constipation.
• A good night sleep keeps you
happy and healthy. Make sure you
get at least 6 to 8 hours of sleep
daily. Sleep on time and don’t go
past your bedtime hour to prevent
disturbance of your biological
clock. Studies have shown that
sleep deprivation and late-night
sleeps can contribute to weight
gain.
• If you are hooked on caffeine
and nicotine you may be suffering
from mild migraines during
fasting since you are abstaining
from both substances. Decrease
the amount of caffeine and
nicotine at least two to three
weeks before fasting.
Weight Gain
Heartburn
Stomach acid decreases while
fasting; however, the thought
of foods and drinks can trigger
the brain to produce more acids
in the stomach leaving you with
heartburn.
Many people gain weight during
the Holy Month of Ramadan
while in fact it should be a period
of detoxing. To avoid weight gain
you should limit your bad habits,
particularly binge eating.
Solution:
• Take your anti-acid medication
before your pre-dawn meal.
• Eat meals in small quantities but
frequently.
• Quit smoking.
• Decrease caffeine intake.
• Avoid oily, deep-fried, or spicy
food.
• Never sleep right after eating
your meal to prevent acid reflux;
wait at least 3 hours after a meal
to sleep.
• Sleep with your head raised on a
few pillows.
Solution:
• Eat in moderation; break the
fast with a low-fat soup to avoid
digestion distress.
• Don’t binge on carbs, specifically
simple carbs; they turn into fat
in no time.
• Eat a bowl of salad before
eating any high carb meal, such
as pasta and rice, because fibers
will slow down the absorption of
simple sugars.
Ramadan
Do’s and Don’ts
DO:
1.Break your fast with water
and some dates; they are
a good source of fiber,
magnesium, and potassium.
Be careful with quantities.
2.Focus on foods like light
soups, salads, yogurt, fruits,
and vegetables; they will
keep you full and hydrated.
3.Eat your suhoor; it’s as
crucial as breakfast.
4.Make your suhoor meal
rich in fibers, complex
carbs, and proteins.
5.Get your proteins in suhoor
from milk, yogurt, or eggs.
Don’t:
1.Drink big quantities of juice
and high-sugar drinks; even
if it says no sugar added.
2.Indulge in dessert and high
fat foods.
3.Eat dessert right after your
meal. Wait at least two
hours.
4.Eat food that’s high in salt
or canned food because it
will make you thirsty during
fasting hours.
5.Forget to control portion
size. Make sure to eat in
moderation.
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Nutrition
Why Eat This?
Mushrooms
• Mushrooms are naturally low in
sodium, fat, cholesterol, and calories.
They help prevent chronic disease
due to the presence of antioxidants
and beneficial dietary fibers such as
chitin and beta-glucans.
• Mushrooms contain several minerals
such as selenium (works as an
antioxidant to protect from heart
disease, inflammation, some types of
cancer, and liver failure), potassium
(helps control blood pressure, nerves,
muscles, and heart), and copper (keeps
bones and nerves healthy).
• Mushrooms contain choline, which
soothes sleep, improves muscle
movement, enhances learning and
memory ability, aids in the transmission
Super Food...
Tofu
• Tofu contains vitamin K,
thiamin, riboflavin, niacin,
vitamin B-6, folate, choline,
phosphorus, manganese, and
selenium.
• Soy is the prime component
of tofu and is a complete
source of dietary protein,
providing amino acids needed
in the diet.
• Genistein, the predominant
isoflavone in soy, contains
antioxidant that protects from
cancer, reduces bone loss,
and increases bone mineral
density during menopause.
• Tofu has coagulants that
can be used to prevent liver
damage; it enhances your
cardiovascular health and
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•
•
•
•
of nerve impulses, and reduces chronic
inflammation.
Mushrooms decrease the risk of
obesity, diabetes, and heart disease;
augments healthy complexion and
hair; and escalates energy.
Mushrooms have no fats, no cholesterol,
very low levels of carbohydrates,
high protein content, and a wealth
of vitamins and minerals.
Mushrooms contain fiber, potassium, and
vitamin C, which boosts cardiovascular
health and lowers blood pressure.
Mushrooms are rich in iron, which
promotes the formation of red blood
cells. Mushrooms are also rich sin
calcium that helps in strengthening
the bones.
5 Word Answer
Which types of food can battle
acne?
Oily fish, avocado, red grapes, garlic,
wand broccoli.
can reduce the levels of bad
cholesterol.
• Tofu softens skin and hinders
aging symptoms. It also
nourishes your hair with
protein, giving a bouncy
and healthy glow.
• Tofu is rich in omega 3 fatty
acids, which are good for your
heart and can help prevent
blood clots. Soybeans are also
high in healthy polyunsaturated
fats, especially omega-3alphalinolenic acid.
• Selenium, found in Tofu, is
a powerful protector against
free radicals. It works with
iodine to help regulate the
thyroid and repair DNA.
Fix
with
Food
Do you suffer from insomnia?
Walnuts, honey, cherries, nuts, oats,
dark chocolate, almonds, hummus,
tomato paste, chickpeas, chamomile
tea, oily fish, and bananas, can reward
you with rapid and smooth sleep. If
you want to sleep within half an hour,
opt for a glass of iced lemon juice
without sugar or eat dairy product
like cheese or drink a glass of milk.
Avoid caffeinated drinks four hours
prior to your sleep as well as energy
drinks, sweets, and sugary foods.
Hot foods like hot chicken wings
or chicken tandoori can give you a
burning sensation, which can make
you sleepless. Last but not least, include
protein throughout the day, but focus
on carbs at night, as carbohydrates
activate the orexin pathway, which
makes you feel sleepy.
Our bodies are continuously regenerated; this
means that we have an opportunity to improve our
skin tone through a balanced healthy diet. Applying
natural facemasks, body scrubs, and oils can yield
better results than commercial lotions and creams.
