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Go SpeakS 12Go HeadlineS 14Go loveS 18Go out 19Go SHop 27Go HealtHy 39Go active 45Go drive 51Go explore 61Go community 67Go Home 75Go Guide 85Go on 88
This month we asked some of our contributors these quick questions:
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What’s the first thing you like to do in Jordan when it gets cold?So many new places have opened up recently in Amman. Which is the one you want to try most?For our birthday, what we most want is to keep our readers happy! What do you most want for yours?Go was born on 1 November, which makes us a Scorpio. Which star sign are you?So far, which has been your favorite issue of Go, and what theme would you love to see us cover?
RAmzi GhuRANi
Think of the next vacation spot or just chill (literally) • Seven Barrels • Hypnosis sessions, and tickets to the Stanley Cup finals! • Gemini • I loved “The Party Issue”! I'd like to see Go cover activities like theater, cinema screenings, and stuff like that.
BRANdoN BARRoN
Put on my hoodie • Pinkberry (been there, but going back soon) • An iPhone 4S • I’m a Scorpio too! • My favorite issue is this one (#iloveamman). I’d love to see a Jordan-themed issue, featuring all things that shout, “Jordan!”
GReG dukeSoN Make sure my
DVDs are up-to-date • Taj Mall. Living in Khalda, I hope it means that the streets around Mecca Mall and City Mall will be smoother! • Pisces, though I’m not really a believer in horoscopes • To be surrounded by friends and family who will bring me giant raspberry muffins! • Every edition has so much great content, but how about a monthly “Arabizee” list?
ANNiSA RochAdiAt
Get my tea-brewing game on! • Azkadenya • Be a better, well rounded Annisa • Taurus • Each issue is special! As for theme(s) to cover, how about, “the single life in Amman”?
LeAh SpeLmAN Make pumpkin
soup • I went to the opening of Oobé and I’ll definitely be going back • To know what country I’ll be in next year • Aquarius • I love adventure, so I’m happy to read anything on that theme
WhitNey mcNAmARA
Find places that still allow outdoor seating • 1ten • Nothing. I’m very content right now. • Virgo, analytical, perfectionist, sometimes stubborn. Check, check, check! • “The Party Issue.” How to “Go Volunteer”
kiNzi JoNeS The whole fam
gathers to watch a goofy movie • Casareccio or Buffalo Wings & Rings • A Blog Book • Born under the Northern Cross • How to pick just one? “The Mothers’ Day Issue” was great. I’d like to see, “The Wedding Issue”
manager-in-charge
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Graphic dEsiGnEr Maysa Sultan
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Um Uthaina VistaIriteria St., Um Uthaina
P.O. Box 63011118, Amman, Jordan
tel: (06) 553 9028 Fax: (06) 553 0047
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Staff Celine S. Alaeddin Annisa Rochadiat Amani Tarawneh
contributors photography
Motaz Abu Hamdeh Claire Collins
Hussam Da’ana Alankar Rai
Ibraheem Shaheen Writing
Samer Aksoy Brandon Barron Greg Dukeson Ramzi Ghurani
Kinzi JonesWhitney McNamara
Leah Spelman
SAmeR AkSoy A hot cup of tea
• Oobé, I've heard a lot about their gourmet burgers • Lots of presents! • I was born on 31 May, which makes me a Gemini • My fave issue was the first one, looking at the details was a real treat. I'd like to see Go do a movie/TV series theme. I'd love to see what illustration Go would come up with for the cover.
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Imagine being told that you were no longer allowed to consume any product that
came from wheat (not to mention, related species like barley, rye, or spelt). This means, no more toast, sandwiches, wraps, pastas, cakes, cereals, pizzas, crackers, cookies — any food that was made from flour or any form of wheat-based product. Italian food becomes near impossible to enjoy, shawarma and falafel sandwiches are forbidden, and most desserts are taken off the table. Doesn’t sound like much fun, right? Yet, this is the reality for those who suffer from celiac disease, gluten sensitivity, wheat allergy, and/or gluten intolerance.
Gluten is a protein composite found in foods processed from wheat, kamut, spelt, barley, and rye. It’s the substance that gives elasticity — or that gluey texture — to dough, helping it rise and keep its shape. Not everyone, however, can
Go’s gluten-intolerant Karen Simon found Amman’s top spots for gluten-free foods for those on a no wheat diet
Gluten-Free & Easy
HEALTHY
Home Delivery!Get gluten-free breads, cakes, pizzas, and more delivered to your door
Kate is a celiac and self-taught baker; she
runs the Website Gluten Free Jordan (www.
glutenfreejordan.com) and offers a range of
gluten-free products for Amman’s residents who suffer like herself from celiac disease, gluten
intolerance and/or wheat allergies. If you’re not in the mood for dining
out or for going on a trek to get that soy loaf, call
Kate on (079) 953 6390 and place your order. All her special dishes
range from 8 to 20 JOD and are made in house,
guaranteeing that they’re entirely free of gluten-
based products.
ScAn Here fOr fAcebOOK
Bifrost oven#40 rainbow St., Jabal Amman
(06) 464 1312www.facebook.com/bifrostjo
Images by: Hussam Da’ana
WHeat alternativesCheck out these stores for more gluten-free products and ingredients
Cozmo supermarketsTheir health food and bio aisles hold popular gluten-free products like Schär, Orgran, and Nature’s Path Organic.Issa Al Naouri St, 7th Circle, (06) 550 1240
eman’s Diet sHopThe gluten and lactose intolerant alike will find a whole selection of foods suited to their dietary needs in this health conscious store.Ali Nasouh Al Taher St., Swefieh, (06) 581 7430
al sufara Bakery A popular local bakery, Sufara is well known for its soy and rice breads, a great gluten-free alternative to wholewheat loaves. Ali Nasouh Al Taher St., Sweifieh, (06) 581 8017
digest this ingredient and for those who can’t, eating well and healthy suddenly becomes a much more complicated undertaking.
But luckily for Jordan’s gluten intolerant, restaurants and bakeries are beginning to take notice of this dietary phenomenon and are starting to offer great alternatives to wheat-based products. Take Bifrost Oven on Jabal Amman’s Rainbow St., for example. They’ve got a whole menu suited to those following a gluten-free diet. From gluten-free loaves to baguettes to cookies to pizzas and entire wheat-free meals, this is one place that celiacs can rest easy and simply enjoy their food without worrying about what ingredients it contains. Plus, Bifrost offers a gluten-free pre-order menu that carries special and delicious dishes for you to take home; you simply have to call ahead to order from it.
Tina, Bifrost’s co-founder and an art therapist, told Go that her scrumptious and highly popular gluten-free peanut butter cookies were what inspired her to continue along the path of making other gluten-free recipes. Today, she even makes the rice flour that Bifrost Oven uses so as to guarantee its purity and that it’s not contaminated with gluten-containing products. Tina even holds off from using yeast in her gluten-free breads, as that can also be an irritating ingredient for certain people.
Anyone who suffers from food allergies or specific dietary needs knows that eating properly can be a difficult task. And when an ingredient like wheat is present in most dishes, dining out can be exasperating, if not, mission impossible — especially when there’s a language barrier when you ask to “hold the bread” or a lack of knowledge of what gluten intolerance is. Yet Bifrost Oven, a welcomed and innovative establishment with their alternative meals and array of gluten-free choices, is taking it upon themselves to make that mission, not only possible but, most delicious as well.
NEED TO KNOWadd culture
to your dining experience at Bifrost! each third tuesday of the month, they’ll be hosting a Poetry Slam Night with readings
and live jazz!
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Go ShopBear it All
Local Scenes Tamir Naber
This magazine is made of recyclable material so please do your part to keep our country beautiful. For more info on how to go green check out entitygreen.com!
Have you seen a funny sign somewhere in Jordan? Or overheard someone say something hilarious? Then we want to know! Email [email protected] and we might just publish it!
In This Issue
Go features local spots in our listings pages at the end of each section.
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LISTINGSART GALLERIES4 Walls, Sheraton Amman Hotel, Zahran St., Jabal Amman, (06) 592 0902Alexander Art Gallery, Four Seasons Hotel, Al-Kindi St., Jabal Amman, (06) 551 2202Baladna Gallery, Al-Shahid Wasfi Al-Tall St., Tla’ Al Ali, (06) 5537598The Gallery, Jordan InterContinental Hotel, Zahran St., Jabal Amman, (06) 464 1361Jacaranda Images, Omar Bin Al Khattah St., 1st Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 464 4050, www.jacarandaimages.comLove On A Bike, Mu’thaa Bin Jabal St., 1st Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 461 4288, www.loveonabike.comAl-Mashreq Gallery, Shmeisani, (06) 5681303 Orfali Art Gallery, Kufa St., Um Uthaina, (06) 5526932, www.orfali.netZara Gallery, Grand Hyatt Hotel, Al Hussein Bin Ali St., Jabal Amman, (06) 465 1433, amman.grand.hyatt.com
CAFÉS Babiche, Al Qahira St., Abdoun Circle, (06) 592 8613, www.babiche.joBooks@Café, Omar Ibn Il Khattab St., 1st Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 465 0457, www.booksatcafe.com Bunzy Buns, off of Prince Hashem Bin Al Hussein St., Abdoun, (06) 593 7172, www.bunzybuns.comCafé Des Artistes, Rainbow St., 1st Circle, Jabal Amman (0) 79 657 5184Cilantro, Um Uthaina Vista, Iriteria St., Um Uthaina, (06) 554 2626, www.cilantro-cafe.comChez Hilda, Ali Nasouh Al-Tahir St., Sweifieh, (06) 582 4808, www.chezhilda.comCaribou Coffee, Mecca Mall, Mecca St., (06) 581 1478, www.cariboucoffee.comCrumz, Mazen Sido Al-Kurdi St., Abdoun, (06) 592 0102, www.goodharvest.com.jo Cups & Kilos, Rainbow St., 1st Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 4649345Flavours, Abdoun Mall, Saed Abdo Shamout St., Abdoun (06) 593 0100Ghraoui Chocolatier, Zahran St., Jabal Amman, (06) 592 0366, www.ghraouichocolate.comThe Grand Deli Café, Grand Hyatt Amman, Hussein Bin Ali St., Jabal Amman, (06) 465 1234, amman.grand.hyatt.comJava U, Saed Abdo Shamout St., Abdoun, (06) 592 5726, www.java-u.comKhuttar Café, Irbid St., Abdoun, (06) 593 9099La Mirabelle, off of Saed Abdo Shamout St., Abdoun, (06) 565 6026, www.zalatimosweets.comLemon Shisha Bistro, Saed Abdo Shamout St., Abdoun, (06) 593 9371Paul, City Mall, King Abdullah II St., (06) 550 2760, www.paul-international.comSegafredo Zanetti, off of Saed Abdo Shamout St., Abdoun, (06) 592 6526, www.segafredo.itStarbucks Coffee, Prince Hashem St., Abdoun (06) 592 1005, www.starbucks.com Tche Tche Café, Abu Taweeleh Plaza, Mecca St., (06) 588 5837, www.tchetchecafe.com Wakeem’s, Al-Wakalat St., Sweifieh, (06) 586 5008Wild Jordan, Othman bin Afan St., 1st Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 463 3542, www.wildjordancafe.com Zaatar w Zeit, Mecca St., (06) 552 9291, www.zaatarwzeit.net
CINEMASCinema City, Mecca Mall, Mecca St., (06) 551 8611, www.meccamall.jo
Cine Le Royal, Le Royal Hotel Amman, Zahran St., (06) 460 3022, www.leroyalamman.comGrand Cinemas, City Mall, King Abdullah II St., (06) 581 8808, www.grandcinemas.comGrand Cinemas, Zara Center, Wadi Saqra St., (06) 461 3260, www.grandcinemas.comPrime Cinemas, Al Baraka Mall, Sa'eed Al Mufti St., (06) 585 8500, www.prime.jo
MUSEUMSChildren’s Museum Jordan, Al Hussein Public Parks, King Abdullah II St., (06) 541 1479, www.cmj.joDarat Al-Funun (Shoman Foundation), Jabal Al Weibdeh, (06) 464 3252, www.daratalfunun.orgHaya Center, Ilya Abu Madhi St., Shmeisani, (06) 566 5195, www.princesshaya.netIslamic Museum, Suleiman Al Nabulsi St., Jabal Weibdeh, (06) 567 2155 Jordan Archeological Museum, Citadel, Jabal Al Qala'a, (06) 463 8795 Jordan Folklore Museum, Roman Theatre Complex, Jabal Al Ashrafiyeh, (06) 465 1742Jordan Museum of Popular Tradition, Roman Theatre Complex, Jabal Al Ashrafiyeh, (06) 465 1742Jordan National Gallery of Fine Arts, Hosni Fareez St., Jabal Weibdeh, (06) 463 0128, www.nationalgallery.org
NIGHTLIFEAmigo Pub, off of Abu Baker Al Seddeek, Jabal Amman, (06) 463 3001, www.amigopub-jo.com Cantaloupe Gastro Pub, 10 Rainbow Street, 1st Circle, Jabal Amman, (0) 77 733 3333, www.cantaloupe.joChesters, Le Royal Hotel, Zahran Street, 3rd Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 460 3000, www.leroyalamman.comCircle 3 Lounge, 3rd Circle, Jabal Amman, (0) 79 540 3540Cube, Shepherd Hotel, Said Bin Hareth St., Jabal Amman, (0) 79 985 5955, tiny.
cc/7pd2xDubliners, Comfort Hotel
Suites, Ali Nahuh Al Tahir St., Sweifieh, (06) 581 2848,
www.dublinersjordan.comFlow, Mazen Sido Al-Kurdi St., Abdoun, (0) 79 978 7777Hookah Lounge,
Shepherd Hotel, Said Bin Hareth St., Jabal
Amman, (0) 79 985 5955La Calle, 10 Rainbow Street,
1st Circle, Jabal Amman, (0) 77 726 6928
Las Tapas, 3rd Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 461 5061, www.bonitamman.comThe Library Lounge & Cigar Bar, Marriot Hotel, Issam Ajluni St., Shmesani, (06) 560 7607, www.thelibrary.marriott-amman.comThe Loft, Mohammed Hussein Haikal St., Jabal Amman, (06) 4565998 The Lounge, Grand Hyatt Amman, Al Hussein Bin Ali St., Jabal Amman, (06) 465 1433, www.amman.grand.hyatt.comMurphy’s House of Rock, Red Rose Hotel, Shat Al Arab St., Um Uthaina, (0) 77 716 5008 Queen Vics, Ali Nahuh Al Tahir St., Sweifieh, (06) 586 4426The Square Bar, Four Seasons Hotel, 5th Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 550 5555, www.fourseasons.com/ammanTime Out Sports Bar, Kempinski Hotel, Shmesani, (06) 520 0200, www.kempinski.com/ammanRovers Return, Abed Al Raheem Al Hajj
Mohammad, Sweifieh, (06) 581 4844, www.roversreturnjordan.comSaluté & Beer Garden, Abdul Qader Koshak St., Jabal Amman, (06) 465 1458, www.jorest.comShaman Lounge & Garden, Deir Ghbar, (0) 77 722 7888Switch, Abdallah Bin Salama St., Jabal Amman, (0) 77 515 1515
RESTAURANTS32 North, Grand Hyatt Amman, Al Hussein Bin Ali St., Jabal Amman, (06) 465 1433, amman.grand.hyatt.comBistro One, off of Abu Baker Al Seddeek, Jabal Amman, (06) 461 7890, www.bistroone-jo.comBlue Fig, Al-Ameer Hashem Bin Al-Hussein St., Abdoun, (06) 592 8800, www.bluefig.com La Bruschetta, off of Saed Abdo Shamout St., Abdoun, (06) 593 1513Bourj Al Hamam, Intercontinental Hotel, Islamic College St., Jabal Amman, (06) 464 1361, www.ichotelsgroup.comCanvas, Muntazah Circle, Jabal Weibdeh, (06) 463 2211Casereccio Restaurant, Al Qahira St., Abdoun Circle, (06) 593 4773Casper & Gambini’s, Mazen Sido Al-Kurdi St., Abdoun, (06) 592 2600, www.casperandgambinis.comCentro Brasserie, Queen Nour St., 4th Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 464 1020Champions, Marriot Hotel, Issam Ajluni St., Shmesani, (06) 560 7607Cinco De Mayo, Intercontinental Hotel, Islamic College St., Jabal Amman, (06) 464 1361, www.ichotelsgroup.comLa Cucina Ristorante, Princess Alya Bint Hussein St., Abdoun, (06) 593 3355Deir El Qamar, Saed Abdo Shamout St., Abdoun, (06) 593 4666, www.deirelqamarrestaurant.comDiwan Al Sultan Ibrahim, Iriteria St., Um Uthaina (06) 551 7383, oceanhotel.com.joFakhr El-Din, Abdul Qader Koshak St, Jabal
Amman, (06) 464 1789, www.fakhreldin.comFire of Brazil, Mecca St., (06) 5516791, www.fireofbrazil.comFuddruckers, Mecca St., (06) 554 0015, www.fuddruckers.comGrappa, Abdul Qader Koshak St, Jabal Amman, (06) 465 1458, www.jorest.com Haret Jdoudna, Talal St., Madaba, (05) 324 8650, www.haretjdoudna.comHouston’s, Abdul Hameed Shoman St., Shmeisani, (06) 562 0610, www.houstons-amman.com Indu, Intercontinental Hotel, Islamic College St., Jabal Amman, (06) 464 1361, www.ichotelsgroup.comKashmir & Al Argeeleh, Hussein Bin Ali St., Jabal Amman, (06) 465 9520, kashmir-argeelah.comLevant Restaurant, Al Mutanabbi St., Jabal Amman, (06) 462 8948, www.levantjo.comThe Living Room, Mohammed Hussein Haikal St., Jabal Amman, (06) 465 5998, www.romero-jordan.comMaccheroni’s Restaurant, Off of Prince Hashim Bin Al Hussein St., Abdoun, (06) 593 6606La Maison Vert, Abed Al Hameed Bades, Shmeisani, (06) 568 5746Milano, Ilyah Abu Mahdi St., Shmeisani, (06) 5680670Ne:Bo, Mount Nebo, Madaba, (0) 77 771 2224Noodasia, Cairo St., Abdoun Circle, (06) 593 6999Ren Chai, Mithqal Al Faeiz St., Jabal Amman, (06) 462 5777, www.renchai.comRomero, Mohammed Hussein Haikal St., Jabal Amman, (06) 464 4227, www.romero-jordan.com Tannoureen, Shat Al-Arab St., Um Uthaina, (06) 551 5987, www.tannoureen.netTony Roma’s, Mecca St., (06) 556 0608, www.tonyromas.comTrader Vic’s, The Regency Palace Hotel, Queen Alia Street, Shmesani, (06) 560 7000, www.tradervics.comVinaigrette Salad & Sushi Bar, AlQasr Metropole Hotel, 3 Arroub St., Shmeisani, (06) 562 0528, www.atico-jo.com/Vinaigrette.htmWhispers, Abdul Rahman Alawi St., 5th Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 592 1850Wox, Mazen Sido Al-Kurdi St., Abdoun, (06) 592 2921, www.wox-chinese.comYoshi, Mithqal Al Faeiz St., Jabal Amman, 06 464 0903, http://www.atico-jo.com/yoshi.htm
THEATERSAl Balad Theater, Yazeed Bin Abu Sufian St., 1st Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 465 2005, www.al-balad.orgKing Hussein Cultural Center, Omar Matar St., Al-Muhajareen, (06) 473 9953Royal Cultural Center, Al-Malekah Alia St., Shmeisani, (06) 566 1026
TRANSPORTATIONAlpha International, (06) 581 3300Al Sawsanah, (05) 375 9559Hijazi, (02) 710 1760Jett, (06) 566 4146Rum, (06) 429 0667Taxi Al Mumayaz, (06) 579 9999Trust International, (06) 581 3422
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weekdays betweek 4pm and 7pm for their 30%
off Hungry Hour! Call (0) 79 771 1177
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Go ExploreLittle PetraGot an idea for something you’d like to see featured in Go? Or got something to say about one of our past features? Then go ahead and send us an email at: [email protected]
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LETTER fROM THE GO TEAM
GET uP & Go
SpeakS nov. 2011
Ayear ago today we launched our very first issue of Go. We can barely believe a
whole year has already flown by, but it's been incredible ride, mostly thanks to you, our awesome readers, who've given us such great support since our inception.
This month we bring you an issue to commemorate our anniversary by giving you a little more insight into who exactly makes up Team Go. You'll read about some of our fave things, our personal recommendations, as well as learning a bit about our kooky characters.
Additionally, “Our Anniversary Issue” is packed full of information on the brand new restaurants, creative spaces, stores, and even Websites that have been opening throughout the Kingdom. Think, Azkadenya, The Lettuce & the Fish, J'Imagine, Ananasa.com, Easy Storage, and more. If you haven't even heard of these spots, then just keep reading!
Plus, as Eid Al Adha falls in November this year, we've also got some suggestions on where to get those Eid décors and where to do your eid clothes shopping.
In this edition of Go, we've also covered a range of subjects on everything ranging from gluten-intolerance to buying die-cast model cars to conservation of Aqaba's coast. A pretty eclectic array, but what can we say? We like to hit all possible topics that may pique your interest!
A year of Go may have already come and gone, but not to worry, we're not even close to being done with sharing all the awesome things there are to do in this amazing country. once a Go-Getter, always a Go-Getter!
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PreciouS Piece oF Junk of the MonthThe Go Team may be good at producing a monthly mag, but we're pretty terrible at being able to keep plants alive. That's why, we've now decided only to invest in cacti and succulent plants, this way we can be sure that we dont kill them!
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After a year working on Go, each of our core team has decided on their section of choice:celine: “Definitely Go Out. I love to eat and explore new restaurants!”Motaz: “Go Active because I love discovering all of the country's fun sports.”Shadi: “I'm obsessed with cars, so Go Drive!”Maysa: “Go Explore because I like finding out about new cultures.”
karen: “With the amount of cool sports Jordan has got to offer, I'd have to go with Go Active!”
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What’s on this monthHeadlines
Well, at least it's descriptive! What does “changing” room mean anyway?
November’s Hot vs. Not
From 24 to 27 November, Aqaba will play host to the 11th H.O.G. MENA Rally, an event specially catered to Harley-Davidson enthusiasts. More than 300 people are expected to fly in from around the world to ride through and enjoy Jordan's breathtaking natural sights, ensuring a great weekend out for friends and families. For more, visit www.hogjordan.com.
Need to KNow “ashayyek”
HASHMIGHTy CLIP Of THE MONTH
PRiceLeSS SigN oF the MoNth
Time FliesAs a child, a week seems like an enormous stretch of time. As an adolescent, a month seems too long a time to wait. But as an adult, years flit by in the blink of an eye and one wonders where all the time has passed. The older you get the faster time seems to move, so if anything, this should all teach us to appreciate each day that we've got!
FreedomWhen you're young, there are so many things you can't do. Legal restrictions, like driving a car. Parental restrictions, like following a curfew, But when you get older, a world of choice opens up and you are free to make your own decisions, whether they're the right ones or not!
experiencethere is no shortcut when it comes to experience. from the time we're born, life is all about learning, so it's only as you get older and experience more things that you really come to understand how the world works. this is why, whether you like to admit it or not, your parents really do know best, no matter how old you are.
GettinG older
CynicismUnfortunately with age, comes cynicism. Perhaps it's for good reason since as you get older you learn more about life and some of its realities. But it's also a shame to get trapped into this mentality for too long. There's nothing quite like the hope, faith, and belief in possibilities that the young and youthful are able to possess.
this awesome new video was made by the Ikbis community — if you’re familiar with the RSA Animate clips on YouTube, it's just that, but in Arabic!
Enjoy some Eid shopping at Pull & Bear, you’ll love their new fall/winter collection! Flip to p. 34 to read more about the collection.
Treat yourself to an awesome lunch at newly opened Azkadenya. Flip to p. 20 for more great new eateries.
Head to Bifrost Oven for their poetry readings, “Say it in Slam”! Flip to p. 41 for details.
TEDxYouthAmman takes place today. Flip to p. 24 to read all about it.
For a good night out, try 1Ten, Shepherd Hotel’s brand new restolounge. Flip to p. 16 to read about it.
Pick up (or download) a copy of Steve Jobs, the biography of the late Apple creator, out today! Flip to p. 78 for more new books.
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To Go Do in novemberEnjoy an afternoon with the family at J’Imagine, Amman’s new Creative Play Space. Flip to p. 22 for details.
Gather your American friends and head to Spice Garden, The Sheraton for a Thanksgiving Dinner!
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20 21 22 23 24 25 26 Communications Seminar @ Landmark Hotel. www.etanweer.com.
Get your hands on Harry Potter & the Deathly Hallows: Part II on DVD today! Flip to p. 82 for more DVD releases.
Darat al Funun is hosting a Cultural Meeting with Dr. Faisal Darraj. Link to www.daratalfunun.org for more.
Why not take up a new sport? Give Wing Chung a try and you wont be disappointed. Flip to p. 46 to read more about it.
In need of some Eid décors and gifts for when you’re invited? Flip to p. 32 for some cool ideas.
Take a weekend to really enjoy the city. Read #ILoveAmman, p. 58 for more ideas.
Happy Birthday Go! Korean Film Festival at the Royal Cultural Center. Call (06) 593 0745.
Sun Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri Sat
GreenBuild Arabia Expo @ Zara Expo Center. Visit www.alatheen.com for details.
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Bazaar Al A3yad @ AlQasr Metropole Hotel. Flip to p. 16 for more.
EiD Al ADHA 2011.
Join Jack Persekian for his presentation Nablus Soap at the Darat Al Funun. Flip to p. 16 to read more.
EMTme 2011 @ Zara Expo Center. Call (06) 554 1824 for more.
MediaME Forum @ Grand Hyatt Amman. www.events.mediame.com.
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New English School hosts their Hollywood Fashion Show today! Go out in support of the models. Call (06) 551 7111 for details.
HOG Rally @ Aqaba. Flip to p. 14 for the details on this international event.
HOG Rally @ Aqaba.
Head over to The Sheraton’s Spice Garden today for a delicious Eid Al Adha lunch Buffet! Call (06) 593 4111 for reservations.
Philadelphia University hosts the 4th IEEE Symposium on innovation in information & Communication Technology. Visit www.philadelphia.edu.jo for details.
