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Dear readers,
Welcome to our October issue of ABODE magazine.
I hope your Eid Al-Adha celebrations were pleasant and full of joy and that if
you travelled outside of Doha this Eid, it was a wonderful, relaxing break.
We have, again, been working tirelessly to put together a new issue and this
month we are happy to showcase the latest collection by Antonio Croce on
our cover, shot by the talented photographer Nina Benati. We are in the
throes of fall and are approaching the end of fashion week- a truly creative
period in the industry. Look out for our guide to everything Spring/Summer
2017 and the latest trends due to hit stores next year.
Our beauty editor Sharice Tan, teaches us how to cut our hair at home, treat
our skin with nourishing face masks as well as treatments using home
ingredients and 1000-year-old concoctions.
We are also paying homage to breast cancer awareness this month with our
beauty box dedicated purely to pink cosmetics as a way to create awareness
about the deadly disease. Please remember that care is absolute- prevention
is the ideal. So be sure to get regular checkups and be safe, not sorry!
This month we are travelling to the luxurious location of Monaco- a small city
state situated in the south of France where we will be discovering beautiful
places to dine out with friends and family, fun places to take your children
and opulent hotels to rest your head at night.
On that note, I would like to wish you a wonderful October, we hope you
continue to make use of each moment you have to better yourself and the
lives of those you love.
NASSER AHMED HASSAN BILAL
EDITOR
IN CHIEF's
L E T T E R
DISTRIBUTION
ASSISTANT
Jaya Prasad Gautam
SOCIAL MEDIA
COORDINATOR
Donnabelle Ribu
PHOTOGRAPHER
Jessie Palanca
OFFICE
ADMINISTRATOR
Carmela Yao
WEB
COORDINATOR
Imran Khan
ASSISTANT SALES &
MARKETING MANAGER
Marian Nagy
SALES & MARKETING
MANAGER
Luciana Cunha Franca
ADMINISTRATIVE &
MARKETING COORDINATOR
Mirasol Vinculado
EDITOR
Annabel Rooney
EDITORIAL DIRECTOR
Antony D. Antoniou
ART DIRECTOR &
PRODUCTION MANAGER
Lindsey Steenkamp
EDITORIAL
COORDINATOR
Hairiya Santos
GRAPHIC
DESIGNER
John Lee
CHAIRMAN
Ahmed Hassan Bilal
EDITOR-IN-CHIEF
Nasser Ahmed Hassan Bilal

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Contents
CONTRIBUTORS
Lara Bechalany
Chiara Amodeo
Sharice Tan
Jennifer Douglas
Bianca Angelo
Rachel Ann Morris
Francesca Cruz
6JEWELLERY EDIT
Fall trends are taking over
as we see the seasonal change
now upon us. Check out
our jewellery edit on page 6
featuring the work of Ralph
Masri
14HOW MUCH DOES A
CHANEL COST?
Read our detailed guide to
where designer bags get their
price tags from.
16HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!
Posh and Becks share their 17
year anniversary this year. Let's
celebrate!
24Kenzo designers talk
taking risks with the new
H&M collection
30COVER STORY:
Antonio Croce's fall 2016
collection makes a splash!

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JEWELLERY EDIT
RALPH
MASRIThe Master Jeweller
of the Middle East
REVIVING AN ANCIENT ALPHABET:
INTRODUCING THE NEW PHOENICIAN SCRIPT COLLECTION.
Following his acclaimed 2015 collection Sacred Windows, Ralph Masri has the pleasure
of introducing his brand new fine jewellery collection entitled Phoenician Script, inspired
by letters of the ancient Phoenician alphabet. Phoenician Script reflects Masri’s enduring
fascination with history and his desire to lend an architectural perspective to his classically
sculpted heirloom pieces.
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Documented as early as 1050 BC,
the Phoenician alphabet is one of
the earliest scripts to be discovered
and referenced as the origin source
of Latin, Greek, Arabic, Hebrew
and even influencing many written
scripts of India and East Asia.
As the alphabet was typically incised
with a stylus constructed from reeds,
its shape was uniquely angular
and straight. Setting diamonds
and coloured gems into 18ct white,
rose and yellow gold, Masri brings
this written script to life with the
pairing of unusual colours, creating
dimension while retaining the stylus-
inscribed calligraphic quality and
uniquely prehistoric essence.
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Pear-shaped sapphires, rubies
and citrines perfectly set into
the angles add an exquisite
statement without disrupting the
flow of his cleverly constructed
geometry. With timelessness and
heritage at heart, Phoenician
Script is an evolution of Masri’s
vision to create generational
heirlooms that dazzle with
sophistication and a cultural
point of view – especially
reflective of his Oriental roots.

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Prices are all upon request
Discover the collection at
www.ralphmasri.com
Collection available at Sauce Rocks,
The Galleria Mall, Al Wasl Road,
Dubai +971-4-3440608

INSPIRING
AN AUTHENTIC YOU
H&MFALL2016
COLLECTION
This fall’s all
about empowering
women everywhere
to break boundaries
of stereotypes and just
be free to look and feel
comfortable with who they
are. Women everywhere can
create fashion statement styles
by wearing what they love and
look beautiful as long as they are
comfortable.
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The
Fall
Fashion
collection
by H&M is
designed
especially to
inspire you
to create your
personal fashion
statement this
season. By mixing
and matching the
key pieces of the
collection you will
feel feminine, relaxed,
stylish and laid back
so you can be on-trend
yet comfortable all at the
same time.
This autumn’s hero is the
bomber jacket! Pair it with a
long skirt or your daily denim.
Don’t miss out on the season’s
favourite fashion best practice;
layers,
maxi skirts, baggy sweaters with
jeans, warm hoodies with crisp
shirts and boots, maxi dresses with
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oversized
coats and
many more
different looks
to compliment all
your fashion needs.
The pieces in this
collection come in
colours that will boost
your confidence like
maroon, brown, black,
grey and khaki.
Make H&M your destination
for the most stylish fashion
this fall by discovering the
latest trends that will inspire
you to break free of the typical
“feminine” look.
This collection is available now in
H&M, Villaggio Mall, Doha, Qatar.
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PUTTING A PRICE TAG ON
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hanel, Hermes, Louis Vuitton, or Prada; let’s face it: we all want to a have a closet filled with leather goods signed by these
aforementioned luxury labels. However, as time passes and as the years go by, consumers continue to notice ever rising price
increases for these coveted pieces. ABODE takes a closer look at what factors drive these unstoppable surges and sheds some light
on the most coveted luxury handbags in the business.
A Himalayan crocodile Birkin and a barbie-pink crocodile skin Birkin were recently sold for over QR 1,092,400 each during different auctions
that took place around the world. The price tags of these two handbags can be alternatively used to buy a luxurious villa in Bali, five new
models of BMW X5 Jeeps, and pay for two or three children’s college tuition. Last year, the Hermes Birkin bag officially became the world’s
most expensive handbag thanks to limited edition pieces that take months to make, feature diamond encrusted hardware and include
hundreds of carats of diamonds. In fact, this bag is so exclusive to the point where it has been rumored for years that only 10 craftsmen know
how to manufacture a Hermes Birkin. The Business of Fashion reports that Hermes even increased the price of the Birkin by 60% in the past
decade- prices now start at QR 27,600 and can go up to hundreds of thousands for the more exclusive one-off models. The reason why these
goods are so expensive, though, is down to a few factors:
Production Costs:
Costs of producing
luxury handbags start
from the design studio
and go all the way to the
delivery of the product in
store as well as the cost
of real estate and sales
advisors’ salaries. If you
add the raw materials
and manufacturing costs,
as well huge budgets for
marketing, most brands
report a gross production
margin of about 65%.
Raw material costs have
become a huge concern
for luxury labels: in
addition to the scarcity of
a lot of material nowadays,
cattle prices have risen
by 7.3% in recent
years. To limit these hefty
expenses, brands such
as Louis Vuitton and
Hermes have decided
controversially to invest in
Australian crocodile farms
to ensure a constant
supply.
Perception and Brand
Image: While Burberry
has declared that it will
increase its prices to
attract new wealthier
customers, Chanel has
stated that in order to
remain exclusive, it will
increase the price of its
iconic flap bag every year.
After years and years in
the market, brands have
come to understanding
that the more expensive
something is, the more
exclusive, and thus
desirable it is.
The Fear of Mark-
downs: While brands
such as Louis Vuitton and
Hermes never place their
merchandise on mark-
downs, other high-end
labels propose price cuts
in order to clear inventory
and make way for a new
season. Due to the reces-
sion all over the world,
customers wait longer to
buy luxury leather goods,
thus forcing department
stores to provide dis-
counts up to 70% off. To
avoid a decrease in profit,
some brands have decid-
ed to increase their selling
price to save on losing
profits once the discount
period starts.
The Demand is still
there: The rich are getting
richer; recent reports
confirm that the world is
overflowing with over 12
million individuals who
share a wealth of over $46
trillion combined. Luxury
brands have taken note of
this and thus, continue to
increase their prices.
The need to cover
other brand costs: When
Louis Vuitton splurges
over QR 1,092,400 on a
single 15-minute runway
show, this money needs
to come back somehow.
Luxury labels know that
leather goods, shoes,
and cosmetics bring in
the big money and can
cover the high costs
placed on brand image
maintenance and less
successful brand lines,
namely, clothes.
ByLaraBechalany
LUXURY
HANDBAGS
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HERMES
CHANEL
Speedy
Though introduced in the
1930s, the Louis Vuitton
"Speedy 300" had a
surprisingly youthful look
and is still widely popular
nowadays. The bag is
also known to be reliable
for travel and is widely
accepted as an “affordable” luxury item. Starting price is around
QR 3,500 although special editions can cost up to QR 9,000.
Get to Know
the Luxury
Industry’s
Most Iconic
Handbags:
The Birkin
Hermes makes the list again with the
signature “Birkin” bag that was first
introduced in 1981. Inspired by and
named after singer Jane Birkin, this
iconic bag is similar to the “Kelly”, but
is larger in size. Want to include it in
your wardrobe? Well brace yourself;
the waiting list to own a Birkin is up
to SIX years! A new Birkin will set you
back QR 47,000 while a pre-owned
one retails for about QR 36,500.
The “Kelly” bag
Possibly one of the most iconic
handbags of all time, this sublime
piece was first introduced in the
1930s. The bag’s original name was
changed to the “Kelly” in 1956, soon
after Princess Grace of Monaco was
spotted holding it to shield her
pregnancy away from the prying eyes
of paparazzi. This Hermes icon is one
of the first truly modern bags and is
considered by many as the “ideal day
bag”. Want to own one? Then you
better start saving! The Kelly’s starting
price is QR 27,600 and goes all the way
up to QR 58,000!
Lady Dior Cannage Tote
While on a trip to Paris in the 90s, the
late Princess Diana fell in love with this
handbag. Since then, this iconic bag
became known as the “Lady D” or “Lady
Dior”. “Cannage” refers to the type of
stitching that makes the bag look the
way it does. Today, Dior introduced
a smaller sized version of Lady Dior
and added a shoulder strap for better
support. The massive French house’s
iconic bag retails for about QR 9,000.
The 2.55 flap bag
Generally labelled as way ahead of her time, Coco Chanel
didn’t want to carry a bag by hand anymore and created the
strap instead. This accessory accompanied the introduction
of the Chanel 2.55 Flap Bag in 1955. This iconic bag provides
instant sophistication and poise and can be dressed up or
down depending on the occasion. These days, this high-
end piece is available in a variety of colours and retails at a
starting price of QR 10,000.
Fun Fact! Rumour has it that the bag’s zip compartment was
used by Coco Chanel to hide her lover's secret letters.
JaneBirkincarryingtheHermesBirkinBag
GraceKellycarryingtheKelly
AudreyHepburnwithhercustomizedLouisVuittonSpeedy
PrincessDianacarriestheLadyDior
DIOR
LOUISVUITTON
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It’s been 17 years since Victoria Adams
married David Beckham, becoming
Mrs Victoria Beckham, and leading the
genetically blessed twosome to take the
world by storm with their football/pop star-
turned-fashion-designer combo.
The Beckhams are practically
royalty to the extent that they were once dubbed the most famous
“brand” in Britain. They always seem to make a splash in every single
country they set foot in, and with Victoria’s current A-list fashion designer
status, this couple shows no sign of slowing down. So, in honour of Posh
and Becks’ 17 years of togetherness, here are 17 of their best (and cutest!)
fashion moments together!
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POSH & BECKS
1998
Victoria and David were
snapped on one of their
first dates together
in 1998. Take a look
at David in slides and
what looks like a sarong
wrapped around his
waist- what a far cry
away from his major
fashion moments!
2006 As David grew his hair out,
Victoria switched things up and went for a dark
pixie haircut as both continued to rule Madrid.
They’re ENGAGED!
A few days after
David popped the
question, Victoria
flaunted her major
sparkler while
wearing a black
leather trim coat as
David looked on
in matching black.
Look how young
they both were!
1999
Posh and Becks gave
new meaning to “all
black everything”
by slipping into his
and hers matching
Versace leather
bodysuits in 1999.
You really just can’t
turn your head away
from this fashion
crime!
2000 David and Victoria say “I Do” in a
lavish ceremony that took place in 2000. Victoria
wore a custom made strapless Vera Wang design
and accessorised with a mini tiara and a floral
bouquet accentuated with red apples. David was
the perfect match in a cream-coloured suit.
2003
A few years
later, David
and Victoria
brought out their
Sunday best to
Buckingham
Palace on the
day David was
given the title
of “Officer of
the British
Empire”. Becks’
dapper suit may
have just been
overshadowed
by Victoria’s
extravagant
fascinator!2007 The Beckhams go blond! 2 kids and a
move to Madrid later, Posh and Becks both chopped
their hair off and started sporting lighter colours; Victoria
went for a golden shade, while hubby David ventured
into a grey blond. Needless to say, the power couple was
spotted at every major event in the Spanish capital.
The Beckhams continued
to rule the British capital
with their envious jet-set
lifestyle and perfect hair.