FOODS
Olive Oil
Around 75% of the fat in
olive oil is monounsaturated
fatty acids, which play
a vital role in the youth
enhancement. The
antioxidant polyphenols
could also augment the
damaged free radicals.
Tomatoes
Lycopene, an antioxidant
present in tomatoes, acts as
a natural protection from
sunburn as it improves the
skin’s natural SPF. Having
one tomato every day can
enhance your skin’s texture
and protects your skin from
bad UV rays; however, it
is not a replacement for
sunscreen.
Strawberries
People who eat foods
rich in vitamin C
are less likely to have
wrinkles and dry
skin than those who
don’t. Strawberries
fight radicals, boost
collagen, and hydrate
skin.
5 EVERYDAY TIPS
• Drink 2 liters of water
• Opt for fresh juices and smoothies to nourish your
skin with various vitamins and nutrients
• Eat three meals and two snacks
• Include 5 types of vegetables and fruits in your diet
• Use natural oils and remedies instead of
commercial creams and lotions
Fact
Refined sugars, white bread, trans fats, cold
meats, and highly processed products can
quench renewing your skin’s cells.
Bulletins/Nutrition
Rejuvenate Your Skin
with Foods
DID YOU KNOW
Consuming a small piece
of dark chocolate on daily
basis can enhance your
circulation and hydrate
your skin.
MASKS
Aloe Vera
Extract the gel from aloe vera leaf
and apply it to your skin using a
cotton ball. Leave for one hour
then rinse with lukewarm water.
Repeat twice a week.
Turmeric
Mix equal amounts of turmeric
powder and gram flour with milk.
Scrub gently in a circular motion
and spread evenly on your skin.
Leave for 20 minutes and then
wash it off with lukewarm water.
Follow this remedy twice a week.
Honey
Mix two teaspoons of milk and
one teaspoon of honey, and then
add gram flour and mix it well.
Apply it all over your face and
neck, and leave it for 20 minutes.
Rinse with lukewarm water. Use
this mask once a week to enjoy
radiant skin.
Best Beauty Ingredients:
Lemon, cucumber, baking soda,
avocado, oranges, potatoes,
coffee grounds, and brown sugar.
Best Beauty Oils:
Sweet almond, coconut, jojoba,
and olive.
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Cooking
Recipes Around
The World
BY: HEBA EZZ
W
ith Ramadan adorning us with its presence, one cannot deny
the gastronomic culinary experience that keeps on exciting us
throughout the holy month. Here is a traditional meal to try
out for Iftar this month.
Egyptian Fattah
Yield: 8 servings
Total Time: 60 minutes
INGREDIENTS:
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
11⁄2 lbs lamb, boneless lean
2 medium onions
7 cups water
1⁄2 cup rice
1⁄4 cup butter/oil optional
2 tbsp. butter
10 garlic cloves, finely minced
1⁄4 cup vinegar
1 cup tomato puree
2 slices bread, roasted or fried
Salt and pepper to taste
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DIRECTIONS:
• Cut lamb into 1-inch cubes and put with 6 cups water into a stockpot. Add
onions, salt, and pepper, and bring to boil slowly for 95 minutes or until meat
is tender. Meanwhile, add rice, water, butter, and salt in a pot and boil. Cover
and turn the heat low. Let rice simmer for 15-20 minutes until done. With a
slotted spoon, get meat out of the broth and drain.
• In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of butter, fry drained meat for few minutes,
then set aside.
• Add 1/4 cup ghee to the skillet and let melt at medium heat, then fry half
the garlic. Remove skillet from stove; add vinegar followed by the second half
of the garlic. When colored, add tomato puree and 1 tablespoon of vinegar.
• Put one slice of roasted/fried bread into a large pot. Top with half of the
sautéed garlic and half of the rice. Add some broth, and then top with
second slice of bread and remaining rice. Top with tomato sauce, fried meat
cubes, and remaining garlic. Pour remaining broth on top and garnish with
parsley.
Egyptian Cream of Artichokes Soup {Shorbet Kharshoof}
Yield: 6 bowls
Total Time: 45 minutes
INGREDIENTS:
• 1 tbsp. butter or olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 lb (45o grams) artichoke hearts, frozen or
fresh
• 2 sprigs of thyme
• 2 bay (laurel) leaves
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup milk
Chinese
Toffee
•
Salt and pepper
to taste Banana
• Optional: 1/4 cup cream or fat free + fried
leeks and mini artichoke hearts
DIRECTIONS:
• In a large saucepan, melt the butter or the olive oil over
medium heat. Add onions and stir well until softened. Add
the artichokes, thyme, bay leaves, broth, and milk. Cover
the saucepan, bring to boil, and then lower the heat. Cover
the pan and simmer for 30 minutes or until the artichokes
are tender. Let the soup cool then remove the bay leaves and
thyme. Puree the soup with an immersion blender. You may
add cream and reheat the soup without boiling. Season the
soup with salt and pepper.
• The Garnish: Slice leeks and artichoke hearts into thin
julienne strips. In a small pan, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over
medium-high heat. Fry the strips in batches. Remove from
oil and place on a paper towel to drain. Season with salt
immediately.
Ice Cream with Khoshaf Sauce
Yield: 16 servings
Total Time: 30 minutes
INGREDIENTS:
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•
•
•
•
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4 kilos of Ice cream
1 cup dried apricots, chopped
1/2 cup dried prunes, chopped
1/2 cup raisins
1 cup orange juice
1 1/4 cup water
1/4 cup sugar
DIRECTIONS:
• Over medium-high heat, bring the orange juice, water,
and sugar to boil in a small saucepan. Add dried fruits,
leave to boil, and then simmer over medium-low heat for
10 minutes.
• In every ice cream bowl, add 2 scoops of ice cream. Drizzle
with khoshaf sauce. Add your favorite condiments.
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Cooking
Healthy Summer Drink Recipes
Beat the summer heat with these refreshing cool and
healthy smoothies that will keep you cool on hot days.