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In light of “Our Anniversary Issue,” kinzi Jones sat down with Go's core team to give you a little insight into who creates this monthly mag
HeadlINeS
Team Go
flip back to p. 12 to follow the Go Team on twitter!
what do we “need to know” about you?celine Alaeddin: I’m a foodie; I love eating, cooking, writing, and researching about food. I live to eat! Maysa Sultan: I'm obsessed with ravens!Motaz Abu hamdeh: If I share my story would you share you dollar with me?karen Simon: I can’t sit still for very long. I grew up moving around from country to country because of my father’s profession as an hotelier, so I caught the travel bug early. But, now it means that I can’t see myself staying in one place.Shadi Jou’aneh: I’m a person who easily gets bored! It’s a problem because it always makes me want to try new things. I’m actually very curious to find that “thing” that I'll love so much and won’t be able to get enough of (my future wife, probably!).
what makes your heart skip a beat?cA: the reason I found myself in Jordan, my husband! [grins]MS: hmm… sneezing?MAh: Being in the car with Maysa behind the wheel.kS: finding good books, music, and movies. there’s nothing like discovering something created with passion. It just takes your breath away.SJ: Getting close to the end of the month and still having empty ad spaces in the magazine.
how did you start working at Go Mag?cA: I thought Jordan really needed a monthly magazine to keep readers informed on what’s going on in the country so I pitched the idea, got a team together, and here we are. MS: I was lucky to start with Go from day one. Amman is small and news spreads fast; I was asked if I was interested in the job and I took it right away.MAh: Shadi (who’s an old friend) asked if I was interested in taking a job. I came in, met the fun team, and took it!kS: I actually moved out to Jordan to help start Go. I was living in Dubai, but
when Celine (who’s actually my sister) had the brilliant idea of creating a magazine about what to do in Jordan, I moved over, met the team, and we all dove head first into the project. It was the best decision I ever made.SJ: I was working in the media field for a year when I was asked if I was interested to work with Go. I liked the idea from the start as I’ve always wanted to work in a brand new firm where I could learn how to start a business from scratch. I went for an interview with Celine (Go’s Co-founder) who was an amazing manager from the beginning, so I took the job without even thinking!
what is your role at Go?cA: to help the team out in any way that I can; coordinate, manage, and fill in the necessary gaps. MS: Rocking the office! I love to make the team listen to some of my music. At Go I feel that my role is far more than my job description. I’m the magazine’s designer, but I enjoy helping and doing bits here and there like doing some content research, answering the office phone, and pretending that I don’t speak Arabic (just kidding!). We all work together as a team; you’d never hear the phrase, “that’s not my job” in our office, which I believe is one of the reasons behind our success.MAh: I get the team to smoke all day! Actually, I’m in charge of the magazine’s distribution and I'm now proudly Go’s in-house photographer as well. kS: I’m the “editor,” but since we’re a small team, we all take on more than the traditional aspects of our jobs. So I go out and discover the country to write our articles, on top of doing the editing, fact checking, and so on. Being so few means that we each have to work hard, but it also means that we learn so much as we work on each new issue.SJ: As everyone said, since we’re a small team at Go and we’re working on a new magazine, we all had to take on more than our job descriptions. My
title was “Senior Sales executive” so I handle the sales, which I think is a huge responsibility since my job is to make the money that’ll keep us going. I also work in Go’s financial department, as well as proudly being our “delivery guy” at times. Yes, we’re different, but that’s why we are the best!
what is your favorite part of putting each issue together?cA: I love writing the articles that are assigned to me because it forces me to get out and explore things that I may not be familiar with like new restaurants, events, boutiques, designers, and so on. oh and nothing beats getting the first issue hot off the presses in my hands each month!MS: My favorite part is our content meetings. We all get to share ideas and laughs over lunch or argeeleh.MAh: Watching Karen and Maysa freaking out during production week!kS: the final week, just before we go to print, is always the most exciting for me. It’s when I can finally can visualize the completed issue. It’s also the most hectic time for us because it means a lot of tying up loose ends, finalizing details, proofing, and so on. I have to admit; I actually enjoy the late nights working on Go! SJ: the content meetings are one of my favorite parts too, where we brainstorm our upcoming issues. But my absolute favorite part is the moment we get the mag back from the print house. this makes all the hard worked we put in over the whole month worth it.
what “theme” are you hoping to cover in the future?cA: We had our first “food Issue” in May and I can’t wait for that theme to become an annual edition of Go. MS: that would be the “Psychedelic” or “Music Issue.”MAh: “the Movies Issue.”kS: I’m an animal lover so I’d actually love to eventually do a “Pets’ Issue”!SJ: “the Automotive issue.”
GizmozIf you’re a sucker for gadgets, this store's for you! Gizmoz (Ahmad Al Arousy St., Abdoun) is the city’s first gadget and motorcycle shop. They’ve got all the gizmos, gifts, and accessories you could imagine, from electric skateboards to custom-built choppers. Visit www.facebook.com/gizmozshop.
CrepawayThe popular Lebanese casual restaurant Crepaway will open its doors in Amman. Located in Taj Mall, this eaterie known for its trendy décor, feel-good atmosphere, and diverse and "quirky menu" will be a welcome new addition to Jordan's food scene. Call (077) 739 9994 or visit www.crepaway.com.
Climb for CanCerOn 4 November, the CFC Team will climb the Everest Base Camp in Nepal. The purpose is to raise money for children suffering from cancer who can’t afford the treatments, like 4-year-old Ahmad who suffers from leukemia, . Get involved by donating to www.firstgiving.com/climbforcancer.
bazaar al a3yad Taking place at AlQasr Metropole Hotel (Al Oroub St., Shmeisani) on 1 and 2 November, Bazaar Al A3yad brings together selected local artists to showcase their unique designs. Everything you could want from jewelry accessories to handmade crafts to Eid décors and treats can be found at this fair, so don’t miss out.
nablus soapDarat Al Funun and Al Ma’mal Foundation for Contemporary Art in Jerusalem are teaming up and building bridges. Jack Persekian, of the Foundation, will be performing “Nabul Soap” on 22 November at Darat Al Funun (Nadeem Al Mallah St., Jabal Weibdeh). Visit www.daratalfunun.org for more
1ten restolounGeShepherd Hotel (Zaid Bin Harethah St., Jabal Amman) has opened its latest venue 1Ten. Formally the hotel's Suite 110 where visiting VIPs would stay, now this spot is a restolounge combining Amman’s amazing old architecture with its modernity. For reservations call (077) 711 2233.
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If you’re looking for some beautiful new photographs to admire and to
spice up your home, office, or even restaurant or boutique venue, check out Bashar Alaeddin's work.
Whether you’re into landscapes, cityscapes, animal scenes, human portraits, or iPhonography (that's right, photography done by iPhone!), this locally based photographer does it all. The Go Team is always looking at Bashar’s constantly updated portfolio to see what we can add to our growing collection of BAlaeddin photographs.
You can view Bashar’s diverse portfolio at balaeddin.com and order the images directly from him — pictures framed and all — via email ([email protected]) or by following him on Twitter @BAlaeddin.
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Chinese TakeouT from Tina’s kiTChenAre you hungry? Have you had a long day and are too tired to cook a meal or go out to eat?
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Head over to the khalda/Dabouq circle and pick up some delicious Chinese food from
Tina’s Kitchen. nothing like the cornstarch-laden goop normally served up at Chinese takeout joints, dishes here are authentic and fresh featuring tasty meats, crunchy vegetables, and satisfying carbs. You can choose to eat there, get takeout, or have it delivered straight to your door.
The best part is that Tina’s Kitchen is very reasonably priced. some of Go faves include their kung Pao Chicken, Garlic Broccoli, fish with mushrooms in oyster sauce, and shrimp fried rice. so next time you’re in the mood for some Chinese fare that tastes delicious and homemade, try Tina’s Kitchen — we’re pretty sure you’ll become regulars just like us!
Tina's Kitchen, Wasfi Al Tal St., Khalda/Dabouq Circle, (079) 793 4479
NEED TO KNOWTina's
Kitchen also has a great selection of
Asian "flowering teas" that'll satisfy any of
the teaine addicts out there!
RedesignArabia.comWe at Go, are design junkies! So it’s only natural that we'd love a Website that's encouraging the stamping out of ugliness around the region to replace it with gorgeousness. If you're a budding designer or already a guru in the biz, log on to RedesignArabia.com today!
The Four Seasons Amman has taken
the traditional afternoon tea ritual and given it a tasty
local flair Between 4:00pm and 7:00pm each
day, guests can enjoy sumptuous saj rolls, baked pastries,
mini hummus sandwiches, and
Arabic sweets. These can be washed down
with either Arabic, Turkish, or white
coffee or a selection of Bedouin teas.
Conventional scones are replaced with date, cardamom,
pistachio, and rose water varieties, and
are served with ashta and asal
(clotted cream and honey). Go loved the assortment of Arabic
treats that arrived on a three-tiered
dish, especially the delicious msukhan balls and cheese-stuffed kubbeh. If
you have out-of-town guests visiting, this
is a fun way for them to try a whole platter of local delicacies in one sitting. But be
warned, go hungry!
Foyer Lounge, Four Seasons, 5th Circle,
(06) 550 5555
#GOPOSITIVEJOWe like to consider ourselves quite the social media buffs at Go, and we love it when this diverse medium is put to good use. The recent #gopositivejo hashtag is a great way to spread positivity and good ideas!
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These are just a few of our favorite things this month...
Go loves to promote local artists, especially when they're as talented as this photographer
TeAArABesque
Enjoy some Eid
shopping at Pull &
Bear, you’ll love their new
fall/winter collection! Flip
to p. 34 to read more about
the collection.
In the mood for
meat? Try Chesters
at Le Royal Hotel for their
Steak Night. Call (06) 460
3088 for reservations.
Treat yourself to an aw
esome lunch at
newly opened Azkadenya.
Flip to p. 20 for more great
new eateries.
Head to Bifrost O
ven for their poetry readings, “Say it in Slam
”! Flip to p. 41 for details.
TEDxYouthAm
man
takes place today. Flip to p. 24 to read all about it.
For a good night out, try 1Ten, Shepherd Hotel’s brand new
restolounge. Flip to p. 16 to read about it.
Pick up (or dow
nload) a copy of Steve Jobs, the biography of the late Apple creator, out today! Flip to p. 78 for m
ore new books.
Get your hands on
one of Swatch’s
all-new touch screen
digital watches. Flip to
p. 36 for more about these
cool accessories.
* These dates are correct at the time of print. Please make sure to double check with the appropriate organizer(s) prior to each event in case any scheduling changes occur during the month.
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J’Imagine, Am
man’s new
Creative Play Space. Flip to p. 22 for details.
Gather your
American friends
and head to Spice Garden, The Sheraton for a Thanksgiving D
inner!
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today! Flip to p. 82 for m
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If you’re in the mood
to dance head to Seven Heaven tonight for Candylicious ft. M
inistry of Sound’s Suzee X. Call (079) 999 1622 for tickets.
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Happy Birthday Go! Korean Film
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Local star Toni Q
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tonight at Abdoun’s Baguette Restaurant. Call (077) 590 9080 for m
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Tonight is an Oobé
night with their
Your Pitcher & O
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special offer. Call (06) 566 6140 for reservations.
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Join Jack Persekian for his presentation Nablus Soap at the D
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HOG Rally @
Aqaba. Flip to p. 14 for the details on this international event.
HOG Rally @
Aqaba.
Head over to
The Sheraton’s Spice Garden today for a delicious Eid Al Adha Lunch Buffet! Call (06) 593 4111 for reservations.
Philadelphia University hosts the 4th IEEE Sym
posium on
innovation in information &
Com
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Check out Jabal W
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to learn more.
Stop by East West
Night at Switch 51
tonight for some great
fusion music, plus dancing!
Call (077) 515 1515 for m
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Go’s foodie Celine Alaeddin checked out some of the latest restaurants to open in Amman that you’ll soon want to sample yourself
the New
If you know the menus of your favorite restaurants by heart and the waiters already know what you’ll be ordering
before you even start speaking, then maybe it’s time to break free from your culinary comfort zone. our fair capital has a range of new restaurants to dine out at, from quaint cafés to trendy arabic themed eateries to healthy fare joints. so go ahead, gather up some friends and family, and add these new(ish) foodie spots to your restaurant rotation.
THe LeTTuce & THe FisHfresh is what comes to mind when dining at The Lettuce & The Fish, from the décor to the menu choices to the food served up in front of you. Their pink menu features Japanese delicacies including a choice of soup, salad, sashimi, sushi, and maki complete with useful little icons indicating what options are safe for vegetarians and pregnant ladies. Their green menu features their gourmet soups, salads, and sandwiches many of which are excellent healthy options for those
BuFFALo Wings & RingsThe american franchise, Buffalo Wings & Rings, arrived in amman this summer with its outlet located at 1st Circle. everything about this place is bold, from the flavors of the food, to the colors of the restaurant, to the awesome printed statements — “table manners are strongly discouraged”! Diners build their own platters opting between different cuts,
topping it off with their choice of sauce and heat level. The menu also features loads of other faves like nachos, quesadillas, and decadent desserts. With TV screens placed throughout the place, head here to enjoy some wings while rooting for your team, be it in american football, soccer, or rugby. 1st Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 465 9464, www.facebook.com/buffalojordanget excited for their:Wings, of course!
watching what they eat. Capitalizing on their healthy vibe, The Lettuce & The Fish is also completely non-smoking indoors — smokers will have to settle on dining on the outside terrace should they wish to smoke during their meal. This spot is a solid option for light and tasty meals and will no doubt become a staple on the ammani food scene.Salwa Bashouty St., Abdoun, (06) 593 3031, www.thelettuceandthefish.comget excited for their: Plethora of fresh salads.
ComersImages by: alankar rai & motaz abu hamdeh
NEED TO KNOWBW&R’s
happy hours are from 5:00pm to
8:00pm everyday where you can enjoy 2 for 1 appetizers and wings for only 19 Piasters
a piece!
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Have a Green Day is a “green” establishment that's non-smoking, with free WIFI, ideal for patrons to study, work and hang out. They've taken steps to decrease their carbon footprint by using recyclable materials and they even provide recycling collection bins. They also have a meeting room and a library where you can exchange your own books. Have a Green Day serves up delish snacks and drinks and even organic items, so gather your friends and head here to brainstorm on how to change the world! Rainbow St., Jabal Amman, (06) 461 2050
The CAmel’s B@CTwo of the country’s favorite brands, Jo Bedu and Books@Café have merged to create a cool new eatery called The Camel’s B@C. Located in Jabal Weibdeh, this cozy resto, dubbed “the hall in the wall,” offers up some creative meals made from a breadstuff they’ve named the Bogalia — a cross between a ka3k and a bagel. Think epic sandwiches! Baouniyyeh St., Jabal Weibdeh, (06) 465 7881Get excited for their: Black olives Bogaila, with Swiss cheese and turkey.
AzkAdenyAThis funky arabic retro restaurant is like a secret gem within the city. With bold graphics on the walls, purple chairs and menus, umm kulthum prints, painted plates, and hatta aprons sported by the staff, you’ll need a moment to feast on the venue's visual details. Azkadenya, which translates to “the tastiest life,” is the newest
have a Green dayRainbow St. has a new hangout spot…
development from Eat Restaurant Group (Casereccio, Bruschetta, Shawermama, etc.). a quick glance at the menu will tell you that Azkadenya serves up oriental favorites, with a twist, like Pink Hummus and Falafel Sliders! if your senses need an awakening, then look no further.Mecca St., (06) 554 9391get excited for their: Gallayet dishes.
Ammanis love their sushi, so there’s always room for another sushi joint! Sushi Studio is the latest one to open its doors and sushi fans will be impressed with their selection of sashimi, nigiri, gunkan, temaki, and more, as well as the array of appetizers. Plus, vegetarians will be happy with all of their meat-free options as well. To top it off, Sushi Studio also offers both takeaway and delivery! Fawzi Al Qaweqji St., Abdoun, (06) 593 3637Get excited for their: Large and tasty temakis.
Mexican 39%Thai 27%Vegetarian 10%Indian 10%Spanish 7%Vietnamese 2%Moroccan 2%Turkish 1%Brazilian 1%Greek 1%
We asked our FaceBook Fans:“Which cuisine would you like to see more available in Jordan?”
SuShi Studio
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Go’s resident mom Kinzi Jones checked out J’Imagine, Amman’s newest go-to destination or “Creative Play Space” for kids, with a decidedly European flair
Images by: hussam al Da’na
Believers
The most recent “Drama” workshop focused on dreams and bedtime stories, with the children telling the tales and then others retelling them, developing active listening skills. In the “I’m a Little Artist” workshop, the work of different artists is introduced and the children learn a form of the techniques used. French classes will soon begin as well, using music and puppets.
Daydream
I imagine
Princess Basma St., Abdoun(06) 592 7883j-imagine.com
Sisters-in-law Celia espinasse and Yasmine nabulsi had a
vision for a space where families could have fun together, and with J’Imagine, they’ve seen that vision fulfilled. a decade ago, in france, a new focus grew on familial togetherness called “CafeZoide.” it was a neighborhood association managed by parents offering parent-run workshops to expose kids to different interests. The concept intrigued Celia, who had enjoyed one in Dubai with her husband and children before returning to Jordan. even Celia and Yasmine's husbands, amr and saif, were involved in the development of this idea, especially, “the hands-on dirty work.”
J’Imagine is an ammani reflection of all things french. minimalism describes the décor. “at J’Imagine, imagination is not bound by excessive stimulation,” says Celia. The pastel and white
walls, and parquet floors, are not covered in busy designs. it’s bright, open, and peaceful, with artfully created works designed by Yasmine.
a craft room is festooned with creations made by the latest visitors — recyclable materials transformed into beautiful objects. The “sand & Water” room features a child-friendly watercourse with fountains, boats, and tubing. in the corner, a sandbox with trucks and shovels awaits busy hands. This is a fave of dads engaging their children in playtime. and the “Pretend City” is a made-to-scale neighborhood, complete with costumes and props.
The café, with large windows and Wifi, is perfect for parents to relax in while the littlest ones enjoy wooden toys. a bookshelf is filled with games for older kids, and comfy couches complete the feel of a family room. This is where imaginations run free.
NEED TO KNOWJ’Imagine
also offers unique european toys and
crafts for sale. Swing by the Creative Play
Space today to check out their
collection.
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J’ImAGIne’s workshoPs
A hub of activity
J’imagine (ji.ma.jeen):
Only subscribed restaurants are listed in the above list of recommendations. All advice found on MealAdvisors.com reflect the opinions of real customers, not the management of MealAdvisors.com.
In light of “Our Anniversary Issue,” Go asked MealAdvisors.com to highlight what some of their advisors are saying about Amman’s
restaurants where different occasions can be celebrated
Celebrating in Amman
Celebrate your kid’s birthday@ CASERECCIO (MECCA St.)“The simple yet brilliant kids’ make-your-own-pizza area is pure genius. My 3-year-young daughter talks about her pizza creations all week after each visit.” Advisor Basem
Celebrate your anniversary with a romantic dinner
“RoMeRo IS A CHARMIng PlACE! In WIntER It IS ROMAntIC And bEAutIful InSIdE And In SuMMER tHE gARdEn IS lOvEly.”Advisor Zaina
Celebrate any occasion Jordanian-style with mansaf from Al MAtbAkH“long story short, after we finished, we kept complimenting his wife on the great mansaf until she couldn't keep it in anymore and admitted that the mansaf was from Al Matbakh!”Advisor Sharhaan
Celebrate waking up late on Fridays with a brunch@ b@C In AbdOun“I went there with my friends for breakfast on the weekend. I like the place; comfortable with fresh colors. The omelets and Eggs Benedict were good and the ingredients were fresh.” Advisor Zee
Celebrate eid with ma3moulfrom ZAlAtIMO SWEEtS
“fantastic! i love their sweets. Ma3moul: 10/10. in my opinion, a successful ma3moul is the one that tastes great, crumbles in your mouth, and remains fresh tasting after a week.” Advisor Laurence
Celebrate your birthday in style @ CAntAlOuPE“the staff are friendly and attentive, and as for the views from the terrace, WoW! It’s something that every visitor to Amman should experience. I was so impressed that I’m returning to this exquisite place to celebrate my birthday.”
Advisor Mimicoco
@ ROMERO
Visit www.mealAdvisors.com for more advice, menus, telephone numbers, special offers, maps, and news on Amman’s restaurants and cafés.
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l eading the life of your typical West ammani fourth grader, Dania Juma may come across as another cute bubbly
young lady with a sweettooth and penchant for cupcakes who loves to swim, write, draw, hangout with her best friend, and is also an avid fan of teen pop sensation selena Gomez. What most of us don’t realize (and will be pleasantly surprised to know), is that Dania is anything but your average nine-year-old. amid all the studying and after-school activities, she is also in charge of liaising with her peers in age; voicing their interests and aspirations, churning ideas in an effort to keep them inspired and engaged on one of the largest grassroot projects that has generated much hype the world over.
Joining a line of some 20 other dedicated volunteers ranging from college students to social activists, Dania is part of a team of visionaries who have taken it upon themselves to carve out a third space in society — a space which is conducive to the mutual exchange of ideas and aspirations among younger generations. Dania and friends will help deliver the kingdom’s first youth-inspired TEDx event: TEDxYouth@Amman.
founded by richard saul Wurman and harry marks in 1984 in monterey, California, TED (which stands for Technology, entertainment, Design), is an intellectual forum for people to share ideas and inspirational experiences through a series of conferences and motivational talks. spearheaded by people who believe in the power of ideas to create positive change and progress, TED speakers have included a range of cross-spectrum global visionaries such as Bill Gates, al Gore, Temple Grandin, and Bono.
TED became an annual initiative in 1990 and has since developed into a global-wide project that includes, among others, self-organized, locally-hosted events called “TeDx,” a project that was first introduced in 2009. set to take place on 19 november, TEDxYouth@Amman is part of a series of TEDx events hosted exclusively for and organized by young people all over the world in commemmorating universal Children’s Day, known as the
Go’s Annisa Rochadiat takes a look at the upcoming innovative TeDxYouth conference being hosted in Amman
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evenT DeTAilswhen: Saturday, 19
November, 2011where: Cultural Palace,
Gate 1, Al Hussein Youth City, Queen Alia St.
Get Connected:www.tedxyouth
amman.com Facebook: www.facebook.
com/TEDxYouthAmman
Twitter: @TEDxYouthAmman
Positive Change
All you’ll have to do is send in a three-minute video — in English or Arabic — of what “Educativity” means to you and simply email it to [email protected]. Be sure that it’s an original, never been publicized video to preserve the element of surprise until the event day.
Now, if you’re eager to tune into what the nation’s finest have to offer, but happen to be out of town during the event or weren’t able to register for attendance, not to worry. As with other TEDx events and TED conferences, TEDxYouth@Amman will be live-streamed via at www.livestream.com/tedxyouthamman.
TEDxYouthDay series. although varying in size and theme, TEDxYouthDay events share a common vision of “inspiring curiousity, igniting new ideas, and empowering young leaders.”
hoping to pioneer new standards for creative thinking and self-learning among the youths of Jordan, the region, and beyond, TEDxYouth@Amman seeks to open up a conversation on “educativity.” This is a relatively novel concept that aims to explore and capitalize on the relationship between education and creativity, while reflecting on the role creativity in education holds in society. it also assesses — wherever and whenever relevant — the country’s education and learning system in the process.
Picking on the brains and life experiences of the nation’s young, the full-day event will showcase Jordan’s best and brightest as they exchange education and creativity-inspired stories, ideas, and ambitions, as well as community-building initiatives and blueprints for change. Dania and the rest of the TEDxYouth@Amman team represent a growing phenomenon of extraordinary, bright, creative, and outspoken young people — Jordan’s own born and bred — who are driven to learn and excel, to inspire and motivate people around them in bringing about positive change to society.
nowhere is this more clearly seen than in the solid line-up of speakers set to share the TEDxYouth@Amman stage. from prodigies of music and the arts to inventors and entrepreneurs, educators and writers to social activists, this event promises to be one of the city’s most intellectually stimulating and entertaining occasions not to be missed.
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3 minutes of famewould you like to share an idea on stage for three minutes in front of some 1,500 people? Go for the TeDxYouth@Amman Youth Award competition!
The opportunity to volunteer at this year’s event may have closed, but if you or your company is interested in becoming a sponsor, go ahead and shoot an email to [email protected] today!