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2011 While
pregnant with
daughter Harper,
Victoria and
David attended
Prince William and
HRH Catherine
Middleton’s
royal wedding in
London. David
looked sharp in a
tux while Victoria
showed off her
pregnancy glow in
a minimalistic navy
dress from her own
line and matched
it with a fascinator
and towering
Louboutins.
2014 David and
Victoria celebrated 15
years of togetherness by
attending 2014’s MET Gala.
Victoria shined in a simple
white column dress by her
label, while David followed
suit in a matching white
blazer and black pants.
2016 Fresh off the news of her
new makeup line in collaboration with
Estee Lauder, Victoria is featured on the
cover of British Vogue’s October 2016 issue-
a year that also marks her 17th wedding
anniversary with David. Inside the mag,
Posh wrote a letter to her 18-year-old
self, entitled “What I wish I’d known” and
featured a heartfelt declaration that “love,
at first sight, does exist. It will happen to
you in the Manchester United players’
lounge”. She also writes “…you will see
David standing aside with his family. (He’s
not even in the first team at this stage- you
are the famous one.) And he has such a
cute smile. You, too, are close to your family,
and you will think how similar he feels to
you.”
What a wonderful way to celebrate 17
years with the man you love! Here’s to
many more years of Posh and Becks
because- what would we do without
them?
2013
The gorgeous
couple has
graced the
covers of
countless
magazines
over the years.
Here, they seem
picture perfect
on the cover of
Vogue Paris as
they continue
their world
domination.
2012 No better place to be
seen than at the Vanity Fair Oscar
party! In 2012, Posh & Becks attended
the lavish after-party looking like
movie stars! Victoria wowed in a
military inspired column gown
from her line, while David was his
handsome self in a black suit and
bow tie.
2015 The
Beckhams have been
long known to top
almost every guest list
out there; the entire
family was seated
front row at Burberry’s
“London in Los Angeles”
fashion show that was
held in Los Angeles in
2015.
The genetically gifted pair proudly showed
off the latest addition to their family; an
adorable daughter named Harper! The
little one was seen travelling all over the
world with her famous parents.
The beautiful family attended the
Viva Forever musical in London in
late 2013. Victoria stood out in yet
another ensemble from her own
design and stunned as she proudly
looked on to her husband and three
boys – who were dressed in suits.
This couple is here to stay:
Victoria gets playful with
her hubby as they walk
down the red carpet at
the 60th London Evening
Standard Theatre Awards
red carpet; him in a navy
blue tux and her in a classic
black strapless jumpsuit.

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Michael Kors
Fall 2016
“From glamorous to laid-back, swanky
to tomboy, this season is all about
individual style.” Says kors about his
feminine new collection. “This season,
we’re throwing out the rulebook.
From flirty feathers to textural tweeds,
it’s all about individual style and
clothes with personality.”
Photography by Mario Testino
Michale Kors is available in stores on
level 1, Lagoona Mall+974 44607469

This October, get glam with me as we effortlessly move from day to night in luxury ensembles for the working
woman out there. You’ll find a chic pair of Aquazzura flats transform into an uber sexy pair of Valentino boots.
Either way, don’t miss the hottest pieces available this season!
Follow Mrs. B on Instagram @Bonjour_MrsB for daily inspiration!
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H&M and Kenzo are both names synonymous with pushing
boundaries and encouraging their clientele to explore their
personal sense of style and go against the grain. In this exclusive
interview with ABODE, Kenzo creative directors Humberto Leon
and Carol Lim tell us about their new collaboration with H&M
and how, through keeping with founder Kenzō Takada’s vision,
they’re going to make this the most covetable collaboration yet.
ABODE: What made you want
to collaborate with H&M?
Humberto Leon: We love how much
fun you can have with an H&M
collaboration. It’s an opportunity
to do something big and bold that
people can afford. We looked back
at past H&M collaborations and saw
how much fun they had, like the
amazing wedding dress they did
with Viktor & Rolf.
Carol Lim: We queued up for the
very first H&M collaboration with
Karl Lagerfeld. I remember waiting
in line for it outside the SoHo H&M
store in New York. I remember how
everyone was so excited, the energy
was crazy. We wanted to give people
the chance to have the same fun
with KENZO.
ABODE: What’s the idea
behind the KENZO x H&M
collection?
Humberto Leon: We wanted to
make this like a three-dimensional
conversation between us and what
Kenzo Takada had started. We’ve
never really played with the archives
at KENZO, and we felt it was a
great opportunity to storytell and
have some fun. We wanted to do
something totally unique with this
H&M collaboration and look at the
history of the brand through 21st-
century eyes.
Carol Lim: There are a lot of young
people who think Humberto and I
started KENZO five years ago. They
don’t know the story of Kenzo
Takada, and how revolutionary his
fashion was in 1970s Paris. He was
making clothing for women to wear
that was fun and exciting, breaking
the rules with total freedom. It was
pure fashion to wear in everyday life,
and it’s still very relevant today.
ABODE: How did you bring
together your world with the
archives for KENZO x H&M?
Humberto Leon: KENZO x H&M is
even more playful and proud than
anything we’ve done with KENZO
before. We’ve approached it a little
differently than the work we do at
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chance to dream and think about pure fashion. We wanted to take
our prints, Kenzo Takada’s prints, our look, his look, and to say that
anything goes, clash it all, have fun. The great thing is none of this
existed in our line before. We truly designed this collection for
H&M in its purest form. For us, it’s exciting because maybe you’ve
bought from our KENZO collections before, or you once bought
from Kenzo Takada’s collections, but you definitely wouldn’t have
any of this.
Carol Lim: Every piece is a conversation between us and Kenzo
Takada. Nothing is taken directly from the archives, whether we’ve
used our prints for an iconic style, or refreshed the design to make
it part of our world. I love that this conversation is taking place
across four decades, and yet it feels so alive and relevant for today.
ABODE: Can you talk us through some of the key women’s
pieces?
Carol Lim: They’re all key pieces! If I had to pick, I’d say the ribbon
dress is one of the most collectable in the collection. It’s an iconic
style, and yet Kenzo Takada only ever made two of them, one of
which we have in the archives. I love what a strong statement it is.
It’s a tiered dress entirely made from ribbons woven in the different
prints of the collection, trimmed with black lace. Then there're
the kimonos, which we’ve made reversible, and I love the off-the-
shoulder leopard print top and long skirt. I love its playfulness and
movement. I love the faux fur pieces, it’s really hard to choose!
Humberto Leon: The whole collection is playful. We’ve made a
shorter, lighter version of the ribbon dress too, and I love how so
many of the pieces are like mash-ups of different prints and ideas.
Details were so important to Kenzo Takada, and in this collection
I love all the little antiqued flower buttons that fasten mandarin
collars, or the embroidered patches we’ve used for the logo
sweatshirts. We wanted every piece to matter, and for everyone to
feel like they’ve got something special from KENZO x H&M.
ABODE: What are the key pieces in the men’s collection?
Humberto Leon: The men’s collection is full of big, bold fashion
ideas. We wanted to push the prints, the colours and the clashes
and make some major statements. I love the reversible trench that
you can unzip the bottom panel to turn it into a bomber, or the fake
fur top that’s like a fun take on outdoors wear. The details are super
important, like the printed performance zips that are like borders
on the multi-print down jacket, or the beaded logo on a sweatshirt,
or the silicon and woven medallion patches on a chunky knit.
CarolLim:Weknowthatmenwanttohaveasmuchfunwithfashion
as women. This collaboration with H&M was a great opportunity
to show that on such a global platform, and to be expressive
and proud with men’s style. What’s great about this collection is
that men can take pieces from it and wear them in their own way.
We’ve always believed that people should interpret fashion for
themselves, and this is the perfect collection of statement pieces
to mix in so you can play with your everyday wardrobe.
ABODE: Who is the KENZO x H&M collection for?
CarolLim:WewantedKENZOxH&Mtospeakacrossthegenerations.
We love that there’ll be 15-year-old kids who’ll be wearing KENZO
for the first time, alongside 20 or 30-year-olds who’ve been making
KENZO part of their wardrobe since Humberto and I started at
the label. Then there’ll be those who were lucky enough to have
been alive during the time of Kenzo Takada, who’ll come to the
collection for a taste of their heritage, and to wear the prints and
styles that they once loved all over again.
Humberto Leon: We look at this collaboration as a celebration. It’s
a celebration of the work of Kenzo Takada, but also a celebration
of fashion and the joy that you can have with what you wear. It’s
amazing that it’s on such a global platform, a celebration taking
place all around the world at the same moment. We want to think
big, make a bold statement, do the unexpected. There are so
many surprises to come in the months ahead as we tell the story
of KENZO x H&M.
KENZOxHM collection will be available across the Middle East in selected H&M stores on 3rd November 2016.
Behind the scenes...