PomegranateBerry Smoothie
Yield: 1 cup
Total Time: 10 minutes
Ingredients:
• 1 low-fat yogurt
• 1 pack of frozen mixed berries
• 0.50 c. chilled pomegranate
juice
Directions:
Using a blender, place yogurt,
berries, and juice, and then mix
till smooth.
Frosty Raspberry
Cappuccino
Yield: 2 cups
Total Time: 10 minutes
Ingredients:
• 1 skimmed milk
• 1 tbsp. chocolate syrup
• 1 tsp. instant espresso-coffee
powder
• 1 cup fresh raspberry
• 1 cup of low-fat yogurt
• Cocoa powder
• Sugar (optional)
Directions:
Add skimmed milk, espresso,
chocolate syrup, and ice cubes in
a blender and leave till smooth.
Add the yogurt and raspberries.
Blend well. Sprinkle the smoothie
with cocoa powder and sugar
according to preference.
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Jump-Start Smoothie
Yield: 2 cups
Total Time: 10 minutes
Ingredients:
• ½ kilo of strawberries
• ½ kilo fresh blueberries
• 5 oranges, squeezed
• 2 tsp. fresh ginger, peeled and
chopped
• 1 low-fat yogurt
• 2 cube ice
Directions:
• Squeeze oranges to make a fresh
orange juice.
• In a blender, combine strawberries,
blueberries, orange juice, ginger,
yogurt, and ice cubes. Serve
immediately.
Nutella Coffee
Milkshake
Yield: 1 cup
Total Time: 5 minutes
Ingredients:
• 3 scoops of vanilla ice cream
• ¼ cup brewed coffee, cooled
• 2 tbsp. nutella
Directions:
Blend ice cream with nutella, and
then add the cooled coffee. Pour
into a serving glass and enjoy
immediately
Pineapple-Spinach Veggie
Smoothie
Mango & Passion Fruit Smoothie
Yield: 4 cups
Total Time: 10 minutes
Yield: 1 cup
Total Time: 15 minutes
Ingredients:
• ½ kilo mango, peeled and chopped
• 2 mango yogurts
• 1 cup of skimmed milk
• 1 cup of limejuice
• 4 passion fruits, halved
Ingredients:
• ½ avocado, peeled and chopped
• ½ cup of spinach
• A handful of kale
• 50g pineapple chunks
• 1 cucumber, sliced
• 300ml coconut water
Directions:
Mix mango, yogurt, and milk together in a blender. Stir in
the limejuice and then serve in four glasses. Scoop the pulp
of passion fruit into each glass and spin before serving.
Directions:
In a blender, put the avocado, spinach, kale,
pineapple, and cucumber and blitz until
smooth.
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Love & Relationships
“WHEEL-OF-COM.......”
Let’s Play Relationship Harmony with
our 10-letter Word Game!
By: LAUREN K. CLARK
W
elcome to Ladybird’s Wheel of Fortune Bonus Challenge*. Compliments of
our Wedding Season Bridal edition! In this challenge, we proudly present you
with a 10-letter word challenge. Please read below for your clues:
It’s that magic little world that has
the power to end even the mightiest
of battles. Bringing harmony to
balance our needs and the needs
of our significant other, is that
piece of energy, which ensures
that a relationship truly embodies
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the understanding of give and
take! So what happens when our
superhuman elixir becomes a onesided endeavor! Well, you not only
end up with a sense of resentment,
but you come to realize that your
oh, so dynamic coupling becomes
a power battle, as you become an
avid note taker, keeping a detailed
list over who gives more in the
relationship. And the dynamic duo
that you all once were, if you ever
were, becomes a private circus for
the downfall of a relationship.
respect of each other’s needs, a
fulfilling relationship, a willingness
to give of yourself without feeling
drained, and numerous acts of
lovemaking where both of you feel
like you are in your own magical
paradise.
Whoops!
Wait
a
minute!
REWIND! We haven’t made it
there yet. So, take a breather. You
are sitting at your table, and as you
anxiously read this, you begin to
wonder if you have ever even used
the word COMPROMISE with
your partner. Am I right? Have
either of you even spoken the word
to each other? You feel a sense of
bitterness, anguish, and frustration
at the very idea, that maybe;
just maybe, you have sacrificed
yourself, your values, and have
given more than what you have
been getting back in return. Think
about it.
(Hint: If you find yourself going
back and forward with yourself
in the truth of this painful reality,
more than likely, you have been
doing it.)
Alright, so we’ve gotten that out
of the way! The key thing is to
ask yourself why you have allowed
yourself to become a human
doormat. Furthermore, how long
has it been going on?
And so Ladies and Gentlemen,
our 10-letter word for the bonus
challenge on Ladybird Magazine’s
special spin-off from Wheel of
Fortune’s-Wedding Edition is
C-O-M-P-R-O-M-I-S-E!
And
for solving our 10-letter mystery,
our dynamic hosts Pat and Vanna
are proud to reward you with the
following prizes: a relaxing evening
for 2 in the comforts of your home,
All too often many women find
themselves in situations where
they are giving, giving, and giving.
Of course, there are also those
incidents where good men fall
victim to such self-defeating habits!
You find yourself becoming a slave
to the relationship; feeling that you
must adopt the role of a servant in
order to satisfy your mate. It goes
hand-in-hand with the age-old
adage of trying to keep a man.
The more you give, the more
you feel devalued, unimportant,
and invisible in the relationship.
However, truth-be-told, once you
move out of the realm of give-andtake, is it even accurate to proclaim
that you are in a “relationship”
with your mate; hence, the idea
of “relating” takes more than 1
person, with active engagement.
If this has happened to you,
Ladies (or Gentlemen), then here
are a few of Ladybird’s Wheel of
Fortune clues to help you get back
on the right track to figuring out
our bonus word next time around!
CLUE 1: Verbally express your
desires and needs to your mate!
Be confident and assertive. If you
don’t believe you are worthy to be
heard, neither will your mate.
CLUE 2: Listen to each other.
Be willing to acknowledge your
shortcomings, but do not take the
blame for everything that goes
wrong.