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LIstIngsarGeelehBelmondo Café, Mecca St., (06) 553 3021Berto Café, Shat Al-Arab St., Um Uthaina, (06) 554 9552Bianca Café, Ahmad Fawazi St., Abdoun, (06) 593 5234Jafra Café, Prince Mohammed St., Downtown, (06) 462 2551, www.jafra-group.comkashmir & Al Argeeleh, Hussein Bin Ali St., Jabal Amman, (06) 465 9520, kashmir-argeelah.comkhuttar Café, Irbid St., Abdoun, (06) 593 9099 lemon shisha Bistro, Saed Abdo Shamout St., Abdoun, (06) 593 9371 macho Picho, Kurdi Center, Fawzi Al Mughrabi St., Abdoun, (06) 593 6989, www.machopicho.commijana restaurant & Café, Rainbow St., 1st Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 462 0744Tche Tche Café, Abu Taweeleh Plaza, Mecca St., (06) 588 5837, www.tchetchecafe.comZoka Café, Saed Abdo Shamout St., Abdoun, (06) 592 6777
Cafés Babiche, Al Qahira St., Abdoun Circle, (06) 592 8613, www.babiche.joBooks@Café, Omar Ibn Il Khattab St., 1st Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 465 0457, www.booksatcafe.com Café Des Artistes, Rainbow St., 1st Circle, Jabal Amman (0) 79 657 5184Caribou Coffee, Mecca Mall, Mecca St., (06) 581 1478, www.cariboucoffee.com Cilantro Café, Zain Al Sharaf St., Abdoun, (06) 592 5009, www.cilantro-cafe.comCioconut lounge, Al Sha’ab Street, Dabouq, (06) 541 2484 Chez hilda, Ali Nasouh Al-Tahir St., Sweifieh, (06) 582 4808, www.chezhilda.comCosta Café, City Mall, King Abdullah II St., (06) 585 9694 Crumz, Mazen Sido Al-Kurdi St., Abdoun, (06) 592 0102, www.goodharvest.com.jo Cups & kilos, Rainbow St., 1st Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 4649345The Deli Café, Intercontinental Amman Hotel, Islamic College St., Jabal Amman, (06) 464 1361, www.ichotelsgroup.com Flavours, Abdoun Mall, Saed Abdo Shamout St., Abdoun (06) 593 0100Ghraoui Chocolatier, Zahran St., Jabal Amman, (06) 592 0366, www.ghraouichocolate.comGloria Jeans Coffees, Al Baraka Mall, Sa’eed Al Mufti St., Sweifieh, (06) 592 5715, www.gloriajeans.com The Grand Deli Café, Grand Hyatt Amman, Hussein Bin Ali St., Jabal Amman, (06) 465 1234, amman.grand.hyatt.comJava u, Saed Abdo Shamout St., Abdoun, (06) 592 5726, www.java-u.comla mirabelle, off of Saed Abdo Shamout St., Abdoun, (06) 565 6026, www.zalatimosweets.commokador Castellari, Saed Abdo Shamout St., Abdoun, (06) 593 4533, www.mokador-jo.com Paul, City Mall, King Abdullah II St., (06) 550 2760, www.paul-international.comsecond Cup, Queen Zain Al Sharaf St., Abdoun, (06) 556 0691, www.secondcup.com segafredo Zanetti, off of Saed Abdo Shamout St., Abdoun, (06) 592 6526, www.segafredo.itsofa lounge, Zain Abdoun Complex, Al Umaween St., Abdoun, (06) 593 0160 starbucks Coffee, Prince Hashem St., Abdoun (06) 592 1005, www.starbucks.com
Turtle Green Tea Bar, Rainbow St., 1st Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 464 4813 wild Jordan, Othman bin Afan St., 1st Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 463 3542, www.wildjordancafe.com
CinemasCinema City, Mecca Mall, Mecca St., (06) 551 8611, www.meccamall.joCine le royal, Le Royal Hotel Amman, Zahran St., (06) 460 3022, www.leroyalamman.comGrand Cinemas, City Mall, King Abdullah II St., (06) 581 8808, www.grandcinemas.comGrand Cinemas, Zara Center, Wadi Saqra St., (06) 461 3260, www.grandcinemas.comPrime Cinemas, Al Baraka Mall, Sa'eed Al Mufti St., (06) 585 8500, www.prime.joRainbow Theatre, Rainbow St., 1st Circle, Jabal Amman, (0) 798 228 830
museumsChildren’s museum Jordan, Al Hussein Public Parks, King Abdullah II St., (06) 541 1479, www.cmj.joDarat Al-Funun (Shoman Foundation), Jabal Al Weibdeh, (06) 464 3252, www.daratalfunun.orgislamic museum, Suleiman Al Nabulsi St., Jabal Weibdeh, (06) 567 2155 Jordan Archeological museum, Citadel, Jabal Al Qala'a, (06) 463 8795 Jordan Folklore museum, Roman Theatre Complex, Jabal Al Ashrafiyeh, (06) 465 1742Jordan national Gallery of Fine Arts, Hosni Fareez St., Jabal Weibdeh, (06) 463 0128, www.nationalgallery.orgroyal Automobile museum, Al Hussein Public Parks, King Abdullah II St., (06) 541 1392, www.royalautomuseum.jo
niGhtlife51 (Switch), Abdallah Bin Salama St., Jabal Amman, (0) 77 515 1515 Amigo Pub, off of Abu Baker Al Seddeek, Jabal Amman, (06) 463 3001, www.amigopub-jo.com
Beerkeller, Le Royal, Zahran St., 3rd Circle, (06) 460 3000, www.
leroyalamman.com Cantaloupe Gastro Pub,
10 Rainbow Street, 1st Circle, Jabal Amman, (0) 77 773 3333, www.cantaloupe.joChesters, Le Royal Hotel, Zahran Street,
3rd Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 460 3000,
www.leroyalamman.comCircle 3 lounge, 3rd Circle,
Jabal Amman, (0) 79 540 3540Cube, Shepherd Hotel, Said Bin
Hareth St., Jabal Amman, (0) 79 985 5955Dubliners, Comfort Hotel Suites, Ali Nahuh Al Tahir St., Sweifieh, (06) 581 2848, www.dublinersjordan.comFlow, Mazen Sido Al-Kurdi St., Abdoun, (0) 79 978 7777la Calle, 10 Rainbow Street, 1st Circle, Jabal Amman, (0) 77 726 6928las Tapas, Qiss Bin Sa'edah St., 3rd Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 461 5061, www.bonitamman.comThe library lounge & Cigar Bar, Marriot Hotel, Issam Ajluni St., Shmesani, (06) 560 7607, www.thelibrary.marriott-amman.comThe lounge, Grand Hyatt Amman, Al Hussein Bin Ali St., Jabal Amman, (06) 465 1433, www.amman.grand.hyatt.commurphy’s house of rock, Red Rose Hotel, Shat Al Arab St., Um Uthaina, (0)77 716 5008queen vics, Ali Nahuh Al Tahir St., Sweifieh, (06) 586 4426Square Bar, Four Seasons, 5th Circle, Jabal
Amman, (06) 550 5555, www.fourseasons.comTime out sports Bar, Kempinski Hotel, Shmesani, (06) 520 0200, www.kempinski.com/ammanrovers return, Abed Al Raheem Al Hajj Mohammad, Sweifieh, (06) 581 4844, www.roversreturnjordan.comsaluté & Beer Garden, Abdul Qader Koshak St., Jabal Amman, (06) 465 1458, www.jorest.comshaman, Deir Ghbar, (0) 77 722 7888
restaurants282 steak and lounge, Le Meridien Amman, Queen Noor St., Shmesani, (06) 569 6511. www.starwoodhotels.com32 north, Grand Hyatt Amman, Al Hussein Bin Ali St., Jabal Amman, (06) 465 1433, amman.grand.hyatt.comApplebee’s, Mecca St., (06) 554 0016, www.applebees.com Asia, Four Seasons Amman, Al Kindi St., 5th Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 550 5555, www.fourseasons.comBenihana, Le Meridien Amman, Queen Noor St., Shmesani, (06) 569 6511. www.starwoodhotels.comBistro one, off of Abu Baker Al Seddeek, Jabal Amman, (06) 461 7890, www.bistroone-jo.comBlue Fig, Al-Ameer Hashem Bin Al-Hussein St., Abdoun, (06) 592 8800, www.bluefig.com la Bruschetta, off of Saed Abdo Shamout St., Abdoun, (06) 593 1513Bourj Al hamam, Intercontinental Hotel, Islamic College St., Jabal Amman, (06) 464 1361, www.ichotelsgroup.comBunzy Buns, off of Prince Hashem Bin Al Hussein St., Abdoun, (06) 593 7172, www.bunzybuns.com Canvas, Muntazah Circle, Jabal Weibdeh, (06) 463 2211Casereccio restaurant, Al Qahira St., Abdoun Circle, (06) 593 4773Casper & Gambini’s, Mazen Sido Al-Kurdi St., Abdoun, (06) 592 2600, www.casperandgambinis.comCentro Brasserie, Queen Nour St., 4th Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 464 1020Champions, Marriot Hotel, Issam Ajluni St., Shmesani, (06) 560 7607Chili’s, Mecca St., (06) 554 5540, www.chilis.comChina Town, Le Meridien Amman, Queen Noor St., Shmesani, (06) 569 6511. www.starwoodhotels.comCinco De mayo, Intercontinental Hotel, Islamic College St., Jabal Amman, (06) 464 1361, www.ichotelsgroup.comla Cucina ristorante, Princess Alya Bint
Hussein St., Abdoun, (06) 593 3355Deir el qamar, Sa’ed Abdo Shamout St., Abdoun, (06) 593 4666, www.deirelqamarrestaurant.comDiwan Al Sultan Ibrahim, Iriteria St., Um Uthaina (06) 551 7383, oceanhotel.com.joDiwan Shahraya, Le Royal, Zahran St., 3rd Circle, (06) 460 3000, www.leroyalamman.comenzo, Le Meridien Amman, Queen Noor St., Shmesani, (06) 569 6511. www.starwoodhotels.com evoo, Sheraton Al Nabil Hotel & Towers, Al Urdon St., 5th Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 593 4111Fakhr el-Din, Abdul Qader Koshak St, Jabal Amman, (06) 464 1789, www.fakhreldin.comFuddruckers, Mecca St., (06) 554 0015, www.fuddruckers.comGrappa, Abdul Qader Koshak St, Jabal Amman, (06) 465 1458, www.jorest.com haret Jdoudna, Talal St., Madaba, (05) 324 8650, www.haretjdoudna.coml’incontro, Grand Hyatt Amman, Al Hussein Bin Ali St., Jabal Amman, (06) 465 1433, www.grand.hyatt.comindochine, Grand Hyatt Amman, Al Hussein Bin Ali St., Jabal Amman, (06) 465 1433, www.grand.hyatt.comindu, Intercontinental Hotel, Islamic College St., Jabal Amman, (06) 464 1361, www.ichotelsgroup.comlenôtre, Salwa Bashouty St., Abdoun. (06) 593 9113, www.letnotre.fr levant restaurant, Al Mutanabbi St., Jabal Amman, (06) 462 8948, www.levantjo.comThe living room, Mohammed Hussein Haikal St., Jabal Amman, (06) 465 5998, www.romero-jordan.comla maison vert, Abed Al Hameed Bades, Shmeisani, (06) 568 5746Al mukhtar, Le Meridien Amman, Queen Noor St., Shmesani, (06) 569 6511. www.starwoodhotels.comne:Bo, Mount Nebo, Madaba, (0) 77 771 2224noodasia, Cairo St., Abdoun Circle, (06) 593 6999ren Chai, Mithqal Al Faeiz St., Jabal Amman, (06) 462 5777, www.renchai.comromero, Mohammed Hussein Haikal St., Jabal Amman, (06) 464 4227, www.romero-jordan.com Tannoureen, Shat Al-Arab St., Um Uthaina, (06) 551 5987, www.tannoureen.netTony roma’s, Mecca St., (06) 556 0608, www.tonyromas.comTrader vic’s, The Regency Palace Hotel, Queen Alia Street, Shmesani, (06) 560 7000, www.tradervics.comTrattoria, AlQasr Metropole Hotel, Arroub St., Shmeisani, (06) 562 0528 whispers, Abdul Rahman Alawi St., 5th Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 592 1850wox, Mazen Sido Al-Kurdi St., Abdoun, (06) 592 2921, www.wox-chinese.comYoshi, Mithqal Al Faeiz St., Jabal Amman, 06 464 0903, http://www.atico-jo.com/yoshi.htm Zaatar w Zeit, Mecca St., (06) 552 9291, www.zaatarwzeit.net
theatersAl Balad Theater, Yazeed Bin Abu Sufian St., 1st Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 465 2005, www.al-balad.orgking hussein Cultural Center, Omar Matar St., Al-Muhajareen, (06) 473 9953royal Cultural Center, Al-Malekah Alia St., Shmeisani, (06) 566 1026
transportationAlpha international, (06) 581 3300hijazi, (02) 710 1760Taxi Al mumayaz, (06) 579 9999
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NEED TO KNOWIf you
haven't yet visited the newly renovated
AlQasr Metropole Hotel, head there this month! With four of the city's
best restaurants, you're bound to have a great
time when dining there!
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Fawzi Al Qaweqji St.
B@c in aBdoun
thierry’S FriendSThis fun gift and gadget shop makes for a very
entertaining stop. Swing by to pick up a present
(for yourself or someone else!). (06) 593 7672
Beit Al-BAwAdiA beautiful store with
gorgeous ceramic pieces, check out this famous
shop if you’re looking to add some flair to your
home this season. (06) 592 5841
titleSOne of Amman’s top
bookstores, stop by here to pick up that book
you’ve been meaning to start reading since the
summer. (06) 592 4130
More of a complex of a few small streets than one long road, abdoun’s fawzi al Qaweqji
st. — just off of Cairo st., heading down to Princess Basmah Bint Talal st., Wadi abdoun — is a great place to visit during a cool afternoon or breezy evening. With everything from bookstores to home décor outlets to gift shops and eateries, you could spend hours passing your time on these few streets. and, as many of the spots in this area are newly opened, chances are they won’t be bustling with too many people just yet! so do yourself a favor and scope out fawzi al Qaweqji st. whether you’re looking for a gift, a new read, a bite to eat, or just a fun new place to stroll about.
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Go’s ChoiCe storesif you’re making your way out to this street, stop by these stores
Go passed by one of Abdoun’s small streets to uncover its fun network of old and new places
to check outImages by: alankar rai & motaz abu hamdeh
Jabal Amman’s staple café and bookstore, Books@Café, has expanded again opening a brand new branch in Abdoun. B@C in Abdoun is a cute, cozy version of its older sister serving up similar delicious treats. If you’re looking for a cool spot to escape your busy schedule for a few hours, try this venue out — and if escaping means you still need Internet access, then fret not because just like the original Café, B@C offers free WiFi access.
NEED TO KNOW A brand new
center is soon to open on this street
as well, guaranteeing many more fun stores and venues to explore
this winter and next year!
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A new set of shopping options has come around lately, and not just your traditional brick-and-mortar stores, but online ones as well. Go checked out some of the coolest ones out there
BaBY’s BreaTh
this new maternity shop is ideal for soon-to-be-mommies who want to maintain their stylish look albeit the
baby-bump. Go casual with hilarious tees and hoodies with, “What’s kickin’,” “Who’s Your Daddy,” and “We’re hungry,” printed on them, or more formal with evening gowns especially made to accommodate expanding diameters. stretch staples such as jeans, pants, and skirts can also be found at Baby’s Breath, as well as chic diaper bags. Batool Center, Ahmad Al Arousy St., Abdoun, (06) 593 8212
ANANASA.COMAfter their successful Amman launch party last month, Ananasa is online and operating at full
speed. A Middle East based Website dedicated to showcasing the region’s talent, online shoppers will find a range of handmade jewelry, art, décor, children’s items, and even edibles. Browse through the collections in the comfort of your own home and once you’ve made your selection just wait for the goodies to arrive at your doorstep. And, if you’re a designer yourself and would like to sell your wares, then you’re in luck; go ahead and open your own store on Ananasa.com! So whether you’re looking to buy or sell, log on to this awesome site today. www.ananasa.com
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for the avid cooks in town, Everything Kitchen stocks any cool kitchen gadgets and
tools you may need to whip up your next delish recipe. explore their inventory that includes basics such as knives, chopping boards, bins, and measuring cups, as well as more intricate items like mini blow torches, digital weighing scales, and silicone hand mitts. for newlyweds, it may be a good option to open a registry here to fill up your new kitchen. Batool Center, Ahmad Al Arousy St., Abdoun,
(06) 592 3443, www.everythingkitchen.jo
LeaDers
the latest electronic megastore to open in the city, Leaders is a one-stop-shop for all your
electronic needs. need to amp up your home entertainment? Leaders has a huge range of TVs, audio systems, DVD players, and gaming consoles. or are you in search of appliances? This is the spot to find vacuums, dishwashers, washing machines, and dryers. Plus, if you’re the DiY type, then you’ll love all the drills, lawnmowers, and sandblasters. #147 King Abdullah II St., Dabouq, (06) 533
3332, www.leaders.com.jo
need a place to store your things, but don’t
have the space?
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Then check out EasyStorage for their
self-storage solutions. This establishment is the first of its kind in the Kingdom, and a
welcomed one by those who have more things
than they know what to do with! Choose from a range of clean, safe rooms, conveniently located near the 8th Circle, in whichever
size you need, and for however long you want. For easier accessibility,
you have 24-hour access to the space that you rent, seven days a week, and you can rest
assured that your things are secure with their
state-of-the-art security system. EasyStorage can also provide packing and
moving services. Just call them today for
their rates. (06) 588 5554,
www.easystoragejo.com
now here’s a time saver — order
your fruits and vegetables online and get them delivered to your kitchen! featuring in-season produce, with Khodarji it’s now easier to eat and cook healthier and fresher foods. Delivery is free in amman with a minimum order of 10 JoD (otherwise it’s 1 JoD). aside from fruits and veggies, Khodarji sells organic produce such as eggs, honey, and herbs. and, if you’re invited for dinner, think about taking one of their baskets as an edible gift for your hosts. www.khodarji.com
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NEED TO KNOWshopping for travel packages just got easier with
TravelSheikh.com, the region's first online travel
provider. Check it out for flights, hotels, car
rentals, and great deals!
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Go scoped out Zalatimo Sweets and Lausanne Chocolates for their delectable eid delights
Eid
Ma’amoul are delicious little arabic semolina cookies that
are stuffed with dates, pistachios, or walnuts and are widely enjoyed during the eid al adha celebrations. many will argue that no one makes them better than the popular treat shop, Zalatimo Sweets. You can pick up an assortment of these tasty treats at either their abdoun or shmeisani branch for your own household to enjoy or as a yummy gift to offer while visiting your friends and family.
for added convenience, Zalatimo Sweets’ sister company, Lausanne Chocolates — also available at the same branches
Initiated by Her royal Highness Princess Haya Bint Al Hussein, in memorial for her Late Majesty Queen Alia Al Hussein (Um Ali), Tkiyet Um Ali is setting out to fight hunger throughout the Kingdom. Their goal is to free Jordan from hunger by 2015 by feeding and sustaining underprivileged citizens and finding long-term sustainable solutions. As with previous Eid Al Adhas, this year Tkiyet Um Ali is working hard to make sure that no one is left out of the celebrations due to unfortunate circumstances. To find out more about how you can help, contact them on (06) 491 6800 or (077) 707 8716, or visit www.tkiyetumali.org
TkiyeT um ali
— have beautiful celebratory chocolate collections in honor of the Hajj. These gourmet swiss chocolate creations are not only a beautiful decorative piece to proudly place as a centerpiece in your home, but they’re delicious too! The Lausanne Chocolate arrangements can even be packaged together to give away
as corporate gifts should your company want to offer them to their special clients. so go on and make Zalatimo Sweets and Lausanne Chocolates two of your destinations during your eid al adha preparations and stock up on their scrumptious sweets.
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Locations:Suleiman Al Quda
St., Abdoun, (06) 565 6026Obadah Bin Al Samet St,
Shmesani (06) 5681 018
Giving food to all those in need
NEED TO KNOWLa mirabelle Café
is also located on the same premises and
serves up delicious food for the perfect rest stop
during a busy day of shopping!
Giving
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1. Gray Herringbone jackets, cable knit sweaters and jackets, woolen hats and gloves and fabrics like woolen cloth, herringbone, flannel, and leather.
2. NavajoSimple and easy to wear, like checked shirts and faded jeans and with a nod to the original Navajo prints on t-shirts. Highlights are the dirty-look denim, washed cotton, viyella check, or slub yarn.
3. Varsity College Trench coats, denim jackets, striped scarves, and checked shirts. Cotton, tweed,
woolen cloth,
With fall in full gear and winter making its swift approach,
you’ll need to start bundling up this month. Look no further than Pull & Bear for some of the coolest threads, shoes, scarves, and accessories to adorn yourself in, whether you’re a guy or a girl.
Inspired by Andy Warhol’s bohemian-friendly Factory from 1960s New York City, Pull & Bear have created an artistic and cinematographic look with retro
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1. Seventiesflared trousers, tweed jackets, and fabrics like corduroy and suede are back. also tie prints, multicolor striped sweaters, and feminine blouses with a bow collar.
2. Greta GlamourWaistbands, illustrative prints, a-line skirts, minimalist silhouettes, openwork sweaters, plus Parisian inspired pieces from a range of different eras.
3. Dandy FeverLarge “boyfriend” style dress shirts, ankle-length checkered and/or pleated trousers, long trench coats, and a range of fine knit sweaters and shirts with colorful, romantic prints.
LocationsWakalat St., Sweifieh(06) 582 6501
City Mall, King abdullah ii St.(06) 550 2774
Bear it AllGo got a peek at Pull & Bear’s new fall/winter collection that’ll be warming up both men and women this season
style for this year’s fall and winter seasons. Think styles engendering eminent celebrities like Bob Dylan, Mick Jagger, James Dean, and Edie Sedgwick who created defining trends and unforgettable looks.
Whether you’re into casual-but-funky daywear or slick fashion that makes an impression, Pull & Bear has got it. Faded colors, blacks and whites, masculine and feminine styles, have come together to make an unforgettably cool collection.
4. CoqueteKnitwear prevails in jackets and oversize coats in natural colors.
5. Grunge Marketa country-feel, floral, fruit, and leafy prints on dresses and jackets, parkas, synthetic hair appliqués, oversize or cable knit sweaters, mixed with prints inspired by the Navajo indians or jacquards.
6. Varsity Preppy Girl Jackets with badges, pleated skirts, college stripes, duffel coats, anoraks, and tights combined with ballet shoes or moccasins.
7. Rockabilly GirlHigh-waist full skirts, neck scarves, ankle-length skin-tight trousers, and leather jackets.
Women’s Trends
men’s Trends
oxford check, poplin, and leather.
4. Duck Hunter Waxed three-quarter length coats, corduroy shirts, knitted cardigans, chino trousers, and leather boots.
5. Land SailorWoolen cloth three-quarter-length jackets, duffel coats, striped shirts, thick knits and woolly hats in navy, off white, grey, and yellow.
6. Grand Canyon Comfortable garments based on checked shirts, jeans, jacquard sweaters, and mountain boots. flannel, viyella checks, leather and thick knits.
7. Nylon Colors anoraks, jeans, and hats stand out in black, red, white, blue, and green, and the fabrics are nylon and tweed, plush and technical knit.
NEED TO KNOW Pull &
Bear’s products of animal origin
come exclusively from animals reared in food production farms, not
from animals that were killed for
their skins!www.pullandbear.com
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NoVeMbeR SHoPPiNG NewS
Swiss watchmakers and fashion brand Swatch have recently
launched their all-new Swatch Touch 2011 line. This colorful new collection boasts digital watches with big-screen LCD dials that are touch-sensitive. From pink to black to blue to purple and even camouflage colors, the streetwise Swatch Touch 2011 line was inspired by urban rhythms, electric sounds, and extreme sports pros.
Central Trade and Auto Company (CTA)
— Jordan’s dealer for Toyota, Lexus, and Hino — unveiled the new Toyota Hilux 2012 with a fresh design and more features. buyers have a choice of three body styles, plus the 2.5-liter turbo engine now produces a peak power
of 105hp, while the new diesel engine
guarantees strength and durability. Stop by the Toyota Showroom (Mecca St.) or call (06) 553
5514 for more.
Fall in Fashion if you’re looking to renew your fall/winter wardrobe then check out Massimo Dutti’s latest collection. Women will love their lines that hint at hunting, equestrian, country, and Nordic notes. Think kakis, olives, beiges, and plaids, plus an array of materials from leather to tricot to knitwear. Men will feel dashing in Massimo’s 1960s intellectuals “overnight” inspired line as well as their preppy influenced “bauhaus” collection. These boast sports coats, wrap-arounds, and shirts, in a range of colors and materials like ink blue, bottle green, and cocoa. To see the full collection visit Massimo Dutti (City Mall, King abdullah ii St.), or call (06) 550 2781.
TouCh & Go
NEED TO KNOW
Jordan has its fair share of dessert shops and sweets
sellers, but the recently opened venue, Auntie Hanady’s Cheesecake & Cookies, is an original concept welcomed by all sweet tooths. Serving up New York-style baked cheesecake in 20 original, delicious flavors, as well as eight kinds of homemade cookies, this is the place to visit if you’re in need of a treat. Located on the way to Dabouq on King Abdullah II St., you can either dine at Auntie Hanady’s or you can pick up slices to enjoy at home. To find out more, call (06) 535 5025 or visit www.facebook.com/auntie.hanadys.
Lama hourani’s new Collectable
Jewelry fall/winter 2011 collection is out now! These cool new pieces, which are each handcrafted and intricately designed, scream color, style, and playfulness. If you’re interested in a fun way to funk up your wardrobe, look no further.
Pick Up Power
And each model gives touch-screen access to six digital functions: time (two zones), date, chrono, alarm, timer, and beep. users simply sweep through the functions using finger-taps and sideways scrolls! If you want to get your hands on a Swatch Touch 2011 today, visit Swatch on Princess Taghrid Moh’d St, Sweifieh or call (06) 585 6678. Check out www.swatch.com to see more of this collection.
Though the Hilux’s power has
increased, it’s been remade into a more eco-friendly ride combining
reduced fuel consumption with lower CO2
emissions, generating less noise pollution
as a bonus!
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Samsung Electronics announced the launch
of the new NX200, a new compact system camera that delivers professional standard photography. it features premium functions such as a 20.3 megapixel aPS-C CMoS sensor, high speed capture, wide range iSo (100-12800), HD movie recording, and Samsung’s i-Function lens. for details about the NX200, visit www.samsung.com/NX or call (06) 577 7430.
Say Cheesecake!
PicTure PerfecT
CReatiVe PieCeS
To see the collection for yourself, stop by the Foresight32 Gallery, Villa #32, ibn al roumi St., Um Uthaina, or call (06) 556 0080. You can also see more of Lama Hourani’s creations at www.lamahourani.com.