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PASTEL
Spring is usually the time pastels come alive,
intricately woven into knits, suede’s and silk.
But change up your style this Fall and go
against the grain in these wardrobe staples.
There’s no better recipe for standing out in
a crowd than with Fall’s blush pinks, baby
blues, and buttercup yellows!
HELMUT LANG
QR 1,809
Dolce&Gabbana
RihannainGiambattistaValli
RENÉ
CAOVILLA
QR 700
ALEXANDER
MCQUEEN
QR 5,586
REISS
QR 1,170
CASSANDRA
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ANTONIO CROCE
THE FALL/WINTER 2016
COLLECTION
Shot on location in Milan, Italy
Photography by Nima Benati
Independent and contemporary, yet at the same time romantic and sensual, the Antonio
Croce woman is at the centre of the new Fall/Winter 2016 collection. These elegant, bold
garments cascade in lilac, pacific, ice and other soft pastel colours, bringing out the best of
her nuances. Enveloping coats embellished with soft shaded fur collars accompany precious
Valencienne lace and chiffon silk garments, creating novel combinations that enhance
contrast.
In the same vein as the previous collection, duchesse plays a leading role: its smooth and
full-bodied structure perfectly fits the retro dresses with full skirts, trench coats, and a
contemporary taste.
Lastly, the garment that perfectly represents Antonio Croce’s essence is the biker jacket,
making its grand return with a contemporary interpretation.
Antonio Croce available exclusively online at www.antoniocroce.com

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A Luxury
CapsuleCollection
A S T O N M A R T I N
B Y H A C K E T T
Luxury British carmaker Aston Martin
and menswear retailer Hackett has
announced a new, long-term global
partnership. In line with the reveal of
Aston Martin’s highly anticipated DB11,
the first fruits of the new partnership
is revealed when Hackett launches
an exclusive capsule collection for
Autumn/Winter 2016 entitled ‘Aston
Martin by Hackett’.
Reflecting on the quintessentially
British brand values of both
Hackett London and Aston
Martin, the new collection is
innovative, luxurious and the
epitome of style. The luxurious
14-piece Aston Martin by Hackett
collection includes outerwear,
knitwear, shirts, trousers and
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The Aston Martin by Hackett
collection will be available to
purchase from 5th September 2016
on www.hackett.com and across
global Hackett flagship stores.
Building on the foundations of that strong relationship, the Aston
Martin by Hackett collection offers an all-new range of luxurious
clothing that reflects the coming together of two stylish brands.

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SMASHBOX
Fusion Soft Lights
QR 169
DOLCE
AND GABBANA
Miss Dolce
Eyeshadow Palette
QR 295
October is Breast Cancer
Awareness month and as we learn
about prevention and raise awareness
we want to highlight the importance of getting
regular screenings and we want to honour the brave
battles millions of women around the world with breast
cancer have fought.
MARC JACOBS
Le Marc Lip Crème
Lipstick
QR 150
YVES SAINT
LAURENT
Mon Paris Eau
de Parfum
QR 691
BECCA
Shimmering
Skin Perfector
QR 188
HUDABEAUTY
Liquid Matte lipstick
QR 100
GUERLAIN
La Petite Robe Notre 001
Nail Polish
QR 130
ESTEE
LAUDER
Resilience Lift
Eye Crème
QR 356
ORIGINS
Original Skin Essence Lotion
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autyBo
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BEAUTY REPORT
HOMEMADE
Beauty Recipes
If you're on a quest for perfect skin, a trip to the kitchen is an easier and better
route than a trip to the drugstore. This month, join us as we give our skin a
break from all the different scrubs, creams and lotions available on the market
which actually contains ingredients you own at home.
1. Ginger Bread
BODY SCRUB
If you've been under a lot of stress lately or you're
just craving a little down time, treat yourself to
a pampering session- starting with a good body
scrub. Ginger and cinnamon works both as an
anti-inflammatory prescription to your skin and
cinnamon helps to soothe dry skin. What's better
than smelling like a gingerbread cookie while having
soft and healthy skin?
2. French Toast
LIP SCRUB
Rule number one for every lip scrub
is that it should always taste nice.
Imagine a lip scrub tasting like
breakfast- say hello to the french
toast lip scrub. It contains sugar
which serves as an exfoliant
and coconut oil to nourish and
moisturise. Another important
ingredient is nutmeg as it
lightens dark lips and makes them
appear more red and healthy.
ByShariceTan
• 2 tablespoons of brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon of cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons of ginger
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
Lather all over the skin and
leave for 10 minutes.
Combine
• 1 tablespoon of white sugar
• 1 tablespoon of coconut oil
• 1 tablespoon of nutmeg
•1 tablespoon maple syrup.
Scrub gently onto the lips for 1
minute and wash off.
Combine

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3. Mint Chocolate
FACE MASK
This has to be our favourite, the most edible and best-smelling
recipe. If you love chocolate and fresh scents, you'll be obsessed
with making these. The key ingredients are cocoa and mint.
Cocoa powder helps rejuvenate the skin and prevent sunburn
while increasing blood flow to the face. Mint leaves treat irritated
skin and helps to shrink pores, reducing the chance of any
breakouts you may unwittingly be about to have. Your skin will
feel fully-hydrated right after using this mask.
4. Strawberries and Cream
HAIR MASK
For the ultimate pampering session, give your
locks some love with this hair mask, perfect
for both dry and oily hair. It is a beneficial
remedy for hair fall due to clogged pores
of the scalp. It works as a deep conditioner
and leaves your hair tangle-free.
• 3 tablespoons of cocoa powder
• 2 tablespoons of almond oil
• 2 tablespoons chopped
mint leaves
• 1 tablespoon of raw honey
Combine
• 2 cups of mayonnaise
• 1 cup of plain yoghurt
• 15-20 diced strawberries.
This mask can be left on the hair
for up to 1 hour.
Combine