CLUE 3: Have your limits, and
cut back on what you have been
over-giving. Remember to save
something for yourself.
CLUE 4: Renew your relationship
with the principles that you would
like to have. Making sure that you
and your partner are clear on what
the two of you expect from the
relationship from this day forward!
Well, that’s all for this round
of Ladybird’s Wheel of
Fortune,*Wedding Edition*!
See you next time hopefully
in another round, where the
word C-O-M-P-R-O-M-I-S-E
will no longer be the hidden
word in our relationship
puzzle!
June 2015 | 67
Mother & Child
Mother of Twins…
A Bless or a Curse?
R
aising twins is rewarding and
challenging at the same time.
There is nothing sweeter or cuter
than seeing your newborn twin
yawn, sleep, laugh, and share all
precious moments together. Twin parents are
doubly blessed, but with quadruple the stress
throughout all phases. Raising twins require
quick thinking, smart rearing, and careful
fostering.
Expecting identical behavior and learning
abilities is among the most common parenting
mistakes. Though they do share similarities,
they also have various differences. Identical
twins have dissimilar personalities, and
you must learn to accept each as a
one-of-a-kind. For instance, one
child may develop learning
and speaking skills faster than
the other. It is critical not to
compare them with one
another, instead make
them feel treasured and
supported.
Facts
•Most twins are born before 9
months; plan your maternity leave
ahead.
•You are more likely to give birth
via cesarean section than if you
were having one baby.
•Twins will spend more time in the
hospital after birth than one child.
•Even though the twins may be
different in size, it might be hard to
distinguish between both of them
at the beginning.
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Tips
•It is a smart idea to buy two of
everything to eliminate fights and
negative feelings between your
twins. You do not necessarily need
to purchase identical toys or outfits.
Sometimes, it is important to give
your little ones space to explore their
interests.
•You may think that changing diapers
for twins is as easy as changing the
diaper of one baby. Unfortunately,
while you try to change one baby’s
diaper, you must keep the other
occupied to evade any possible mess.
It is very likely that your second
child would update your status on
Facebook, throw wipes on the floor,
or even put his cute little finger in the
hinges.
•Feeding, nursing, playing, changing
diapers, comforting their distress,
and fulfilling their endless demands
will leave you drained and depressed.
Needless to mention the neverending house chores. If you have the
money, hire someone to clean the
house and contribute in some duties.
Ask your partner to take good care
of your babies and enjoy a good
sleep.
•If one of your twins gets sick, they
will eventually infect each other. It
is inevitable. In all ways, ensure that
all surfaces are clean and separate
them for a period of time. No matter
what happens, just breathe, try to
be patient, and everything will be
alright.
•Buy some books like What to Expect and Twins 101.
These books will provide you with valuable knowledge
to surpass each stage according to academic researches
and experiments. Follow whatever advice you like, but
don’t feel obliged to follow every rule. It is your life and
they are your twins after all. Do whatever it takes to
make them happy and love them unconditionally.
•Do not obligate your twin to join a certain activity
without consulting them. You must respect your child’s
interests and hobbies, because it is your role to develop
their personalities as they are without drastically
alternating it. Let them explore their interests and give
them space to discover new horizons.
•Finally, you will face infinite challenges and obstacles,
but you will also enjoy special moments and a precious
blessing.
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Features
The Ugly Truth About
Workaholics
I
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in order to fully understand the inner dynamics of workaholism, we must explore how the
perfectionistic propensities of workaholics consequently conduct obsessive thoughts and
actions. Workaholism means that you value work more than personal life, which negatively
affects your personality, health, relationship with beloved ones, and hobbies. While many
people dig themselves into work out of love, dedication, and perfection, workaholics usually
share some fears, such as fear or failure, fear of boredom, fear of laziness, fear of the visibility
of their mistakes, fear of self-doubt, and paranoia. There is a serious distinction between
being a workaholic and being hard worker; therefore we will examine some of the behavioral
changes common between workaholics.
At Work:
• You are the first to arrive and the last to leave.
• You only find value to self through working; hence
you take additional responsibilities all the time.
• You become stressed outside the office.
• You pursue power and self-esteem to support
grandiose self-conceptions.
Social Life:
• You prefer work over gatherings, special events, and
family reunions.
• On weekends, you tend to work from home and skip
outings.
• You barely talk with friends over the phone and you
seldom receive attention from someone.
• You always chat about work with friends, because it
constantly conquers your mind.
Family:
• You devote slight attention to your family. You neither
share activities with them nor check up on them.
• You ascertain major changes at your home and
family affairs; you miss all significant events that
occur within your family members.
Sleeping:
• You struggle from insomnia and sleeping disorders
for many days.
• Even if you sleep for long hours, you rarely
experience a relaxing calm sleep, as business matters
and responsibilities prevail your thoughts.
Personal Health and Hobbies:
• You frequently ignore your health problems; you
reach a temporarily solutions. You never consult
doctors about your health failures.
• You pay no attention to your hobbies. You consider
work to be a hobby.
Vacation and Lunch Breaks:
• You feel guilty when you are off on a vacation,
that you book a room with Wi-Fi so that you have
frequent Internet access.
• You avoid lunch breaks that hinder your progress.
You may miss meals throughout the day.
At the end of the day, you may earn a good salary
and reach a reputable status, but you will miss many
opportunities to bond with your family, friends, unwind
yourself in activities you admire, and involve in sports
and proper nutrition for your health. If you refer to any
of the above-mentioned signs, you must confess, and
seek solutions to overcome this hectic phase. Try to
balance between your personal life and your work.
