village beat - issue16, october 2013
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Village Beat, The official magazine of The Village Market, Nairobi. Designed by Land & Marine PublicationsTRANSCRIPT
A PUBLICATION OF
OCT – NOV 2013
MICHAEL FLINTGeneral ManagerTribe Hotel P
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NEW VILLAGERLIFESTYLE BOUTIQUE MAKES EAST AFRICAN DEBUT
A VISION OF THE FUTURE
Hamed Ehsani looks ahead
3 JAMBO Lookingtobetterandhappiertimesahead4 FiveMinuteswith... SharingapassionforPersiancuisine6 FiveMinuteswith... New-lookVillagehassomuchmoretooffer8 villAgenews
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Sales & Advertising: Janet Mbugua, Damar Padwa
Marketing Manager: Dominic Mbugua
Contributors: Amondi Buyu, Damar Padwa, Elixir Health, Kamal Kaur, Reema Doshi
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Welcome
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JAMBO!Lookingtobetterandhappiertimesahead
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You can spend minutes, hours, days, weeks or even months
over-analysing a situation, trying to put the pieces together, justifying what could have or would have happened – or you can just leave the pieces on the floor and move on – Tupac Shakur
Tragedy hit our quiet suburbs last month and affected us all in various ways. Beyond that cloud of doom and gloom
arose the Kenyan spirit of resilience that was summarised in the statement: ‘We Are One’.
The Village Market, like other malls in the
country, stood in solidarity with Westgate under
the umbrella body of the Shopping Centre
Association of Kenya (SCAK). We pray that God
may comfort the bereaved, heal the aggrieved
and give us all the strength to move on.
The Village Beat comes to you this month
well put together with lots of information on our
upcoming and past events. Worth noting was
our annual corporate social responsibility (CSR)
event, Kicks for Kids. This year saw a twist to
our annual CSR campaign when we sought the
assistance of young, energetic and emerging
philanthropists to embellish over 300 pairs of
canvas shoes, transforming them into beautiful,
customised footwear in support of the Ahadi
Kenya Trust’s anti-jigger campaign.
In ‘Still Here’ we tell you about Kavita Shah
and Francein van de Vijver, the new hairdressers
who have joined Salon Malibu. Read all about
their skills and talents and why you should book
an appointment with them. Still on that hair
theme, we have the gracious Amondi Buyu with
a great story from Kaya Spa.
The bubbly Reema Doshi invites you to this
year’s Kingsway Women’s Tyre Clinic to be held
at the Tribe Hotel. Check that out and save the
date. While we are still at Tribe, why don’t
we tell you a little about Michael Flint,
the hotel’s general manager. Read
all about his experience of working
at the Ritz Carlton Hotels, Boca
Raton Resorts & Club and Ian
Schrager Hotels.
Back at The Village Market,
we tell you all about two young
and beautiful individuals –
Orchid Restaurant proprietor
Majid Khosrojerdi and Thai Village
chef Thiwa – who are adding some
spice to the Food Court. We also
welcome Haute Perfumerie and
Patrick Mavros as our New Villagers.
With these and so much more, it
looks as if it’s going to be a great year
after all.
Always
AnnAnn GitariAssistant Marketing Manager
The Village Market
ann@villagemarket- kenya.com
QWhat was the idea behind Orchid Restaurant?
I have always been interested in the restaurant
business. I have wanted to own a restaurant
in Kenya through which I could introduce the
first Persian menu to the Kenyan market.
QWhy did you choose The Village Market?The Village Market has the best food
court in East Africa. Its architecture and
open-air setting captures the essence of
Kenya’s beautiful weather. A world-class food
court deserves world-class cuisine to comple-
ment it.
QWhat makes Persian cuisine distinct?The use of saffron as a spice is common
in Persian food. It gives the food a unique taste
and colour. Persian food is not heavily spiced
and yet it is very aromatic. The secret is in mari-
nating – more so the meats – to come up with a
fragrant meal.
QWhat has been your experience since opening in 2011?
At first it was very challenging because I
was young and very new in the business.
While I knew what I wanted to do, I still had
a lot to learn. However, The Village Market
management has been very helpful and
accommodating. My customers have also moti-
vated me by sharing valuable feedback that we
have appreciated.
QOrchid is known for its fair pricing for large servings. How do you determine
your price points?As a businessman, it’s very easy to focus on the
profit margin. However, I am strongly influ-
enced by my Persian roots. In my culture, we
believe that everyone who comes your way
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MajidKhosrojerdi,Proprietor,OrchidRestaurant
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must be treated with honour and should be
well fed. This concept guides us to ensure our
customers are satisfied and that we maintain
high standards. I would rather lose money than
serve bad quality food.
QWhy is it important for you to be at the restaurant every day?
Like every institution, a business needs a leader.
Though I have other businesses, I care very
much for my restaurant. I look forward to inter-
acting with my customers and staff every day.
My daily presence here has also given me an
opportunity to learn how to cook, and people
often think I am the chef. I really enjoy being
here.
QHow do you empower your staff?My staff are my brothers. I have
known some of them for over eight years
now, having worked together in previous
businesses. I encourage them to be respon-
sible and appreciate their effort. I believe
you should never look down on your staff
because the same waiter today could be
president tomorrow.
QYou’re only 26 yet very confident. What drives you?
My father has been a great source of support
and encouragement. Besides this, I made a
conscious decision to be serious in life at a
very young age. Even at business school, I
figured that business was not something one
learned but something one purposed. It has
to come from inside you. That said, I believe
that I still have a lot to learn and I’m glad that
I have been able to shed away the common
habits of youth at an early age. I would advise
young people to do the same. Stop staying
out late at night wasting time with groups of
At only 26 years of age, Majid Khosrojerdi is perhaps the
youngest restaurant owner at The Village Market. Here, he shares his secrets of success
and what drives him.