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ShOpListiNgs
apparel962 Jordan, Al Salalem Building, Prince Mohammed St., 3rd Circle, (06) 464 7134, www.962jordan.comabC Dept. Stores, Al Baraka Mall, Sa’eed Al Mufti St., (06) 582 5191adidas originals, Al Wakalat St., (06) 581 6034, www.adidas.comaizone, City Mall, King Abdullah II St., (06) 582 37 24, www.ashti.comavanti, Zara Center, Arar St., Wadi Saqra, (06) 464 3305, www.impac.com.jobCbG/MaXaZRia, Zara Center, Arar St., Wadi Saqra, (06) 4620312, www.bcbg.combhs, Cozmo Center, Al Sahel Ave., 7th Circle, (06) 551 0240, www.bhs.com biba boutique, Kurdi Complex, Fawzi Al Mughrabi St., Abdoun, (06) 592 0405boss, Al Khair Building, Sharif Naser bin Jamil St., (06) 569 2595, www.boss.comCanali, Zara Center, Zara Center, Arar St., Wadi Saqra, (06) 464 3304, www.canali.com Champions Sportswear, Abdoun Circle, (06) 592 1065 Cortefiel, Wakalat St., Sweifieh, (06) 588 5835, www.cortefiel.comermenegildo Zegna, Zara Center, Arar St., Wadi Saqra, (06) 464 3305 www.zegna.com etam, Wakalat St., Sweifieh (06) 582 8696, www.etam.comGap, City Mall, King Abdullah II St., (06) 585 5408, www.gap.comJo bedu, Baouniyyeh St., Jabal Weibdeh, (06) 461 8144, www.jo-bedu.comKaren Millen, Fountain Plaza, Abdel Rahim Haj-Mohammed St., Sweifieh, (06) 582 3952, www.karenmillen.comFiordelli, Le Royal, Zahran St., 3rd Circle, (06) 460 3000, www.fiordelli.comForever 21, Mecca Mall, Mecca St., (06) 553 7231, www.forever21.com Kenny, #18 Astra Building, Islamic College St., (06) 461 0100, www.kennyboutique.comLavin, Al Khair Building, Sharif Naser bin Jamil St., (06) 566 2444, www.lavin.comLevis, Mecca Mall, Mecca St., (06) 585 2641, www.levis.comMango, Wakalat St., Sweifieh, (06) 582 1349, www.mango.comMassimo Dutti, City Mall, King Abdullah II St., (06) 581 8227, www.massimodutti.comMaxmara, Building No. 30, Shat Al-Arab St., Um Uthaina, (06) 553 0601, www.maxmara.com Monsoon, City Mall, King Abdullah II St., (06) 585 0526, www.monsoon.co.ukPromod, City Mall, King Abdullah II St., (06) 550 2783, www.promod.comReebok, City Mal, King Abdullah II St., (06) 581 9178, www.reebok.comScruples, Cairo St., Abdoun Circle, Abdoun, (06) 592 3490Sposebella, Wakalat St., Sweifieh, (06) 585 3538Stradivarius, Wakalat St., Sweifieh, (06) 582 3386, www.stradivarius.comUnited Colors of benetton, Mecca Mall, Mecca St., (06) 551 7053, www.benetton.comVia Condotti, Queen Zain Al Sharaf St., Abdoun, (06) 592 0022Vibes, Nakhwa Center, Zein Al Sharaf St., Abdoun, (06) 593 0149Zara, City Mall, King Abdullah II St., (06) 550 2776, www.zara.comZay, Abdoun Circle, Abdoun, (06) 592 8818
appliances & electronicsaeG, Mecca St., (06) 552 7640, www.aeg.com, www.al-kattan.combang & olufsen, Thaqafa St., Shmesani, (06) 562 7317, www.bangolufsen.comblinx, Avenue Mall, Sweifieh, (06) 585 2543, www.blinx.jobose, Fountain Plaza, Abdel Rahim Haj-Mohammed St., Sweifieh, (06) 582 9404, www.bose.comCanon, Princess Bassma St., Wadi Abdoun, (06) 520 0920, www.canon-me.come-Mart electronics, Sameh Mall, Madina Al Munawarah St., (06) 550 5500Golden Mobile, King Abdullah II Ibn Hussein St., (06) 586 3369, www.goldenmobile.com.jo isystems, Foutain Plaza, Abdel Rahim Haj-
Mohammed St., Sweifieh, (06) 582 9504LG, Mecca St., (06) 556 0626, www.lg.comMabco, King Abdullah II St., (06) 580 5580, www.mabco.com.joMulti Vision, Madina Al Munawarah St., (06) 554 2902Panasonic, Mecca St., (06) 582 6042, www.panasonic.comPC Zone, Mecca Mall, Mecca St., (06) 556 1766, www.pczonejo.comPhilips, Mecca Mall, Mecca St., (06) 420 1915, www.philips.comSamsung, City Mall, King Abdullah II St., (06) 582 9545, www.samsung.comSiemens, Mecca St., (06) 582 3466, www.siemens.comSmart buy, Al Sahel Avenue, 7th Circle, Sweifieh, (06) 580 9999 Sony, Abdula Hamid Sharaf St., Shmesani, (06) 567 8944, www.sony.com tele Link, Abu Al-Suod Building, Abdel Hameed Sharaf St., Shmesani, (06) 560 7744, www.telelink.com.jo Universal Kitchen, Building No. 250, Mecca St., (06) 553 0200, www.uniersal-kitchen.com
art Galleries4 walls, Sheraton Amman Hotel, Zahran St., Jabal Amman, (06) 592 0902broadway Gallery, Salah Toukan St., Sweifieh, (06) 581 0280, www.broadway-gallery.comDar al-adna, Dhirar Bin Al-Azwar St., Jabal Al Weibdah, (06) 462 9599, www.daralanda.comForesight art Gallery, Ibn Al Roumi Street, Um Uthaina. (06) 556 0080, www.foresightartgallery.comJacaranda images, Omar Bin Al Khattah St., 1st Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 464 4050, www.jacarandaimages.comKarim Gallery, Wadi Saqra St., (06) 461 7585, www.karimgallery.com Love on a bike, Mu’thaa Bin Jabal St., 1st Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 461 4288, www.loveonabike.comNabad art Gallery, Uthman Bin Affan St., 1st Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 465 5084, www. nabadartgallery.comorient Gallery, Issam Ajlouni St., Shmesani, (06) 568 1303, www.orientgallery.netorfali art Gallery, Kufa St., Um Uthaina, (06) 5526932, www.orfali.netthe Studio, Prince Mohammed St., Bldg. 89, Downtown, (06) 464 6367,www.thestudio-jo.comZara Gallery, Grand Hyatt Amman, 3rd Circle, (06) 465 1433, www.zaragallery.org
Books, movies, & musicthe Good book Shop, Rainbow St., 1st Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 461 3939Jordan book Center, Queen Rania Al Abdallah St., Al-Jubeiha, (06) 515 1882, www.jordanbookcenter.comPhiladelphia book Gallery, Al-Shahid Wasfi Al-Tall St., Tla’ Al Ali, (06) 551 5861, www.pbgjordan.comPrime bookstore, Al Baraka Mall, Sa’eed Al Mufti St., Sweifieh, (06) 581 1204Prime Megastore, Mecca Mall, Mecca St., (06) 556 0313, www.primemegastore.comReaders, Cozmo Center, Al Sahel Ave., 7th Circle, (06) 582 8488Virgin Megastore, City Mall, Al Madinah Al-Tybieh St., (06) 5502787, www.virginmegastore.me
ediBlesbateel, Kurdi Center, Abdoun, (06) 593 4431, www.bateel.aeJeff De bruges, Cairo St., Abdoun, (06) 590 3346, www.jeff-de-bruges.comJelly belly, Abdel Rahim Haj-Mohammed St., Sweifieh, (06) 581 6531, www.jellybelly.comPatchi, Sweifieh, (06) 586 4907, www.patchi.comSugar Daddy’s, Kurdi Center, Abdoun, (06) 593 3032
tender Loving Corn, Abdoun Circle, Abdoun, (06) 592 7667turkish Delight, Yacoub St., Sweifieh, (06) 585 6980Zalatimo, City Mall, King Abdullah II St., (06) 581 6806
Florists & plant shopsalissar Flowers, Mazen Seedo Al Kurdi St., Abdoun, (06) 531 0556, www.alissarflowers.comGolzar Flowers, 7th Circle, (06) 585 5932bloomz of Heaven, King Abdullah II St., (06) 553 1001Lily, Zain Abdoun Commercial Complex, Abdoun, (06) 5923620orchids, Um Uthaina, (06) 551 9881
Furniture & home accessoriesarmani Casa, Wadi Saqra St., (06) 569 3031, www.armani.comCo + Co, Mecca St., (06) 553 0648badr adduja, Abu Tamman St., 2nd Circle, (06) 465 0470, www.badr-adduja.com.jo bashiti Hardware, T’la Al Ali, (06) 535 0009, www.bashitistores.comCasa bella, Kurdi Compound, Abdoun, (06) 592 4351elite Furniture, Mecca St., (06) 586 5557, www.elite.joHome and Garden, Queen Zain Il Sharaf St.,
Abdoun, (06) 593 4858, www.homeandgardenjordan.com
Home and Home,Wakalat St., Sweifieh, (06)
586 2622, www.homeandhome.com.joHome Center, Mecca Mall, (06) 554 1711, www.homecentre.net
in-Design, Mecca St., (06) 586 3475,
www.indesign-jo.comistikbal, Mecca St., (06)
552 8327, www.istikbal.jo the Linen Closet, Hassan
Barkawi St., North Abdoun, (06) 593 4504the one, Zara Center, Wadi Saqra, (06) 462 0305, www.theone.comRattan House, Ghosheh St, (06) 402 0789, www.rattan-house.comRocca, Al-Shahid Wasfi Al-Tall St., Waha Circle, T’la Al Ali, (06) 569 0016, www.kayyali-rocca.comZara Home, City Mall, King Abdullah II St., (06) 550 2779, www.zara.com Zone Furniture, King Abdullah II St., (06) 535 9173, www.zonefurniture.co.uk
handBaGs & shoes aennis eunis, Sa’ad Shammout St., Abdoun, www.aenniseunis.comaigner, Mecca Mall, Mecca St., (06) 552 4868, www.aigner.comaldo, Hamra St., Sweifieh, (06) 582 3972, www.aldo.combally, Fountain Plaza, Abdel Rahim Haj-Mohammed St., Sweifieh, (06) 586 2350, www.bally.comChic boutique, Al Baraka Mall, Sa’eed Al Mufti
St., Sweifieh, (06) 300 5000Clarks, City Mall, King Abdullah II St., (06) 582 5054, www.clarks.comGeox, City Mall, King Abudllah II St., (06) 582 1727, www.geox.comGivenchy, Abdoun Circle, Abdoun, (06) 592 2077, www.givenchy.comKipling, City Mall, King Abdullah II St., (06) 585 4338Longcamp, Al Baraka Mall, Sa’eed Al Mufti St., Sweifieh, (06) 581 8998Nine west, City Mall, King Abdullah II St., (06) 581 1466, www.ninewest.comScholl, Al-Shahid Wasfi Al-Tall St., Tla’ Al Ali, (0) 79 533 5000, www.scholl.com Via Uno, Al Baraka Mall, Sa’eed Al Mufti St., Sweifieh, (06) 582 5191
Jewelry & watchesabu-Shakra, Al Bayer Building, 8th Circle, Al Bayader Wadi Il Seer, (06) 581 7173, www.abushakra.combulgari, Um Uthaina Vista, Iritirea St., Um Uthaina, (06) 553 0319 imseeh Jewelry, Shat Al-Arab St., Um Uthaina, (06) 551 1120, www.imseehjewelry.comJabasini Jewelry, Shat Al-Arab St., Um Uthaina, (06) 585 9486, www.jabasini-jewellery.com Karnig, 6th Circle, Sweifieh, (06) 541 1423, www.karnigcompanyltd.rolexdealers.comKayali Jewelry, Shat Al-Arab St., Um Uthaina, (06) 552 5726, www.kayalijewelry.comKurdi Jewelry, Shat Al-Arab St., Um Uthaina, (06) 553 0101Mouawad Jewelry, Um Uthaina Vista, Iritirea St., Um Uthaina, (06) 556 3891, www.mouawad.comover the Rainbow, Rainbow St., 1st Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 461 3248, www.otrainbow.comShiraz Jewelry, Shat Al-Arab St., Um Uthaina, (06) 552 8951, www.shirazjewels.comSwatch, Sweifieh, (06) 585 6678, www.swatch.comtime Center, Um Uthaina Vista, Iritirea St., Um Uthaina, (06) 553 2216, www.timecenter.jo
kidsHamleys, Al-Hjaz Building, Mecca St. (06) 551 5020, www.hamleys.comMothercare, Mecca Mall, Mecca St., (06) 581 6934, www.mothercare.comtot Care, Mecca Mall, Mecca St., (06) 556 0724, www.mytotcare.com
mallsal baraka Mall, Sa’eed al Mufti St., (06) 580 8888, www.albarakamall.com Mecca Mall, Mecca St., (06) 552 7932, www.meccamall.joCity Mall, Al Madinah Al-Tybieh St., (06) 586 8500, www.citymall.joZara Center, Wadi Saqra St., (06) 463 7315
perFume & cosmeticsabC Dept. Stores, Al Baraka Mall, Sa’eed Al Mufti St., (06) 582 5191abu Shakra, Abdoun Mall, Umaween St., Abdoun, (06) 592 8060the body Shop, Mecca Mall, Mecca St., (06) 581 9258, www.thebodyshop.comCrab tree & evelyn, Al Baraka Mall, Sa’eed Al Mufti St., (06) 581 8286 Faces, Mecca Mall, Mecca St., (06) 585 6213, www.faces-me.comMaC, City Mall, Al Madinah Al-Tybieh St., (06) 550 2824, www.maccosmetics.comRivage, Al Hamra St., Sweifieh, (06) 562 1767, www.rivageline.comthe Soap House, Yousef Asfour St., 1st Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 463 3953Vavavoom, City Mall, King Abdullah II St., (06) 550 2826
supermarketsCarrefour, City Mall, King Abdullah II St., (06) 550 5800, www.carrefour.com Cozmo, Al Sahel Avenue, 7th Circle, Sweifieh, (06) 551 0240, www.cozmocentre.comMiles, Mecca Mall, Mecca St., (06) 585 3444Safeway, 7th Circle, (06) 568 5311, www.safeway.com.jo
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NEED TO KNOW If you’d
like to redecorate this month, swing by
THE One for their ONE-derful Autumn Collection
on sale now! Visit the showroom at Zara
Center, Wadi Saqra St., or call (06) 462
0305.
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gLUTen-free & eASy 40nAIL SALonS 42
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Imagine being told that you were no longer allowed to consume any product that
came from wheat (not to mention, related species like barley, rye, or spelt). This means, no more toast, sandwiches, wraps, pastas, cakes, cereals, pizzas, crackers, cookies — any food that was made from flour or any form of wheat-based product. Italian food becomes near impossible to enjoy, shawarma and falafel sandwiches are forbidden, and most desserts are taken off the table. Doesn’t sound like much fun, right? Yet, this is the reality for those who suffer from celiac disease, gluten sensitivity, wheat allergy, and/or gluten intolerance.
Gluten is a protein composite found in foods processed from wheat, kamut, spelt, barley, and rye. It’s the substance that gives elasticity — or that gluey texture — to dough, helping it rise and keep its shape. Not everyone, however, can
Go’s gluten-intolerant Karen simon found Amman’s top spots for gluten-free foods for those on a no wheat diet
Gluten-Free & Easy
hEALThY
biFRoSt oVeN#40 rainbow St., Jabal amman
(06) 464 1312www.facebook.com/bifrostjo
Images by: hussam Da’ana
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HoMe DeLiVeRy!Get gluten-free breads, cakes, pizzas, and more delivered to your door
Kate is a celiac and self-taught baker; she
runs the Website Gluten Free Jordan (www.
glutenfreejordan.com) and offers a range of
gluten-free products for amman’s residents who suffer like herself from celiac disease, gluten
intolerance and/or wheat allergies. if you’re not in the mood for dining
out or for going on a trek to get that soy loaf, call
Kate on (079) 953 6390 and place your order. all her special dishes
range from 8 to 20 JoD and are made in house,
guaranteeing that they’re entirely free of gluten-
based products.
SCaN Here for faCebooK
wHeat aLteRNatiVeSCheck out these stores for more gluten-free products and ingredients
CoZMo SUPeRMaRKetSTheir health food and bio aisles hold popular gluten-free products like Schär, Orgran, and Nature’s Path Organic.Issa Al Naouri St, 7th Circle, (06) 550 1240
eMaN’S Diet SHoPThe gluten and lactose intolerant alike will find a whole selection of foods suited to their dietary needs in this health conscious store.Ali Nasouh Al Taher St., Swefieh, (06) 581 7430
aL SUFaRa baKeRy a popular local bakery, Sufara is well known for its soy and rice breads, a great gluten-free alternative to wholewheat loaves. Ali Nasouh Al Taher St., Sweifieh, (06) 581 8017
digest this ingredient and for those who can’t, eating well and healthy suddenly becomes a much more complicated undertaking.
But luckily for Jordan’s gluten intolerant, restaurants and bakeries are beginning to take notice of this dietary phenomenon and are starting to offer great alternatives to wheat-based products. Take Bifrost Oven on Jabal Amman’s Rainbow St., for example. They’ve got a whole menu suited to those following a gluten-free diet. From gluten-free loaves to baguettes to cookies to pizzas and entire wheat-free meals, this is one place that celiacs can rest easy and simply enjoy their food without worrying about what ingredients it contains. Plus, Bifrost offers a gluten-free pre-order menu that carries special and delicious dishes for you to take home; you simply have to call ahead to order from it.
Tina, Bifrost’s co-founder and an art therapist, told Go that her scrumptious and highly popular gluten-free peanut butter cookies were what inspired her to continue along the path of making other gluten-free recipes. Today, she even makes the rice flour that Bifrost Oven uses so as to guarantee its purity and that it’s not contaminated with gluten-containing products. Tina even holds off from using yeast in her gluten-free breads, as that can also be an irritating ingredient for certain people.
Anyone who suffers from food allergies or specific dietary needs knows that eating properly can be a difficult task. And when an ingredient like wheat is present in most dishes, dining out can be exasperating, if not, mission impossible — especially when there’s a language barrier when you ask to “hold the bread” or a lack of knowledge of what gluten intolerance is. Yet Bifrost Oven, a welcomed and innovative establishment with their alternative meals and array of gluten-free choices, is taking it upon themselves to make that mission, not only possible but, most delicious as well.
NEED TO KNOWadd culture
to your dining experience at Bifrost! each third tuesday of the month, they’ll be hosting a Poetry Slam Night with readings
and live jazz!
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When choosing from the dozens of nail salons situated
around West Amman, ladies can afford to be picky. For the busy workingwomen looking for a one-stop-shop for everything relaxing and pampered related, try Roger Salon in Abdoun. More than just offering flawless manicures and pedicures (acrylics included!) the salon provides services ranging from massages and facials to waxing and sugaring and, of course, excellent cuts and color.
From the first moment you walk into Roger Salon, you are put at ease with its modern, elegant, minimalist style with honey colored walls and rich, brown leather seats. And making sure all clients are comfortable, a separate section is reserved for women wearing hijab. For an even more luxurious experience Roger also offers in-home nail services: for the women wanting extra comfort, the man too embarrassed to be seen having his cuticles trimmed, or for a group wanting a “girls only” evening at
Go’s Whitney McNamara scoped out a couple of Amman’s good salons to get those nails in shape
home; their home service is flexible to your desires.
Another option for a girl on a mission for some indulgence is Mani e Piedi in Sweifieh. Choose from one of their many private rooms for the treatment that will rejuvenate you. unwind after your pedicure with a 30-minute Paraffin (read: lavish wax) foot treatment and foot massage. other services include packages for soon-to-be brides, eyelash extension, a “glamour facial” to reduce the signs of aging, and even hot stone therapy for the face and body which promises to release stress and harmonize the balance in your body.
For those looking to lose a few centimeters before a big night in an unforgiving dress, Mani e Piedi now offers body wraps as well. Body wraps are known to detox your body, improve circulation, and temporarily lose excess water weight. The extra bonus: Enjoy the beautiful views overlooking West Amman while being pampered at this great salon.
DownNail It
LoCaTioNS:Roger Salon
al Kurdi Center, 1st floor, al Mughrabi St.,
abdoun (06) 593 9954
Mani e Piedi Park Plaza, Salah al Shimat St., Sweifieh
(077) 752 0144 www.
maniepiedijordan.com
Feet tReatSfeel like trying
something new? Check out Mani e Piedi’s “dry
pedicures”a great option if you’ve
got particularly dry soles, Mani e Piedi’s “dry pedicure” machine will
scrub those calluses away leaving your feet
soft and smooth. Just sit back and relax and let the machine do all the work (just be warned: this isn’t the greatest choice for
those who are particularly ticklish). and after that
treatment, why not top off your experience with an
awesome Mani e Piedi foot massage? reflexology
says there’s no better way to destress!
SCaN Here for WebSiTe
NEED TO KNOWFor the gutsy girl, Roger Salon
also offers tattoo services! However, if
commitment isn’t your thing, but you’d still like some body art, you can always opt for Mani e
Piedi’s temporary henna tats.
The Sunny Morning Show With Hanna Ali
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ListiNgsclinicsDr. Na’el abazza, 5th Circle, Al Jumean Building (06) 593 4425Dr. Midhat abdelmalik, Dr. Moh’d Al Basheer St., Shmeisani, (06) 568 9814, www.derma-jo.infoDr. Haytham abdul Hadi, Ameer Hamza St., Jabal Amman, (06) 464 0040Dr. ibrahim abu ata, al Khaldi St., Al Khaldi, (06) 463 0333,Dr. amr amr, Al Bader Medical Center, 5th Circle, (06) 592 1101Dr. Mohammad al baghal , Building No. 46, Al Khaldi St., 4th Circle, (06) 464 6625Dr. Sae’d al barghouty, Hazza’ Al Majali St., Jabal Amman, (06) 464 3133battikhi Specialized Clinics, Mustafa Khalifeh Street, 3rd Circle, (06) 464 7253Caviar Medical Center, Khald Bin Al Walid Street, Jabal Al Hussein, (06) 566 6209, www.active-caviar.comDr. Nayef al Dibes, Abu Hassan AL Ashari St., (06) 567 0499 Karmalite Medical esthetic, Na'eb Imran Al Ma'aytah St., Sweifieh, (06) 586 8024, www.karmalite.comDr. Khalil Ghosheh, Zeid Bin Harethah St., Jabal Amman, (06) 464 2190Dr. Jareer Halazon, Queen Noor St., Jordan Hospital, (06) 568 4450Dr. Nidal Hamad, Zahran St., 5th Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 592 0202Dr. Hadi abu Hantash, Al Sharq St., Jabal Amman, (06)464 4707Dr. Fawzi abu Hmeidar, Speciality Hospital, Shmeisani, (06) 565 2501, www.speciality-hospital.comDr. Khaldoun Jayousi, Bin Khaldoun St., 4th Circle, (06) 465 0666Dr. Faris Jumean, Abdullah Ghosheh St., (06) 585 3525Dr. Shireen Jweiber, Shmeisani, (06) 569 5159Dr. Zaher al-Kaseeh, Al Khaldi St., 4th Circle, (06) 464 1901Dr. ibrahim, Bin Khldoun St., 3rd Circle, Al Khalidi, (06) 464 4281, www.klc.joDr. taroob Khoury, Layla Al Khaylaeyeh St., Shmeisani, (06) 567 8909Laser Care Center, Bin Khaldoun St., 3rd Circle, (06) 463 3956, lasercareclinic.comDr. ibrahim Mashini, 4th Circle, (06) 593 1755Dr. Mute’e Mehyar, Sakinah St., Jabal Amman, (06) 560 3030Dr. alia Nsour, Al Nasser Building, Jabal Amman, (06) 464 2377Dr. Lina Qaddoumi, 6th Circle, (06) 553 5997Dr. Zuhair al Qasas, Main Street, Wadi Al Seer, Bayader, (06) 582 1801Dr. iyad Reyahi, Building No. 16, 8th Circle, (06) 586 5290Dr. Mahmoud abu Shaban, Zahran St., 5th Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 592 1020Dr. Hameidah Shaheen, Bin Khaldoun St., Jabal Amman, (06) 465 1212Dr. Ramzi tabbalat, Abdullah Akkad St., 1st Circle, (06) 465 5562,
dentistsal ahli Dental Center, Queen Rania St., (06) 516 8787Dr. Nabil asfour, Al Zohla St., 5th Circle, (06) 592 3250Dr. Hisham bustani, Dental Care Clinics, Shmeisani, (06) 560 4602 Dental Spa Clinic, Al Madinah Al Munawwara St., Um Uthaina, (06) 556 0043FiDiC (the First Dental implant Center), Shmeisani, (06) 569 9770, www.fidic-jo.com Jordan Dental Center, Gardens St., T’la Al Ali, (06) 553 8261, www.jordan-dental.com
Jordan German Dental implant Center, Mecca St., (06) 582 3345, www.JGDC-dental.comJumeira Dental Clinics, Madina Munawara St., (06) 556 3710al Khalidi Specilized Dental Center, Bin Khaldoun St., Jabal Amman, (06) 464 4281, www.kmc.joal Massi Dental implant Center, Queen Rania St., (06) 535 0669Dr. ibrahim Nashashibi Dental Center, 7th Circle, (06) 581 2393Panorama Dental Center, Sweifieh, (06) 593 9991 al Saoudi al tebbi, Suleiman AL Hadeed St., 5th Circle, (06) 592 6663
healthy eatinGatkins: United Nutritions, Mecca St., (06) 588 5449, unitednutritions.comDNi Nutrition Center, off of Wakalat St., Sweifieh, (06) 585 1188, dnijordan.comeman Hamarneh Nutrition Center, off of Wakalat St., Sweifieh, (0) 79 561 1470Nutrition Zone, Mecca Mall, Mecca St., (06) 586 8707, nutritionzoneltd.com
hospitals abdul Hadi eye Hospital
Jabal Amman, Abu Firas Al Hamadani St., (06) 462
7628, www.ahhospital.comal amal Center, University St., (06) 535 3000, www.khcc.joal amal Maternity Hospital, Jabal Al
Hussein, (06) 567 3155, www.alamalhospital.
comamman Surgical Hospital,
Jabal Amman, 3rd Circle, (06) 464 1261
arab Medical Center, 5th Circle, (06) 592 1199, www.amc-hospital.comal esraa Hospital, University St., (06) 530 0300, www.esraahospital.comFarah Hospital, Jabal Amman Mai Zeyadah St., (06) 464 4440, www.farah-hospital.orgHiba Hospital, Jabal Hussein, (06) 566 2034ibn-al Haytham Hospital, Musa Al Saket St., (06) 520 5555, www.ibn-alhaytham-hospital.comistishari Hospital, Al Kindi St., Wadi Saqra, (06) 500 1000, www.istisharihospital.comJabal amman Hospital, Al Mutanabi St., 4th Circle, (06) 464 2362Jordan Hospital, Queen Nour St., Shmeisani, (06) 560 8080, www.jordan-hospital.com al Khaldi Medical Center, Bin Khaldoun St., 4th Circle, (06) 464 4281, www.kmc.joJordan Red Crescent Hospital, Prince Al Hassan St., Al Ashrafiyeh, (06) 477 3141, www.jnrcs.orgJordanian University Hospital, Queen Rania Al Abdullah St., Al Jubaiha, (06) 535 3444, www.ju.edu.joal Rashid Hospital, irbid, (02) 710 0890Specialty Hospital, Jaber Bin Hayyan St., Shmeisani, (06) 500 1111, www.specialty-hospital.com
laBoratoriesabdoun Clinics, 15 Suleiman Hadidi St., 5th Circle, (06) 593 7376 Hanania Medical Center, 13 Khalil Maz'al St., 5th Circle, (06) 592 4385 Jume'an building, 13 Suleiman Hadidi St., 5th Circle, (06) 592 0036 Quraini building, 52 Khaldoun St., 4th Circle, (06) 464-1155
natural treatmentsabdoun Physiotherapy, Al Bader Medical Center, 5th Circle, (06) 592 4005, clients.johealth.comDina Slim Center, Abdoun Circle, Abdoun,
(06) 592 1037, www.dinaslimcentre.comPhysio Medic For Physiotherapy, off of Princess Basma St., 5th Circle, Abdoun, (06) 593 3114, physiomedic.net
opticians al Khalidi Vision Correction Center, Ben Khaldoun St., Jabal Amman, (06) 464 4281,optikos Shami, Shat Al Arab St., Um Uthaina, (06) 586 6969, www.optikosshami.comSharif eye Center, 4th Circle, (06) 464 4066, www.sharifeyecenter.com
pharmaciesabu Sheikha Drug Store, Akef Al Fayez St., Daheyat Al Rasheed, (06) 516 2971, www.abusheikha.comamin Shqair Drug Store, Khaleel Al Salem St., T’la Al Ali, (06) 550 2997arabian Drug Store, Prince Talal St., Downtown, (06) 462 4051bayer Drug Store, Hikmat Center, Al Abdali, (06) 562 1030Dar al Dawa, Al Rabiyah, Siqilia St., (06) 553 9176, www.dadgroup.comFerring, Medina Munawara St., (06) 550 1011, www.ferringme.comHikma Drug Store, Ahmad Al Nsour St., Al Bayader, (06) 585 9442Husam Nimer Drug Store, (06)5519803Jordan Drug Store, Isam Al Ajlouni St., Shmeisani, (06) 566 5125, www.jdsco.netMedica Drug Store, Al Vasram St., 5th Circle, (06) 551 6800Nabih Nabulsi Drug Store, Shaker Ben Zaid St., (06) 569 1681,Nader Group, Al Lozi St., Mokabaleen, (06) 420 0191, www.nadergroup.comomni trade (roche)Pharmacy one, King Abdullah II St., (06) 541 3026, www.pharmacy-1.com Rawafi Drug Stores, Gardens St., T’la Al Ali, (06) 551 9380telegraph Drug Store, King Abdullah 2nd St., (06) 541 1599trust Drug Store, Sport St., Al Arjan, (06) 568 0955, www.trust-ds.com
salons/BarBersaboud Salon, King Faisal Bin Abd Al Azeez St., 6th Circle, (06) 552 0181anis beauty Center, Al Farrad St., Um Uthaina, (06) 553 5717ashraf Co. (Mavala,Poupa), Hussein Snobar St., Wadi Al Seer, (06) 585 8005,avan, Fawzi Al Mouhrabi St., Abdoun, (0) 77 733 2740ayman Shatara, (06) 582 1270La Cure, Queen Noor St., Shmeisani, (06) 566 4721, www.shoplacure.com
Daisy, Sa’ad Shamout St., Abdoun, (06) 592 0686emad bazzi, Abdoun Circle, Building No. 20, (06) 593 4762, www.emadbazzi.com.joessentials, Prince Hashim Bin Hussein St., Abdoun Circle, (06) 593 5555, www.essentialsamman.comelixir, Paris St., 7th Circle, (06) 585 5723,Fatenah Salon, Mecca St., (06) 551 2006Fuad Salon, Shat Al Arab St., Um Uthaina, (0) 79 559 1020Haidar Salon, Omran AL Ma’aytah St., Deir Ghbar, (06) 581 1344Hammoudeh Salon, Abdoun, (06) 592 9080Kinda, Abdoun, (06) 593 2876, www.kindacenter.comMaria Salon, Khoury Center, Sweifieh, (0) 79 556 8209Marwan Khair, 5th Circle, (06) 553 5717,Matrix, (06) 593 1845Murad Salon, (06) 593 2252Nivea, Arrar St., Wadi Saqra, (06) 463 2984N-Style, Abdoun, (06) 593 4934, www.nstyleintl.comRa’fat aL Saeidi Salon, Sattam Al Hasan St., Abdoun, (06) 593 5222Raja’i Haddad, Swefieh, (06) 586 3583Rashid & thaer, Wadi Saqra St., (06) 552 5434Rupina Salon, Sa’a Zaghloul St., Abdoun, (06) 592 3163, www.joliefemme.infoSelena beauty Center, Al Rabiyeh, (06) 553 6050Steve & Metri Salon, Abd Al Rahman Allawi St., 5th Circle, (06) 592 1099,Style tec, Al Kindi St., 5th Circle, (06) 566 0690tariq Hair Styles, Queen Zein Al-Shouq St., Abdoun, (06) 592 3232, www.tareq.m.com ten of a Kind, Batool Center, Ahmad Al Arousy St. Abdoun, (06) 592 0095 toni & Guy, Al Fou’ad Complex, Sa’ad Al Shamout St., (06) 592 2999, www.toniandguyjordan.com
spaanantara Spa, Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea, Dead Sea Road, Sweimeh, (05) 356 8888, spa.anantara.comClub olympus Spa, Grand Hyatt Amman, Hussein Bin Ali St., Jabal Amman, (06) 465 1234, amman.grand.hyatt.comGuinot Moroccan Spa, Shat Al Arab St., Um Uthaina, (06) 552 6240, (077) 044 1440Jordan Valley Marriott Spa, Jordan Valley Marriott Resort & Spa, Dead Sea Road, Sweimeh, (05) 356 0400, www.marriott.comKempi Spa, Kempinski Hotel Amman, Abdul Hamid Shouman St., Shmeisani, (06) 520 0200, www.kempinski.com Nirvana Spa, Thaqafa St., Shmeisani, (06) 565 2673, www.nirvanaspajordan.comal Pasha turkish bath, Al-Mahmoud Taha St., 1st Circle, Amman, (06) 463 3002, www.pashaturkishbath.comthe Royal Spa, Le Royal Hotel Amman, Zahran St., 3rd Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 460 3000, www.leroyalamman.comthe Spa, Four Seasons Hotel Amman, Al Kindi St., 5th Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 550 5555, www.fourseasons.comSpa amber, Bin Ghazi St., Hai Al Radwan, (06) 585 5070 Spa time, Barakat Zo’bi St., 7th Circle, (06) 585 0025, www.thespatime.comZara Spa, Mövenpick Resort & Spa Dead Sea, Dead Sea Road, Sweimeh, (05) 349 1310, www.zaraspa.comZara Spa tala bay, Mövenpick Resort Tala Bay Aqaba, South Beach Road, Tala Bay Area, Aqaba, (03) 209-0320, www.moevenpick-hotels.com
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NEED TO KNOWIf you’re looking to give
yourself a special treatment this month,
visit the Guinot Moroccan Spa. Offering a range of spa therapies, this is the
spot to sit back and relax! Call (06) 552
6240 for more.