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The Best, The Top
& The Must Do
YOUR GETAWAY
Nile Ritz-Carlton, Cairo
The Nile Ritz-Carlton Cairo marks the return of an
icon to the Egyptian capital. The historic property will
reopen under Ritz-Carlton’s stewardship in late summer,
heralding a new era of luxury hospitality in the heart of
Cairo. The hotel is undergoing a complete renovation
whilst retaining many of the original features, reminding
guests of the cherished memories of days gone by, yet
well-prepared to host a new generation of guests with a
desire to uncover the mystique of the historic city. The
hotel’s palatial proportions allow visitors to enjoy a sense
of exclusivity and spaciousness, while appreciating the
location in the heart of the city. The 331-room hotel
houses ultramodern facilities including a spectacular
Olympic-size pool with 17 private cabanas. With its
celebrated attention to detail and expansive facilities,
the hotel encourages the leisure and business traveler
to be assured of seamless service and a relaxed stay.
Guests can unwind in the spa, and can cap their wellness
journey with a sunset yoga session on the spa terrace
overlooking the Nile.
must try
Dolce & Gabbana’s New Fragrance
Dolce’s floral perfume bottle recalls the unique shape of
femininity; sculpted flower with milky petals cap, curved
lines, and thick glass. Frosted glass gives it a misty green
color, expressing fresh delicacy and tenderness of the spring
and summer seasons. The perfume comprises of a pleasant
mixture of White Amaryllis, White Daffodil, and White
Water Lily. The fragrance is available in 30ml, 50ml, 75ml,
and 150 ml. The beautiful Kate King was chosen again to
display the soul of Dolce Floral Drops with her profound
and artistic Spanish vibe.
Did You Know!
The three wealthiest families in the world have more
assets than the combined wealth of the forty-eight
poorest nations!
NOT TO BE MISSED!
Kcal Healthy Food Opens in Egypt
Want to order food but can’t find a healthy fast food option?
Kcal boasts a wide variety of healthy dishes made of the
freshest ingredients and as whole to nature as possible. Kcal
operates a strict no-fry policy without sacrificing taste and
quality of the food. Each dish has been carefully made to
comprise of various mixture of energizing carbs, protein,
healthy fats, and essential vegies. Kcal embodies a lifestyle
that caters for all those who are keen of their health and the
quality of food they consume.
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Reviews
album
Country Singer Allison Moorer Releases Extraordinary
Album ‘Down to Believing’
Produced by Kenny Greenburg, this is Moorer’s eighth studio album
since her 1998’s Alabama Song, revolving around emotional pain,
heartache of divorce, and daily struggles of a son living with autism;
all of which contributed in making one of the bravest works of a
young songwriter on her road to recovery. Moorer expresses her life
circumstances on the 13-song set, reflecting personal guilt, confusion,
bitterness, and grace. From the country-rocking first single “Like It
Used To Be,” to the emotionally charged songs like “Thunderstorm
Hurricane,” “Tear Me Apart,” and “Mama Let The Wolf In,”
Moorer’s new album is one of the leading albums of 2015.
movie
The Wedding Ringer: A Comic and Adventurous Story
This movie revolves around Doug’s Harris troublesome journey
in searching for his best man. After several failing attempts to
inquire almost every close friend, he lands on the last resort: The
Best Man Inc. (a company that provides flattering best men for
socially challenged guys in need). Here, he finds Jimmy Callahan.
Starring Kevin Hart, Kaley Cuoco-Sweeting, and Josh Gad. Lots
of unforeseen hilarious surprises will occur in this movie, including
an unexpected budding romance between Doug and his best man
Jimmy! The movie is co-written and directed by Jeremy Garelick.
book
A Dance With Dragons; A Song of Ice and Fire Hits No.1
Bestseller List
Written by George R.R.Martin, the book hit No. 1 on the New
York Times bestseller list. As an outcome to the colossal battle, the
future of the Seven Kingdoms lies on the newly emerging threats
from every path. In the east, Daenerys Targaryen, the last scion of
House Targaryen, rules with her three dragons as queen of a city
built on dust and death; however, Daenerys has countless enemies,
who are trying to find her. As they gather, one young man takes the
queen’s side with an entirely different goal in mind. Fleeing from
Westeros, Tyrion Lannister, is making his way to Daenerys, but his
latest followers in this mission are not the rag-tag band they seem,
and at their heart lies one who could undo Daenerys’s claim to
Westeros forever.
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STORES
Adidas Originals Superstar Pack – A
Collaboration with Pharrell Williams
A true superstar knows the importance of
individuality. It’s not about following the pack,
or telling someone else what to wear. You cannot
impose a style on a superstar, nor a trend, or a
color. This is the ethos behind the adidas Originals
Supercolor release, which sees the iconic Superstar
silhouette transformed via a spectrum of 50
different color ways. Pharrell Williams knows that
the most empowering thing you can give a superstar
is the freedom of expression. In collaboration with
the creative and entertainer, the adidas Originals
Supercolor Superstar pack offers a choice like
never before.
Rediscover your Imagination with the IKEA
Bedroom and Bathroom Planner
True to its core brand vision, home furnishing retailer
IKEA has launched a new bedroom and bathroom
planner to further inspire customers in Egypt with easy,
convenient do it yourself planning. This online planning
tool helps users to better visualize their idyllic setting using
their own bedroom/bathroom space to design using
IKEA products. The easy to navigate planner helps users
play and trial different IKEA products - from furniture
and accessories to decoration and textiles - within their
actual room scenario to create different looks and choose
what they like best, in their own time and from the comfort
of their KLIPPAN sofa. The planner also allows the user
to save the list of products chosen for easy purchase either
at the store or through the IKEA website.
JOTUN Egypt Successfully Launched
Fenomasitc My Home for Professionals
Another successful launch for Fenomastic My Home
was held on the 28th of April for the professional
segment, attended by 250 from key influencers in the real
estate industry, top notch consultants, contractors and
developers, besides interior designers, furniture stores,
and media representatives. The event was held on one
of the prestigious hotels in New Cairo, JW Marriot. The
event featured several presentations introducing our most
beautiful paint ever “My Home “ as well as our latest
color trends collection for 2015. Attendees expressed
their appreciation for the impressive and inspiring colors
of My Home along with the richness of its matt finish.