OrchidRestaurantFood Court
Tel: +254 733 575727
Tel: +254 733 940552
Fiveminuteswith
people that just talk big and never do much.
Give up daydreaming and get to work. Quit
relying on your parents. Once you make your
own money, you will want to make even more.
With God’s help, hard work and motivation,
the sky’s the limit.
QWhat is your vision for Orchid?In only two years Orchid has grown from
a simple concept to an established restaurant.
We have grown our customer base and even
offer delivery services within Gigiri as well as
outside catering services for events. The saga
continues.
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QThe Village Market has begun an ambitious multi-phase redevelopment project. What does it entail?
This is an exciting time for The Village Market. Our rede-
velopment plans will transform the complex and provide
shoppers with an even more enjoyable experience. This
includes an upgrade of existing facilities, new retail units,
new conference facilities, a 187-room hotel, 600 additional
parking bays and new recreation facilities to upgrade and
improve the offering for everyone.
Q Why did you embark on such an ambitious project? Nairobi is changing. As the city develops, we have
to adapt and update our offering. Nairobi North, the city’s
diplomatic district, has developed into a vibrant, cosmo-
politan and eclectic neighbourhood. More businesses are
moving into the area, creating employment and becoming
a satellite business district. The Village Market has always
been at the forefront of innovation in the retail sector.
QWhat are some of the notable fittings in the new-look Food Court?
We opted to take a break from the traditional Village look to
a more modern and up-to-date image, which is promoted
by new award-winning design ideas and availability of new
products in the market. I invite everyone to come and be
delighted by the new feel of East Africa’s award-winning
eating destination – the best-rated food court at Taste
Awards 2011.
Q How have shoppers and diners received the new-look Food Court?
Initially there was resistance to change, but now shoppers
love the new atmosphere and you can tell by the increase
in foot traffic and sales of the shops that they have adopted
the new concept well.
QWith the completion of the Food Court as the first phase of the redevelopment project, what new
features can we expect on completion of the second phase? The intended improvements in this second phase include
additional parking, expansion of the Nakumatt so that there
is more variety of the offerings at the supermarket, introduc-
tion of new furniture and home furnishings and relocation
of some of the important retail elements to more strategic
locations, such as the bookshop, which will now be next to
the redeveloped Nakumatt facility.
QWhat areas have and will be affected by the project? The extensive modernisation plans will affect the
current recreation operations, whereby most of our old
recreation facilities will be out of commission for about 18
months to make way for the upgrade project. Parking will
also be affected until the two-level underground parking is
constructed. Nonetheless, the upgraded facility will incorpo-
rate new, exciting recreation options for children and young
adults.
Q How are you dealing with the inconveniences caused as a result of the project?
There is always difficulty in transition, especially when
running a shopping centre. We are focusing on the exciting
new features that will soon become part of The Village
Market. We are committed to providing the best possible
shopping experience during the construction period and the
overall advancement of the retail industry in Nairobi upon
completion.
QHow does the redevelopment project resonate with Nairobi’s urban planning?
The city is growing. We applaud recent initiatives by city
officials to address the current and future needs of Nairobi’s
population. There are a number of proposals on the table
that will allow better use of key areas in the city. One of
these areas is in the Gigiri/Limuru/Red Hill zone and our
development plan fits perfectly with this vision.
QWhat impact will the entire project have on the mall and the surrounding area?
The new project will have a great positive impact on the
mall as it will introduce new concepts and elements that
will enhance the experience of shoppers. With added new
services and retail offerings, Gigiri becomes increasingly
self-sufficient. The new design direction is also eco-friendly,
in line with our vision of creating sustainable solutions to our
ongoing environmental conservation efforts.
Q What will the entire project cost? The overall cost of refurbishing the Food Court will
be around KES 41 million, while we have also committed
a further KES 270 million for the Nakumatt facility expan-
sion and new additions in that area. We are still finalising
plans. It is estimated that the multi-phase redevelopment
project will be completed in 24 months at an approximate
investment of KES 3 billion.
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VillageNews
The much anticipated Global South-South Development (GSSD) Expo 2013 was held from 28 October to 1 November at the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) headquarters in Gigiri.
The theme was ‘Building Inclusive Green Economies: South-South Cooperation for Sustainable Development and Poverty Eradication’.
The Village Market was honoured to be invited as a publicity partner by helping announce the event within her community through existing elaborate communications mediums.
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BOnuscArDPrOMOtiOnThe second Bonus Card promotion, now under way, promises to be even bigger. Participants will earn e-points for every KES 2, 000 spent. Among the prizes up for grabs include safari and holiday packages, household items and art sculptures among others. For up-to-date news and information, join us online: Facebook: The Village Market Twitter: @VillageMarket or visit the Bonus Card Desk
News
Tribe Hotel, the award-winning luxury boutique property in Gigiri, has taken delivery of a new fleet of luxury cars, with brand-new Range Rover Sport models and a Discovery 4 replacing the hotel’s existing fleet.
“This is a major upgrade in the hotel’s guest experience offering,” said Michael Flint, general manager of Tribe. “The Range Rover and Land Rover brands are synonymous with luxury, globally.” Tribe was recently selected as one of the Top 100 Hotels in the World by Robb Report, an accolade that follows significant recognition from the international press, including three Condé Nast Traveller Awards and a Wow Pick from Kiwi Collection, an authority on luxury travel.
The cars were supplied by RMA Motors, the official Land Rover and Jaguar dealership in Kenya, which entered the East African market in April this year, representing the
luxury automotive brands. Sanjiv Shah, chief executive of RMA Motors Kenya, said: “We are thrilled that Tribe has selected Range Rover and Land Rover for their fleet. We see this as the beginning of an exciting partnership between the two brands.”