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DiARY OF AN ADRENALINE JUNKIEA thrill-seeker’s adventures by Go’s Karen Simon
Stick It outWith the weather cooling
down, I wanted to take the opportunity this month to
check out a cool indoor sport. After some research, I found not only one, but a whole range of them, offered at WTEO – Jordan. At this Rabia-based facility, students — both beginner and advanced — can practice Avci Wing Tsun and Avci Escrima. Additionally, this fully equipped center offers classes in fitness, kickboxing, and functional training in affiliation with DNA, Jordan’s leading health and fitness consultation establishment.
Avci Wing Tsun (also known as, WT) is a weaponless form of self-defense. It teaches effective techniques in conditioning muscle memory to produce automatic reflexes when contact fighting. Thus in WT, the attacker is countered in whichever way he or she chooses to attack. The concept behind WT is that when you’re actually fighting for your life, no rules apply, but proper use of your body and your environment becomes essential. Avci Escrima is a diverse art from the Philippines in which a Rattan stick is used during combat. Escrima’s concept of fighting can be applied to various everyday objects like an umbrella, briefcase, purse, belt, or even a credit card if necessary (watch out Jackie Chan!).
These are practical martial arts that essentially strive to teach real-life self-defense, when being able to perform a prearranged sequence of combat techniques — like a taekwondo poomsae or karate kata — is highly unlikely.
WTEO – Jordan began in 2000 with Sihing Ahmad hjeiri and has since carried on under Sihings Ismail hakki and Mutaz Mango, both of whom are adepts at WT and Escrima with a Practitioner Level 1 in the
My Tip: As the WTEO – Jordan adepts insightfully teach, “We learn to crawl before we start to walk.” So when it comes to practicing Avci Wing Tsun, there are no shortcuts. It’s only through continuous training and hard work that you will eventually become proficient in this martial art, so don’t give up easy!
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former and a Level 11 in the latter each. (Sihing is a term of respect meaning “senior male classmate.”)
So whether you’re male, female, young, or old, sign up for Wing Tsun or Escrima classes if you’re looking to get fit while learning functional self-defense. (I’ll sign up just to find out what exactly it is you can do with that credit card!)
Go checked out WTEO – Jordan to learn more about the diverse martial arts of Wing tsun and escrima
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#29, Khalil Al Dabbas St., Rabia
(079) 557 3036www.wteo.org
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the 5 Fighting Ranges of Combat in avci wing tsun are…
1. Long range (kicks)2. Medium range (punches)3. Close range (elbows, fore-arms, and knees)4. Standing-Grappling range (clinch fighting, take-downs, throws, arresting, anti-grappling, and opponent control techniques)5. Ground fighting range (positioning, escapes and counters, submissions, and “ground and pound”)
SeCUriTY bUffSWTEO – Jordan provides security consultation services in hand-to-hand combat and white weapon (non-firearm) techniquesThe Public Security Department as well as other National Security bodies in Jordan have been receiving training from WTEO – Jordan. instructors ismail Hakki and Mutaz Mango are both officially qualified teachers for such provisions and have been active in the field since 2009. Their security “avci System” was created by Si-Gung Salih avci and has been implemented by some of the world’s elite special units since 1992. This effective system is a non-sport approach catering to the needs of security forces and it remains compliant with the standards set for human-rights laws.
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NEED TO KNOWSpecialized
uniforms and equipment are
necessary to practice wing tsun and/or escrima
properly. you can purchase all of these at
the WTEO – Jordan facility!
avci WingTsun and Escrima classes for beginners: Every Saturday, Monday, and Wednesday at 18:00.
avci WingTsun and Escrima classes for advanced students: from Saturday through to Wednesday at 19:00.
fitness and kickboxing classes: Every Sunday, Tuesday, and Thursday at 18:00 and all throughout the morning from 09:00 – 13:00.
Class Schedule
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keep in mind
I f you’ve always wondered what Jordan looks like from the sky,
then the Royal Aero Sports Club of Jordan (RASCJ) has your answer. offering activities like hot air ballooning, ultralight flying, and aircraft handling, this is the aviation fanatic’s dream come true. Whether you’d like to tour around Wadi Rum for pleasure, or you’d like to take flying lessons for fun, the RASCJ can help you out.
Those looking to get a bird’s-eye view of the Kingdom’s southern mountain range should be interested in the RASCJ’s hot air balloon rides. This is a unique and unforgettable way to visit the country, and can make for a very special experience — especially as a gift for your significant other! Balloon flights usually take place during the early morning and the ride takes about one hour, however the RASCJ suggests that clients should allow between two to three hours for the whole experience.
People more interested in crafts with wings however can choose between the RASCJ’s two ultralight crafts: their Remos G3 or their Savannah. With the ultralight, clients can either hire the plane with
a pilot for a fun sightseeing flight — with a spectacular view of Wadi Rum including Lawrence’s Spring, the Seven Pillars of Wisdom, and more — or they can take up a course to be trained in flying themselves. But keep in mind, that only one passenger per ultralight flight is permitted. And the RASCJ offers transportation to and from your camp within Rum to the ultralight take off points.
So take to the skies this month and head out with the Royal Aero Sports Club. Whether you’d like to be flown around, or do the flying yourself these are must-try activities for locals and visitors alike.
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Go looked into the Royal Aero sports Club in Aqaba
to find out all about the Kingdom’s airborne activities
- flights can be cancelled due to bad weather conditions.
- The club can organize a pick up from any campsite in Wadi rum. Simply specify your location when you make your reservation.
- Wear comfortable, casual clothes and flat shoes. Skirt, sandals, and slippers are not recommended. a jacket is usually necessary during winter.
- for the ultralight, the passenger’s weight shouldn’t exceed 120kg.
a few things to be aware of before you fly
RoyaL aeRo SPoRtS CLUb oF JoRDaNKing Hussein International Airport, aqaba, (03) 205 8052www.royalaerosports.com
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PRIcEs*- For the air balloon Ride:
1 hour ride: 130 JOD
- For the Ultralight Flight: 20 minute flight: 75 JOD 40 minute flight: 140 JOD 1 hour flight: 200 JOD
- For aircraft Handling: Call the RASCJ for details.
*All fees to be paid in cash to the pilot.
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Bowling CentersStrikers Entertainment Center, Kempinski Hotel Amman, Abdul Hamid Shouman St., Shmeisani, (06) 520 0200, www.kempinski.comIstiqlal Bowling Center, Istiqlal Mall, Istiqlal St., Al Nuzha, (06) 566 4212Jordan Bowling Center, Mecca Mall, Mecca St., (06) 551 2987, www.jordanbowlingcenter.comBowling City, Athletic City, Queen Rania Al-Abdullah St., (06) 515 0000Royal Automobile Club of Jordan, Jabal Amman, (06) 520 0200, www.racj.com
DanCe CentersArthur Murray Dance Studios, Al-Kheir Building, Abdul Raheem Haj Mohammad Street, Swefieh, (06) 586 2004, www.arthurmurrayjordan.comElite Dance Studio, 4 Issa Bin Salman St., (06) 583 3361, www.elitedancejo.comFreeway Dance Studio, Shahroury Plaza, Wakalat St., Sweifieh, (06) 585 8649, www.freeway.proThe Performing Arts Center of the Noor Al Hussein Foundation, (06) 569 0292, www.pacjo.orgPulse Dance School, Al Husaini Building, Wakalat St., (06) 581 3071Roberto Dance Academy, 14 Ibn Al Fata St., 7th Circle, (079) 585 5345Salida Dance Studio, Al Husseini Complex, Abdullah Ghosheh St., 7th Circle, (06) 586 8878, www.salidadancestudio.com Tango Jordan, 2 Sulayman Al Bilbaisi St., behind the Orthodox Club, Abdoun, (079) 598 8117, www.tangojordan.com Tempo, off of Abdul Rahman Alawi St., Jabal Amman, (06) 593 8939, www.tempojordan.comThe National Center for Culture and Arts of King Hussein Foundation, off of University St., (06) 569 0292, www.pac.org.jo
Diving CentersAqaba Adventure Divers, South Beach Road, Aqaba, (0) 79 584 3724, www.aqaba-diving.comAqaba International Dive Center, Corniche St., Aqaba, (0) 79 559 2095, www.aqabadivingcenter.comBarracuda Diving Club, South Coast, Aqaba, (06) 206 0501, www.goaqabadive.comBedouin Moon Village, South Beach Road, Aqaba, (079) 538 1979, www.bedouinmoonvillage.comDarna Village, South Beach Road, Aqaba, (0) 79 671 2831, www.darnavillage.com Dive Aqaba, Al Saada St., Aqaba, (0) 79 660 0701, www.diveaqaba.comInternational Arab Divers Village Hotel & Diving Club, Aqaba South Beach Road, (03) 203 1808, www. aqaba-divevillage.comNeptune Submarine Vision, Tala Bay, Aqaba, (077) 943 0969, www.aqababoat.comRed Sea Dive Center, South Beach, Aqaba, (03) 202 2323, www.aqabascubadiving.comRoyal Diving Center, Coral Bay Hotel & Resort, Aqaba South Beach Road, Aqaba, (03) 201 7035, www.rdc.joSeaStar Water Sports, Al Saada St., Aqaba, (03) 201 3735, www.aqabadivingseastar.comSinai Divers Diving Center, Mövenpick Resort and Spa Tala Bay, Aqaba, (03) 205 0030, www.sinaidivers.com
equestrian CluBsAnnab Equestrian Center, off Queen Alia Airport Highway, (06) 412 9444Arabian Horse Club, Al-Yadoudeh, off Queen Alia Airport Highway, (06) 429 1386
Asalah Equestrian, Madaba Street, Al Yadoudeh, (06) 412 1881Country Riding Center of Jordan, Jelad, off the Queen Alia Airport Highway, (05) 351 4007Forest Hill Equestrian, after Sweilieh circle before Philadelphia University, (0) 79 531 2312, www.foresthilljordan.comFursan Equestrian, Green Country Equestrian Center, Naur, off the Dead Sea Highway, (077) 748 4702, www.alfursanllc.comGreen Country Riding Club, Naur, off the Dead Sea Highway, (0) 79 553 3578Jordan Turf Club, Queen Alia Airport Road, near the Madaba exit, (06) 059 1348Modern Equestrian Center, Ain Al Basha, (06) 472 8614Mushatta Equestrian Center, Qastal, off Queen Alia Airport Highway, (0) 77 760 0110Princess Alia Riding Center, Hussein Sports Club, Sports City, (06) 567 5739Saifi Stables, Al-Yadoudeh, off Queen Alia Airport Highway, (0) 77 744 2222 Fitness CentersActive Gym, Adam Plaza, opposite of Arab Bank, Khalda Main St., Khalda, (06) 551 3031Aline Fitness Center, 7th Circle, (06) 581 1001, www.alinefitness.com Aspire Ladies’ Spa, Rifa'ah Al Ansari St., off University St., Jubaiha, (06) 534 7637Body Design, 19 Fawzi Al Qaweqji St., Abdoun, (06) 592 9669Club Olympus, Hussein Bin Ali St., Jabal Amman, (06) 465 1234, www.amman.grand.hyatt.comClub On Five, Sheraton. Al Nabil Hotel & Towers, Al Urdon St., 5th Circle, (06) 593 4111, www.sheratonammanalnabil.comCurves for Women, Abu Firas Al Hamadani St., Building # 4, (06) 464 9049, www.curvesme.com/Jordan
Fit 4 Life, Al Kurdi Building, Abdoun, (06) 592 4499
Fitness First, Mecca Mall, Mecca St., (06) 586 3046,
www.fitnessfirst.comFitness First Platinum, Saed Abdo Shamout St., Abdoun, (06) 592 3828, www.fitnessfirst.com
Fitness One, Mecca St., (06) 585 9924, www.
fitness1club.comFlex, 7th Circle, Khalda, (06)
535 6998, www.flex.com.joInter-fit Health Spa,
Intercontinental Hotel, Queen Zein Street, (06) 464 1361Oasis Club, Marriott Hotel, Issam Ajluni St., Shmeissani, (06) 560 7607, www.marriott.comPanacea Health Club, Abdelrahim Allawi Street, 5th Circle, (06) 592 3400, www.bristolamman.comPerfect Gym, Al Husseiny Complex, Abdullah Ghosheh St., 7th Circle, (06) 582 9182Power Hut, Al Thakafe St., Shmeisani, (06) 568 6672Revolution Ladies’ Gym, University St., Tla’a Al Ali, (06) 534 9144The Royal Spa & Health Club, Le Royal Hotel, Zahran Street, 3rd Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 430 3000, www.leroyalamman.comTotal Fitness Center, Khalaf Al Bakheet St., Swefieh, (06) 585 7254, (06) 582 2844 www.totalfitnessjordan.comWorld Class Fitness Center, Hotel Le Méridien, Queen Noor Street Shmeisani (06) 569 6511
KiDs Centers The Children’s Museum, off of King
Abdullah II St., (06) 541 1479, www.cmj.joChoice Gym, Al Maha Plaza, Al Madeenah Al Munawwarah St., (06) 552 1458, www.choice-gym.comFun Factory, Abdelrahim Allawi St., 5th Circle, (06) 592 3475, www.funfactorykids.comFuntastic, 45 Damman St., Um Uthaina, (06) 554 0850, www.funtasticjo.comFun Time,Sweifieh, (06) 582 3975Jingo’s Jungle, City Mall, King Abdullah II St., (06) 582 3700, www.jingosjungle.comJordan Kids Club, Saad Zaghloul St., Abdoun, (06) 592 5957Jungle Bungle, Mecca Mall, Mecca St., (06) 553 6511Kids Land, Al Hijaz Towers, Mecca St., (06) 553 8322My Gym, Princess Basma St., Abdoun, (06) 592 5113, www.mygymjordan.com
sports CluBsAction Target, off of Queen Alia Airport Road, (06) 429 0055, www.action-target.comAmman Aikikai Aikido, 33 Taqiy Al Din Al Subki St., Khalda, (079) 666 7467, www.ammanaikikai.com Bawasel Abdoun Taekwondo Center, Cairo St., opposite Citibank, Abdoun, (06) 592 7880 Bike Rush, (077) 733 6688, www.bike-rush.com Bisharat Golf Club, off of Queen Alia Airport Road, (0) 79 552 0334Brazillian Jiu-Jitsu, Cairo St., Abdoun, (079) 653 4335, www.jordanjiujitsu.com
Climbat Amman, off of Dead Sea Highway, (06) 573 6177, www.climbat.comCycling Jordan, Near Mujama Jaber, Off Mecca St., (0) 78 555 2525, www.cycling-jordan.comDunes Club, off of Queen Alia Airport Road, (06) 412 5290, www.dunesclub.comMountain Breeze Country Club, Jala'ad near Zai, Al Salt (0) 77 723 4569, www.jordanadventure.comRoyal Aero Sports Club of Jordan, King Hussein International Airport, Aqaba, (03) 205 8050, www.royalaerosports.comThe Royal Jordanian Shooting Club, Juwaideh, (06) 412 6566The Source MMA, Al Kiswa St., Rabia, (079) 564 4402, www.thesourcemma.comTropical Desert, Prince Mohamed St., 3rd Circle, (079) 543 1616, www.tropicaldeserttrips.com
themeD parKsAdventure City, off of Dead Sea Road, Swaimeh (0) 77 900 0202Al Wadi Water Park, off of Dead Sea Road, Swaimeh, (05) 349 3333, www.alwadiresort.comAmman Waves Aqua Park & Resort, Queen Alia Airport Road (06) 412 1704, www.ammanwaves.comExit Club, off of Queen Alia Airport Road, (06) 565 2004Jordan Speed Center, off of Queen Alia Airport Road (06) 429 0306, www.jsc-kart.com
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NEED TO KNOW
The Children’s
Museum just launched their newest program Watch Your
Waste, where kids learn all about consumption
practices and waste. Call (06) 541 1479
for details.
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Go’s samer Aksoy spent the day admiring and test-driving the newly facelifted 2012 Mercedes C-Class
Better, Faster, Stronger
If you’re about to purchase a Mercedes or just visiting the dealer, make sure to stop by the Mercedes Shop near the showroom’s maintenance waiting area. There you’ll find a wide range of goodies from 1:18 high quality model cars to Mercedes infant car seats. When I passed by, I had to add three more items to my never-ending “things-I-need-to-have” wish list. And if that’s not enough to satisfy you, head up to the second level of the showroom and you’ll find an extension of the shop that has plenty more items on display!
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1| 1993: The first year the “c-class” name was used.
2| W204: The code name of the latest generation C-Class.
3| 2000: The number of new components the 2012 facelift C-Class provides.
4| 8.5 million: The numbers of cars Mercedes has sold in this segment
5| 510bhp: The staggering power the C-Class AMG Black edition has on tap.
cars, like every other product on earth have a lifecycle. It starts off way before being introduced to the public, as the design,
technical, and product gurus do their magic to create something that’s desirable. Usually, once it’s launched there’s no turning back, but for cars, these gurus have a chance to tweak and make amendments to their product in its midlife, which is commonly known as a facelift. Mind you at this point things can become astoundingly better or go terribly wrong if they over-correct.
The degree of the facelift differs from brand to brand, and specifically from model to model. Personally, I hate the facelifts that focus on a specific part of the car, such as what happened on the Honda Civic in 2004 or on the Opel Vectra in 2005 — just take a look at them before and after and you’ll know why refreshing a car is called a facelift! I like the facelifts that maintain the overall design and bring better power and technology, which give fewer areas to criticize, such as Citroen, Jaguar, and BMW facelifts.
Mercedes could be considered to be apart of the latter group, as they tend to focus on tweaking the inside much more than the outside. New technology is provided, engines are added, suspension is revised, power is boosted, and fuel consumption is lowered. And on the outside they tend to be mild with their amendments; actually, that is an understatement especially for the naked eye. For you to actually notice a difference you would either need a high-tech magnifier that’ll tell you the changes, a degree in auto design, or perhaps both! But this trend seems absent in the current generation Mercedes C-Class facelift — there’s no need for either. The car’s front has clearly been refreshed considerably, as the front light clusters receive a more angular treatment. The vehicle’s sides and rear stay more or less as is, but with the rear lights having changed in color. Also, LED lights have been added, including the daytime types. Overall the car’s stance is taut and gives a hint at its sporty intent even when stationary.
The real shocker is when you step inside the 2012 C-Class — here the entire dashboard has been redesigned. To be honest I loved the old one, but I’m not complaining about the new one at all; it has become aligned with its bigger siblings — such as the E-Class — in quality and design. All of this results in an interior that looks and feels even more high-end.
Jordan’s exclusive Mercedes dealers T Gargour & Fils Co. (TGF) provide the C-Class in three different level specifications, Classic, Elegance and Avantgarde, and all of them come with a generous list of specs. But the level of customization is staggering; you can request any engine in the lineup, or even order the epic AMG model for the ultimate C-Class experience.
On the go, the mechanical changes shine. In the C200 I drove, the Kompressor engine was replaced with a new 184bhp CGI engine, which includes a turbo. This means once you floor the gas, the power surge is incredible — not to mention smile inducing. The new 7-Gtronic plus compliments that surge and also provides seamless shifts when cruising, while the new steering setup provides sharper turn in. And if you decide to have a little fun, all the car’s mechanics will cheer you on, rear-wheel-drive included.
As we drove on and around the Queen Alia Airport Road, the Mercedes proved its versatility. The cosseting ride was highlighted as wind, road, and engine noise was suppressed. Road bumps, cracks, and potholes are also subdued as the C-Class deals with them effortlessly.
This car provides a broad range of appeal; it can meet the needs of a businessman or woman, a mom on a school trip, and even friends who are out for a cruise. The 2012 C-Class provides improvements on an already great product. So, is this facelift astoundingly better or terribly wrong? I’d definitely go with the former.
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Go’s samer Aksoy gives us an “all-you-need-to-know” guide to buying model cars both in Jordan and online
Model
the paypal mythSellers on eBay use PayPal, a third party company that provides secure transactions. To use this service too, you’ll need to register, but it’s simple enough; just follow the steps.www.paypal.com
in life, there are so many hobbies you can take on, such as painting,
sports, reading books, and even sky gazing. But if you’re a petrol-head, you might need a hobby that is more related to cars, like reading car magazines, drawing sketches of them, going to the race track, or even gazing at them for long periods of time. Another hobby that’s car related is collecting die-cast miniature models of the cars you cherish. This guide will help you start (or continue) your valuable miniature car collection...
The ScaleSDie-cast models come in specific scales, the most popular is 1:18 or 1/18, which basically means if you place 18 model cars in front each other they will match the length of the actual car. Or rather, it means that the model is 18-times less the actual size of the car it is based on. And this applies on all other scales.
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what you neeD
in your arsenal:
an aramex shop & ship aCCountfirst off you’ll need a mailbox to ship your items to, and Aramex provides you with one in the US and one in the UK; perfect.www.shopandship.com
a CreDit CarD Make sure your card information is safe. Personally, I took it a step further and got a MasterCard Net Smart from ICC. It’s a standalone card that I can charge specific amounts for online use.Call ICC on (06) 566 0660
rates, rates, rates When you buy online you pay for shipping when the item is shipped to your offshore address and when Aramex ships it Jordan. So get your facts straight before buying.Shop & Ship’s landline is (06) 535 8855
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The BrandSEven when it comes to model cars, what brand you choose to buy is crucial. There are some models that are shoddily built and their price is unjustified, but then there’s the immaculately detailed (which are also at times unjustifiably priced!). It all depends on how much you are willing to spend on these little works of art. These are just some of the most famous manufacturers:
1. the Hobby shop: The first time I put my foot into this store was two years ago. I was amazed by the wall of model cars they had; all the greats were there, like an Aston Martin Vantage from AutoArt. But sadly I was not quick enough to buy and somebody else bought it instead! Hussein Bin Ali St., Jabal Amman, (06) 565 2004
2. treasure island: recently opened, this place just received a healthy dose of models. During my last visit I became acquainted with a limited edition AutoArt Pagani Zonda Cinque, an awe-inducing model — and so is its price. Mecca St., (06) 552 2958
3. Video House: “Video House??” Yes, I thought the same thing too, but if you’re looking for a model of Scarface’s ride, a 1960s Batmobile, or even a Kyosho Audi R8, then this is where you need to pass by.Mecca St., (06) 551 5371
4. toys & toys: This store houses many toys, but it also has hidden car gems. I once found a Lamborghini Countach... and hid it, only to come back and find it gone!Wakalat St, Sweifieh, (06) 585 1991
patienCeYou might be at the mercy of someone else’s taste in color or have to deal with the fact that a model you wanted has been sold and will be available in the umpteenth month. remember, good things come to those who wait.
GoinG onlineThe Internet has revolutionized many things, and one of those things is that it has provided unrivaled shopping potential. As a die-cast model enthusiast, I’ve found that going online will most probably get me what I’m looking for. Personally, I like to use www.Amazon.com, www.eBay.com, and, www.iDcow.com (a specialized die-cast model online shop).
GoinG local
1. AutoArt: The “Mercedes of Models,” even the most basic models are very detailed, and accordingly, the price starts high and climbs up from there.
2. Kyosho: Detailed to perfection and a rival of AutoArt in price, this Japanese maker clearly enjoys its craft.
3. Bburago: The most accessible of the lot, this well-known brand provides a wide range of models, decent detailing, and modest prices.
4. Masito: They’re in the same league of Bburago, but a smidgen less in terms of detailing.
5. Hot Wheels: This manufacturer maintains a balance between quality and price, but also provides a high-end line called Elite for those with deeper pockets.
What’s great is that in the past five years in Jordan, stores that actually target people who are into model cars have started to open up. If we were, say, in 2000, you would visit a toy store and perhaps might see one or two that barely made the cut, but now the market is opening up. Here is a list of local shops that may have what you’re looking for:
Be quiCKAfter the wait or when you finally find a model that’s to your liking, be sure to act fast and buy quick; chances are, the next day it will no longer be there waiting for you!
CuriosityTake the Video House store as a perfect example; I expected rows upon rows of DVDs, instead, what I got was models stacked on top of each other. So if you pass by a place that looks remotely the part, pop in and check it out.
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You’ll always be in need for a currency
converter when purchasing model cars
online. I’ve found XE to be the most user-friendly
and accurate. Visit www.xe.com.