Modern women have reassessed their
expectations of anti-aging skincare. They
are more knowledgeable and demanding,
expecting visible results, textures that transform
skincare into a sensory pleasure, and all-round
benefits that keep up with the increasing pace
of their lifestyles. By harnessing the power of
science and listening to women’s needs, the
Givenchy Laboratories have created L’Intemporel:
the first comprehensive skincare to combine
the unrivalled excellence of 3 fundamental anti-
aging molecules known for their guaranteed
effectiveness and a decisive biotechnological
innovation – the beneficial power of light.
By combining these 3 fundamental active
ingredients with a state-of-the-art innovation,
L’Intemporel offers the best anti-aging weapon –
Timeless Blend Complex.
Now available at Wojooh stores
in Villaggio and Landmark Mall
GIVENCHY
is listening to
women’s needs
and harnessing
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byAnnabelRooney
Qatar is home to many beautiful and cultural
landmarks such as the Museum of Islamic Art, the
State Grand Mosque and Souq Waqif. Tourists flock
to our beloved country each year to experience the diverse
culture that exists here and without a doubt, a visit to the
labyrinthine channels hidden inside the Souq is not to be
missed. Nestled deep within the heart of Souq Waqif lies
Al Jasra Boutique Hotel. I had the pleasure of visiting the
picturesque Al Jasra SPA and treated myself to a luxurious
Moroccan Hammam treatment and, as an extra indulgence,
an Eminence paprika facial was a last minute addition.
As with every experience you will have at Al Jasra, my day
was filled with opulence and it all started once I entered
the Al Jasra SPA on a hot day after a stressful day at work.
I was greeted immediately by a staff member and asked
what exactly it was that I was looking for and shortly after
a personal consultation with my therapist, Mina, I was lead
to a private change room in which to lighten my load and
get ready for my treatment. The Moroccan Hammam began
in a room with Mina lathering my skin with black soap
(made from olive oil, ground olive pits, and eucalyptus) that
prepares it for an exfoliation with the traditional Kessa (a
glove made of granular tissue that readies the body for a
deep skin scrub that purifies and promotes blood circulation
activation). After 7 to 10 minutes, with the room full of steam
infused with eucalyptus essential oil that helps to increase
the breathing technique and respiratory system, I am rinsed
and the exfoliation begins. All impurities are removed and
I could literally see the dead skin falling off of me! I was left
with a natural glow- what more could a girl want? A Ghassoul
mask (desert crystals that contain a high concentration of
minerals such as potassium, sodium, magnesium and iron)
is also applied all over my skin. After 15 minutes in the steam
room, it was time to cool down. Outside the Hammam
facility, my feet were washed with cold water and beautiful
peppermint body milk was applied in order to cool me
down. I was left feeling fresh and invigorated. Now onto the
facial I so desperately needed.
After reading the options of facials from the menu, I was
intrigued by the Eminence paprika facial. Was this really
paprika that was going to be applied to my face? What
would that be like? I wanted to know more.
The Eminence paprika facial offers a truly exquisite facial with
all natural ingredients. As Mina was applying it to my bare
face, I could see the fresh fruit pulp (made from a unique
combination of organic apples, grapes and naseberries)
and could actually smell the fresh herbs. Delightful! Earlier I
wondered if the facial would be hot on my skin, remember?
Well, it most certainly was. The hot concoction is composed
mainly of Hungarian paprika (a highly active detoxifier
and oxygen booster that regenerates and rejuvenates the
epidermis) and is made from a unique blend of stimulating
spices and herbs including lavender, sage, St. John’s Wort
and cinnamon. A thick layer of the gel like substance was
lathered onto my skin afterwich it is meant to kill bacteria
and feed the skin with high levels of nutrition that detoxifies
and plumps it up. Wow, this feeling was so unusual yet
addictive. A tingling sensation took over my face, and I was
feeling good. It is definitely something worth trying out if
you’re looking for a unique facial. This facial is very results-
oriented and has a wonderful added extra of a relaxing facial
massage.
I cannot recommend these treatments enough for the
woman out there who, like me, are bored of the same old
facial or for someone looking for a full body cleanse that
can only be attained through a Moroccan Hammam - at The
Spa in Al Jasra Boutique hotel of course! This was truly an
unforgettable treatment in the heart of Doha - what more
could I have asked for?
For treatment reservations, please call +974 4433 6878 or email spa.vswq@minor.com
Address: Souq Waqif, Al Jasra Boutique Hotel St, Doha PO Box-3496, Qatar
DISCOVER PURE OPULENCE
IN THE HEART OF SOUQ WAKIF AT
AL JASRA
BOUTIQUE HOTEL

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ABODE: Samia, what is the concept of Organique
Beauty Salon?
I want people to feel and experience nature and the benefits that it
brings when you take full advantage of it. I want people to go back to
their roots and experience and connect to their healthier side.
ABODE: From whom do you get this interest in natural
products and distinctive nature of trying out new things?
From my mother and grandmother. I grew up spending time with
them, watching them mix and match everything in the kitchen
and I noticed how many unique mixtures could be produced from
natural ingredients. I knew then that I wanted to reproduce my elders'
mixtures and share it with Qatar.
Samia Al Saleh, the founder and owner of Organique Beauty Salon is
obsessed with all things natural - and she thinks you should be too.
Tapping into the au naturel trend sported by Kendall Jenner, Gigi Hadid
and most recently Alicia keys, she has pursued her dream and created
the first organic salon in the country. In this interview, Samia talks
about mother nature being her muse, her personal philosophy
and aspirations which have formed part of who she is today.
BEING ORGANICALLY
BEAUTIFULwith
Samia Al Saleh
Sa
m
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ABODE: What difficulties did you come up
against when first establishing this project?
When I first started people were not yet aware of natural
organic products and so it didn't take off as well as I had
hoped. People told me to just stick to the trends and
techniques that are normally used but Qatar is already
full of salons providing this already. For me, I really
want to invest in something that has substantial benefit
health-wise. We encourage people to get hydrated since
it has lots of benefits and we give Mr Greenie drinks, a
combination of parsley, mint and cucumber juice. We
support the natural way of beautifying yourself.
ABODE: How long exactly did it take you to
make your dream a reality?
Well, we were planning each step for about a year
before we opened last March 2016. I had a business plan
but of course, as time goes by, it kept on changing; a lot
of experimentation took place. This dream of mine was
so consuming that I ended up literally dreaming of the
opening! (laughs).
ABODE: What future plans have you got as of
now?
Our customers like the things we are using now so I
am now thinking of producing them on a larger scale
and putting the products on sale. I want to sell natural
henna first then perhaps I will create a line of makeup
for all skin types so that people won’t have to go out
of Qatar just to look for the right shades for their skin
tone. But I am gearing towards the organic side. Then, I
would like to have a holistic spa and finally I would like
to invest on importing or exporting business (for salon
equipment). Hopefully, I can do all these things before I
get to 60. Keep an eye on me!
For inquiries and more details, please contact:
@organiqueqa+974 4436 4441 / +974 4436 4442

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I
entered the spa with much anticipation and truth be told, I
was not disappointed. I was greeted by warm and friendly
staff; Marj and Ayun, the therapists assigned to me detailed
the treatment that I was about to experience, but my tingling
excitement has blocked my ability to absorb further details. After
I quickly changed, I passed through a serene and calmly lit lobby,
Marj and Ayun guided me to one of the couples room. The interior
was simple yet big enough for couples but elegantly decorated
with ornaments. The ambience and scent were indicative of an
enigmatic spa that you could experience in a mysterious, Arabian
location. For a couple who wish to experience a spa without
having to do it separate rooms, this is the place for you. The room
temperature was perfect and eased my back pain.
The traditional Middle Eastern Saray Spa Oud Signature package
is a 75-minute ritual comprising of a 30 minute full body massage,
a sea salt scrub and a lathering of a light oud-scented body cream.
Drawing on the mineral-rich properties of the Dead Sea, this
Jordan-manufactured product has proven to be a good source of
healing, exfoliation and reinvigoration for the skin. Interestingly,
I was informed that the oud products used here are created
naturally by Saray Spa and a new concept by Osama Soliman, the
Director of Spa at the Marriott Marquis.
After bathing, I then succumbed to a lavish body scrubbing
experience; a sea salt-based butter (also oud scented). I can feel
the right amount of heat penetrating throughout my skin. Then, I
was wrapped in a thermal blanket and this lasted for 25 minutes. It
was the first time for me to experience this nourishing treatment
and I am pleased to have been introduced to it knowing the
health benefits it can give– it aids in slimming, burning fat, speeds
up the metabolism and has detoxifying properties which enhance
the absorption of nutrients, promotes blood circulation, improves
Open daily, Saray Spa at the Marriott Marquis City Center Doha is located at West Bay City Center, Al Wahda Street West Bay, Doha.
For inquiries and reservation, please call +974 4419 6090.
A SPA TO REMEMBER
TRADITIONAL
OUD TREATMENT
AT SARAY SPA
ByHairiyaM.Santos
Being in the media industry has its many pluses,
however, it can also lead to excessive tiredness and
strained muscles due to stress. It’s been a while
since I've had the time to relax and indulge myself.
All thanks to the Marriott Marquis for giving me
this opportunity to kick back and release all the
tensions of the day.
the immune system and most importantly for me, diminishes
inflammation and aids in post pregnancy recovery (as it's not too
long since I gave birth).
Up next was the customised facial therapy while I was wrapped
in the blanket. With a light touch, Marj moderately and expertly
massaged my face with organic products. Interestingly, I felt
neither itchiness nor irritation from it; something which I was afraid
of when using new products on my skin. It was so light and felt so
natural, certainly an antioxidant and promoted skin refinement - I
simply had to ask the staff what they used.
To wrap up the treatment, I had a great head, neck, shoulder
and upper back massage which really did put me straight to
sleep. Nothing beats waking up fully refreshed and revitalised.
Immediately afterwards I could feel my skin glowing.
To Saray Spa at the Marriott Marquis, kudos to you! You have
raised the bar of therapeutic spas and have far exceeded our
expectations. To my two wonderful therapists, thank you. I really
appreciate you guys taking care of me and making me beautiful
inside and out.

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Here in Doha, we have a colourful array of hotels dotted in and around the city
but it seems only a select few really make their hotel one worth visiting.
W Doha is a fine example of world-class customer service and the spa at W is
no exception. Instrumental in bringing Bliss to the next level is Burcu Duzguner,
Director of Bliss® Spa. Being an ardent traveller, she has an inner passion for
wellness and customer service. Coupled with Burcu's first-rate experience and
exceptional know-how on hospitality, spa-hotel management and excellent
customer service, Bliss® Spa in W Doha Hotel & Residences is now considered
to be one of the top-level urban retreat facilities in Qatar. ABODE shares her
personal story and her journey to true ‘bliss’.
W BLISS®
SPA DOHA
The Woman Behind The Scenes
BURCU DUZGUNER
Director of Bliss® Spa