The diesel-powered cars feature cutting-edge technology for fuel efficiency, safety and passenger comfort. The Range Rover Sport is equipped with features such as the Surround Camera System technology, which gives the driver a near 360 degree view of the car and its surroundings; and a Human-Machine Interface which controls the car’s entertainment, navigation and information systems as well as giving the driver keyless entry and one-touch starting features. Passenger entertainment includes rear-seat screens in the headrests and a Harmon/Kardon surround-sound system.
Driving features of the technology-filled cars, include Adaptive Cruise Control and Emergency Brake Assist, use the car’s radar technology to maintain a safe distance and detect changes in traffic speed. The proprietary e-Terrain Technology reduces CO2 emissions by detecting road-surface conditions and adapting fuel use accordingly.
The luxury cars will be used for guest transport in and around Nairobi as well as to surrounding national parks and tourist attractions.
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WhatistheBonusCardprogramme?The Bonus Card loyalty programme,
the first ever retail based loyalty reward
system in Kenya, was initiated in 2000 to
reward regular shoppers at The Village
Market. This scheme fosters customer
loyalty and nurtures business activity
within the shopping complex by encour-
aging repeat customer purchases.
Loyalty programmes have been
established by various retail busi-
nesses as an effective way of rewarding
customer loyalty. The Village Market’s
Bonus Card programme aims at
rewarding already-registered shoppers
with gifts and vouchers which they
can redeem against a given amount
of accrued points accumulated while
making purchases in any of the outlets
within the complex.
As a Bonus Card member you can
look forward to rewards every time you
shop at The Village Market. Your Bonus
Card entitles you to exclusive offers,
discounts, privileges and special events
reserved for our most loyal shoppers.
Howdoesitwork?Each time you shop at The Village
Market, bring your receipts and
Bonus Card to our help desk where
we’ll update your accounts with the
points you have earned through your
purchases. For every KES 500 you
spend at The Village Market, you earn
nine points. Track your points regularly
and take advantage of great offers
and opportunities that correspond
to the number of points you have
acquired. You can redeem points for
various products and services within
the mall or through our extensive list of
programme partners.
BOnuscArDlOyAltyshOPPing
Getrewardedwith
OurlistofrewardsBased on total points accumulated, card-
holders can choose from a list of rewards
in the form of shopping vouchers and
discounts. The rewards include recrea-
tion and dining vouchers; fashion and spa
coupons; and safari packages.
Signmeup!To qualify for the Bonus Card
programme, shoppers are required to
spend KES 5,000 or more at any Village
Market outlet(s). The shopper must then
present pre-qualifying receipts at the
Bonus Card help desk. Our team will
verify the receipt or receipts and issue a
membership application form requiring
certain personal details. The shopper
returns the completed form together
with a copy of any valid identification
document such as a passport, ID card
or driving licence. The Bonus Card team
then processes the shopper’s application
and opens an account under the shop-
per’s name. The member is then issued
with a membership card on the spot.
SpoiltforchoiceBonus Card is a loyalty recognition and
rewards programme like no other. It is
designed to give all The Village Market’s
loyal shoppers great rewards for doing
something they already do. Bonus Card
offers an impressive array of choices just
for you.
Loyal shoppers are spoilt for choice,
with gifts ranging from exclusive offers
within The Village Market, to a chance to
enjoy a host of other sensational awards
and benefits, to delectable dining experi-
ences, luxurious spa treatments, designer
retail therapy and more. It is our way of
saying thank-you.
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Michael Flint was simply looking to holiday in Kenya with his family when his long-time friend, former Tribe
general manager Mark Somen, asked Michael if he would be interested in his job.
Mark was looking for someone to replace
him at Tribe, but at the time, Michael wasn’t
very warm to the idea. He had just moved his
family from New York to London, had a good
job with Park Plaza Hotels and was worried that
his children would be affected by such a big
move. So he pushed the proposal to the back
of his mind and embarked on a holiday to the
Masai Mara with his family, promising Mark to
stop by the Tribe when he got to Nairobi.
Not one to give up, Mark brought the
matter up again when they met. It was also a
great opportunity for Michael to see Nairobi’s
renowned Tribe Hotel. Prior to his visit, he had
read about this boutique destination only on
the hotel’s website. After a grand tour of the
luxurious establishment and a chat with the
directors, Michael decided he wanted to be a
part of Tribe’s elegance and success. All he had
to do was convince his family that the move
would be worth it.
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Nearly two years later, it is hard to think of
Tribe without thinking of Michael Flint. His keen
sense of hospitality and strategic planning has
pervaded the hotel’s structure. Exciting plans
are in the offing, too, including the introduc-
tion of a destination bar as well as a modern
café. Most to look forward to, of course, is the
second hotel to be built at The Village Market.
“The second hotel will make The Village
Market and the entire Gigiri area a destination for
both tourists and local residents,” says Michael.
Following the same boutique design, the
anticipated hotel will cater more to business
needs in the area with four-and-a half star
accommodation, high-tech conferencing facili-
ties and unique outlets.
“As all this takes place, Tribe will move on to
join the six-star realm of hotels,” says Michael.
What will this mean for The Village Market
as a shopping complex? According to Michael,
it can only get better for shop owners and
shoppers. He likens the outlets to a row of
books on a shelf, with the two hotels acting as
bookends.
Successful“The bookends prop the books up so that
none of them falls,” says Michael. “And if we
are smart about what kind of books we fill our
library with, we will be successful. Any one of
the books could be an interesting restaurant
or a high-end fashion outlet. Whatever the
case, every outlet at The Village Market should
continue to create an accommodating expe-
rience for their clients to guarantee repeat
business.”