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Car & motorCyCle CluBsRoyal Automobile Club of Jordan, Bayader Wadi Seer, (06) 585 0626, www.racj.comRoyal Motorcycle Club of Jordan, (06) 541 1392
DealershipsAbu Haikal Car Dealers, Naser Bin Jameel St., Shmeisani, (06) 553 3353Abu Khader Automotive, Mecca St., (06) 577 7799, www.ak-auto.joAdvanced Automotive Trading And Co., Gardens St., T’la Al Ali, (06) 567 2304AIFA Trade Motors, Mecca St., (06) 577 7777, www.khayyatgroup.com.joAl Ameen For Cars, Wadi Saqra St., opposite King Abdullah Gardens, (06) 553 5491 Arab Resources Company, Mecca St., (06) 577 7799, www.khayyatgroup.com.jo Bustami & Saheb Trading Co., Wadi Saqra, (06) 553 2456, www.nissan.com.joCars Corner Gallery, Wadi Saqra St., (06) 551 1912 Cannes Power Sports Ltd., #145 Mecca St., (06) 551 9991, www.brp.com Central Trade and Auto Company, Mecca St., (06) 553 5514, www.lexus.com.joChery, Tabarbour, (06) 506 5602, www.cheryjordan.comThe Commercial And Industrial Co., Mecca St., (06) 580 3600, www.cic.com.joDaihatsu, Yasmine Building, Wadi Saqra Street, (06) 566 3101Faouri Trading Co., Mecca St., (06) 553 6680, www.faouri.comT. Gargour & Fils Co., Abu Alanda, (06) 416 2410, www.mercedes-benz.com.joGeneral Jordanian Automobile Trading Co., Queen Rania St., (06) 553 2829Harley-Davidson Amman, Al Salam St., Dead Sea Road, Marj Al Hammam, (06) 571 2394, www.harley-davidson-jordan.com Al Hijjawi Trade & Auto Service Group, Madina Munawara St., (06) 551 8265Kia Motors, Mecca St., (06) 554 8000, www.kiajordan.comAl Mahmoudia Vehicle Trading Co., Wadi Saqra St., (06) 553 6680Al Markazeyah Car Trading (Toyota), Mecca St., (06) 553 5514, www.toyota.com.joMazda, Mecca St., (06) 515 2110, www.khayyatgroup.com.joNuqul Automotive, (06) 580 3930, www.nuqulautomotive.comOle Jordan, Paris St., Sweifieh, (06) 581 5500Peugeot, Mecca St., (06) 515 2110, www.khayyatgroup.com.joSaab, Swefieh, (06) 465 7753, www.saabarabia.comSprint Motorbike Shop, Abd al Jawad Sadeq Building, Sinaa’ St., Wadi Al Seer, (079) 658 2627 TransJordan Trading Co., Mecca St., (06) 550 6280, www.jtco.comUnity Trading Est., Mecca St., (06) 582 1310, www.unity-jo.comVespa, Darwazeh Motors, Naser Bin Jameel St., Shmeisani, (06) 553 4780, www.dm.jo
Driving sChoolsFarah International Center, Al Barakah Complex, Wakalat St., Swefieh, (06) 592 3260International Driving Center, Swefieh, (06) 585 6006 Nancy Driving School, Umaymah Complex, Dahiat Al Rasheed, (06) 515 6020 Sireen Driving Center, Bayadeer Wadi Al Seer, (06) 585 4949Swefieh Driving Center, Swefieh, (06) 582 7680
insuranCe Arab-German Insurance Co., Al-Shmeissani
Abed Al Hameed Sharaff St., (06) 520 0000, www.agi.com.joArab Orient Insurance Co., Umayah Bin Abd Shams St., Abdali, (06) 565 4550, www.araborient.comEuro Arab Insurance Group, 41 Al-Sharif Nasir Bin Jamal Al Rabiah, (06) 551 8935, www.euroarabins.comFirst Insurance, King Abdullah II St., Dabouq, (06) 577 7555, www.firstinsurance.jo Jordan Insurance, 3rd Circle, (06) 463 4161, www.jicjo.com Middle East Insurance Co., Al Kindi St., Um Uthaina, (06) 552 7100, www.meico.com.jo Al Nisr Al Arabi, Al Fareen Building, Al Abdali, (06) 568 5171, www.al-nisr.com United Insurance Ltd., 35 King Hussein St., (06) 464 8513, www.united.com.jo
petrol stations & Car washesAlborj, 7th Circle, (06) 581 0531Al Bayader, Al Sinna St., (06) 565 0902Gulf Gas Station, King Abdullah II St., Dabouq, (06) 533 1647 Al Hadeel Cars Washing Station, (Zuhdi & Jordan & Saliba Co, Al Yarmouk St., Al Naharieh, (06) 477 1958Khalaf Al-Assaf & Sons Co., Wasfi Al-Tal Street, Tla’a Al-Ali, (06) 552 6888 Keenwash Waterless Wax And Wash, 8 Paris St., Swefieh, (079) 907 0100, www.keenwash.com Khalaf Al Assaf & Sons Co., Wasfi Al Tal St., Tla’a Al Ali, (06) 552 6888 Manaseer Oil & Gas, Airport Road, (06) 565 0902, www.manaseergroup.com Al-Salt, Amman Ahliyah University St., (06) 565 0902 Talaat Al Thahab Petrol Co Ltd., Madaba St., Al Abrar (06) 412 2803 Taher Gas Station (Hasan Taher Matekri & Partners Co), Prince El Hassan St., Al Zohoor, (06) 477 2241 Ten Bridges Gas Station, Al Josour Al Asharah St., Al Naharieh, (06) 414 1919Thaer Al Jaafari Co, Al Quds St., Al Zohoor, (0) 79 682 0206
Total Gas Station (Al Zwadeh Gas Stations Management Co Ltd), Queen Rania Al Abdullah St., Al T’la Al Ali, (0) 78 578 8289 Um Uthaina Gas Station, Sa'd Bin Abi Waqqas St., Um Uthaina, (06) 552 2508Zahran Gas Station (Ajyal Petroleum Trading & Distribution Co Ltd), Zahran St., Sweifieh, (06) 581 2539
serviCe Centers Abu Khader Automotive Service Center, Adwye Al-Hekma St., Bayader, (06) 582 4901 Advanced Automotive Trading Service Center, Wadi Al-Remam, (06) 492 0277Ahmad Samara Station for Automobile Services, Princess Raiyah Bint Al Hussein St., Al Kmal Yah, (0) 79 589 9785 ALFA Trade Motors Service Center, , Sewar Ben Omara St., Bayader, (06) 585 0034Allozi Station for Fuel & Car Services, (Abdalla Ahmad Abdulrahman Allouzi & Bros. Co) Abu Nuseir St., Ibn Oaf, (06) 533 7177 Barakeh Gas Station and Auto Services, (Shaker Hanna Haddad & Sons Co), Wasfi Al Tal St., T’la Al Ali, (06) 553 5454 Bustami & Saheb Trading Service Center, Marka, (06) 489 1166Car Plaza Station (Almedan for Auto Service), Wasfi Al Tal St., Al Khal Dean, (06) 537 1509 Central Trade And Auto Service Center, Adwye Al-Hekma St., Bayader, (06) 586 6440Chery Automobile Service Center, Marka, (06) 489 0011The Commercial And Industrial Service Center, Mahata St., (06) 465 1397Faouri Trading Service Center, Mqablen, Jordan TV And Radio Station St., (06) 438 0156Gardens Station for Oil and Cars Service (Moh'd Ghdaian Ahmad Al Armouti), Prince Shaker Bin Zeid St., Shmeisani, (06) 567 0890
Integrated Station For Fuel Trade & Cars Services Co Ltd, Yajouz St., Al Kolieh Al Eslamieh, (06) 523 1500 National Arab Motors Service Center, Bayader, (06) 581 9333Nuqul Group Service Center, Dead See Road, Naor, (06) 572 5911Al Rahman Auto Service Station (fareed Ali Yousef Husain), Al Josour Al Asharah St., Al Naharieh, (0) 79 536 8222 T. Gargour & Fils Service Center, Al-Ayobyen St., Abu Alanda, (06) 416 2410
speCializeD Car serviCes Al Kilani For Tires and Car Parts, Al Madeenah Al Munawwarah St., T’la Al Ali, (06) 556 0671 Alloy Wheel Repair Specialists, Sinna’a, Bayader Wadi Seer, (06) 582 1525, (0) 79 709 4014, www.alloywheelfix.com Atmosphere Car Audio and Video Center, Kabul St., Al Rabieh, (06) 552 7576, (077) 744 5888, www.atmospherejo.com Auto Excellence, (06) 582 6531,
www.autoexcellence-jo.com
Special Addition, Al Madeenah Al
Munawwarah St., T’la Al Ali, (06) 554 5006 Qingqi, Wasfi Al Tal St., Khalda, (06) 535
6500, (079) 983 2124,
www.qingqi.com.cn/en/
index.aspx Racing Dimensions
Car, Al Safa Wa Al Marwa Building, Al Madeenah Al Munawwarah St., T’la Al Ali, (06) 553 3117 Ziebart, Sinna’a, Bayader Wadi Seer, (06) 582 5533, (0) 79 543 2800, www.ziebart-jo.com
NEED TO KNOW
Jordan’s very first solar
charging station for electric cars was recently
opened in cooperation with Bustami & Saheb Trading Co. (the country’s Nissan dealer)
and the Royal Scientific Society! The station can be found at El Hassan
Science City.
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#ILoveAmmanGo’s Brandon Barron tell us a little about why he loves our capital so much, giving
our readers a few awesome ideas for how to make the best of the city
#ILoveAmman — It’s my favorite hashtag, and it’s so true. I’ve lived in Hong Kong, Toronto, Pretoria, Atlanta, and Brussels, but there’s no place quite like Amman. I’ve been blessed to live and work here for over a year now. In that time (and through a pretty extensive trial-and-error process),
I’ve found my favorite places to do the things I love. Some are pretty popular, and others are hidden gems. Each has endeared itself to me with
friendly staff and a unique personality.
A CHeAP PLACe To GeT YoUr NerD oN...I’m not addicted to gaming, but
I do enjoy using it as a means to socialize with friends. A great spot
to spend a leisurely friday afternoon with friends is Splash, a LAN gaming lounge in Rabia with a chill atmosphere. A wide range of current first-person shooters and real time strategies are offered, and the staff is perfectly fine with patrons talking smack to opponents and even making up victory chants/dances after a valiant battle. The best time to go is in the early afternoon (before the gaming chain smokers choke up the place).Splash, Kabul St., Rabia, (079) 898 4606
Our GO-GETTER Brandon Barron is an english and social studies teacher at Whitman Academy in Umm Uthaina. Check out his blog at www.brandoninjordan.com or follow him on Twitter @brandoninjordan to keep up-to-date with this Go-Getter
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The Good Bookshop is also
a great place to pick up road maps and
books all about Jordan if you’re looking to
explore the rest of the country further!
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Sure, those popular international hotel chains are great. They offer a quality stay, a familiar feel, and a sense of comfort for the accustomed traveler. However, there’s nothing quite like staying at a unique and charming place when visiting an equally unique and charming city.
Amman’s Heritage House, conveniently located on rainbow St.,, offers beautiful, contemporary hotel apartments for those looking to visit the capital in style yet in an authentically local spot. These tasteful studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments offer all the modern
comforts a guest could ask for — including wireless Internet access, DVD players, and flat screen TVs — plus the Heritage House boasts a fully functioning business center and a relaxing lounge serving up continental breakfasts each and every day. Also, this hotel’s staff is always on hand to guide and advise travelers on the top spots to see around our capital and the rest of the Kingdom. So the next time you’ve got guests flying into town or if you’re a visitor to Jordan yourself, try the Heritage House for a guaranteed great stay in Amman.Rainbow St., (06) 464 3111, www.heritageamman.com
A QUIET CUP OF COFFEE... Caffeine culture is definitely prevalent in our capital city, and cafés are everywhere. Sometimes, though, it’s hard to find a quiet place to work or enjoy fellowship with friends over a good cup of coffee. One place that I discovered, however, is The Good Bookshop on Jabal Amman’s Rainbow St. Many people don’t know that the employees at this english bookstore double as baristas. And usually, the loudest “noise” I hear on a given Thursday night hanging out there is the swish of novel pages. Feel free to check it out... just don’t tell anyone else!The Good Bookshop, Rainbow St., 1st Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 461 3939
PERFECT DINNER AND A MOvIE... The nice thing about Amman’s many malls is that they offer a package deal — food, shopping, and entertainment. My favorite place to get a bite to eat and a catch a flick is Al Baraka Mall in Sweifieh. Prime, Al Baraka’s theater, is smaller than most other cinemas in town, which makes it feel a little more exclusive and clean. Being right next door to one of Amman’s great sushi joints, Sake, is an amazing bonus. After a movie, my friends and I also like to head downstairs to Caribou Coffee to hang out and chat film.Prime Cinemas, Al Baraka Mall, Sa’eed Al Mufti St., Sweifieh (06) 585 8500
HoMe AWAY froM HoMeIf foreign friends are coming to visit, but you don’t have room for them at yours, try the Heritage House
BeAmman.com is setting out to showcase the 100 Must-Meet Ammanis and are asking you to submit your top ten candidates. So far the nominees have included notable personalities such as filmmaker Nadine Toukan, human-rights activist reem Abu Hassan, blogger extraordinaire Naseem Tarawneh, acrobatic policeman Hazza’ Thuneibat, and so many more. The submitters themselves have included ragdha Butros, rania omeish, Basem Aggad, and Abeer Abu Touq.
And, if you’d actually like to meet the people on the current list, those who submitted their nominations can set that up for you! Or alternatively, if you think you can add to the list, log on to BeAmman.com now and submit ten of your own go-getters and they just might be included in the final 100. Link to www.beamman.com for more information!
BE AMMAN’S 100 MUST MeeT AMMANISDo you know some unique residents of our capital that you think everyone should meet?
- Cool Friday markets around the city
- Innovative young entrepreneurs who are doing their best to promote Jordan’s culture
- Majestic ancient sites alongside brand new trendy hotspots
soMe More reAsons to AMMAn:
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in a region where historical and religious sites are scattered
everywhere, it’s no surprise that the Baptism Site — the place where Jesus was said to be baptized — is right in Jordan’s backyard. The area around the river is also referred to as Bethany Beyond the Jordan after the village of John the Baptist, where he lived and preached.
Today, known in Arabic as Al Maghta, this is one of the most important places for Christians as not just Jesus is said to have spent time in the area, but also other prophets such as Joshua, Elijah, and Elisha. The sacred location is also central to some of the Bible’s paramount events. In Kings 2, it’s written that Prophets Elijah and Elisha parted the River Jordan. But the most meaningful element to the location is the baptism of Jesus Christ by John the Baptist. After Jesus’ baptism at
go’s Whitney Mcnamara made her way down to
the dead sea area to visit the famous
grounds of Bethany Beyond the Jordan,
commonly known as Jesus’ baptism site
Bethany
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Bethany, the Bible says he fasted and resisted Satan’s temptations in the barren region east of the river.
Excavations in the area are recent (only commencing about 15 years ago) but have yielded amazing results. More than two dozen churches (including a Byzantine monastery), caves of monks, and pools used for baptisms have been found, all dating from the Roman and Byzantine eras. Most churches still retain their original mosaics with Greek engravings.
The site, described as “a jungle” by Prophet Jeremiah, can be explained by its low elevation, which subsequently makes the area
lush in minerals and saturated with the water from the valleys on either side of it. Today, the same bountiful signs of life still exist creating a picturesque
backdrop for the already vital and meaningful area.
TourisT in your Backyard
By car or taxi: The newly opened Baptism Site, offering all the necessary visitors facilities, is about a 40-minutes drive from Amman. Take the Queen Alia Airport road to the south and turn right where the brown sign indicates the road to the Dead Sea. The exit to Bethany Beyond the Jordan/Baptism Site is also marked by traffic signs.
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Beyond the Jordan is not to be confused with the
village of Bethany near Jerusalem, where the
Bible says Lazarus was raised from the
dead.
opening HoursWinter: 8:00am-4:00pm (last entry at 3:00pm)Summer: 8:00am-6:00pm (last entry at 5:00pm) Cost: 7 JoD
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Jesus’s baptism (Matthew 3: 13-17)
John the Baptist lived, preached, and baptized in the village of Bethany (John 1: 28)
After Moses’ death, it’s said that God stopped the flowing waters, allowing Joshua to lead his people across the river Jordan into Canaan (Joshua 3: 14-17)
John the Baptist performs mass baptisms (Luke 3:1, 5-6)
God spoke to Jesus and Jesus began his ministry (Luke 3:21-23)
Prophet Jeremiah describes Wadi Kharrar, the area around the river (Jer. 49:19)
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cairo has always been a massive, living, breathing
creature, with every right to be considered a global city. Post-Mubarak Cairo is no different. The “City of a Thousand Minarets” extends a welcoming smile to visitors hoping to explore the capital of the new Egypt.
Cairo is dirty (very dirty). It’s also congested, loud, unpredictable... and indescribably beautiful. In the Middle East, so many destinations advertise opportunities
caiRO VisiT: EgypTian MusEuM This museum showcases beautiful royal jewelry, the burial capsules of pampered pets, King Tut’s burial mask, the rosetta Stone replica, and much more. Plus, the building itself is a historical site.
an insidEr’s guidE To
what to Do
shop: kHan al kHalili Pharaonic souvenirs galore can be found at “the Khan,” a bazaar in the old Islamic part of town. Like any tourist hotspot, salesmen mark up their prices for foreigners, so bring along a local if you can.
eaT: kusHari egypt’s signature street food is a one-dish meal of rice, macaroni, spaghetti, lentils, chickpeas, fried onions, doused with garlic, tomato sauce, and spices. It’s a hearty must-try!
raMsEs HilTon Ideally located along the Nile, the Ramses Hilton allows guests to avoid the Cairo’s traffic with most of downtown within walking distance. www1.hilton.com
isis HoTEl The bare minimum of bed, shower, and breakfast is offered here, but the Isis has some of the friendliest, most sincere staff in Cairo. www.isiscairo.com
THE ausTralian HoTElThis accommodation is cheap, clean, and backpacker-friendly. Young travelers will enjoy the easygoing attitude of the staff, and tours to the Pyramids are offered daily.
where to stay
Egyptair and RJ both fly to Cairo multiple
times daily. Prices range anywhere between 200JoD and 300JoD.
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Cairo right now, check out Brandon’s
video blog of his trip! Log on to www.
brandoninjordan.com.
NEED TO KNOWexPerIeNCe: SUNSET FELUCCA RIDE ON THE NILE formerly used by Nile fishermen, feluccas are now primarily used in Cairo for pleasure cruises. An hour-long cruise on the Nile goes for around e£80 (less than 10JoD), and can be arranged with any of the countless boat owners along the Corniche. The ideal time to go is at sunset, when the murky water gives way to hues of purple and pink. It’s customary for passengers to pick up a take out meal and bring it with them to enjoy.
to escape to the lap of luxury. Not so with Cairo. Rather, ruthless taxi drivers, smiling kushari artisans, and lazy-eyed felucca navigators offer travelers the magnificence of authenticity. From the steps of the pyramids to the stalls of Khan al Khalili, Cairo insists that visitors have an unforgettable experience.
No matter if you’re a frequenter of the city or it’s your first time, make your next trip to Cairo one that can’t be summed up with the front of a postcard.
Words by: Brandon Barron
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If the city’s winter chill is getting
too much to handle, visit the Biodome. Not only is it a great attraction, here you can also enjoy the warmer climes of a tropical forest.
See www.biodome.qc.ca for details.
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the main running across the Island of Montreal, Blvd.
Saint-Laurent — dubbed The Main by locals — is an extraordinarily diverse street. one could spend an entire day walking it, visiting the many ethnic communities that it runs through, such as Chinatown, Little Italy, and Little Portugal, as well as areas taken up by Montreal’s Greek, Arab, and Haitian residents. This makes for an array of stores, eateries, and other unique venues. Plus, The Main has some of the city’s most popular nightspots if you want a fun night out.
Vieux-Montréal A neighborhood of cobblestone streets, 17th
century buildings, historic museums, and old restaurants, stepping into Old Montreal (or Vieux-Montréal) is like going back in time. This is the oldest part of the city, dating back centuries to the time of New france. Today, visitors to MTL love to make a stop in this part of town to revel in its beautiful architecture, stroll along one of the majestic squares, take up a horse-drawn carriage, or visit one of the many museums or modern galleries on offer.
quartier latin Taking its name from Paris’ Quartier Latin as well
as the fact that it was once mandatory for students in Quebec to study Latin, this is a lively student-packed neighborhood. overflowing with eclectic and trendy shops, restaurants, theaters, and popular party spots, the Latin Quarter is the place to discover and understand Quebec culture. rue St. Denis — which runs straight through this district — is the soul of the Quartier Latin; walk along this road and you’ll find more things to see, buy, and visit than you can handle.
in november, fly to Montreal, canada direct with royal Jordanian starting from 1,029 Jod (tax inclusive).
for THe SoCIALIZer for THe ANTIQUArIAN for THe BoHeMIAN
Location: Bordered by rue McGill, ruelle des Fortifications, Rue Berri, & the Saint Lawrence RiverMetro Stop: Champ-de-Mars, Place-d’Armes, or Square-Victoria (orange line)Don’t Miss: Notre-Dame Basilica. This is a feat of architectural splendor.
Location: Boulevard Saint-LaurentMetro Stop: Saint-Laurent (Green line) or De Castelnau (Blue line)Don’t Miss: Schwartz’s. The most famous delicatessen serving Montreal-style smoked meat; expect to find people queuing outside just to get in!
Location: Bordered by rue Sherbrooke est, rue Berri, rue Sainte-Catherine est, and rue SanguinetMetro Stop: Berri UQAM (orange, Green, and Yellow lines) or Sherbrooke (orange line)Don’t Miss: Les Foufounes Électriques. A great place for live music and a bit of MTL’s “underground” scene.
french-speaking Montreal is one of the most diverse cities you’ll ever come across with something for everyone
The largest city in Canada’s province of Quebec, Montreal is a bustling metropolis
that never sleeps. Home to an inordinate amount of post-secondary students — thanks to its nine universities and 12 junior colleges — here, there’s no lack of life. Packed with countless culturally dense neighborhoods, in Montreal there’s always something to do, visit, or explore, no matter your interest. And if you’re into hockey, what better city to visit than the home of the 24-time Stanley Cup champions, the Montreal Canadiens? Whether or not you know the sport, this is a city of diehard fans, and their team spirit is contagious. So pack those boots, coat, and gloves, and take a trip to awesome MTL.
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AirlinesAir Algeria, T’la Al Ali, (06) 565 0880, www.airalgerie.dzAir Arabia, Shmeisani, (06) 560 3666, www.airarabia.comAir Bosna, Abdali, (06) 569 8128, www.bhairlines.baAir Canada, Shmeisani, (06) 463 0879, aircanada.comAir France, Shmeisani, (06) 510 0777, www.airfrance.comAir Nas, Shmeisani, (06) 566 2375, www.flynas.comATE Jordan Aviation, 6th Circle, (06) 550 1760, www.jordanaviation.joBMI Airline, Rabieh, (06) 554 8951, flybmi.com British Airways, Sweifieh, (06) 582 8801, www.britishairways.comCathay Pacific Airways, Shmeisani, (06) 569 4060, www.cathaypacific.comDelta Airlines, Jabal Amman, (06) 464 3661, www.delta.com Emirates Airlines, Wadi Saqra, (06) 461 5571, www.emirates.comEthiopian Airlines, Jabal Al Hussein, (06) 568 8301, ethiopianairlines.com Etihad Airways, Shmeisani, (06) 468 0100, etihadairways.com Gulf Air, Abdali, (06) 465 3621, gulfair.com Iraqi Airways, Abdali, (06) 463 8600, www.iraqiairways.co.ukIran Air, Shmeisani, (06) 463 0879, www.iranair.comKorean Air, Shmeisani, (06) 569 5879, www.koreanair.com Lufthansa, Shmeisani, (06) 520 0180, www.lufthansa.comQatar Airways, Shmeisani, (06) 567 9444, www.qatarairways.comSaudi Arabian Airlines, Madina Munawara St., (06) 577 7766, www.saudiairlines.com Turkish Airlines, Jabal Amman, (06) 465 9112, www.turkishairlines.comRoyal Jordanian, Shmeisani, (06) 520 2000, www.rj.com
CAr rentAls:Alamo National Rent A Car, Ash Sharif Nasir Bin Jamil St.,Wadi Saqra, (06) 566 2683, www.national-me.comAssaraya Rent A Car, Al Shareef Naser Bin Jameel St., (06) 568 4771, www.thrifty.com.joAvis, Wadi Saqrah St., (06) 569 9420, www.avis.com.joBudget Rent A Car, Shmeisani, (06) 569 8131, www.budgetjordan.comDallah Rent A Car, Crowne Plaza, (06) 551 1112, www.dallahgroup.com.joDiplomat Rent A Car, Gardens St., T’la Al Ali, (06) 551 0427, www.diplomatrentacar.comEuropcar, Bristol Hotel, (06) 550 4031, www.europcar.jo Hertz Car Rental, Bayader, (06) 581 2525, www.hertzjordan.comThrifty Rent A Car, King Abdullah Gardens, Wadi Saqra, (06) 568 4771, www.thrifty.com.joU-Save, King Abdullah Gardens, Wadi Saqra, (06) 565 2207, www.sixt.jo
Hotels: AMMAnAbjar Hotel, Jabal Al Hussein, (06) 464 8883, abjarhotel.com.joAmbassador Hotel, Abdul Hamid Sharif St., Shmeisani, (06) 560 5161Amman Cham Palace Hotel, Shmeisani St., (06) 565 9270, www.ammanchamhotel.comAmman Marriot Hotel, Issam Ajluni St., Shmesani, (06) 560 7607, www.marriott.comAmman West Hotel, Mahmoud Abidi
St., Jabal Amman, (06) 465 7615, ammanwesthotel.comArabela Hotel, Shmeisani, (06) 568 5140, arabelahotel.comArena Space, Gardens St., T’la Al Ali, (06) 551 5550, arenaspacehotel.comAl Saleh Hotel, Prince Mohammed St., Jabal Amman, (06) 463 9551, alsalehhotel.comBelle Vue Hotel, 2nd Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 461 6144, www.bellevue-hotels.comBest Western Commodore Hotel, Abed Al Hammed Sharaf St., Shmeisani, (06) 560 7185, commodore-jo.comBristol Hotel, 5th Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 592 3400, bristolamman.comCarlton Hotel, 3rd Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 465 4200, www.1stjordan.net/carlton/index.htmlCentury Park Hotel, Tunis St., Jabal Amman, (06) 568 0090, centurypark-hotel.comClermont Hotel, Mecca St., Um Uthaina, (06) 553 9159, www.clermont.com.joComfort Hotel Suites, Ali Nasuh Al Tahir St., Sweifieh, (06) 585 6184, www.comforts.comCrown Plaza Amman, King Faisal Bin Abdul Aziz St., 6th Circle, Um Uthaina, (06) 551 0001, www.amman.crowneplaza.comCrystal Hotel, 16 Al Kindi St., 5th Circle, T’la Al Ali, (06) 569 2672, crystal.com.joDana Plaza Hotel, 6th Circle, Abdoun, (06) 592 4455, danaplazahotel.comDays Inn Hotel, Omar Bin Abdul Aziz St., Al Rabia, (06) 551 9011, daysinn.com.joFarah Hotel, Al Hussein Cinema St., Al Balad,
(06) 465 1443, farahhotel.com.joAl Farouq International
Hotel Apartments, Jordan University
St., Sweifieh, (06) 585 5565, www.alfarouq-group.netFour Seasons Amman, 5th Circle, Al-Kindi St., Jabal Amman,
(06) 550 5555, www.