www.whoteldoha.com/
ABODE: Hello Burcu, thank you for chatting with us today. You have a strong
background in banking but made the transition into hospitality- why is this?
I was working as a Human Resources Manager in the Istanbul Stock Exchange Settlement and
Custody Bank and I was trying to escape from my chaotic city life by exploring places that were
offering amazing hotel Spas. I was inspired by an Indian yoga instructor who was travelling all
around the world. That was the start of my journey. I began to discover popular spa retreats from the
Aguas Calientes in Peru to the Tengchong Hot Springs in Yunnan, China. I visited 60 countries and 90
spa hotels and realized that hospitality is 100% suited to my personality.
ABODE: What keeps the affluent Qatari market coming back to Bliss®
?
Since I started at Bliss, my challenge is to find new and improved ways to get Doha’s elites connected
to us. Bliss is known for providing excellent facials, massages, body treatments, waxing and nail
services, and we added a couple of new international trends to our menu like the Hollywood
Celebrity Facial , Orogold and IDDNA facial that creates a true facelift based on your own DNA and is
100 % personalised for the client. 60% of our clients are regular and this explains how unique we are.
ABODE: What is Bliss®
Spa’s formula for success?
Bliss is about delivering advanced skin and body treatments that get real results. Behind those
results is our accomplished team of expert technicians from six continents and second is the unique
marketing details that make Bliss 100% special from other competitors.
ABODE: What are your future plans for Bliss®
Spa?
We are trying to be innovative and go out of the box to see what type of new trends are happening
in all over the world and introduce them into the Qatari Market. We will have many surprises from
permanent waxing that gives a laser result without any risk of burning and we also plan to introduce
the newest slimming technologies. Keep an eye out for us!
For inquiries and reservations:
@wdohaW Doha Hotel & Residencesbliss.doha@whotels.com +974 4453 5555
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HAIR REPORT
THE D.I.Y
HAIRCUT
ShariceTan
On average, we are spending $10,000
alone a year on cutting our hair- a cost that
can be dramatically reduced simply by
trimming at home. So, unless you've got
QR 36,000 spare at home, take our beauty
editor Sharice Tan's advice and and cut your
hair the right way- with no regrets!
Hair cutting scissors
A fine-toothed comb
A couple of hair clips
A decent sized mirror
Some good lighting
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PREPARATION
Right, you've got all the right tools, so where do you start? Start by preparing your hair- if you're planning
on just doing a tiny trim, it's best to cut your hair while it's dry. Cutting wet hair can end up being shorter
than what you would want it to be. If you're looking to cut quite a lot off, make sure your hair is slightly
damp to have more control of how short you cut it.
Now divide your hair into sections while being careful to avoid any loose strands. Use your hair clips to
divide the top and bottom part of your hair. This will help you maintain the consistency of the hair length
you want to achieve.
THE POINT CUTTING TECHNIQUE
This technique involves cutting your hair at an angle towards the end of your strands. This
is to add texture and definition to your cut. It creates a gradient touch to blend the strands
together more seamlessly. Hold your hair approximately six centimetres from your fingers
to the ends of your hair so that the hair sticks out vertically. When it comes to working with
your fringe or bangs, section off a good amount of hair depending on how thick you want
it to be. Then twist and elevate the hair straight out from your scalp. Afterwards, use the
point cutting technique to achieve a textured wispy look.
THE PONYTAIL
METHOD
If you're opting for a layered haircut, use the ponytail
method. Tie your hair as if you're doing a ponytail but
place it centrally on the top of your forehead and cut in
a straight line, horizontally. Untie the ponytail and voila-
a subtle layer has been added to your hair.
TIP: When you start to cut your hair, keep in mind
that it is better to cut too little than too much. Take
your time and don't try to rush.
DID YOU KNOW?
According to The Huffington Post,
19% of us will get our hair cut 8 times a year!

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The second largest organ in our body, the liver is known as the body’s
gatekeeper. It is tasked with the invaluable job of removing and
breaking down toxins to prevent damage in other areas of the body.
When toxins, such as toxic beauty products, environmental pollutants,
alcohol, or food additives are swallowed or absorbed through the skin,
the liver steps into action, breaking them down and removing them
from the body before they can do any harm. In addition, the liver is also
regularly cleaning our blood and regulating its composition, processing
nutrients, producing proteins, and a number of other responsibilities.
What an organ!
Over time, even the mighty liver can become overburdened by excesses
of fats and additives, which create blockages and reduce its ability to
function. This means that toxins that the liver would normally filter out
may start to build up or be recycled into your bloodstream, causing a
number of health issues. This is when it’s time to step in and lend your
liver a helping hand by doing a liver detox.
How do you know if you need to detox your liver? Here are a few
possible symptoms to look for:
• Abdominal bloating
• Acid reflux
• Difficulty digesting fatty foods
• Chronic fatigue
• High blood pressure/cholesterol
• Excessive belly fat
• Pain in upper right abdomen
• If your gallbladder has been removed
If you’ve noticed some of these symptoms, it may be time to make some
dietary adjustments to help your liver heal. To begin, start your day with
a glass of warm water with the juice of half a lemon. Increase your fluid
intake to up to 3 litres of water per day and drink plenty of herbal teas.
Dr Stuart’s liver detox tea is great and contains dandelion, peppermint,
spearmint and burdock. Eat plenty of legumes (kidney beans, lentils,
chickpeas), unsalted nuts (walnuts, cashews, macadamia), and seeds
(pumpkin, sunflower). Consume healthy fats like avocado, hemp, flax,
coconut, chia, and olives, and eat plenty of raw fruits and vegetables.
As much as possible, avoid dairy products, coffee, sugar, artificial
sweeteners, fried foods, and dried fruits.
It’s also recommended to engage in some type of aerobic activity that
induces sweating as this also helps to remove toxic build up from the
body. Jogging, spinning, dancing or hot yoga are great for examples.
This can be supplemented by spending time sweating it out in a sauna.
Just be sure to stay properly hydrated!
By following these guidelines, your body should be feeling cleaner and healthier in no time, and your liver will certainly thank you!
T
he human body is a beautiful and complex machine that works our entire lives to keep us healthy and strong. But, like many
things in life, the condition of our body is a reflection of how we treat it and what we put into it. When we consume a diet based
on high-quality organic produce and whole grains, our energy levels tend to be higher, our weight stabilises, and good health
is easier to maintain. When life gets busy and we turn to foods of convenience such as processed foods, pre-packaged meals and fast
food, we increase our consumption of oils, fats, salt, and preservatives, and our health often suffers as a result. The liver, which is the
main organ for cleansing and detoxifying the body, is the one that suffers most.
ESSENTIAL LIVING
Detox
Your Liver,
Detox
Your Life
ByJenniferDouglas

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RECIPES RESTAURANTS HOME INSPIRATION
&FOOD
HOME
DINE IN STYLE
Hidden Gem of Al Bidda
Located under the magnificent stained-glass atrium in the courtyard of Al Bidda Hotel in Souq Waqif, surrounded by a
soothing and tranquil sound of the central water, La Piazza Restaurant offers an outstanding authentic Italian cuisine in a
relaxed, friendly and comforting atmosphere. La Piazza is designed to offer aesthetic pleasure with elements of the interior
made in a classical Italian style and embellished with the work of local artists. Feast on their fresh homemade pasta and variety
of pizza prepared in front of your eyes; enjoy their antipasto, salads and gelatos and finish it off with a classic Italian coffee.
For reservation and inquiries, you may call +974 4433 6666 or email souqwaqif@minor.com. Open daily from 7am to 11pm.
PhotographybyJessiePalanca