With over 25 years in the hospitality industry,
Michael’s credentials are enviable. He began his
career at the Ritz Carlton Hotels in New York
in 1987. Before that, he had worked in restau-
rants while still at university. He also worked for
Boca Raton Resorts & Club and was eventually
recruited by Ian Schrager Hotels (associated
with the famous Studio 54 nightclub owner),
working at the Delano Hotel in Miami Beach
from 1996.
“In my opinion, Ian Schrager was the pioneer
of lifestyle, boutique-type hotels, and when I
saw Tribe, I appreciated its style. I was espe-
cially impressed with the hotel’s architecture,
use of space and amazing artwork. It’s a
beautiful hotel that can rival any boutique hotel
anywhere in the world.”
Michael has a broad understanding of the
various factors influencing the hospitality
industry in the region and around the world.
“It’s a very exciting time in Kenya,” he says.
“Hence the interest from such international
brands as Kempinski and the Caramel Group
of Restaurants. Couple this with the discovery
of various minerals, oil and natural gas and you
have a country full of anticipation.”
According to Michael, Kenya is set to be the
next nation to experience an economic boom.
An increasing number of investors have their eye
on the country. Soon, more investment confer-
ences and festivals will be held in the region.
Conventions“The more quality beds we have, the more we
will entice international groups to come in, to
the point we can host city-wide conventions,”
he says.
“Hospitality is a big business. That is why
everybody is trying to get into it, because the
profit margins are huge. In order to get to that
pot of gold, you can do so many things. If you
don’t have hospitality – and this should not to
be confused with service – you don’t get the
gold. Yes, you have to watch your costs and,
yes, you have to have a sales strategy and the
right people to make a profit. But if it doesn’t
come from the heart, it won’t happen. Because
that’s what the heart does, it brings people
back. You could serve the guests with robots,
but chances are your guests won’t come back.
I often say that you can operate a successful
hotel out of a cardboard box. Some owners
focus so much on the profit margin they end up
having not-so-successful hotels or businesses.
If you don’t have a sense of relationship and
hospitality and you don’t apply some emotional
intelligence, you will go nowhere.”
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Afghanistan, 1952. Abdullah and his sister Pari live in the small village of Shadbagh. To Abdullah, Pari – as beautiful and sweet-natured as the fairy for which she was named – is everything. More like a parent than a brother, Abdullah will do anything for her, even trading his only pair of shoes for a feather for her treasured collection. Each night they sleep together in their cot, their heads touching, their limbs tangled. One day the siblings journey across the desert to Kabul with their father. Pari and Abdullah have no sense of the fate that awaits them there, for the event which unfolds will tear their lives apart. Sometimes a � nger must be cut to save a hand. Crossing generations and continents, moving from Kabul to Paris to San Francisco to the Greek island of Tinos, Khaled Hosseini writes about the bonds that de� ne us and shape our lives and tells how the choices we make resonate through history.
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HauteParfumerie
Here’s introducing the largest, most exclusive perfume store in Nairobi. With its attractive
pink-and-black shades, inviting scents and array of products, the store has become increasingly popular with female clients since it opened at The Village Market a couple of months ago.
HighendHaute Parfumerie stocks such
high-end brands as Chanel, Chris-
tian Dior, Yves Saint Laurent, Dolce &
Gabbana, Carolina Herrera, Gucci and
Guerlain to name but a few. Also avail-
able are high quality body splashes
and body butters.
The proprietors, with other busi-
nesses in the region and abroad, are
eager to maintain the highest stand-
ards by allowing customers to choose
from a wide range of original products.
In this way, Haute Parfumerie has
expanded its customer base signifi-
cantly within a few months of opening.
What’s more, the shop has highly
trained staff on hand to advise clients
on various products and help find their
ideal choice of scent.
Clients can also look forward to
an even greater variety of top brands
such as Victoria’s Secret and Bath &
Body skin care products. For now,
though, the outlet is starting the festive
season with a ‘40 per cent off’ sale of
its products. There couldn’t be a better
way to begin the run-up to Christmas.
HauteParfumerieLevel 1, across IdentityTel: +254 705 226624
We are proud to introduce a truly African brand into our Village Market
stable. Patrick Mavros opens its first East African shop in Nairobi in November, bringing with it a flavour of romance and adventure synony-mous with Africa.
This unique lifestyle house began
in Harare, Zimbabwe, when Patrick
Mavros carved a beautiful pair of
earrings for his wife. He had discovered
a natural talent and went on to use the
age-old method of lost-wax casting,
whereby a mould is used only once.
Today, the house of Patrick Mavros
consists of Patrick, his wife Catja and
their four sons, each of whom plays a
vital role in the business. Their pieces
are designed with an innate sense of
African magic and enduring memories,
each inspired by an adventure in the
bush or a chance encounter with a
wild animal. Patrick and Catja live in
Zimbabwe with their two youngest
sons, while Alex, the eldest, is based
in London, where he manages their
Fulham Road store. Forbes, mean-
while, is based in Mauritius, where he
has created a beautiful collection of
marine-inspired jewellery.
LuxuryFrom small silver earrings to opulent
objets d’art, this luxury design house
has something for everyone. Made of
top-quality silver sourced in Switzer-
land, each piece is designed by the
Mavros family and created by artisans
in Zimbabwe. Their pieces have
become well known because of their
popularity with the British Royal Family
and other high-profile clients such as
the author J.K. Rowling.
The arrival of Patrick Mavros in
Nairobi heralds a new type of shopping
experience – one that may be familiar
to those who have visited the London
store. Every customer is treated as
a personal guest and, in days gone
by, Patrick insisted on meeting all
his customers. Inside the boutique,
customers will feel as though they have
stepped into another world in which
they are very special. The truly person-
alised approach of the Patrick Mavros
brand means that everyone leaves with
something special, even if it’s only the
memory of a pleasant conversation
with the shop assistant.
