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                             FESTIVAL 2010                   WATERSPORT FESTIVAL         SUN,
OF OTHER CELEBS...          ARABIAN SCULPTORS                        FUN AND SPORTING ACTION!
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VOLUME 7 | APRIL 1-15, 2010


          th e
       r h y th m
       o f your
           city                                                                               in this issue

 Hello Abu Dhabi ,
 I'd like to thank all our readers who petitioned us tirelessly to increase the
 frequency of our magazine, and expand our magazine distribution network.
 We've done both. We will now come out bi-weekly (every two weeks) and
 will be available through an expanded chain that has grown to include all                                      4 Your Say
 Starbucks in Abu Dhabi, the capital's finest malls including Abu Dhabi Mall,
 Khalidiya Mall, Raha Mall and Mazyad Mall, not to mention our expanded                                        5 ShopCall
                                                                                                               5 Shop Call
 reach of hotels, hospitals and businesses.
                                                                                                        6 What’s Hot in Abu Dhabi
 We have also fine tuned our highly popular handy events pull-out as the
 definitive Abu Dhabi guide of what's happening in the capital. For those of
 you who prefer your content online be sure to visit www.abudhabitempo.                                       8 Movie Watch
 com, a vibrant site full of information resources and community news,
 and then of course there's also our YouTube site of videos of the most                                      10 My Abu Dhabi
 happening events in Abu Dhabi.
                                                                                                              11 City Bites
 Abu Dhabi Tempo is a community magazine, so it's all about you. Write to us
 about your likes and dislikes, along with your wish list of features you'd like                  12 People Meter & Meet your Neighbour
 to see more of. Write to me personally on bagersh@abudhabitempo.com.
 We'd like to hear from you.                                                                              13 Making a Difference

                                                                                                               14 Handy Helper

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 Imran Nawaz & Ahmad Al-Dajani, Production Coordinator : Joel Flores Editorial
 Contributors: Aicha Diop, Samantha Davis and Randy Parker.                                                 17 Beat with Aich

 Disclaimer:                                                                                             18 My Style Blueprint
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YourSay
    Dear Tempo,