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There’s Dumpling You Should Know
I have a confession to make. I love dumplings almost (but
not quite) as much as I love cheese. An expertly made
dumpling with the right amount of filling encased in silken
pastry and steamed, fried or boiled in a soup is a thing of beauty. You
don’t have to travel the world or spend a fortune to enjoy
Chinese style dumplings in Doha. These restaurants are two of
my favourites, serving up some of the best and most authentic
in the city. In fact, they are all that- and dim sum.
I eat. I write. I write about eating. Each month I will be bringing you the very best of what Doha’s foodie
scene has to offer here in between the pages of ABODE magazine.
www.lifeonthewedge.net @rachelannmorris @rachelannmorris71 LifeOnTheWedge rachelannmorris
You can also follow my daily foodie adventures at:
Rachel Ann Morris
Livingon
THEWEDGE
Mainland China
With its dining room decorated with dark wood and rich red fabrics
and a chef hailing direct from China, this chain has brought high
quality, intricately made dumplings to a loyal fan base. The steamed
sea bass and truffle oil dumpling is a delicate earth/sea balance
between the fragrant truffle and the delicate fish. Another must try
is the sensationally savoury chicken and basil dumpling. My word
of advice is to go easy on the complimentary and addictive sugar
coated peanuts and save room for the main event. This can be a trap
for young players! The closest we have to a “Yum Cha Style” lunch
set up, you can order steaming baskets to share and walk away with
a belly full of dumplings and a big smile.
First Floor, Barwa Commercial Towers
Suhaim Bin Hamad Street,
Al Sadd, Doha
Phone: 40387376
Three Peppers
People never believe me when I tell them that the first incarnation
of this restaurant was a Mexican/Chinese joint. A burrito with your
sweet and sour chicken? Thankfully, they have moved on from their
“(con)fusion” period and have stuck to a single cuisine and it is one
they are very good at. Their dumpling offerings are limited but
handmade – steamed/boiled/fried beef, chicken, lamb, vegetable
or seafood. But they come in generous portions of 12 and the
dipping sauces including Chinese black vinegar and a fiery chilli
concoction. Also recommended is the hot and sour dumpling soup.
It’s not the most flash place in town and it is located next to a car
parts and service store on one of the busiest roads in the country,
but the tables of Chinese expats gives you a good indication of its
authenticity.
Near Car Maxx, Old Airport Road,
Old Airport Area, Doha
Phone: 66492626/66432828
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Photography by Jessie Palanca
Feature coordinated by Hairiya Santos
Location: La Piazza Restaurant, Al Bidda Boutique Hotel
Food prepared by Chef Francesco Cantiani
Saffron is known as the world’s most expensive
spice and is our star ingredient for this month.
La Piazza Restaurant Italian Chef Francesco
Cantiani takes centre stage as he demonstrates
his culinary expertise, combining a bitter-honey
taste with an exquisite Italian flavour.
INGREDIENTS
For Jelly:
• 2 sheets of soft gelatine • 1 tsp.
saffron • 2 cups of water
For lobster and scallop:
1 lobster (700gm.) preferably soft shell
• 3 scallops, muscles removed •
1 medium onion, diced • 1 tbsp. extra-
virgin olive • ½ onion • 1 tsp. salt
Freshly ground pepper to taste
Lavosh bread :
½ cup of all-purpose flour • 1 tsp. salt
(Freshly ground pepper to taste) • 1
tbsp. sugar • ½ tbsp. salt • 2 tbsp. olive
oil • 3 tbsp. water • ¼ tsp. saffron
Olive ashes:
1 cup black olives, pitted
PROCEDURE
1. Blanch lobster to easily remove
meat from shells.
2. Pan seared the scallop then cook
for another minute. Season with salt
and pepper.
3. For the jelly, add water, saffron and
gelatin.
4. Add the lavosh bread.
PPETIZER
AJelly saffron with crunchy bread,
lobster, scallop and olive ashes
SUBLIME SAFFRON
“For me, to create new dishes with
innovation and creativity is
always an exciting challenge
while still maintaining
tradition and bringing the
flavours of my country to
Qatar by giving a unique
experience to my guests.”
Chef Francesco Cantiani
Souq Waqif Boutique Hotels
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AIN COURSE
M
INGREDIENTS
• 4 tbsp. (1/2 stick) butter • 1 large onion, chopped • 1 1/2
cups Arborio rice or medium-grain white rice • 5 cups (or
more) hot vegetable broth • 1/2 cup grated parmesan
cheese • 1 tsp. saffron • 2 tsp. shaved or chopped black
truffle Golden leaf for garnish
PROCEDURE
1. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large saucepan over
medium heat.
2. Add the onion and softly cook for about 5 minutes.
Add rice and stir for 1 minute.
3. Add 1 cup of hot broth. Simmer for about 4 minutes
or until broth is almost absorbed (stirring often). Add
the saffron and more broth, 1 cup at a time until rice
is tender and mixture is creamy for about 20 minutes
or longer.
4. Once cooked, let the risotto rest for about 4 minutes
and then add 2 tablespoons of butter and cheese.
5. For plating, transfer to a large plate and garish with
truffle pistachio and golden leaf.
Saffron risotto with baked pistachio
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ESSERT
DINGREDIENTS
For Chocolate Sphere:
1 cup melted dark chocolate
For Saffron Financier:
• 1 tbsp. melted butter • 1 tbsp. almond
powder • 1 tbsp. egg white • 1 tbsp.
icing sugar • ¼ tbsp. saffron
For Yoghurt Mousse:
• 3 tbsp. yoghurt • 1 tbsp. white sugar
• ½ tbsp. gelatine powder • 3 tbsp.
whipped cream
For Crumble:
• ¼ cup unsalted butter • ¼ cup white
Sugar • ½ cup all-purpose flour • ¼ tbsp.
saffron • ¼ cup mixed berries
PROCEDURE
For Chocolate Sphere:
1. Melt and mould into a half-ball shell
For Saffron Financier:
1. Mix all ingredients together then
bake at 180º C for 25 minutes
For Yoghurt Mousse:
1. Heat the yoghurt then add white
sugar and the gelatine powder
2. Stir in the whipped cream.
3. Fill in pastry mould and store in the
refrigerator to set
For Crumble:
1. Mix all ingredients to become a
crumbled texture
To Assemble:
1. Place Saffron financier, yoghurt
mousse, mix berries and saffron
crumble in half chocolate shell
2. Close with the second half of the
chocolate shell
3. Plate and enjoy!
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INTERIOR DESIGN FEATURE
THE
ALLURE
OF
TRIBAL
CULTURE
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A
s a South African interior designer based in Qatar, I constantly
find my life as a hybrid between North and South. With the
introduction to Autumn, a new aesthetic must arise. With a society
who is constantly on the go, I feel that we are constantly on the
search for some down time and implementing natural elements of materials
from nature into our environments, we can create a harmonised feel within
our spaces. This season I drew inspiration from the people around me, my
travels and my past projects. Colours, textures and styles influence our daily
lives and this season, there is no exception. Working extensively throughout
Africa and the Middle East, I have been drawn to the mixture of cultural tribe
styles. These tribes have proudly worn, lived and breathed their cultures.
Designs with decorative diversity are rooted in history, and as a designer,
I want to return to the natural uses of these materials. I am left creatively
enriched and inspired by the constant layering effect throughout these areas
with their traditional yet somewhat extremely minimal style within their
housing lifestyle. Distressed timbers, clay wall finishes, driftwoods, textured
coppers and raw metals collaborate, giving this season's interiors a past and
a story. Both literally and figuratively, the constant use of textures and
organic materials stand timeously within our homes and environments and
the feeling of sustainability and durability is tangible. I leave you on this
note “ What’s design if there is no thrill to the touch?”.
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Decor inspired by organic elements and african culture
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Design Manager
at Quanto Bello Qatar
For inquiries and more details, please contact:
www.quantobelloqatar.net info@quantobello.net Bianca: +974 3373 6311T
ANGELO
BIANCA
1. Destressed leather, deep button couch
2. Weaved Carpet
3. & 4. Antique stools
5. Copper coffee table
6. minimal armchair
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F
rom the gardens of the Mughal courts to
traditional temple offerings and wedding rituals,
flowers have always held an important role in
Indian culture. The lotus blossom and marigold each
contain great significance, and blossoms of all kinds are
a frequent sight in daily life. So it’s no wonder that floral
motifs appear so prevalently in Indian design—be it in architecture,
textiles, or interiors in general.
Few countries have so continuously practised and celebrated
surface embellishment and ornamentation as India. From the great
monuments of the Mughal Empire to the Victorian Orientalist
buildings of the British Raj, the richness of India’s architecture is
overwhelming. The talent of India’s craftsmen, its cultural pluralism
and a unique palette of materials have produced some of the most
thrilling architectural experiences to be found anywhere in the
world.
Focusing on the floral patterns found in the architecture of the North
West of the country, which combine motifs drawn from nature with
abstract geometrical patterns, The Floral Patterns of India captures,
in great detail, the diversity and energy of the subcontinent’s
decorative arts. Wilson’s fine photographs reveal the skill, patience
and imagination of the many thousands of craftsmen who have
turned to floral motifs and rendered them with precision and life-
enriching creativity. Juxtaposed with the photographs are Wilson’s
own meticulously detailed drawings, all created by hand but with a
stencil-like clarity that illuminate the original historical patterns.
A contextual introduction is followed by chapters on borders and
bands, floral panels, repeated patterns and ornamental scenes. The
FloralPatternsofIndiaalsofeaturesachapterthatfocusesonWilson’s
drawing process - illustrated
with many of his preparatory
sketches - as well as a bibliography
of further reading, making it an
invaluable sourcebook for design
professionals and enthusiastic
home decorators. For armchair
travellers, India-philes, lovers of
architecture and the decorative
arts, this delightful new title is an
absorbing immersion into one of
the world’s oldest civilisations and
greatest cultures.
Henry Wilson is well known as
a photographer of architecture
and interiors, with a special interest in India. He is the author of
many books, including Benares, India Contemporary and Pattern
and Ornament in the Arts of India. India is a country rich with the
beauty of its culture and people. Such is the focus of Wilson’s new
book out now from Thames & Hudson. Beautifully photographed by
Wilson himself, the publication is likely to provide plenty of decor
inspiration.
The book is now available for purchase at
www.thamesandhudson.com
Interior of a Bohra house, Siddhpur
Narain Niwas Palace, Jaipur
The intricate interior of a Bohra house in
Siddhpur, covered by a rich plaster ceiling
Jal Mahal, Jaipur

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A grand reception room
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Patterns and colours have long since been a welcomed
addition to any home interior and for the seasoned designer,
it is an integral part of their abode. Making your home one
to be proud of is something each and every one of us should
aspire to achieve, as Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, the famous
German writer so eloquently put it, “He is happiest, be he king
or peasant, who finds peace in his home.” Cue Henry Wilson’s
new book Floral Patterns of India, in which Wilson explores
the centrality of flowers to India’s design history and how their
meaning both as religious symbols and metaphors for India’s
great dynasties has been manifested in architecture and décor.
The book traces floral decoration from the Mughal dynasty
onwards, styles that are still accessible today. This month, draw
your inspiration from the East and redecorate with peace in
your heart- with a dash of adventure.
The Gwalior Fort in Madhya Pradesh
Looking out towards the lake from one of
the pavilions of the Jal Mahal at Jaipur
A bedroom in the Udai Bilas
Palace at Dungarpur. The
wallpaper is designed by
Henry Wilson and printed by
Osborn & Little of London

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WordsbyFrancescaCruz
PhotocourtesyofSBMandFrancescaCruz
The sun-kissed & lavish coastal principality of Monaco reigns supreme on the Riviera—with or
without a royal family, it takes the crown.
Ruled by the House of Grimaldi who took over in 1297—Monaco is a tiny principality (it’s the size of
Central Park) that is synonymous with luxury, and high society. It’s a favourite destination for bon
vivants, celebrities and those with an appreciation for history, art, opulence, and royalty—as well
as the royal treatment. With the Mediterranean kissing the blue coastline as a backdrop, Monaco
reigns supreme in the Riviera.
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Monaco
THE LOWDOWN: Designed by Charles Garnier and Gustave Eiffel and opened in
1879, the Opéra de Monte-Carlo, referred to by the Monegasques as Salle Garnier, is
part of the heritage of this mini principality. Illustrious performers have stood on its
stage—from Sarah Bernhardt, Enrico Caruso, to in present day Plácido Domingo and
even Lana del Rey. In 2004/5 the opera underwent a renovation. Over 80,000 gold
leaves were applied to moldings, paintings were restored, and a five-ton chandelier
entirely rebuilt. The windows overlooking the Mediterranean are now open with
views of the sea, making this the only opera house in the world with ocean views
within a concert space.
TRAVELLER TIP: Every year during the month of November under the high
patronage of H.S.H. Prince Albert II, the Monte-Carlo Jazz Festival brings together
internally renowned jazz musicians. It’s an event not to miss.
The Globetrotters Guide
THE LOWDOWN: Built in the 1900s the Hôtel Hermitage is a staple
in Monte-Carlo for refinement and elegance. It sits lavishly on the
Mediterranean coast and is located in the heart of Monaco. In the
18th century it was an inn that welcomed weary travellers, before
becoming a luxury 5-star hotel in the 21st century, and one of the
leading hotels in the world. With an indoor pool, a luxurious spa, the
Thermes Marins de Monte-Carlo- waiting to pamper guests, and
suites that are equipped with jacuzzis, the hotel is also known for its
Belle Époque architecture. None other than Gustave Eiffel designed
the cupola in the lovely Winter Garden portion of the hotel. And to
make the enchantment last, Chef Benoît Witz creates gastronomical
magic in the Michelin-starred Le Vistamar restaurant.
WHO’S IT FOR? Single travellers, couples and families.
TRAVELLER TIP: Don't miss enjoying a spot of afternoon tea at Le
Limùn, close to the entrance lobby, it is the place to see and be seen.
Who’s it
for?
Couples
and
individuals
Hotel Hermitage
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THE LOWDOWN: Founded by Prince Albert I, built on the mythical Rock of Monaco
and rising up from the sea, the Oceanographic Museum was the first of its kind in the
world. It is housed in a palace committed to art & science. The exhibition rooms on
the first floor are dedicated to the history of oceanography, natural history as well
as artistic and ethnographic collection. You will also encounter a shark lagoon, the
turtle’s island situated on the panoramic terrace, as well as the massive aquarium
home to many fish and even sharks. The museum offers its visitors a unique learning
experience, as well as insightful information on how to better protect our oceans
WHO’S IT FOR? Everyone.
Oceanographic Museum
Traveller tip:
Take a stroll down the edge
of the museum for some
beautiful views of the
Mediterranean and great
family photo opportunity
moments.
THE LOWDOWN: Home to one of the most exclusive beach clubs in the world
is the Monte-Carlo Beach Club. There you’ll find sheltered by a pine forest, and
tucked on the edge of what appears to look like a large rock jetty, La Vigie Lounge &
Restaurant. With the sea as your welcome committee and Executive Chef Paolo Sari
creating gastronomical magic, you’ll fall under the spell of this place and Monaco.
They serve up the freshest catch of the day. Some of the very best lobster can be
found here—along with a lovely selection of caviar. And make sure to order the
'Crepe Melba', or the homemade sherbet ice cream.
WHO’S IT FOR? Business travellers, couples & families
Cost
$$$$
The food is worth the
price and certainly
the view, but do come
prepared.
La Vigie Lounge and Restaurant