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Samsung Electronics Egypt Unveils its Vision
for Living Smarter at the 2015 Consumer
Electronics Event with Next-Generation
Technologies
Samsung Electronics Egypt recently demonstrated
its vision for smarter living at the 2015 Consumer
Electronics Event in the Four Seasons Nile Plaza Hotel.
Strengthening its leadership in the consumer electronics
market, Samsung introduced its 65-inch SUHD TV,
which redefines picture quality with superior brightness
and widest color spectrum, while it also showcased the
Activ Dual wash top-loading washing machine, which
delivers an all-in-one solution for pre-treating laundry.
The SUHD TV boasts a wide range of pioneering
technologies, such as the nano crystal technology and
peak illuminator ultimate. The former distributes nano
sized particles on sheets and control them allowing
optimal expression of color, brightness, and more
details, while the later delivers intense peak brightness
and deeper black. This is complemented with the
SUHD Re-mastering Engine, which is a proprietary
technology that allows the brightness and colors of the
original content to be recreated in accordance with
SUHD superior expression.
Pace e Luce Brings you Extravagance and
Pampering Abound in its Newest Branch
Opening in Mohandeseen
Pace e Luce opened its doors amidst the hustle and
bustle of the city in one of the most busy areas in
Mohandeseen [30 Geziret El Arab] and surrounded
by fashion outlets. With its modern decor and clean-cut
finishes, Pace e Luce’s new branch creates the perfect
environment for a relaxing beauty experience. From the
optimum styling gear to the International hair design
team, guests and privileged clients are welcomed to a
cozy atmosphere in which they can indulge in numerous
beauty services and treatments.
Splash ‘Heart of Gold’ this Ramadan
30 DAYS, 30 UNSUNG HEROES
Keeping in sync with the spirit of Ramadan and the emotion of
gratitude, Splash has launched a ‘Heart of Gold’, campaign that
will honor 30 unsung heroes over the 30 days of Ramadan. This
initiative has been instituted as a tribute to unsung heroes who devote
their time, money and effort selflessly to the cause of humanity.
Examples could be many ranging from an ordinary person who
devotes time for the cause of the underprivileged to a person who
displays a sense of humanity towards stray animals. You need to
send in your entries on www.splashfashions.com/heartofgold with
supporting pictures of why you think a particular person has done a
commendable act of kindness and he or she will enter the Heart of
Gold recognition initiative. We truly believe that these are the people
with a #SplashHeartofGold .
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Gemini
21 May – 20 June
Life: When relationships bloom,
opportunities for personal growth
and maturity abound, and friends
and family become more cherished.
You will have plenty of built-in pauses
to stay on track and take care of all
those people you love.
Love: Lessons to give in love
are awareness and intellectual
stimulation, versatility, readiness
for experimentation, and openmindedness. While the lessons to
learn in love are the appreciation for
the intangible, warm, and tender side
of love.
Career: While others are at a
standstill because of the gridlock that
they have created for themselves,
you are finding loopholes in the
situation. You are able to discover
alternative solutions to difficult and
frustrating problems. Speak up.
Fashion Tip: You love bright
patterns and breezy comfortable
styles. Gemini women are fun
loving and quirky. Executive suits
in dark blues, blacks, or grey are
too conventional. Gemini women
love clothes that are adaptable and
versatile.
Cancer
It’s frustrating when work gets in
the way of romance and social
activities. Your thoughts are on your
evening and weekend activities, but
your obligations are on your desk.
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Leo
A continued focus on your goals
may be keeping you busy. This
is one of the times to channel
your energy into arranging and
attending some events with your
friends or family to be happier and
to have more fun .
Virgo
Something you desperately need
right now is missing. Do you really
need it that badly? If so, sit for a
moment and try to collect your
thoughts. If you can’t, leave it for
now, and relax.
Libra
You can expect to receive some
good financial news today. Your
mind races a mile a minute as you
strategize ways to spend the money.
So be careful enough, and divide
the funds in half, half in long term
investment, and the other half can
be your fun money.
Scorpio
You might be surprised by how
clever and creative you are today,
Scorpio. Just for fun, you may
decide to pick up a paintbrush and
try watercolor painting or perhaps
writing some poetry. Whatever you
attempt, it will work out.
Sagittarius
Emotional turmoil may overwhelm
your usual objectivity and good sense.
Communication between you and
family members may be lacking, try
to encourage them to talk to you, and
listen carefully to them.
Capricorn
Grab opportunities for romance
while you can. It isn’t often you get
such a sensuous lineup. Smell the
roses, savor the chocolates, relax,
and enjoy the company of someone
you love.
Aquarius
You’re bursting at the seams with
energy and enthusiasm. Your
personal and professional lives are
going well. The only downside is
that you may be overwhelmed by
work responsibilities.
Pieces
Confusion might get in the way of
anything you hope to accomplish.
You may feel like you’re uncertain
of your actions, try to stay focused
and be your usual practical,
objective self.
Aries
A close friend may ask for a loan,
think carefully. Rather than take
the easy route and say yes, you and
your friend would be better served
if you helped him figure out a way
to earn the money by offering him
a job for instance. Be creative and
you will find a solution.
Taurus
You’d be well advised to remain as
patient as possible in your office.
Take deep breath and maintain
your sense of humor. Most of
what occurs today is outside your
control. Make a point to relax with
loved ones tonight.
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Hilton Pyramids
Golf Resort general
manager, Ahmed
Salama, has been
honored as Leader of
the Year 2014 by Hilton
Hotels & Resorts.
Boehringer
Ingelheim brings
globaloncology
experience to the
region, by introducing
an innovative treatment
for non-small cell
lung cancer patients in
the Middle East.
Ahl Masr received Cairo
Runners’ a 50,000 award
based on a public vote,
to spend on a project
based in Samsta center in
Beni Suef.
Egypt’s Moms
Transform Fabrics into
Biggest Messages of
Love to their Children,
thanks to Downy’s
Long Lasting Freshness.