    Last month’s Arablish was spot on! Even though I’m
    not from an Arab background but having lived in
    UAE all my life has helped fine tune my senses to the
    variation in dialects of different Middle Easterners.
    Filmmakers in the west should take heed of their
    apparent loopholes in character development. The
    Peacemaker was another movie full of linguistic
    errors. George Clooney was wrongly cast in that role!
    But that’s another story.
                                                                RAISING THE BAR
                                               Heena Majid      Education: Teachers who focus on real-life
                                                                communications skills hold the key to raising standards
    Dear Tempo,                                                 of English in the Emirates, according to a department of
                                                                Cambridge University. The Al Afaq Model School in Abu
    I must tell you, as a student, I found AD Tempo
                                                                Dhabi is one example of how student-centered learning
    extremely attractive. The layout is young and bright,       is successfully working in the region. The girls school
    and I love the stories you feature, which happen            adopted tests for young learners set by Cambridge to
    to be so UNIQUE! I have never seen something                raise the learning level of their students in March 2005
    like PeopleMeter, and Making a Difference is very           and as a result has been able to measure the progress
    relevant. I really, really enjoyed Carine Bruyninckx’s      of its students and adjust the language programme
    story in My Abu Dhabi. Who knew that our own Abu            accordingly.
    Dhabi could be home to such a fairytale? I have to          Photography: Emirates Photography Competition (EPC)
    admit, when I saw the magazine as I was leaving my          under the patronage of the International Federation of
    local mall yesterday, I saw a pile of something glossy      Photographic Art (FIAP), has rece0ntly announced that the
    and bright, and the avid reader that I am (I’ll read the    last date to submit entries for their fifth season is April 15.
    labels on toiletries when I visit someone’s bathroom!),     Photographers and those interested to participate in
    I had to pick it up, yet I had a feeling it might be one    the competition must register online. The competition
    of those shiny, non-substance city guides. But I was        website provides comprehensive information and details
    wrong, thank God! It is one lovely little magazine, and     on the competition in four languages; Arabic, English,
    I have yet to see your website, which I will visit today-   French and German. For registration and further details,
    worry not!                                                  please visit EIP website: www.ephotoc.com
                                                                Young Archaeologist Initiative: The Historic
                                             Sana Farooqui
                                                                Environment Department launched an educational
    Dear Tempo,                                                 awareness program for primary schools pupils in Al Ain,
                                                                to educate them about the principles of archeology.
    I’ve attended many of the ‘free’ events on the Corniche,
    and I am astounded by how event organisers continue         The program teaches the students practical applications
                                                                of archaeological exploration in an artificial field and it
    to misunderstand their viewing public. Case in point
                                                                imparts an understanding of the various stages of an
    the Red Bull concert held on the Corniche in late
                                                                archeological process and the types and functions of
    March: the main act was Lebanese singer Ragheb              all the relevant tools used in such operations. Pupils are
    Alama--who is a mainstream Arabic music performer-          then taught how to make practical explorations. Sounds
    -and the opening act was an Emirati hip hop group,          exciting, doesn’t it? Over the past weeks, Al Ain National
    Desert Heat. They were both good acts, but for entirely     Museum has received a large number of school pupils,
    different audiences! Desert Heat were great with the        and the program will continue to run till mid-April 2010.
    whole urban street dance routine for the younger            So enroll young ones in the program and give them the
                                                                opportunity to explore… or rather, poke and prod to
    crowd, and an older crowd ( some left tired by the
                                                                their heart’s content. Hey, at least it will keep them out of
    din and some stuck around) for Ragheb Alama. Next
                                                                your closets and re-direct the energizer bunnies towards
    time, guys, remember that the ‘opening act’ should          something constructive and fascinating.
    be a smooth introduction for the main act.

                                                   Randa A
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RAGS
ANDRICHES
By now most of you know that J.C. Rags has opened a flagship store in
Marina Mall. Their spring-summer 2010 collection is an interesting
combination of colours, textures and a dapper urban look. Okay
let’s get the obvious out of the way, the designer clothing and
accessories are pricy. How much can it cost to re-create a raw urban
look you might ask? We are no design experts but we’ve been told that
the ‘look’ has to be a cut above the rest. So everything from accessories to
apparel has been designed keeping the new summer palette in mind.
One thing is for sure, you can dress funky, hip and trendy without
looking like you’ve been trying too hard! That’s one promise J.C. Rags
definitely lives up to.



 PHOTO-SHOP?!?!
 Do you think a shopping mall is just another place to splurge?
 Think again! The ground floor of Khalidiyah Mall will be
 transformed into an art gallery for a photography exhibition
 running from April 1 to April 10 with contributions from
 talented photographers: Abdullah Al Ghurair, Abdullah Al
 Marzouqi, Abdulrahman Belhaik, Heba Al Mardood, Mariam Al


                                                                   TEATIME!
                                                                      TIME!
 Mazroui, Moza Alfalasi and Nadra Badri. Check it out guys!




                                                                      Shop for new Alokozay Tea flavours
                                                                   This year, the Gulf Food Festival 2010 witnessed the re-launch
                                                                   of Alokozay Tea. A large crowd of consumers and traders
                                                                   gathered to taste the tempting new flavours added to the
                                                                   already popular line-up of refreshing tea varieties.

                                                                   “Visitors were very eager to sample the varieties of teas. Besides
                                                                   the brand’s already popular black and green tea, our new
                                                                  flavors like peach, mint and lemon as well as herbal infusions
                                                               like camomile were popular choices with visitors.” said Ms. Tara
                                                                                                                ,
                                                              Doddihal, Marketing Manager of Alokozay International Ltd.