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ABODE Musings
There she lay forgotten; hidden in the deepest, darkest corner of
the cave of lost writings. Embalmed by a leather-bound dressing
and draped in a blanket of long abandoned cobwebs full of dust.
No intruders of her privacy, no judgement of character, she was
safe in the knowledge that her solitary confinement was her only
solace.
Her life hadn’t always been this way. Her papyrus pages were
meticulously strung together, chapter by chapter, adorned with
words written in the finest Indian ink. Her cover was made from
bamboo, intricately carved. Hand after hand swept across the
bookshelf and came to rest on her spine. In awe of her beauty, her
pages were skimmed through by the casual browsers.
Browsing was a necessary step towards achieving her goal of
being read with dedication. She stood proudly on her shelf every
day, waiting for somebody to pick her up and admire her colourful
embellished pages.
To be read, however, was to have a finger run across every word
on every page. It was to brim with pride at her words being
memorised and quoted, to be kept under a pillow and close to her
reader’s beating heart. That was the ultimate goal, the purpose of
her creation.
Years went by, other books left and were replaced but, her reader
never came. The browsing became tedious; every reader departing
at various chapters, missing pages here and there, and eventually
placing her back on the shelf without reaching the final chapters.
She began to flinch every time she was lifted, her anxiety rising at
every turn of a page. She willed for them to keep reading, promising
them that her chapters would become more exciting. Patience and
perseverance were all she needed.
The constant browsing wore out her pages; her ink began to fade.
They tore the corners for pieces of scrap and dropped her enough
for her spine to crack. Abandoned by every browser, she was
eventually removed from the shelf by her author, wrapped and
tossed into the cave of lost writings.
Her way of life contradicted the will of the universe, though. Surely,
there couldn’t be a book that had never been read. The mind was
created to think, the hand was created to ink, pages were created
to be turned, and words were created to be understood. Her
situation, as a lost writing, was an unfortunate series of events that
the universe set out to resolve.
A curious reader was travelling all the lands, to find a book worth
reading. Having exhausted every shelf as a browser, he sought to
explore unconventional options and so he began his journey.
As the universe intended, he stumbled across the cave of lost
writings. He had the option to turn away, but the eeriness was
alluring. Step by step he foraged through the darkness, the weeds
and the damp until he reached her hiding place. He felt around his
unlit surroundings, his fingers met the dusty shelves until his toe
tapped against an object on the ground.
Her heart throbbed as she sensed his closeness. Her leather-
bounds tightened around her, as she wished to disappear further
into the darkness out of his reach. Even after all these years, the
thought of another browser was a torturous thought.
He picked her up gently, observing her dressing with his hands. He
brushed away the cobwebs and blew away the dust and she could
not deny the relief of a burden lifting from upon her.
Her insecurities were heightened; she was ashamed of her faded
beauty, the smell of damp and decay. She urged for him to stop
exploring despite secretly enjoying this new overwhelming feeling
of freedom.
But his insistence was charming and he continued to work at the
knots to free her, so she fought against her inhibitions to allow her
leather-bounds to loosen.
Without warning, he stopped. Her heart sank. Why would he stop
now? Before he’d freed her? She sensed he was walking away and
her anxiety returned. “Another browser!” she cried in woe. However,
as he continued to walk, the sound of his footsteps didn’t distance,
and she realised he was taking her with him, tucked under his arm.
He was finding his way out of the cave, into the daylight, before he
began to explore his new-found treasure.
Once he was outside the cave, she sensed that he had sat down,
with her on his lap. A feeling of warmth overcame her. She could
feel his eyes examining the leather covers once again, working out
a way to remove them. This time, she could sense herself feeling
excited once more, or maybe she was losing all common sense.
Either way, she was eager for him to continue.
He began again, untying the leather bounds, and there was a
moment of silence as he removed her from her casing. She lay
there as he sat staring and she wondered if he would now begin
to read her story.
He began to trace his finger across her pages, word by word, gently
turning them. He held her close, sometimes retracing the chapter.
She was hopeful, but she was scared. Damaged from past
experience, she could feel panic rising as he passed each chapter,
wondering if he was about to put her down.
All of a sudden, she had an urge to hold her pages down, in
anticipation of rejection. She was painfully reminded of the
anguish of not knowing how this would end and the gamble that
was her heart. Her paranoia was exacerbated by her pessimism.
She had spent too many years living in hope, and wisdom had
taught her that expectation can only lead to disappointment.
The universe may insist that every book deserves a reader but life
provides no guarantees. The deeper he delved into her chapters,
the more excruciating it would be to overcome his departure. The
pain of rejection outweighed the excitement of love, and this time,
she had the chance to save herself the heartbreak. This time, she
wanted the proverbial upper hand.
He was forced to tug the pages apart in desperation to read them.
She could sense his frustration but she refused to back down. The
more he tugged, the more she resisted.
His charming insistence was now irritating, so she began to turn
her own pages at the speed of lightning, blurring her words. The
dust created a sandstorm, temporarily blinding him. Her heart was
breaking, but this was a necessary evil to protect her own sanity.
Panicking, he grabbed her pages with both his hands to stop her,
ripping some of them in the process and slicing his fingers.
Eventually, he gave up. He had his limits and he couldn’t force her
anymore. He was frightened, she no longer seemed as exciting
as he first thought, and he began to wonder why she had been
abandoned in the first place. Without communication, he was left
to assume the worst.
He picked her up once more, this time not so carefully and glared at
her in bewilderment. He had made up his mind, he could not read
a book that didn’t want to be read so he threw her straight back
into the depths of the cave. She soared through the darkness until
she hit the dusty ground, a different corner this time, much lonelier
than before without any of her leather casing to shroud her.
What remained of her pages was in tatters, she didn’t recognise
herself anymore. She was cold and abandoned, and he was gone.
She blamed him for being yet another browser and accepted that
she would once again lie in solitary confinement until the cobwebs
covered her once more.
This was the story of how she became a closed book. A self-fulfilling
prophecy from years of being treated as though her story was
not worth reading; she had adjusted her state of mind to make it
impossible for anybody to read her. Self-sabotaging and helpless;
in not wanting to feel rejected, she became everything she had
strived not to be.
ByMalaikaJawed
CLOSED BOOK

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DOHA
MARRIOTT

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IN
QATAR MUSEUM OF ISLAMIC ART (MIA)
Presented under the patronage of
Chairperson Her Excellency Sheikha
Al-Mayassa bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al
Thani, Qatar Museum of Islamic Art
(MIA) has launched Treasures of China,
an exciting new exhibition featuring
the riches from China’s legendary
civilization which explores the glorious
history and heritage of China spanning
five thousand years.
CHINA
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Theexhibitiondisplays116historicalpiecesdatingfromtheNeolithic
period to the Qing Dynasty; and are categorically divided into three
parts namely “The Birth of Civilisation, Ceremonies and Kingdoms”,
“Splendid Unification, Prosperity and the Silk Road”, and “Porcelain,
Imperial China and the Royal Arts”.
Vivid pottery, bronzes, jades, porcelain, gold, silver, enamel and
many other exquisite Chinese treasures are on show, selected from
five museums and heritage institutions from across China, providing
the ideal showcase for Chinese creativity and craftsmanship.
Treasures of China is another major highlight of the Qatar-China
2016 Year of Culture. The Years of Culture programme is a landmark
initiative of exhibitions, festivals, competitions and events,
developed to deepen understanding between nations and their
people through mutual exchanges of arts, culture, heritage and
sport.
About Qatar-China 2016
The Qatar-China 2016 Year of Culture is held under the patronage
of Qatar Museums’ (QM) Chairperson, Her Excellency Sheikha Al-
Mayassa bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, in partnership with Qatar’s
Ministry of Culture, Arts and Heritage, the Chinese Ministry of
Culture and the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Qatar.
This Year of Culture is dedicated to connecting people in the State
of Qatar and the People’s Republic of China through exploring the
contemporary and traditional cultures of both countries, through
innovative cultural exchange activities, exhibitions, festivals and
educational programmes.
These activities will showcase the unique aspects of each nation
and will allow for citizens and institutions in both countries to create
long lasting partnerships.
This exhibition will run until 7 January 2017. For more information on the exhibition and upcoming activities,
please visit: https://www.qm.org.qa/en/treasures-of-china