The biggest beauty
event in Cairo hosted
by Braun Middle East
celebrated the launch
of the brand new
Silk-épil 9 to focus on
achieving smooth and
hair-free skin.
GB Auto represents
Hyundai Motor
partner with Misr
el Kheir, to combat
school dropouts
and expand access
to education in the
marginalized areas in
Luxor and Aswan.
Lenovo announced
that global
technology industry
leaders will join
Lenovo chairman for
the keynote address at
Lenovo Tech World
on May 28 in Beijing,
to discuss future of
computing.
New Intel® Xeon®
Processors
Accelerate Time to
Insight, transforming
Data into Business
Advantage.
Abraj Misr signs six
Partnership Agreements
with the world’s leading
Consultant Firms.
Great vitality among
regional collectives,
inside French pavilion,
at Beauty world Middle
East 2015.
Hilton Alexandria
Corniche hosted lately
a memorable event
on its private beach;
Wedding Health Beauty‬
Fair together with a
Fashion Show.
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Lovers of the finest
arts of a ‘Professor
of Bakery’ will be
thrilled that Leonard
Longo has returned
to InterContinental
Hotels Group Cairo
Citystars.
The Semiramis
InterContinental
Cairo proudly
hosted Le Chapître
d’Egypte organized
by LA CHAÎNE DES
RÔTISSEURS-EGYPT.
MasterCard
collaborates with
top banks to drive
electronic payment
solutions in Egypt.
Fairmont Nile City and
its signature Asian
fusion restaurant
‘Saigon Restaurant
& Lounge’ have been
awarded the 2015 Trip
Advisor’s “Certificate
of Excellence.”
Hilton Alexandria
Corniche is honoured
to be chosen as the
venue for the star
Hazem Samir during
his visit to Alexandria
to attend “Ana
Mawhoob” charity
event.
KidZania Cairo joins
International Jazz Day
through a spectacular
celebration and a
Jazz Parade for kids
and families, to create
a dialogue between
cultures, peace, and
impose freedom of
expression.
leading online city
guide Cairo360.com
announces 2015
Editors’ Choice Award
Winners.
On occasion of World
Heart Failure Day, the
Egyptian Society for
Cardiology (EgSC)
held a patient education
seminar at the National
Heart Institute (NHI).
Hussain Al Jassmi
announced as
ambassador of the
#PepsiChallenge in the
Middle East.
Cairo Festival City
hosts “Transformers”
International show
for Children at the
Cancer Hospital
57357.
Emirates announced
the debut of the Emirates
App for Android, the
world’s largest mobile
platform.
Townhouse
contemporary art space
has opened its doors
in SODIC West under
the name “Townhouse
West.”Located at
Westown’s Entertainment
Hub.
Jumia Egypt, the number
one e-commerce
website, is organizing
the first technology
festival in Egypt in
celebration of the
launch of its new
technology blog,
Jumia Geek.
The city of Alexandria
celebrates with
Drosos Foundation
and Darb 1718 ‘Out
to Sea? The plastic
Garbage Project’.
Nestlé Waters Egypt has
officially launched the
new international bottle
of Nestlé Pure Life in an
event at Mena House
Hotel.
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On Spot
Cairo Fashion Festival Season 4
Egypt’s Wedding Destination
This May Cairo Fashion Festival hosted the capital’s largest fashion event
of the season for the fourth time since its first show in 2012. Talents from all
over the region ranging from designers to performers came together at Cairo
Festival City Mall to give Cairo an exquisite night full of Spring/Summer
trends, culture, glamour, and entertainment. Platinum Sponsors included:
Timberland, Levis, Quiksilver, Vans, Rockport, and GEOX. Regionally
prominent retail brands and this season’s silver sponsors Max Fashions and
Splash Fashions.
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Jumia Chic Asfour Award
Winners Create A New Shoot for
Fashion Elites
After the grand success of the Jumia Chic Asfour Awards, all the
winners decided to get together for one more time to create the
shoot of Egypt’s fashion elite. The shoot is exclusively done by
the Jumia Chic Asfour Awards winners and showcased designs
made by the award winning designers in different categories;
including Malak El Ezzawy, Sara Hegazy, Mohanad Kojak,
ZAAM designs, and Alia Khafaga.
On Spot
Nissan PlayStation®
GT Academy Set for the
Biggest Event in 2015
Nissan and PlayStation® will once again be searching the
virtual world of Gran Turismo®6 for a real world racing
driver. The revolutionary GT Academy is preparing for its
biggest year yet, offering gamers the chance to live the dream
as a NISMO Athlete racing driver. In 2015 this opportunity
is being extended to aspiring racers in North Africa. GT
Academy is being launched in Egypt, Algeria, and Morocco.
Doritos
Celebrates “The Avengers”
Premiere Amid Spectacular Turnout
Doritos, PepsiCo’s popular snack brand, celebrated the premiere of
“Avengers: Age of Ultron” with its lovers in an exclusive show for
the first time in Egypt and the entire world before the official show
time in US, as part of a prosperous partnership between Doritos and
Marvel, a prominent comic books publisher that is loved by millions
of fans across the world. This one-of-a-kind partnership was inked
in line with Doritos’ sense of action and adventure and in light of
Doritos’ keenness to provide its fans with cutting edge products, full
of inspiration as one of the renowned snacks among fans of action
movies.
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OYSHO
Celebrates the Launch of
OYSHO Moments SS15
Collection
OYSHO’s health advocate hosted an in store event to
celebrate the launch of the new campaign for SS15
collection, which focuses on yoga, wellness, fitness, and
healthy lifestyles. ‘OYSHOMoments’ campaign is all about
your OYSHO moment, which is whatever you do to relax,
indulge, and shut down from the world as well as get in your
comfort zone, to recharge and reboot. Media and fashion
bloggers enjoyed the celebration that reflected OYSHO’s
concept of health and wellbeing. Don’t forget to check out
OYSHO’s range of stylish gym wear, which is a must-have
for everyone this summer!