fourseasons.com/amman
Geneva Hotel, Abdullah Ghosheh St., 7th
Circle, (06) 585 8100, genevahotel-amman.comGolden Tulip Grand Palace Hotel, Amman, Queen Alya St., Shmeisani, (06) 569 1131, www.goldentulipgrandpalace.comGrand Hyatt Amman, Hussein Bin Ali St., Jabal Amman, (06) 465 1234, amman.grand.hyatt.comHisham Hotel, 3rd Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 464 4028, hishamhotel.com.joHoliday Inn Amman, Madinah Munawarah St., Um Summaq, (06) 552 8822, www.holidayinn.comIbis Hotel, Amman, 61 Mohd Fayadh Al Assaf St., T’la Al Ali, (06) 579 9090, www.ibishotel.comImperial Palace Hotel, Zahran St., 4th Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 565 1333, www.imperialpalace.com.joInterContinental, Islamic College St., Jabal Amman, (06) 464 1361, www.ichotelsgroup.comJerusalem International Hotel, University St., Jubaiha, (06) 515 1121, jerusalem.com.joKempinksi Hotel Amman, Abdual Hamid Shouman St., Shmesani, (06) 520 0200, www.kempinski.comKindi Hotel, Amman, Al Basra St., Shmeisani, (06) 551 0885, kindihotel.comLandmark Amman Hotel and Conference Center, Al-Hussein Bin Ali St., Jabal Amman, (06) 560 7100, www.landmarkamman.comLarsa Hotel, 48 Um Mutaweh St., Al Jandaweel, (06) 585 0955, larsahotel.net
Liwan Hotel, Princess Taghreed Mohammed St., Sweifieh, (06) 585 8125, theliwan.comOcean Hotel, Iriteria St., Um Uthaina, (06) 551 7280, www.oceanhotelamman.comOrchid Hotel, Shmeisani, (06) 552 2111, orchidh.comMarmara Hotel, Mecca St., Al Rabiah, (06) 553 0480, marmarahotel.comLe Méridien Amman, Queen Noor St., Shmeisani, (06) 569 6511, www.starwoodhotels.comAl Qasr Metropole Hotel, Al Kharoub St., Shmeisani, (06) 568 9671, alqasrmetropole.comRama Hotel, Abdallah Ghawsha, 7th Circle, (06) 581 6722, ramahotel-jo.comRed Rose Hotel, Shat Al Arab St., Um Uthaina, (06) 551 2301, www.1stjordan.net/redroseRetaj Hotel, 180 Zahran St., 5th Circle, Um Uthaina, (06) 551 6688, retajhotel.comRegency Palace, Queen Alia St., Shmeisani, (06) 560 7000, www.theregencyhotel.comLe Royal, Zahran St., 3rd Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 460 3000, www.leroyalamman.comRozana Hotel Suites, Airport Road, Sweifieh, (06) 586 3024, www.rozana.comSadeen Amman Hotel, Wasfi Al Tal St., Khalda, (06) 551 4733, sadeen.comSamira Miss Hotel, Wasfi Al Tal, (06) 560 2773, samiramisshotel.comSan Rock Hotel, 6th Circle, Um Uthaina, (06) 551 3800Sheraton Amman, Al Nabil Hotel & Towers, Al Urdon St., 5th Circle, (06) 593 4111, www.sheratonammanalnabil.comSorate Hotel Apartments, 6th Circle, Sweifieh, (06) 585 8029, sorate.netAl Thuraya Hotel, Al Bayrooni St., Shmeisani, (06) 567 7228, www.althurayahotel.comToledo Hotel, 37 Al Razi St., Jabal Al Hussein, (06) 465 7777, www.toledohotel.joTurino Hotel, One Main Square, Sweifieh, (06) 586 3944, turino-hotel.comAl Waleed Hotel, Ali Nasouh Al Taher St., Sweifieh, (06) 586 4475, rumhotels.comYa Hala Hotel, Wakalat St., Sweifieh, (06) 581 2944, yahala-hotel.com
DAnA reserveFeynan Ecolodge, Dana Bio Reserve, (079) 748 7900, www.feynan.com
DeAD seADead Sea Spa Hotel, Salt Land Village, Sweimeh, (05) 356 1000, jordandeadsea.comHoliday Inn Resort, Dead Sea Road, Sweimeh, (06) 349 5555, www.ichotelsgroup.comJordan Valley Marriott Resort & Spa, Dead Sea Road, Sweimeh, (05) 3560400, www.
marriott.comKempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea, Dead Sea Road, Sweimeh, (05) 356 8888, www.kempinski.comMövenpick Resort & Spa, Dead Sea Road, Sweimeh, (05) 356 1111, www.moevenpick-hotels.com
AQABAAqaba Gulf Hotel, King Hussein St., (03) 201 6636, aqabagulf.comAquamarine Beach Hotel, King Hussein Blvd, (03) 203 2636Captain’s Hotel, (03) 206 0710, captains.joCoral Bay Hotel, Aqaba Southern Coastal Road, (03) 201 5555, coralbayaqaba.comCrystal International Hotel, Cornish St., (03) 202 2001, crystal-international.comDoubleTree by Hilton, Al Hammamat Al Tunisyya St., (03) 209 3209, doubletree1.hilton.comGolden Tulip Aqaba, Al Saada St., (03) 205 1234, www.goldentulip.comMovenpick Resort & Residence Aqaba, King Hussein St., (03) 203 4020, www.moevenpick-hotels.comRadisson Blu Tala Bay Resort, Tala Bay, South Beach, (03) 209 0777 www.radissonblu.comRaed Hotel Suites, Al Sa'adeh St., (03) 201 8686, raedhotel.com
PetrAAmra Palace Hotel, Wadi Mousa, (03) 215 7070, www.amrapalace.com Candles Hotel, Wadi Mousa, (03) 215 7311 / (03) 565 1065, www.petracandles.com Crowne Plaza Resort Hotel Petra Forum, Wadi Mousa, (03) 215 6266, www.crowneplaza.com Grand View Hotel, Wadi Mousa, (03) 215 6871, www.grandview-hotel.com.joMarriott Hotel, Taybeh Road, Wadi Mousa, (03) 215 6407, www.petramarriott.com Movenpick Nabatean Castle Hotel, Taybeh Road, Wadi Mousa, (03) 215 7201, www.moevenpick-hotels.comMovenpick Resort Hotel, Al Seyaha St., Wadi Mousa, (03) 215 7111, www.movenpick-petra.comPetra Panorama Hotel, Taybeh Road, Wadi Mousa, (03) 215 7398, www.petrapanorama.com Petra Rest House Hotel, Wadi Mousa, (03) 215 6266Sella Hotel, Wadi Mousa, (03) 215 7170, www.sellahotel.com Silk Road Hotel, Tourism St., (03) 215 7222, www.petrasilkroad.com
MADABAMadaba Inn Hotel, Yarmouk St., (05) 3259003, www.madabainn.com
Listingsexplore
NEED TO KNOW
If you have clients that are
flying in for business, book them into Landmark
Amman. They’ve opened an exclusive Executive Wing, a
new haven for corporate guests. Call (06) 560
7100 for details.
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Aqaba’s status as a special economic zone is a blessing for Jordan’s economy. In the past decade, Aqaba has seen a huge
increase in foreign investment. However, this new development comes at a cost to Jordan’s coastline, which measures only 24km. The goal of the Royal Marine Conservation Society (JREDS) is to try and temper the effect of development, preserve Aqaba’s rich marine life, and help get the larger community involved.
An overwhelming 80% of marine pollution comes from land-based activities. Major causes of coral reef decline are: coastal development, sedimentation, destructive fishing, pollution, tourism, and global warming. JREDS Project
Coordinator, Maram Al-Kailani, explained that the vast majority of responsibility for cleanup and sustainable use of Jordan’s beaches currently lies with businesses. Even though individuals are the ones who collectively affect the state of marine life, individuals are not usually the ones who are asked to pay to fix the problem; litter laws are not well enforced, and unfortunately a culture of stewardship is not yet widely embraced in Jordan.
To combat this, Royal Marine Conservation Society works on both the individual and business level to keep Jordan’s shores healthy. JREDS has created several different initiatives, including outreach, a sustainable development program, and a marine conservation program. The focus of the sustainable development program is to work with the Aqaba Special Economic Zone Authority (ASEZA) to ensure that new building does not place an undue burden on the Red Sea’s marine life. JREDS is also a member of the Clean Up
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AMMAN:#7, Abdel Aziz El Thaalbi St.,
Shmeisani(06) 567 6173
AQABA#6 Al Farabi St., Al
Rabwa(03) 202 2995
www.jreds.org
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Go’s Leah spelman met with the Royal Marine Conservation Society, the environmentalists that are working to protect the Red Sea and Jordan’s coast
ConservationCoastal
JREDS has two offices, one
in Amman and one in Aqaba. Both are very welcoming of volunteers all
year round!
NEED TO KNOW the World Campaign — a global initiative that brings citizens together to raise awareness about the detrimental impact trash has on local habitats by organizing garbage pick-ups. As part of their efforts, the Royal Marine Conservation Society hosts annual beach and dive cleanups, as well as environmental family evenings, so find out what you can do to get involved.
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When enjoying Jordan’s beaches or coral reefs — whether through diving or snorkeling — practice eco-diving. Eco-diving means not only avoiding touching fragile reefs and marine life, but also making a positive effort to ameliorate existing damage. If you see a trash bag, pick it up! If there’s a soda can lying on the bottom, take it back with you. Keep in mind that ultimately, Jordan’s reefs will only be around to enjoy as long as we make a concerted effort to protect them.
BeCoMing A MeMBerAside from volunteer opportunities, JREDS also offers annual and lifetime memberships for those who wish to support JREDS’ projects without spending time at the beach or in their office. Annual memberships for the first year are 40 JOD, and 25 JOD for each subsequent year. Lifetime memberships are also available, so call them for more details!
1. Participating in beach cleanups to clear trash.2. Diving to clean litter off of reefs (must be a certified diver).3. Volunteering in the office to help with awareness campaigns.4. Participating in government advocacy campaigns.
right now JREDS is gearing up for an anti-littering campaign with ASEZA to begin in early 2012. Stay tuned for opportunities to help lend a voice. Maram al-Kailani explained that past campaigns with ASEZA have led to positive changes in construction design, and she’s hopeful that the new campaign will make another positive impact.
If you’re not interested in volunteering with JREDS specifically, you can still embrace the ethos behind it
Put tHe PHilosoPHy into PrACtiCe
SIGN UP!Some ways you can volunteer with JREDS include
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Al Bathaa’ St., Hashemi Al Shamali(06) 556 0741www.johud.org.jo/Youth.htmlwww.facebook.com/PBYRC
Go’s annisa rochadiat looked into the Princess Basma Youth Resource Center and what they’re doing to impact our nation’s youth
Unprecedented political events unfolding across the MENA
within the past year has brought to light a reality that no politician or analyst can longer ignore: the existence of a burgeoning, disaffected segment of society that makes up the majority of the region’s population: the youth. Ushered in by recent economic progress and developments in welfare and education, around 30% of the region’s population — representing over 100 million — now comprise those aged between 15 and 29. With youth unemployment levels across the region standing at a staggering 25%, coupled with increasing pressures on other sectors of governance such as healthcare, education, and national resources, governments more than ever are pressed to deliver policies that put the young at their core.
Generation
Development SyStemSThe PBYRC utilizes four thematic approaches to development Civic Engagement, Economic Empowerment, Media for Development, and Creative ICT for Development are the center’s main methods of development. These operate mainly via JOHUD’s network of 50 Community Development Centers (CDC) throughout Jordan. In delivering its programs and activities, PBYRC has worked with various national and international public and private stakeholders.As part of PBYRC’s Creative ICT for Development program, for example, PBYRC partners up with Intel and joins the multinational semiconductor chip company’s Computer Clubhouse initiative. Together they’ve set up an after-school learning initiative where members of underprivileged communities aged between 10 and 18 get to work with inspiring adult mentors in fostering creativity and building self-confidence through the use of technology.
pressing issues facing our youth, especially following the recent, “Arab Spring.” “This year is important as our youth see what’s happening in the region and [they need] to feel that they have a voice. We [at PBYRC] will highlight and show how they can gain a voice through volunteering,” Jaradat said.
One unique aspect of the PBRYC is how it facilitates for the young to work with local leaders. PBYRC’s Youth Advocacy in Action, allows youth activists in cities like Madaba, Karak, and Tafileh to work with their municipal counterparts and contribute their voice. PBYRC also has a program called, “Basic Life Skills,” which introduces healthy lifestyles and communication and leadership skills. This program has successfully reached 30,000 young Jordanians since its inception. And this is just the start.
Now! To find out more about the
Princess Basma Youth Resource Center or to
get in touch with them, you can also follow
them on Twitter @PBYRC.
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Images by: Ibraheem Shaheen
In Jordan, where nearly 60% percent of the population is under 30, the task of including the nation’s youth and keeping them a priority in the country’s development trajectory has been led by the Kingdom’s largest and oldest non-profit, the Jordanian Hashemite Fund for Human Development (JOHUD). JOHUD established the Princess Basma Youth Resource Center (PBYRC) as a means for Jordan’s youth to express themselves and promote their active participation in national and community development processes. This is done via the center at the ZENID complex in Hashemi Al Shamali through programs designed to help stimulate youth employment and cultivate the spirit of volunteerism.
According to PBYRC Director Jenine Jaradat, fostering a culture of volunteering is one of the many
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Photograph of the Month:
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If you would like to have your image selected as Go’s “Photo of the Month” then email your submissions to [email protected]. Include your name, nationality, age, and profession, and we’ll get back to you if/when your photo has been chosen!
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CHArities AnD ngosArab Women’s Organization of Jordan, Rainbow St., 1st Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 565 0644Business & Professional Woman-Amman, Ibn Asaker St., 4th Circle, (06) 566 3013, www.bpwa-amman.orgAbdel Hamid Shoman Foundation, Al Kulliyah Al Ilmiyah Al Islamiyah St, Jabal Amman (06) 465 9154, www.shoman.org Care International, Ibn Al Roumi St., Um Uthaina, (06) 552 7921, www.caremiddleeast.org/JordanHamzetWasel, (077) 786 8298, www.hamzetwasel.com Humane Society for Animal Welfare, Queen Alia Airport Highway, (06) 412 9077, www.hcaw-jordan.com INJAZ, Ibrahim Ayoub St., Al Redwan, (06) 565 7410, www.injaz.org.joJordan Environment Society, Shmesani, (06) 569 9844, www.jes.org.joJordan Institute Of Diplomacy, Suleiman Al Hadidi St., Sweifieh, (06) 593 4400Jordan National Red Crescent Society, As Saada, Madaba (06) 477 3141, www.jordanredcrescent.orgJordan River Foundation, Rainbow St., 1st Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 593 3211, www.jordanriver.joJordan Hashemite Fund For Human Development, Al Madina Mounawara St., (06) 582 5241, www.johud.org.jo Jordanian’s Women Union, Al-Hussein Refugee Camp, (06) 568 7037, jordanianwomenunion.orgKing Abdullah II Fund For Development, Petra University, Queen Alia Airport Road (06) 582 2820, www.kafd.joKing Hussein Cancer Foundation, Saad Bin Abi Waqqas St., Um Uthaina, (06) 554 4960, www.khcc.joKing Hussein Foundation, Fares Al Khoury St., Shmeisani, (06) 560 6056, www.kinghuseeinfoundation.org Mabarrat Um Al Hussein (MUF), North Marka, (06) 489 2680MIZAN, Razi St., Jabal Al Hussain, (06) 569 0691, www.mizangroup.jo National Center for Human Rights, 151 Zahran St., Jabal Amman, (06) 5931256, www.nchr.org.joRoyal Scientific Society, Al Jubaiha, (06) 534 4701, www.interacademies.netRoyal Society for the Conservation of Nature, (06) 533 7931, www.rscn.org.joSave the Children Foundation, Princess Basma Center for Social Development, Jabal Al-Nuzha, (06) 567 0241, www.savethechildren.netUnited Nations University, University of Jordan, International Leadership Institute Building, Queen Rania St., (06) 533 8167, jo.one.un.org UNRWA, Wadi Seer, Bayader, (06) 582 6171, www.unrwa.orgUSAID, American Embassy, Abdoun, (06) 590 6117, jordan.usaid.gov
ClAssesArtBandak Art, 7th Circle, Wadi Al Seer, (06) 582 4952Darat Al Funun, Nimer bin Adwan St, Downtown, (06) 464 3251, www.daratalfunun.orgOrfali Art Center, Kufi St., Um Uthaina, (06) 551 0603, www.orfali.net
CooKingCrafty Cooks, Nakho Building, Shat Al Arab St., Um Uthaina, (06) 554 7103Noodasia, Abdoun Circle, Abdoun (06) 5936999
MusiCDo Re Mi Music, Jabal Hussein, (06) 568 2562
Freddy for Music, Abdoun Gardens, Abdoun, (06) 592 0085, www.freddyformusic.comGhassan Al-Hejjawi Music Center, Tla' Al-Ali, (06) 553 1458IPlay Music Center, Al Husseini Complex, Paris St., Sweifieh, (06) 586 8676, www.iplaymc.joLife Melody for Music Classes, Jaber Complex, Mecca St., (06) 581 7405, www.lifemelody.netZiad Alawsi, (0) 79 618 7292, www.alawsi.com
MoDelingModelicious Management, Building No. 6 Khawarizmi St., Gardens, (06) 562 0849, www.modelicious.com.jo
Colleges & universitiesAl Hussein Bin Talal University, Ma’an, (03) 217 9000, ahu.edu.joArab Open University, Tariq Khalid Bani Mujahid St., Tabarboor, (06) 5630630, www.aou.edu.joGerman Jordanian University, Al Jubeiha, (06) 530 0666, www.gj.edu.joJordanian University, University St., Al Jubeiha, (06) 535 5000, www.ju.edu.jo New York Institute of Technology, Queen Alia Airport Highway, (06) 5537902, www.nyit.edu.joPetra University, Queen Alia Airport Highway, (06) 579 9555, www.uop.edu.joPrincess Sumaya Univeristy, Al Jubeiha, (06) 535 9967, www.psut.edu.joAl Quds College, Airport Road, (06) 579 9020, www.quds.edu.joTala Abu Ghazaleh College, Mecca St., (06) 550 9222, www.tagcb.edu.joYarmouk University, Irbid, (02) 721 1111, www.yu.edu.jo
lAnguAge CentersAmerican Language Center, University St., (06) 552 3901, www.alc.edu.joAMIDEAST Jordan, Nuh Al-Rumi St., Sweifieh, (06) 581 0930, www.amideast.orgBell Amman, Marj Al Hammam Bridge, (06) 579 9035, www.bellamman.edu.jo Berlitz, Prince Shaker Bin Zeid St.,
Shmeisani, (06) 566 5393, www.berlitz.jo British Council Jordan, Rainbow St., 1st
Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 460 3420, www.britishcouncil.org/jordan Cultural French Center, (06) 461 2658, www.cccljor-jo.org
nurseriesGrowing and Knowing Preschool, Al Dahran St., Um Uthaina, (06) 552 5919, www.growingnknowingpreschool.comIman Early Learning Center, Sweifieh, (06) 592 5945Jumpstart Preschool, Shat Al Arab St., Um Uthaina, (06) 552 0234Little Academy, Al Ifthikhar St., Abdoun, (06) 585 8282, www.tlacademy.com
reAl estAtesAbdoun Real Estate, 10 Fawzi Qaweqji St. Mouhtaseb Complex, Abdoun, (06) 592 0605, www.abdoun.com.joAbu Jodum, Shmeisani, (06) 566 0701, www.abujodum.comMawared, Nabulsi St., Al Abdali, (06) 566 5825, www.mawared.joSaraya, Al-Koufeh St., Um Uthaina, (06) 550 5444, www.sarayaholdings.comTaameer Jordan, Sweifieh, (06) 588 5558, www.taameer.joTala Bay, Al Ameer Shaker Bin Zeid St., Shmeisani, (06) 565 5700, www.talabay.joTamleek, 4th Circle, (06) 461 7851, www.tamleek.jo
sCHoolsAmerican Community School, Dahiat Al-Amir Rashid, (06) 581 3944, www.acsamman.edu.joAmman Baccalaureate School, Al Hijaz St., Dabouq, (06) 541 1191, www.abs.edu.jo Amman Int. School, King Abdullah Ii St., Al Rawabi, (06) 551 6931 Al Feker Al Tarbawi Secondary School For Girls, Al Shora St., Al Helal, (06) 438 3877
International Academy, Sa'ad Khair Street, King Hussein Parks, (06) 550 2055, www.iaa.edu.joInternational Center for Montessori Education, (06) 556 1464, www.montessori-icme.comInternational Community School, Naour, (06) 479 0666, www.ics-amman.edu.joThe International School Of Choueifat, Airport Road, (06) 429 1133, www.iscamman-sabis.netAl Ittihad Secondary School For Girls, Waqed Bin Abdullah St., Qotnah, (06) 516 7990 Modern American School, Swefieh, (06) 586 2779, www.modernamericanschool.comModern Arab Academy School, Sharhabil Bin Hasaneh St., Al Jern, (06) 566 0091 Modern Educational Academic School, Moh'd Ali Al Ja'bari St., Al Rawabi, (06) 586 5620 Sheikh Al Shuhada Omar Al Mukhtar School, Al Madeenah Al Munawwarah St., Al Tela Al Shamali, (06) 552 2495
sPeCiAlizeD institutionsAviation Technological Academy, Sulayman Al Dukkar St., Khalda, (06) 535 0911Ayla Aviation Academy, King Hussein International Airport, Aqaba, (03) 206 4777, www.aylaaviation.comJordan Academy of Music, off Ubadah Bin Al Samet St., Shmesani, (06) 560 4172, www.jam.edu.joMideast Aviation Academy, Marka Airport,
(06) 487 5152, www.maa.joRed Sea Institute of Cinematic
Arts, Al Rashed St., Aqaba, (03) 201 6201, www.rsica.edu.joRoyal Academy of Culinary Arts, King Abdullah II St., Dabouq, (06) 541 2682, www.raca-lesroches.edu.joRoyal Film Commission, 5 Omar Bin Al Khattab St., 1st
Circle, Jabal Amman. (06) 464 2266, www.rfc.jo
SAE Institute, off of Queen Alia Airport Highway, (06) 579 9071,
www.saejordan.com
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plaY
Platform: PC, PS3, 360Developer: Bethesda Game Studios
genre: Action RPGrelease Date: 11 nov.
The massive universe and intricate details that made Oblivion so popular
years ago is back, only bigger and more intricate. You are an epic hero, with a
quest to save the world! Reason to go play it: Three words that will bring a smile to any fantasy nerd:
“ride a dragon.”
Cool new releases from the 3DS to the iPhone
Z eldites across the globe are jumping out of their Hylian
boots with excitement and anticipation for Fujibayashi’s newest game in the Zelda saga. Skyward Sword is set right before Ocarina of Time, and Link is living on a collection of islands in the sky (Bioshock: Infinite, anyone?). As opposed to other games, Zelda is not a princess in this one. Rather, she’s a childhood friend of Link’s, who’s (you guessed it) kidnapped by a demon king. Reason to go play it: This will probably be the last game to get excited about on Wii. Enjoy it!
Platform: Pc, 360, PS3, Wii, DSDeveloper: Infinity Ward
genre: FPS release Date: 8 nov.
This game takes place in the same future projection universe of the
other Modern Warfares, with a rogue post-Soviet army seeking to end the
United States. Reason to go play it:
Play in zombie Nazi mode (now with smarter undead) on any of the maps in
the game.
Platform: WiiDeveloper: Nintendo genre: Action/adventure release Date: 20 Nov
THe elder ScrollS V: Skyrim
call of duTy: modern Warfare 3
SUPER MARIO 3D LANDPlatform: Nintendo 3DSDeveloper: nintendoGenre: PlatformingRelease Date: 13 nov.Each of the 16 installments of the Mario franchise adds some new element. The newest game puts the 3DS’ full capabilities to use.Reason to go play it: If you don’t stay up-to-date on your Mario gameplay, your gamer cred vanishes like a Koopa Troopa in a fireball.
NARUTO SHIPPUDEN: ULTIMATE NINJA IMPACT Platform: PSP Developer: cyber Connect 2 Genre: : AdventureRelease Date: 27 nov.Think Mortal Kombat meets Kirby’s Dreamland (if you can). Naruto is on a quest, and everyone wants to karate chop him. Reason to go play it: change the fate of your fave character by playing scenes from the series.
THE OREGON TRAILPlatform: DSi (download) Developer: Gameloft Genre: SimulationRelease Date: 1 nov.One of the few fun games you could play in school without getting in trouble is back. relive the perilous and comedic journey of pixilated pioneers in this classic. Reason to go play it: Oregon Trail’s catch phrase: “You died of dysentery.”
HAnDHelD Console gAMe reviewsGame Releases
november
This month's hottest and most anticipated video games
THe legend of Zelda SkYWARD SWORD
Words by: Brandon Barron
BrAnDon’s CHoiCe
viDeo gAMesThese are just some of Brandon Barron’s favorite games of all
time; if you’re into gaming yourself but haven’t tried these,
check them out!
Portal 2 After the incredible accomplishment of figuring out the physics of this action/puzzle game, sit back and help (or, scoff at) your friends while they have a go.
Ratchet and Clank: Up Your Arsenal An irreverent title for the PS2, this action/adventure game has more weapons of mass destruction than George W. bush’s imagination.
Age of Empires 3 It’s one of the few true examples of edu-tainment. Developers put some serious detail into what was sadly the last of a series of outstanding real-time strategies.
BioShockThis first-person shooter game is as much a feast for the eyes as it is a thrilling challenge. If Ayn rand and George Orwell made a video game, this would be it.
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young adult: iNHEriTaNcE (#4, THE INHErITANcE cYcLE) CHRISTOPHER PAOLINI KNOPF Release Date: 8 Nov.
adult:11/22/63 STEPHEN KING SCRIBNER Release Date: 8 Nov.
There are few world events that happen in an individual’s lifetime that are so impacting
that they can never be forgotten. For many in the 1960s, the assassination of US president John F. Kennedy was such an event. King’s latest novel, is an alternate history piece that chronicles the mission of a time traveler attempting to prevent the assassination. Readers shouldn’t expect King’s signature supernatural spooks; instead, this novel’s protagonist faces the real horrors of extremism.
Sure, this is a young adults’ book, but the final installment of Paolini’s Inheritance Cycle is
just as eagerly awaited by grown ups as by their kids. Eragon has matured leagues from his humble origins, and his dragon, Saphira, has turned into a formidable steed. The duo comprise a war machine worthy of any opponent, and they find one in the evil king, Galbatorix. And this time, there are only two options for Eragon and Saphira: unexpected victory or all-ending defeat.
v is for vengeAnCe Sue Grafton Putnam Release Date: 14 nov. The newest
installment of Grafton’s Alphabet series, V is more of a collection of stories than a single timeline. However, it’s the shocking, overarching narrative that brings characters together and truth to light. Kinsey millhone, a private investigator, comes to grips with a crime that is seemingly unrelated to her, but turns out to be much closer to home than expected. Whenever there is a pursuit of justice, injustice fights back, and it’s fighting back at Kinsey pretty hard.Reason to go read it: Realize how dreams of wealth, fame, and power can turn into a nightmare of crime, hatred, and despotism.