Whether you’re looking for an
intricately designed pair of earrings
or opting to indulge in a special objet
d’art, Patrick Mavros is the perfect
place to begin your search.
The new Patrick Mavros store at
The Village Market is due to open in
November and we invite you to visit.
PatrickMavrosFor more information, go to: www.patrickmavros.co.uk
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KArurAFOrestsitevisit
The Village Market management team paid a visit to the Karura Forest family trail site, where 3,000 tree seedlings were planted on World
Environment Day in June – Phase I of a project to plant 9,000 seedlings in order to gradually replace the exotic species with indigenous ones.
Thanks to careful nurturing, the tree seedlings have
taken root and according to the Senior Scout, Mr John
Chege, they have a 90 per cent survival rate.sAlOnsDOtheirBitFOrcAncerAwAreness
PinkMonth
InformationFor further inquiries, email:
or telephone 020-712 2488-90
October is globally marked as the ‘pink month’ to raise awareness and dispel myths about cancer. The Village Market has been collaborating with
the Kenya Cancer Association (KENCASA) on a project to rebuild the self-esteem of women who have lost one or both breasts to cancer by providing breast prosthetics for women who cannot aff ord them.
GrassrootsThroughout October, the Grassroots Beauty Salon, Salon
Malibu and Dream Nails agreed to be ‘pink ambassadors’
by acting as donation centres for KENCASA. A minimum
donation of KES 200 went towards the purchase of special
brassieres and arm sleeves. Every Village Market shopper
or client who donated to the cause received special
branded merchandise as an acknowledgement of their
donation.
This follows the successful hair-shaving auction last year
which enabled over 60 women to receive breast pros-
thesis. That event was due to be held again this year at the
Exhibition Hall on 31 October to mark the end of cancer
awareness month.
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SocialResponsibility
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Every year, The Village Market Management organises a major corporate social respon-sibility campaign in support of various
deserving community projects. Last year’s event, Club Art, involved members of
the art community in Kenya donating 100 beautifully
decorated rungus (clubs) which were auctioned to
the public as works of art. Proceeds from this CSR
initiative went to the Peace Caravan Trust in support
of its peace-building programmes in the run-up to
the general election.
EngagedIn 2011 we again engaged the art community in the
Heart of Art campaign, which saw a number of paint-
ings auctioned to the public. Proceeds from that event
were used to buy food for famine-stricken communi-
ties in northern Kenya through the Kenya Red Cross
Society.
This year saw a twist to our annual CSR campaign.
On 21 September we sought the assistance of young,
energetic and emerging philanthropists aged three
and a half to 12 years to decorate more than 300 pairs
of canvas shoes, transforming them into beautiful
customised footwear.
However, we had to end the event unceremoniously
after just one hour following news of the terror attack
in Wetlands. Due to the uncertainty of the situation
in the area and in order to protect our customers and
tenants against any possible similar situation, The
Village Market was voluntarily shut down for the rest
of the day.
DecorateIn spite of this, our young philanthropists still had
something to show in just under an hour. With
more shoes left to decorate, we hope to hold a
repeat event soon.
A heartfelt thank-you to all parents and children
who registered to take part in the events, as well as
to our tenants, partners and sponsors: Ahadi Kenya
Trust, Capital FM and Capital Kids.
Talking to Salem this morning, I realise she is not just having a bad hair day – she is having a
bad hair year. Close to tears, she says that recently she has tried a range of styles and two stylists, but nothing seems to work.
Considering that I have approxi-
mately five locks of hair, I am not one
to sympathise readily. I realise that
all this is new to me and I don’t know
hair. My hair has been in its completely
natural state since I was a child; and
even then I didn’t pay attention to its
health. People say ‘Listen to your hair’
but I don’t know how healthy hair is
supposed to feel or look, or whether
it is moisturised, dry, too oily, strong,
weak or dead.
As we enter the hair studio at Kaya
Spa, Salem swears this is her last
attempt to restore her hair. I introduce
her to the two stylists, Willy and Steve.
These guys, in my opinion, are the best
in the business and have what it takes
to fix any kind of hair disaster. Salem is
hesitant about removing her head wrap,
and when she reveals what she is hiding
I can understand why. Underneath her
wrap is a messy mop of what looks like
a combination of a badly kept wig and
blond cat hair. If these guys can fix this
then they can fix anything.
ThirstySalem’s hair is not dirty or anything like
that; it just looks thirsty, dry and limp.
A closer look tells me it is breaking and
damaged. I say a silent prayer, hoping
the two guys will know what to do with
it. Willy maintains a straight face as he
runs his fingers through it and analyses
the scalp, pondering over what should
be done. Steve is already preparing
the sink for the first wash. These two
guys are amazing; they work together
effortlessly. The two stylists then hold
a consultation, asking Salem a series
of questions. Really, it all sounds like
jargon to me.
VerdictWilly leads Salem to the sink for her
first wash. I wonder what the verdict
is. I sit down to watch this process.
Nothing will take me away from this
excavation site; I must bear witness to
whatever miracle is about to happen.
Steve tells me what he thinks may
have happened to Salem’s hair. The
dryness and frizz suggest an episode
of chemical abuse – a major cause
of damaged hair, apparently. When
products such as relaxers and hair
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colour are easily accessible, almost
anyone can buy and use them. A lot of
the time, they aren’t used properly and
that is when the damage sets in. It can
be especially difficult to apply a relaxer
to new growth, which is why paying a
professional to do this is highly recom-
mended.
RelaxedOverlapping relaxers on previously
relaxed hair makes it weaker and will
eventually lead to breakage. Willy
expresses his opinion at this point. He
thinks the application of harsh colour
on Salem’s chemically processed hair
is evident and thus another potential
damage scenario.