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DOHA
ATA
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BANANA ISLAND RESORT DOHA BY
ANANTARA HOSTS EVENT TO FIGHT
BREAST CANCER
Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara, the luxury brand’s first resort in Qatar,
developed by Al Rayyan Hospitality, is proud to announce that they will be hosting the
Power of Pink Breast Cancer charity event, in partnership with Souq Waqif Boutique
Hotels and Qatar Cancer Society, on 13 October during Breast Cancer Awareness month.
The festive evening will be held on the luxury island resort and is aimed at raising
awareness and funds to support Qatar Cancer Society and to celebrate the lives of
those who live with the malady. Guests will be ferried by boat and are expected to
wear pink in support of the universal struggle to cure breast cancer and to enhance the
theme in what is expected to be one of the year’s grandest charity affairs.
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Tour guides from various backgrounds trained to guide
shore excursions throughout country’s busiest cruise
season. Participants will be evaluated and successful
candidates will receive specialist license
In a training course organised by Qatar Tourism Authority
(QTA), tour guides sharpened their communication and
commentary skills, their knowledge of Qatar’s tourist sites,
and practising how to build relationships with their tour
groups to ensure a wholesome and unique experience.
During the cruise season, which begins in October and
continues until April 2017, 32 cruise ships are confirmed to
call at Qatar’s ports with an expected 50,000 passengers
on board. This marks a three-fold increase in the number
of ships, and an increase of over 1000% in the expected
number of passengers, from the 2015/16 season.
Alfardan Premier Motors Co., the exclusive retailer of
Jaguar Land Rover in the State of Qatar, was recognised for
its impressive sales activities in the fiscal year 2015/2016
during Jaguar Land Rover Middle East and North Africa
Marketing conference held at the Eastern Mangroves Hotel
and Spa by Anantara in Abu Dhabi.
The “Best Sales Activity 2015/2016” title was presented to
Alfardan Premier Motors as a reward for their outstanding
sales activities and remarkable determination to overcome
existing market challenges.
Accepting the award on behalf of his team, Hussein Adra,
Marketing & Customer Relationship Manager for Alfardan
Premier Motors, commented: “Faced with current market
competition in the automotive industry, adopting the right
approach to ensure customer satisfaction is essential to
our success. We are honoured to be recognised by Jaguar
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continuous commitment to both brands as we strive to
deliver the premium experiences, products and services to
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KidzMondo Doha, Qatar’s one-of-a-kind miniature edutainment city, has
signed a partnership agreement with Hempel, the world’s leading coatings
supplier, adding yet another unique educational establishment to the fun
learning experience that the kid-sized indoor theme park aims to cultivate
in youngsters’ minds.
Through its partnership with Hempel, KidzMondo Doha is carrying on
its practice of collaborating with the premier establishments in various
industries and disciplines, emanating from its vision of providing the best
educational and entertaining experience to children.
The activities will support social, artistic, creative and cognitive development
amongst others while unlocking imagination and creativity in children and
empowering them with knowledge, essential skills and life-lessons that
will help them become well-versed individuals and prepare them for the
professional world of adults with confidence and courage.
City Centre Rotana Doha, Rotana’s newest five-star property in
Qatar, hosted a special event for the kids with special needs from
the Social Services Department in HMC facility of Hamad General
Hospital and Rumeila Hospital titled “Hospitality With a Heart”. This
event, part of the “Rotana Earth” initiative, is Rotana’s sustainability
platform that covers health, society, environment, sports, etc.
The management and team at City Centre Rotana Doha welcomed
the visitors and made sure to make this visit a memorable one
for the kids. The “Almas” ballroom, allocated for this event, was
equipped for showcasing a movie. After watching the movie, the
kids, their families and HMC representatives were invited for lunch.
The hotel also arranged for many entertainment activities in
cooperation with APEX Events, which provided Kevin and Bob
with the two minion cartoon characters who entertained the kids,
played & took photos with them, filled joy and happiness in their
hearts, and made sure that they had fun.
Oryx Rotana, the five-star luxury business hotel in Doha, held three
summer swimming camps designated for kids. The camps created a
fun-filled ambience and enabled the kids to showcase their talents. They
enjoyed the hot summer days by utilising the hotel’s fully equipped
facilities.
All three swimming camps witnessed a high turnover; kids were divided
intogroupsof16.Theywereoffered10trainingsessionswitheachsession
being held for the duration of 75 minutes. The kids mastered several
swimming skills and techniques, which included freestyle, forward, back
swimming and butterfly.
On this occasion, Lana Jwainat, Director of Marketing and
Communications at Oryx Rotana said: “Through the swimming camps,
we sought to create a fun-filled atmosphere for kids during the hot
summer days that offered them an unforgettable experience and also
helped them master swimming skills."
KIDZMONDO DOHA
PARTNERS WITH HEMPEL
TO ADD MORE HUES TO THE
EDUTAINMENT PARK
CITY CENTRE ROTANA
HOSTS HMC’S KIDS WITH
SPECIAL NEEDS
#DARIQATAR BY DOHA FILM
INSTITUTE AND QATAR
TOURISM AUTHORITY
RECEIVES OVERWHELMING
RESPONSE FROM THE PUBLIC
ORYX ROTANA HOLDS THREE
SWIMMING CAMPS TO COOL OFF
THIS SUMMER
#DariQatar, the path-
breaking initiative that
presents the opportunity
for the Qatari public to
narrate their stories with
short videos of life in the
country, has received
an overwhelming
response, according to
the initiative’s pioneers Doha Film Institute and Qatar Tourism Authority
(QTA).
Hundreds of short videos documenting life in Qatar, covering any aspect
of work, play, family and life are being received by Doha Film Institute
as part of the year-long campaign. From individual projects to those
undertaken with the support of friends and family, participation in
#DariQatar - which means ‘My Home Qatar’ in Arabic - is also a fun affair
that has added to its popularity. Told entirely by the nation’s public,
#DariQatar reveals their hopes, loves, fears, dreams and realities of the
country’s residents.
Fatma Al Remaihi, CEO of Doha Film Institute, said: “We are delighted
by the tremendous response we have received for #DariQatar, a tribute
to our nation and our leadership. People from all walks of life, Qatari
nationals and residents, are contributing to creating this fascinating
documentary that will be a true celebration of life in Qatar.”
#DariQatar is presented by Doha Film Institute and Qatar Tourism
Authority with the support of Platinum Partners: Occidental Petroleum
Corporation and United Development Company, the developer of The
Pearl-Qatar.
For more details, log on to www.dohafilminstitute.com

78
V i r g i n i a
Commonwealth
University in
Qatar (VCUQatar)
Dean Akel I.
Kahera, PhD
has welcomed a
total of 91 new
Bachelor of Fine
Arts, Bachelor
of Arts, and
Master of Fine
Arts students to
campus in what is
a record for total
enrollment at
VCUQatar.
The incoming
class brings the
total student
population at VCUQatar to 363, a rise of 12 percent on the previous year, and
it includes 86 undergraduate (Foundation, Fashion, Graphic and Interior
Design, Painting & Printmaking and Art History) and five graduate students. In
addition, VCUQatar is hosting three exchange students from our home campus
in Richmond, Virginia and 32 Education City cross-registered students. The
university boasts a truly diverse student body, with 61 percent of VCUQatar
students being Qatar citizens and the remaining 39 percent representing 41
nationalities.
As VCUQatar enters its 19th year, the university strives to contribute to the
vitality of human, social, economic and environmental development in Qatar
and the region through creative innovation, expression and collaboration. The
university’s alumni are leaders in Qatar’s cultural and creative professions, as
well as participants in addressing the global challenges identified as key to the
region’s future.
RECORD YEAR FOR ENROLLMENT
AS VCUQATAR DEAN WELCOMES
91 NEW STUDENTS TO CAMPUS
SABRE EXPANDS OPERATIONS IN QATAR TO SUPPORT
CONTINUED REGIONAL GROWTH
SHARQ VILLAGE & SPA FEATURES THE NEW FRIDAY BRUNCH
WITH AN AMAZING CLASH OF CUISINES
Sharq Village & Spa, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel revamps its International Friday Brunch at Al Liwan
Restaurant with the ultimate culinary spectacle, featuring a clash of cuisines that take guests
through an alluring culinary journey around the world.
Curated by Executive Chef Hassan Abdallah and Al Liwan Chef Tutku Goksel, the exquisite
buffet offers a plethora of choices blending Oriental, International and the best of Middle
Eastern cuisine including Qatari highlights, where the lavish selection of artistic creations are
showcased weekly from open kitchens and creative displays that stimulate the senses.
Al Liwan International Friday Brunch is available from 12:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. weekly, priced
at QAR 325 per adult inclusive of soft beverages and QAR 420 per adult inclusive of house
beverages. Children aged 12 and below dine complimentary. For more information or
reservations, please call +974 4425 6666.
W Doha Hotel & Residences, the first luxury lifestyle hotel in Qatar, unveils
its revamped pool area, the Wet Deck, following the recent reopening
of the fully evolved poolside lounge, WAHM. Wet Deck is open from
6:00am to sunset for guests’ dipping pleasure as they soak up the sun
and the stunning views of the West Bay and the sparkling Arabian Gulf.
In the evening, it continues to be a dynamic destination as it becomes
an extension of WAHM, transforming low-key gatherings into amplified
engagements.
The Wet Deck has been redesigned to create a calming and inviting place
for people to come, relax and enjoy during the day. The first thing that
catches the eye is the water cascading down handmade sculptured tiles,
immediately setting the mood for tranquility. Ceiling rafts above with
curved elements; blue glass screens enclose seating areas; sheer curtains
surround and the sound of the waterfall altogether create a serene space
to soothe the senses.
In the evening, vibrant lighting is used to change the space into the city’s
most sought after bar. The waterfall is highlighted and the beautiful glass
fronted bar becomes a main feature. Pendants also twinkle in the cabanas.
Guests can refresh with sensational snacks and colorful cocktails as they
indulge in the signature beverage and food service at Wet Deck which will
be launched soon. For reservations or enquiries, please contact +974 4453
5000. For more information, please visit www.whoteldoha.com.
Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR), the leading
technology provider to the global travel
industry, is expanding its Sabre Travel Network
Middle East (STNME) presence with a new office
in Doha. This follows the recent appointment of
Ghassan Abu Khalaf to country manager, Qatar.
In Qatar, the new office opening was marked
by an official ceremony with clients, partners,
media and government officials on September
4, 2016, in presence of Sabre executives
from around the region. The ribbon cutting
ceremony was followed by a note from Daniel
Naoumovitch, CEO, STNME, who officially
announced the appointment of the new
country manager of Qatar, Ghassan Abu Khalaf.
W DOHA HOTEL & RESIDENCES
OPENS FULLY REVAMPED WET
DECK

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