Kill AleX Cross James PattersonLittle, Brown & Company Release Date: 14 nov. It’s a cat and mouse
game, but the hunter is becoming the hunted. While Alex chases after the criminal behind a biological attack on the US capital, the seemingly omnipotent culprit wields his awesome power to take Alex out. What comes of this is a personal revelation to Patterson’s staple character that those in whom we place the most trust are quite often the ones who require the strongest microscope. Reason to go read it: These kinds of conspiracy books fuel the first of political nut-jobs, but you have to admit, they also make for pretty riveting reading.
steve joBs Walter isaacsonSimon & Schuster Release Date: 21 nov. What better way
to commemorate the technological and money-making genius of Steve Jobs than to sell his story in a handheld format? Isaacson does just that with this hastily-yet-meticulously put together biography of the man who brought the world iEverything. The book is a quilt of interviews — forty with Jobs, and many more with over 100 people — intricately stitched together to give the reader a multifaceted perspective of an awe-inspiring individual. Reason to go read it: Pay your respects by reading Steve Jobs on an iPad, or, ironically, download it on Kindle.
NOvEmbEr
bOOK RElEASES
KinDle BooK
of tHe MontH Thankfully, for the
romantics out there, romance novels are readily available just about anywhere. The next Always kicks off roberts’ new Inn Boonsboro series with a tale of teenage romance that seemed to be lost until decades later. beckett, the novel’s protagonist, learns a lot
about the many aspects of love — friendly, brotherly, and romantic. He also finds out that, to fight for love, one must sometimes transcend the mortal into the realm of the afterlife.Reason to go read it: So many romantic works are vampire-based these days. It’s nice to have a good ol’ ghoul thrown into the mix.
THE NExT ALWAYS Nora roberts Berkley Release Date: 1 nov.
What
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G Nashma and JassemTaghreed NajjarWe’re letting our inner child out this month by reading this cute story about a girl and her camel friend who gets lost. With beautiful illustrations by Zainab faydee, this heartwarming take is sure to delight any of the young people in your life.Pick it up at Hamleys, Mecca St.
Book Releases
reaD
november
Words by: Brandon Barron
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rIhaNNaTalk THaT Talk def jaM ReCoRdinGS She was originally planning a re-release
of last year’s album Loud with some new material but, subsequently, rihanna decided that she had enough new stuff to do something totally different. Unsurprisingly for this songstress, she’s already topping the charts with the album’s first single, the calvin Harris produced, “We found Love.” The single sold like crazy upon being release; though this might have something to do with her being told to get off a farmer’s field while filming the music video — the farmer thought she wasn’t wearing enough clothing!Release Date: 21 nov.Reason to go listen to it: because if you liked her reggae-infused “man Down” from Loud, you’ll find more songs like it on this album.
aTlas soUNDparallax4ad So, what should come first? Music or
lyrics? According to bradford James cox, you don’t write lyrics in advance. bradford’s a guitar buff and you can hear that throughout the track “mona Lisa”; it has a distinctly haunting melodic appeal. Though this album may be described as “trippy,” it really is a good listen. bradford describes his writing style as drifting off into a trance only to come out of it to find he has music! This album will take you into your own trance and you’ll love it. Even the title Parallax is a word that describes seeing things from different perspectives — it captures this album perfectly! Release Date: 8 nov.Reason to go listen: because it’s interesting music that challenges.
CD ReleasesGo’s music savant, greg Dukeson, gives us the lowdown — from indie to r&b to ambient — on the hot new albums out this month
CoMMoN THe dreamer, THe belieVerwaRneR BRoS. ReCoRdS Lonnie rashid Lynn Jr. has found fame
as “common Sense” and now, simply “common.” He’s had his fair share of controversy and once caused a feud with a popular West coast rap group by criticizing where the rap and hip-hop-scene was going. This album sees common’s return to his roots and, as common says himself, he’s working towards creating “positive hip-hop,” and it sure has a good feel to it. You might want to check out the single, “Ghetto Dreams,” to see what I mean.Release Date: 22 nov.Reason to go listen to it: Because this has that old school edge that’s hard to play at a low volume!
FloreNCe + The MaChINeceremonialSiSland ReCoRdS One of the things that captures this band for me, is their name.
Have you ever wondered why, “florence + the machine”? Well it’s florence Welch that collaborates with a variety of different musicians that give her the sound she’s looking for. This is her second studio album and for a UK independent act to break America successfully, florence is sure choosing her machines very well! The album’s lead single, “What the Water Gave me,” was released in August and has so far achieved chart success, while “Shake It Out” was released in late September and has already been named “best New Track” by popular music webzine Pitchfork.Release Date: 1 nov.Reason to go listen to it: It’s an album produced by Paul Epworth of Adele fame; we all know how well he’s done!
Noel GallaGherHigH flying birdSuniveRSal MuSiC GRouP What do you get if you subtract Liam
Gallagher from Oasis? You get High flying Birds — the first solo album from Noel Gallagher, and his edgy-yet-soft vocals have really been missed. The lead single, “The Dreams We Have As children,” was first recorded four years ago and was then made available on iTunes two years later. Lyrically, it’s hard not to like this album and musically... it’s produced by the guy who worked with Oasis and that’s unmistakable.Release Date: 8 nov.Reason to go listen to it: because talent like Noel Gallagher’s doesn’t fade away, it simply matures and this album is the evidence.
wHAt Go’s listening to rigHt now
lIsTeNnovember
Everything is AlrightFour Tet
Pause
MotherDanzigDanzig
Paradisecoldplay
Mylo Xyloto
Mokshacaspian
The four Trees
In Sleeplissie
Catching a Tiger
Slated for release on 7 November, this live DvD and double cD is a must-have for fans of this ambient Icelandic act. Among other things, Inni holds a live filming of Sigur rós’ 2008 concert in Alexandra Palace. Two tracks — “Ný batterí” and “festival” — have already been released for free download off of the band’s Website and music lovers will not be disappointed!
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Local Beats
The Smile Sessions was the The Beach Boys’ 1967 uncompleted album. The original idea behind the album was to combine a series of new and different sounds to make a completely unique record — the most famous of these “new” sounds can be heard in their hit single, “Good Vibrations.” Set for release on 1 November, this is a reconstruction of how that album should have sounded. Scan Here for
Rone Jaxx’s top 5 all time favorite trackS
1. Nonchalant5 o’clock in the Morning
2. Lost Boyz Renee
3. Notorious B.I.G. Dreams4. Nas
Nas is like5. 2pac
I Ain’t Mad at Ya
To hear these tracks now, log
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Maysa’s albuMsThese are just some of
Maysa’s favorite albums of all time...
WhitesnakeSlip of the Tongue
1989
DeathHuman
1991
Go: When and why did you start?Rone Jaxx: The first time I got paid to play a gig in a resort was in 1993. (I had skipped school then!) I always loved music thanks to my dad’s love of music and my brothers who were also DJs. I liked writing poems and always had harmonies in my head that I wanted to someday record. I used to experiment with rewiring tape players and making mix tapes, so my passion to create/alter music made me start playing it.
Go: What’s your fave type of mix?RJ: Arab and European. Haha, just kidding! It’s when I get to play all genres of music: rock, funk, hip-hop, but with a good mixing flow.
Go: Describe the hip-hop scene in Dubai.RJ: It’s very fast paced; especially now because of technology, people get music at the same time as everyone else around the world via download, iTunes, etc. There is a niche crowd though for pure hip-hop as Dubai is a cosmopolitan city and most people tend to follow fads or trends.
Go: On a musical level? RJ: I think Dubai has hip-hop DJs, dancers, and artists that are just as good as anywhere else in the world. There are so many nationalities there and the level of creativity is mad, similar to New York. But there are fewer opportunities in Dubai
because, when it comes to A&R, PR, royalties, marketing, etc., for the hip-hop scene on a commercial scale, it’s still a decade behind.
All the pioneers of hip-hop in NYC were actually third or fourth generation immigrants. These minorities developed and adopted hip-hop as a result of struggle and suppression. With Dubai, even if you were born in the UAE, you’re not considered part of the country, so it’s like how New York was in its early stages. Except in Dubai, the Run DMCs, the KRS Ones, and the Jay-Zs aren’t considered representatives of the city. Until we overcome that mindset, the city will be stuck in hip-hop limbo.
Go: Where do you want to perform in the future? Describe the setting.RJ: Times Square with NYC’s hip-hop crews. I’d perform some of my tracks from my #YOUDONTKNOWJaxx album.
Go: Any shout outs?RJ: A big shout out to Ramzi G from Gsquared and JUICY, Helen, Gianna, DJ Shadia for introducing us, Lethal Skillz, Flash B, and Dana for her Mac charger!
Go: Any last words?RJ: It’s always great to be in Jordan, but I’ll let my music speak for me.
ScAN HeRe FoR FAceBook
Go’s Ramzi Ghurani chats with Dubai’s Rone Jaxx after his live gig in Amman last month
Rone
The beach boys: The Smile Sessions Box Set
JaxxLog on to www.myspace.com/ronejaxx to hear more of Rone Jaxx’s tracks
Go: Tell us about your experience in Amman
with JUICY?RJ: It was very refreshing.
I was glad that there were so many people
who appreciated proper contemporary R&B
and hip-hop classics. everyone was very warm and friendly… well maybe because I was a tourist? [Laughs]. I can’t wait to
come back again.
Juicy Vi
The Wicked TrilogyAvantasia
2008 – 2010
Difficult to cure Rainbow
1981
carcassHeartwork
1993
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TabloiD Director: errol MorrisCast: kent Gaven, Dr. Hong, Joyce MckinneyRelease Date: 1 Nov.Genre: Documentary MPAA Rating: N/A
WATCH
The top movies to own this monthDVD/Blu-Ray Releases
harry PoTTer & The DeaThly halloWs: ParT ii Director: David YatesCast: Daniel Redcliff, emma Watson Release Date: 11 Nov.Genre: Adventure/FantasyMPAA Rating: PG -13
crazy, sTuPiD, love Director: Glenn Ficarra, John RequaCast: Steve carrell, Ryan Gosling, Julianne MooreRelease Date: 1 Nov.Genre: comedy/RomanceMPAA Rating: PG-13
our iDioT broTher Director: Jesse Peretz Cast: Paul Rudd, elizabieth Banks, Zooey DeschanelRelease Date: 29 Nov.Genre: comedy/DramaMPAA Rating: R
TV seRies
Reading the tagline “It All ends” is a bittersweet feeling for any muggle who loves Harry Potter. The second half of the final film adaptation of the series is great for both Potter fans and their less book-prone friends, though; it’s a standalone blockbuster in its own right. Unlike earlier films, Deathly Hallows chronicles an older Harry and his friends as they deal with bigger problems than they’ve ever faced before. Voldemort is back, and he’s ready for a showdown.The disc(s) will include: A tour of the Warner Bros. studio lot in London, a preview of Pottermore, and a conversation with J.k. Rowling and Daniel Radcliffe.
To say that cal Weaver (carell) is caught in a love triangle would be a gross understatement. His wife (Moore) is having an affair, to which cal responds with sleazy pickups at a bar he starts frequenting. To make things even more confusing, cal’s son’s teenaged babysitter has a crush on cal, making his son jealous. Perhaps this seems more stressful than funny, but, from the acclaimed directors of I Love You Phillip Morris and with an all-star cast, Crazy, Stupid, Love. is sure to entertain.The disc(s) will include: Deleted scenes and film commentary by the directors.
Documentarian errol Morris explores the scandal, intrigue, and smut of the world of British rumor rags. Tabloid follows the story of an American beauty queen whose confusing and morphed story became a textbook example of what the paparazzi can do to the lives of their innocent victims. Did Joyce Mckinney really stalk and kidnap the man of her dreams? Did kirk Anderson give in to pressure from a secret society to frame Joyce? Did they clone their dog in korea?The disc(s) will include: The film Tabloid (this is a direct to DVD release).
A pothead, hippie, idealistic, lazy mooch — this sums up Ned (Rudd) quite well. After being released from prison for possession, he turns to his trio of sisters (Banks, Deschanel, and emily Mortimer) to help him right his wrongs. While Ned’s sisters are each dynamically different from one another, they at least find unity in the nuisance they find in their brother. The result is a film with a boatload of wacky antics, along with a healthy and surprising dose of heartwarming bits.The disc(s) will include: Director’s commentary, a bloopers reel, and a “making of” with Paul Rudd.
If you miss out on episodes because of your busy schedule, or are planning to catch up on TV’s most talked about shows,
check out this month’s releases sMallville: the coMplete 10th seasoncalifornication: the fourth season 30 rock: season 5Studio: Warner Home VideoRelease Date: 29 Nov.Reason to go get it: “What’s this? My superpowers could be used to help people? I could be called... Superman!” Yeah, clark kent, we’re glad you finally realized it.
Studio: Showtime ent.Release Date: 1 Nov.Reason to go get it: Hank just wishes he could write his novels in peace, however california offers everything but. If anything, this series will help you appreciate your own life more!
Studio: Universal StudiosRelease Date: 29 Nov.Reason to go get it: A whopping ten Emmys, six Golden Globes, Tina Fey, Alec Baldwin, and countless laughs should mean something is funny about this show!
Releases
NovemberSPIRITeD AwAy (2001)Director: Hayao MiyazakiCast: Rumi Hiiragi, Miyu Irino, Mari Natsuki.why? A gorgeous story and film by a genius in his field.
INTo THe wILD (2007)Director: Sean Penn Cast: emile Hirsch, Vince Vaughn, Jena Malone why? Breathtaking, heartbreaking, and dream making.
SHAuN of THe DeAD (2004)Director: edgar Wright Cast: Simon Pegg, Nick Frost, kate Ashfieldwhy? Zombies and British humor; need I say more?
eMPIRe ReCoRDS (1995)Director: Allan Moyle Cast: Anthony LaPaglia, Debi Mazar, Maxwell caulfield, Liv Tylerwhy? A classic, cheesy 90s movie with a great soundtrack.
PAN’S LAByRINTH (2006)Director: Guillermo del Toro Cast: Ivana Baquero, Ariadna Gil, Sergi Lópezwhy? The perfect, albeit harsh, combination of fantasy and reality.
DISTRICT 9 (2009)Director: Neill Blomkamp Cast: Sharlto copley, David James, Jason copewhy? Irony at its best — it takes aliens to teach us humanity.
These are just a few of our editor’s fave films
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These are just a few of our editor’s fave films
to see all of Bath Bayakha’s skits, visit www.youtube.com/user/bathbayakha
Go: Tell us about your upbringing; it seems the Naber family has a gift, with you and your sister Claire (Naber Matalqa) having made your filmmaking mark already. Tamir Naber: I spent the first years of my life growing up in Jabal Ashrafiyeh. My mother is Australian and my father is from Salt. Our house was at the top of a very steep hill that was especially hard to maneuver in bad weather, so we didn’t have many friends over to visit. As a result, my sister used to come up with very elaborate games for us all to play (oddly enough the rules would change slightly each time in her favor!). So, from as far back as I can remember, imagination was a huge part of our childhood. Also, we’ve always watched a ridiculous amount of movies, since back in the day of getting 20 videos at a time from Video House.
Claire and I actually each found ourselves involved in filmmaking through very different paths. I picked up acting at a very young age and was consumed with the performing arts, whereas Claire has always been into writing. I went on to study TV & Film Production, and Claire, Media & Creative Writing.
Go: What was your “Aha!” moment with Bath Bayakha? When did you realize you really had something?TN: When we uploaded our very first video on YouTube, we were so scared that no one would find us funny. The feedback we got, however, was tremendously positive. We kept getting random phone calls from friends telling us how much they enjoyed it. By about our fifth upload we started getting calls from TV networks and ad agencies interested in the show. That’s probably when Johnny and I thought that maybe Jordanian comedy could generate some serious business!
Go: This year, Bath was a welcome departure from Baab Al Harra Ramadan watching. Did you think it would be this big?TN: I think it’s safe to say that none of us thought the show would be this successful. For most of the month, we were so obsessed with
trying to get all the episodes finished in time for the Ramadan season (26 episodes in total!) and the only feedback we were getting was through YouTube and Facebook comments. I think it’s only now that the season has passed that we are realizing the impact the show was making.
Go: Tell us about Fluid Productions.TN: Fluid is owned by Johnny Dabeet and Wissam Tobeileh, who are my partners in the show. Johnny is like my partner in crime and we work together on most productions. Although I don’t work at Fluid, it’s where I spend a lot of my time; I’m practically part of the furniture. The great thing about Bath Bayakha is that it isn’t only about us three of.
Our writing team includes: me, Johnny, Mervat Aksoy the producer, Bashar Kasawneh, and the actors Wissam, Rami Delshad, and Tima Shomali. During production our crew have input as well. When it comes to post production, our team of editors sometimes “re-write” the sketches, and then we hand them over to Wissam, who also happens to be our sound designer and music composer. Bath Bayakha wouldn’t be what it is without every one of them.
Go: What can you tell us about what’s next?TN: For the time being I can tell you that there are definitely more episodes to come, and we’re looking forward to sharing them soon. I also just want to thank our fans for their support and patience and let them know that we are working hard to make our new episodes the best that they can be. We want to keep our fans proud of us — as proud as we are to be Jordanian!
Tamir Naber
Go: wHAT eLSe CuLTIvATeD youR
fILMMAkING INTeReST? TN: i wanted to start my
career in Jordan, and back then studying film
was only marginally more sensible than studying acting and
theater. i applied to film school with a reel of
theater performances and plays i directed. i got accepted and
haven’t looked back. my friends and family inspire me, as well as music. i am fascinated
with capturing emotion on film so anything that can help me do
that is inspiring.
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Slated for release on 1 November, Disney-Pixar’s hit animated films Toy Story, Toy Story 2, and Toy Story 3 will be available in a special edition trilogy set in Blu-ray 3D format. Now from the comfort of your own home you can follow the crazy — not to mention hilarious — adventures of Woody, Buzz, and the rest of the Toy Story gang, in amazing 3D! Plus, with all the additional special features and bonuses packed into these discs, if you’re a Pixar buff, this collection is a must-buy.
Go’s Kinzi Jones sat down with director Tamir naber, one of the geniuses behind the hugely popular Bath Bayakha skits
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The Big Breakfast Show with Lee McGrath07:45Yes/No Game09:00Singing in the Shower10:00 - 15:00Daytime Hours Hit Music 15:00 - 19:00The Driveback with Dani16:00Hot 4 @ 419:00 - 21:00First Play with Zein HannounwEDnEsDAy 06:00 - 10:00 The Big Breakfast Show with Lee McGrath07:45Yes/No Game09:00Singing in the Shower10:00 - 15:00Daytime Hours Hit Music 15:00 - 19:00The Driveback with Dani16:00Hot 4 @ 419:00 - 21:00First Play with Zein Hannoun
thursDAy06:00 - 10:00The Big Breakfast Show with Lee McGrath07:45Yes/No Game09:00Singing in the Shower10:00 - 15:00Daytime Hours Hit Music 15:00 - 19:00The Driveback with Dani16:00Hot 4 @ 421:00 - 02:00Nonstop Play with DJ Flava 19:00 - 21:00First Play with Zein Hannoun
FriDAy19:00 - 21:00Top 2021:00 - 02:00 Nonstop Play with DJ Flava
sunDAy06:00 - 07:00Non Stop07:00 - 10:00Nic Foster10:00 - 14:00Lee Moulsdale with the Time Machine14:00 - 15:00Golden Hour15:00 - 19:00Jean-Paul Hansford19:00 - 20:00Golden Hour20:00 - 22:00classic Rock with Jean-Paul Hansford22:00 - 01:00Mood After Dark01:00 - 02:00Non Stop
monDAy06:00 - 07:00Non Stop07:00 - 10:00Nic Foster10:00 - 14:00 Lee Moulsdale with the Time Machine14:00 - 15:00Golden Hour15:00 - 19:00Jean-Paul Hansford19:00 - 20:00 Golden Hour20:00 - 22:00 Nostalgia with Nic Foster22:00 - 01:00 Mood After Dark01:00 - 02:00 Non Stop
tuEsDAy06:00 - 07:00Non Stop07:00 - 10:00Nic Foster10:00 - 14:00Lee Moulsdale with the Time Machine
sunDAy07:00 - 11:00 Rob Stevens11:00 - 15:00 callie15:00 - 19:00Scott Phillips19:00 - 20:00The Mix with DJ Godfather22:00 - 00:00Triple Dee with David Dunne & Andy Daniels
monDAy07:00 - 11:00Rob Stevens11:00 - 15:00callie15:00 - 19:00Scott Phillips19:00 - 20:00The Mix with DJ Godfather22:00 - 00:00Global Dance Sessions with Brian cheetam
tuEsDAy07:00 - 11:00Rob Stevens11:00 - 15:00callie15:00 - 19:00Scott Phillips19:00 - 20:00The Mix with DJ Godfather22:00 - 00:00Rock N’ Jordan00:00 - 02:00The core with DJ Shukx
wEDnEsDAy07:00 - 11:00Rob Stevens11:00 - 15:00callie15:00 - 19:00Scott Phillips19:00 - 20:00The Mix with DJ Godfather22:00 - 00:00Urban Beats with DJ Sotusura
thursDAy07:00 - 11:00Rob Stevens11:00 - 15:00callie15:00 - 19:00Scott Phillips19:00 - 21:00Weekend Warmup21:00 - 22:00The Dorm Sessions with DJ Fuzz22:00 - 00:00A State of Trance with Armin van Buuren00:00 - 02:00 Anjuna Beats World Wide
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thursDAy06:00 - 07:00Non Stop07:00 - 10:00Nic Foster10:00 - 14:00Lee Moulsdale with the Time Machine14:00 - 15:00Golden Hour15:00 - 19:00Jean-Paul Hansford19:00 - 20:00Golden Hour20:00 - 22:00Disco with Lee Moulsdale22:00 - 01:00Non Stop Party, including Godfather’s Retro Mix01:00 - 02:00Non Stop
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monDAy06:30 - 10:30The Breakfast espresso with Luma10:30 - 16:00100 SPIN Hits in a Row16:00 - 19:00The Zoo crew Big Drive Home with Diana & Ibrahim19:00 - 21:00The Hot 30 with Luma22:00 - 02:00The Juice with Hasan H
tuEsDAy06:30 - 10:30The Breakfast espresso with Luma10:30 - 16:00100 SPIN Hits in a Row16:00 - 19:00The Zoo crew Big Drive Home with Diana & Ibrahim19:00 - 21:00The Hot 30 with Luma 22:00 - 01:00The Rock out with Ibrahim
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Go: How long have you been a DJ for? And how did you get into it?DJ Bee Bee: I began DJing in Dubai in 1996; it started with inspiration from old school DJs like Carl Cox, Pete Tong, Sasha, John Digweed, etc. Then it grew inside of me; I dug into this field and discovered the art of mixing, music transitions, and producing. I had the chance to be a part of many events in Jordan and abroad, which improved my experience.
My first radio show was in 1998, in Dubai; it was called “In The Mix.” Then my second one started in 2005 on Jordan’s Beat FM, called “Club Sensation” (which involved live mixing). Currently, I have “The Fix” on SPIN Jordan.
Go: What’s your opinion on the music scene here in Jordan?BB: Honestly speaking, music culture in Jordan needs a lot of improvement. The music scene is still new to the country and it started to grow nicely, but nowadays, we see that it’s been misguided. The idea of a nightlife scene is still not acceptable yet, which causes an unbalanced ratio in the events; it brings out negative energies among party-goers (drinking insanely, getting into fights, etc.). Hope is there though, and I have faith that one day it will reach a good level.
Go: What kind of music do you mostly listen to during your downtime?BB: Progressive and deep house.
Go: What do you think of the “Auto-Tune”?BB: I think Auto-Tune is useful for production if a producer wants to include a vocal in his music. But the problem with Auto-Tune is that we don’t
get to know the beauty of a voice. It can entirely change someone’s real tone, which I consider cheating. It depends on how we use this material.
Go: What do you think about the free downloading of music through torrents?BB: I have both negative and positive opinions. It’s good for helping people find music they like, for free. It’s also a good exposure for artists who present their work through them. On the other hand, it’s non-profitable, so it depends on the artists’ needs. But, it is a creative way to connect with the world. I personally use digital stores like, Beatport, Jono, and Trackitdown.
Go: Which singer/band/DJ would you love to see perform live here in the Kingdom? BB: It would be great to see Sasha performing
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live in Jordan. He has been my biggest inspiration. Although I’ve attended many of his events in other countries, introducing him to the Jordanian music scene would be really useful because Sasha has one of the most creative music productions. Plus, his appearance on stage — including his performance — is like no other.
Go sat down with DJ Bee Bee from SPIN Jordan’s “The Fix” to discuss all things music related
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SPIN Jordan always brings you the best and latest in the music scene. every Sunday, SPIN 94.1 is giving listeners one great hour of non-stop hip-hop and R&B with Hampy Hamparian, also known as DJ Humpy! Tune in to enjoy the latest tracks from the urban scene, and even the old school classics that everybody loves.
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Before we go...ON
Social Media StalkerBLOGGER Of THe MONTH
Go: How long have you been blogging for?Social Media Stalker: “From the Notebooks of a Social Media Stalker” project was started recently.
Go: Why did you start this blog?SMS: In my scope as a researcher, I am aware of the psychology and motivation behind the actions of humans I observe. The Social Media Stalker project was a natural reaction for a long-time observer of the Arab social media sphere.
Go: How did you come up with the concept of being a “social media stalker”?SMS: I’ve been a silent observer of the Arab social media sphere for years, during which I’ve been forming opinions and observations about the various online characters. It comes naturally to a researcher who spends most of his time trying to understand the human psyche. I’ve always been specifically interested in digital personas.
Go: Which came first: your interest in psychology or your interest in Jordan’s social media?SMS: My interest in psychology, of course. I have been interested in psychology for many, many years. Even before social media existed.
Go: Many of your blog posts are sure to make people laugh, while inflaming others. How do you deal with “trolls”? SMS: I do not aim to inflame
anyone. My observations are not shared with the intent of harming or demeaning the different specimen I observe. And I have not had the pleasure of dealing with trolls yet.
Go: How do you think social media in Jordan is faring today?SMS: Social media is indeed a very interesting phenomenon. I believe that if the real-world population of Jordan consisted of only the people we have the pleasure of getting to know online, the country would be doing much better. Of course, you do have the narcissists, the sycophants, the controllers, but it’s generally an interesting and informed world.
Go: What’s your advice for someone who’s looking to enter into the social media scene?SMS: Stalkers are lingering.
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Blog Name: “From the notebooks of a Social Media Stalker”
Blog URL: socialmediastalker.wordpress.com
From 4 to 9 December, Amman’s Al Hussein Cultural Center will welcome comedians from around the region and the world to take part in the fourth annual Amman Stand-Up Comedy Festival. In the past, the capital has played host to such comedic geniuses as Aron kader, Russell Peters, Dean edwards, and Nabil Sawalha, so this year’s festival is guaranteed to be a blast. Tickets sell out quick so be sure to get them early to avoid disappointment! Call (06) 476 8267 or visit www.ascf.jo for more information.
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