After the first wash, Willy leads
Salem to the barber’s chair. I start to
panic. Do these guys seriously want to
chop off her hair? Salem doesn’t look
fazed, though, and I realise that each
step of the plan to repair her badly
damaged hair has been explained to
her. Steve grabs a pair of scissors and
gets to work. Bit by bit the shoulder-
length hair is reduced to ear-length
hair. Mouth wide open, I am witnessing
a complete makeover.
What follows the cut is a deep
protein treatment massaged into the
still-damp hair. The guys says this is a
great way to revamp dry or damaged
hair because it moisturises and
strengthens it. The protein is left for 15
minutes under the dryer and some of
the weakened cells are revived.
Willy re-rinses the hair and blow
dries and styles it. This is spot-on skill.
The effortless way he handles his dryer,
comb and tongs is amazing. Before my
very eyes a transformation has taken
place and even Salem is smiling.
The advice follows. Salem will have
to be back after two days for another
protein treatment and after two weeks
for a cholesterol and moisture treat-
ment. The hair reconstruction will take
four months. As Willy is talking to her,
Steve quickly threads her eyebrows to
create a perfect arch. A glance at Salem
now reveals that the cut has brought
out her face and she looks stylish,
elegant and quite lovely. I slowly exhale
and I realise that, this whole time, I have
hardly been breathing.
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KayaSpa&StudioTribe HotelTel: +254 20 7120171/ 7200656Email: [email protected]
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Well-Being
hOlistictherAPyGetyouratomstalking
just how many changes and correc-
tions it is ready to initiate in any given
session and will therefore indicate
when the session is complete and may
even establish a time when you may
need to return for a follow-up session.
WorldwidereachCurrently, there are over 2,000
BodyTalk practitioners worldwide and
more than 100 instructors teaching
BodyTalk in 35 countries. There is a
real momentum building with this
modality around the world, particularly
in the USA, Canada, Germany, Japan,
Australia and South Africa. Some very
respectable and reputable doctors,
scientists and health professionals
are becoming full-time BodyTalk
practitioners as the results speak for
themselves. Internationally certified
BodyTalk practitioners are now oper-
ating in Kenya. For details go to www.
bodytalksystem.com and look under
‘Find a practitioner’.
Want to know more about the BodyTalk System? Why not come along to the public presentation at Elixir Health on Thursday 7 November at 10.30 am.
This time we are going to focus on a relatively unknown leading-edge therapy called
the BodyTalk System™.BodyTalk is a simple and effective
holistic therapy that allows the body’s
energy systems to be resynchro-
nised so they can operate as nature
intended. Each system, cell and atom
is in constant mutual communication
at all times. Through exposure to the
stresses of day-to-day life, however,
these lines of communication can
become compromised or discon-
nected, leading to a decline in physical,
emotional and/or mental well-being.
Reconnecting these lines of commu-
nication enables the body’s internal
mechanisms to function at optimal
levels, thus repairing and preventing
disease while rapidly accelerating the
healing process. In this way, BodyTalk
stimulates the body’s innate ability to
balance and heal itself at all levels.
FlexibleandsafeBodyTalk can be used as a stand-
alone system to treat many chronic
and acute health problems; or it can
be seamlessly integrated with any
health care regimen to increase its
overall effectiveness. The system’s
major assets are its simplicity, safety
and the speed of results.
BodyTalk is non-invasive, objective
in application and works effectively on
humans and animals alike. If a BodyTalk
technique is implemented incorrectly,
there will be no result or change; it will
not make things worse. Because of
this built-in safety factor, anyone who
receives BodyTalk has nothing to lose
and everything to gain in terms of his
or her health and wellness.
TailoredjustforyouBodyTalk sessions are easy, safe and
comfortable. They are done with the
client fully clothed. A BodyTalk session
usually lasts between 15 minutes and
one hour. The length of a session is
not indicative of the quality of the
session or the results that occur, as
even the simplest sessions can be
quite profound. The body-mind knows
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StillHere
Tucked away on the third level of The Village Market complex is Salon Malibu, a quaint yet
sophisticated hair and beauty parlour that has been serving clients for over 15 years.
The salon is known for its profes-
sional service, its wide range of
imported hair and beauty products
and its ability to serve all customers
and deal with all types of hairstyles.
PopularSo popular is the salon that clients
come from as far as Karen, while
others book their hair appointments
a month in advance. Salon Malibu is
owned and run by Mark Wardley and
Debbie Wainwright, a charming couple
with 30 years of hairdressing experi-
ence between them. They run the
salon with the assistance of qualified
staff from all over the world.
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Joining the Salon Malibu team this
year are hairdressers Kavita Shah and
Francein van de Vijver. Kavita has been
passionate about hairdressing from
a young age. She trained in London
with Toni & Guy, an internationally
renowned brand with a reputation as
innovators, bridging the gap between
high fashion and hairdressing. This is
exemplified by the brand’s sponsorship
of London Fashion Week and London
Fashion Weekend.
TrainingFrancein received her training at the
Dutch Hairdressing Academy before
embarking on a hairdressing career in
the Netherlands for six years. Having
lived in Tanzania for five years, she
has a burning desire to improve hair-
dressing standards in the region. A
teacher, with past experience working
in the service industry, Francein has
made a point of sharing her knowl-
edge with local hairdressers.
Debbie Wainwright, co-proprietor
of Salon Malibu, says it is the infusion
of young talent such as Kavita and
Francein that gives the salon its
vibrancy.
So why not try Salon Malibu today?
Relax and enjoy a cup of coffee or a
glass of wine as the salon’s enthusi-
astic staff go about transforming your
image from fab to glam.