On Spot
City Centre Maadi Celebrates
Spring with Renowned Fashion
& Beauty Experts
City Centre Maadi welcomed spring with a flair for fashion
by hosting a Spring Fashion Campaign from April 11- May 8.
Owned and managed by Majid Al Futtaim, the mall featured
numerous zones dedicated to the likes of fashion, beauty,
and health, along with numerous competitions designed to
address the needs/tastes of the most affluent customers. In
addition, the mall organized a shop and win campaign to
allow customers to win a complete make-over in the biggest
hairdresser’s and make-up house in town as well as shopping
vouchers worth EGP 3000 from the biggest fashion shops in
the mall.
Charms JW Ladies
Society Event
“Different Minds, Different Genders”
JW Marriott Cairo hosted a spectacular event for the Charms JW
Ladies Society “Different Minds, Different Genders,” at Ahlein
Lebanese restaurant. The event started with an eye opening session
by Dr. Medhat Abdel Hady, Professor of Psychotherapy and
marriage counselor featuring fundamental psychological differences
between genders. Chef Nassib created a delicious menu with
remarkable flavor combinations from the heart of the Lebanese
cuisine to the refined taste of the invitees who received a special gift
and enjoyed a duetto followed by a lively belly dancer show.
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Massimo Dutti Celebrates
SS15 Collection
at CFC
Massimo Dutti invited fashion bloggers and lifestyle media
to celebrate the launch of SS15 collection. The variety of
color in the collection is unimaginable. All the blues are on
board and are combined with earthy colors, warm yellows,
ochers, neutrals, and whites. The Massimo Dutti Women
collection is inspired by the beaches of the world, an intense
journey around the best spots on the planet, from Greece to
the Caribbean, via ancient Egypt. As for Men’s collection, the
inspiration comes from multicultural Miami.
On Spot
Marriott
International Reaffirms Its
Commitment To Egypt With
#Activ8egypt Campaign
Marriott International is reaffirming its commitment to
the revival of Egypt’s tourism sector through the regional
announcement of the #Activ8Egypt campaign. #Activ8Egypt
emphasizes Marriott International’s commitment to work
with partners to revive tourism in Egypt, focusing on driving
significant incremental revenues through three strategic pillars
–local, GCC, and international inbound tourism.
Eat All You Can at Filini Italian
Brunch, Radisson Blu Hotel
Cairo Heliopolis
Filini is offering you an unforgettable Italian experience. Eat
all you can from a selection of Italian menu on Fridays from
1 pm till 5 pm for LE. 190++. The menu boasts a plenitude
of traditional Italian dishes ranging from Saltimbocca a la
Romana, Osso Buco, to Lasagna Al Forno and much more
to choose from. The excellence of the restaurant is fulfilled
by its efficient service and friendly, attentive staff.
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SODIC
Celebrates Westown Hub
Grand Opening During a Two
Day Spring Festival
SODIC officially launched its newest entertainment
complex “Westown Hub” during a two-day grand opening
Spring Festival starting Friday, May 15th. Ideally located
in the heart of Westown, The Hub boasts some of Cairo’s
finest restaurants and cafés as well as diverse services, sports
outlets, and a 2000 sq. indoor/outdoor dedicated children
space, making it the go-to destination for the whole family.
The two-day grand opening was attended by over 10,000
visitors, with wider communities of 6 October and Sheikh
Zayed continuing to flood the venue since.
Mercedes-Benz Egypt
Hosts its 7th Round of the Mercedes
Trophy at the Sokhna Golf Club
For its 7th round, the Mercedes Trophy took place at the Sokhna
Golf Club, where Egypt’s top golf players competed together at the
national final. Three Egyptians, Mansour Kabbani, Kareem Fawzy,
and Hesham El Baddaly, are qualified to the final International
tournament in Stuttgart, Germany, in October 2015, where they
will compete against participants from over 60 countries. The
qualifying rounds took place at the Allegria Golf Club, Alexandria
Sporting Club, the Katameya Dunes Golf Club, and for the first
time at the Gezirah Golf club, Egypt’s first golf club and one of the
oldest golf courses in Africa and the Middle East.
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InterContinental Cairo
Citystars Hosts Media
Figures for an Italian
Cooking Class
InterContinental Cairo Citystars threw a dazzling cooking class
with the Italian Michelin star chef Theodor Falser. Cooking
class was attended by press and media figures. Guests enjoyed
the unique Italian cooking experience before they headed to
Maestro Terrace to enjoy a great, mouth-watering Italian
lunch.
Centrepoint Launches A
New Branch
at Mall of Egypt
As a result of the tremendous success earned by the Egyptian
society, Centrepoint celebrated the launch of its new branch
in Mall of Egypt, 6th of October, with a number of media
and press figures. The store showcases an extensive collection
of clothes, accessories, footwear, and child essentials, which
makes it the ultimate shopping destination for families.
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Hers
Celebrates its Third
Anniversary at Dusit Thani
LakeView
Kicking up life to the next level, Hers hosted a spectacular
event for all female fitness enthusiasts at the Dusit Thani
LakeView. The event comprised of a number of classes
taught by top-notch instructors, in addition to a RISE
Bazaar, bringing a selection of Egypt’s finest contributions
for women under one roof. To top it all off, the anniversary
event featured awareness sessions that concern all women.
A belly dancing competition, judged by the legends Lucy &
Nagwa Fouad, concluded the event.
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Golden Home Kitchen
Celebrates Its Grand Opening
Golden Home Kitchens celebrated their largest showroom
Grand Opening event on May 23rd, 2015. Golden Home
Kitchens’ designs are extravagant beyond your imagination
and their event surpassed all expectations of a kitchen store.
Attendees were greeted with drinks and cupcakes and each
received a generous 20%-30% deduction in all purchases.
Hassan Ramzy, a growing Egyptian musician, gave us a
breathtaking acoustic performance and Magdy Azmy took
the stage with his violin and added a classical twist to our
favorite pop songs.
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