SalonMalibuNext to Tamambo Bar & GrillOpen from 8 am to 7 pm (Closed Sundays and Mondays)
Tel: +254 (20) 7122470 +254 (20) 7122471Cell: +254 733 624552 +254 725 504190
KingswayTyres1st Level, next to Tribe Hotel Tel: +254 (20) 7120171www.kingswaytyres.com Facebook: Kingswaytyres
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It is a common notion that women don’t know about cars; that when our car breaks down we call for
help; that we don’t know about serv-icing or maintenance and leave this to the men or rely on mechanics.
While this may hold true for a few
women drivers, in the main we are well
educated and understand the meaning
of owning and maintaining a car.
When I bought my first car, I didn’t
understand many of the mechanical
issues and had to call for help when
it broke down. I learnt very quickly –
while wishing some of this could have
been taught as part of my driving
lessons – but it was situational learning.
The same goes for tyres. When I
bought my first set of tyres I was
ripped off by a mechanic who charged
me more and fitted very cheap tyres.
UnderstandingAt our annual Women’s Tyre Clinic we
give you an understanding of your tyres
and your car. Here are a few points we
cover that each of us should know:
Car maintenance. It will save you
money and time and prolong the life of
your vehicle.
Regular checks. There are simple
things you can check daily such as
tyre pressures, fuel gauge, engine oil
and coolant levels, battery and any
leaks visible under the vehicle. Before
a journey, vital checks include spare
wheel and tyre, car insurance, tools
and lights.
Tyre maintenance. Read the size
marked on your tyres. This is espe-
cially helpful when you want to
replace worn-out tyres. They are best
replaced when there is 1.6 mm of tread
depth remaining. Are you replacing
them with good quality tyres? Tyre
maintenance is important. Fix punc-
tures, keep your tyres at the correct
pressure, get your wheels balanced
and aligned regularly.
Road safety tips. There are specific
points for women drivers. For example,
do not apply make-up while driving – an
obvious rule, but often ignored. Drive
slowly and cautiously when it is raining,
giving way to pedestrians and so on.
Practice. Open the bonnet, learn
where the important components of
your vehicle are, know where the spare
tyre and tools are placed and learn to
change a tyre.
Cars are everyone’s concern when it
comes to our own safety and the safety
of those in the vehicle with us. And
knowledge of basic car components
will help us make informed decisions
about maintenance and long life.
If you would like to take part in the next Women’s Tyre Clinic on 2 November at the Tribe Hotel, you can register by email to: [email protected] or [email protected]
ByReemaDoshi, PR & Marketing Manager, Kingsway Tyres Ltd
WEEKLY EVENTS
Green Corner Eco-marketEvery fi rst and last Tuesday of the month The Village Market hosts vendors of green products in a unique showcase of eco-friendly ideas, products and innovations for everyday living. We invite buyers, suppliers, creators and developers of eco-conscious products and services to this unique platform. Contact the Management O� ce for more details.
Pots and PlantsEvery Wednesday we call all gardening enthusiasts to the weekly Pots and Plants event, at which vendors of plants and gardening accessories o er their products for sale.
Village Diary
NOVEMBER
Lands and Property ExpoDate: 28 November to 2 DecemberLocation: New Hall The Expo will o er visitors an opportunity to sample the latest trends defi ning style that make up residential and commercial properties o ered by various developers and also network with potential business partners. For exhibiting and marketing opportunities during the expo, get in touch with Peter on 0725-315546.
Candy FactoryDate: 23 November Nairobi VIP presents the Candy Store Fair. Get ready for a sugar high at this ‘sweet tooth’ event in conjunction with dealers in the confectionery and snacks industry on 23 November. For more information contact [email protected].
Kalabash ExhibitionDate: 25 November Kalabash Selections Ltd will showcase the second Traditions Exhibition at the New Hall from 13 to 25 November.
For more information about any of the events contact The Village Market:
Tel: +254 (0)20 712 2488-90Email: [email protected] Page: The Village MarketTwitter Handle: @VillageMarket
Web: www.villagemarket-kenya.com
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VILLAGE DIARY
ThaiVillageFood CourtTel: +254 712 848770
With the completion of The Village Market’s new-look Food Court
comes a new restaurant, Thai Village. Everything is simply right about this charming food outlet: the beautiful tiles on the wall, the open grill that gives customers the pleasure of watching their food prepared and the hard-to-miss 70 kg figure of a smiling Buddha that seems to put every customer at ease.
Most popular, of course, is the
outlet’s celebrity chef. Thiwa brings
with her the knowledge of true Thai
cuisine and years of culinary experi-
ence working in five-star hotels such as
the Sankara.
NewlookThai Village proprietor Bobby Aurora,
who also owns the Khazana Restau-
rant next door, says the new-look
Food Court deserves the best chefs
and food menus to complement it. “It’s
about serving five-star food at three-
star rates,” he says.
By maintaining that authentic spicy
Thai taste, the restaurant has been able
to attract a loyal customer base within
a few weeks of opening. So popular
has the menu become that those who
can’t make it to The Village Market
have their meals delivered to them.
“When we started, we were delivering
to five homes daily,” says Bobby. “Now
we make at least 20-plus home and
office deliveries every day.” This is an
addition to off-the-counter sales as
well as outside catering services, which
the outlet provides.
The restaurant’s green and red
curries are popular with diners looking
to have their taste buds tantalised, with
panang and yellow curries also avail-
able. In addition, the menu includes
soups and salads, meat and vegetarian
dishes, seafood , sizzlers and barbe-
cues, all served with a choice of rice or
noodles.
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heAlth&BeAutyBelladonna PharmacyDream NailsElixir HealthGrassrootsHaute PerfumerieJaff’s OpticalSalon MalibuSalon NatalieTautVillage Dental Clinic
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Kingsway Tyre CentreKiwi ShopKK SecurityPhoenix SafarisPost OfficeSafaricom Service CentreSchofield & AssociatesShifaz Vet ClinicTintoria DrycleanersVillage PhotoshopWynton House of Music
FOOD&restAurAntsArlecchinnoArt Caffé Dorman’s Coffee HouseGerman PointJiko – Tribe HotelKhazanaOrchidOsteria GigiriPlanet YogurtPomodoro PizzeriaPrime Cuts DeliRevive Juice BarRo-Ro Chinese Fast FoodRo-Ro Chinese RestaurantSofra (Sea World)Seven Seafood & GrillSteers & Debonairs PizzaTamambo Bar & GrillTaste of AfricaThai VillageTiramisu
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essentiAlsAll Times News StandBlue Lily Flower ShopCatermartEssential Communication Solutions
H2O (Pure Flow)NakumattNokia ShopPersonal SystemsPets & PotsPower Innovations LtdPrime Cuts ButcherySugar CandyTechnology HouseWestlands SundriesZeus Development Co. LtdZucchini Greengrocers
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AlltiMesnewsstAnDMonday to Friday: 8am to 8pmSunday: 10am to 8pmTel: 0721 888222/ 0736 313345/ 0720 695114Email: [email protected]
BArclAysBAnKPrestigecentreMonday to Saturday: 8.30am to 8.30pmSunday: 10am to 4pmTel: +254 20 7122741/ 7120042/ [email protected]
BellADOnnAPhArMAcyMonday to Saturday: 8.30pm to 8.30pmSunday & Public Holidays: 10am to 7.30pmTel: +254 20 7122141 / 0735 [email protected]
BOnuscArDMonday to Saturday: 8.30am to 5.30pmSunday: 10am to 5pm Tel: +254 20 7122488/90Email: [email protected]
BunsOntrAvel(cArlsOnwAgOnlitKenyA)Monday to Friday: 8.30am to 5pmSunday: 9.30am to 12noonTel: +254 20 7121235/7124757/[email protected]
cOMMerciAlBAnKOFAFricA(cBA)Monday to Friday: 9am to 4pmSaturday: 9am to 12noonSunday & Public Holidays: ClosedTel: +254 20 7120263/3460710 60235/ 0737 800170
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KenyAAirwAyssAles&ticK-etingOFFiceMonday to Friday: 9am to 6pmSaturdays: 9am to 3pmSundays & Public Holidays: ClosedTel: +254 20 7121072/ 7120241+254 20 6422790-9Email: [email protected]
KenyAcOMMerciAlBAnKMonday to Friday: 8.30am to 6.30pmSaturday: 8.30am to 4.00pmSundays & Public Holidays: ClosedTel: +254 20 7122012/ 7122003/ 7120483Email: [email protected]
MAnAgeMent&securityOFFiceMonday to Saturday: 8.30am to 5pmSundays & Public Holidays: 10am to 5.30pmTel: +254 20 7122488/90Email: [email protected]
nAKuMAttsuPerMArKetMonday to Sunday: 8.30am to 8pmTel: +254 20 7122507/8/9Email: [email protected]
nicBAnKMonday to Friday: 9am to 4pmSaturday: 9am to 11.30pmSundays & Public Holidays: ClosedTel: +254 20 2888791-40720 365036/ 0720 364993/ 0711 041791/2Email: [email protected]
PhOenixsAFArisMonday to Friday: 7.30pm to 6pmSaturday: 8.30am to 5pmSundays & Public Holidays: 11am to 5pmTel: +254 20 7122254/ 7121942Email: [email protected]
POstOFFiceMonday to Friday: 9am to 5.30pmSaturday: 9am to 12.30pmTel: 0735 764673
PriMecutsButcheryMonday to Saturday: 9am to 6pmSunday: 9am to 3pmTel: +254 20 2199300/ 3513506-7Email: [email protected]
sAFAricOMcustOMercArecentreMonday to Friday: 9am to 6am Saturday: 9am to 5pmSundays & Public Holidays: 10am to 4pmTel: +254 20 4272349/ 2372Email: [email protected]
shiFAZveterinAryclinicMonday to Friday: 9am to 6pmSaturday: 9am to 12noonSunday: 10am to 11am Public Holidays: On appointmentTel: +254 7124166/ 0722 511761/ 0733 775064
stArFlixtheAtresLevel 3, Opposite SuperbowlOpen daily – Tel: +254 716 883872
suPerBOwlMonday to Thursday: 9am to 11pmFriday to Sunday: 9am to 12midnightTel: +254 20 7123141Email: [email protected]
thevillAgeMArKettAxiserviceAvailable 24hrs dailyTel: 0717 207662
villAgeDentAlclinicMonday to Friday: 9am to 5pmSaturday: 9am to 12.30pmTel: +254 20 7122460/ 0733 8365081/ 0722 [email protected]
technOlOgyhOuseKenyAltDMonday to Friday: 9am to 5pmSaturday: 9am to 5pmSunday: 10am to 4pmTel: +254 20 7122905/ 0722 510343 / 0734 510343/ 0710 888888Email: [email protected]
tintOriADrycleAnersMonday to Saturday: 7am to 7pmSunday: ClosedTel: +254 20 7122984 / 0729 329404Email: [email protected]
triBehOtelReservations DeskTel: +254 20 7200000Email: [email protected]
villAgeMArKetFOrexBureAuMonday to Friday: 9.30am to 5.30pmSaturday: 10am to 2pmSunday: 10am to 2pmTel: +254 20 7122901/473
ZucchinigreengrOcersMonday to Sunday: 9am to 7pmTel: +254 20 7120403/ 0733 057063
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