As far as promotional activities go, Alokozay created quite a buzz with its sampling, give-aways and exciting daily competitions.
The competitions were hosted by Alokozay’s Emcee, Ahmed Faraj Salahat who stopped the passing crowd dead in their tracks
with unique beat boxing performances. Competition winners walked away with exclusive Alokozay gift hampers that consisted
of electronic items and a range of company products such as dates, oil, tissues and of course, tea! Distribution of the fresh new
packs to existing markets has begun last month. Try out the peach flavour, it’s mind boggling and quite frankly addictive; i.e., if
you don’t mind your tea tasting like peaches.


www.abudhabitempo.com                                                                                                                   5
What's
    Hot
                                                                  Adam Henein’s visit to the Egyptian Museum in Cairo
                                                                  fueled his desire to become a sculptor with an uncanny
                                                                  perception of nature and its forms. They say if you
                                                                  immerse yourself in his craft, it becomes increasingly
                                                                  impossible to distinguish what was shaped by nature
                                                                  from that which was transformed by his human hands.



    in Abu Dhabi                                                  Other highlights of the Abu Dhabi Festival 2010 include
                                                                  performances by The National Polish Radio Symphony
                                                                  Orchestra under the direction of one of the leading
                                                                  composers of the 20th century, Krzysztof Penderecki;
                                                                  piano recitals by two young virtuosos, Nobuyuki Tsujii
    MIDDLE EASTERN                                                and Yundi Li; the first full opera presented at the
                                                                  Festival – La Boheme performed by the Puccini Festival
    ARTWORK AT                                                    Orchestra; ‘A Night at the Ballet’ with dancers from the
    ABU DHABI FESTIVAL 2010                                       Bolshoi, Mariinsky and American Ballet Theatres; the
                                                                  jazz legend Wynton Marsalis; an outdoor concert with Il
    20 Mar - 7 Apr, Emirates Palace                               Divo; multimedia performance Pictures Reframed; Oud
                                                                  virtuoso Naseer Shamma; and the London Symphony
                                                                  Orchestra conducted by Maestros Sir Colin Davis and
    The visual arts exhibition at this year’s Abu Dhabi           Kristjan Jarvi. More on our website:
    Festival just got more interesting. An announcement           www.abudhabitempo.com
    on March 10 revealed the names of two of the most             Download a complete list of April Events from 1 - 15 April
    distinguished living masters of Middle Eastern art            on our webpage
    who will be displaying their work in a joint exhibition.
    Sculptors Parviz Tanavoli (Egypt) and Adam Henein
    (Iran) will unite for the first time to unleash the magestic
    beauty of Arabian art forms on local audiences in the
    capital.

    Parviz Tanavoli is undoubtedly one of Iran’s
    foremost artists whose untiring dedication to
    art and constant pursuit of enlightenment
    through it lead him to set-up the
    Saqqakhaneh School (a neo-
    traditional style of art
    which finds its roots in
    Iranian folk art and
    culture).




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            UFC 112
             THE INVINCIBLES ARE HERE IN TOWN!
             Apr 10, Ferrari World, Yas Island
             The Ultimate Fighting Championship is ready to pack           Of course the fan favourite fight of the day will be BJ
             a punch this season as former Abu Dhabi Combat                Penn vs. Frankie Edgar. For those of you who enjoy
             Club Champion (2007), Demian Maia returns to the              a good fight, all blood and guts; or even if you are
             capital to challenge UFC Middleweight Champion,               those who enjoyed watching Brad Pitt’s Fight Club
             Anderson Silva in a fight which will be televised live to      with loads of popcorn, watch BJ Pen in action! This
             the world as a pay-per-view event. UFC is the world’s         American mixed martial artsist and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
             leading professional mixed martial arts organization          (BJJ) practitioner is currently the Ultimate Fighting
             and offers the premier series of MMA sports events.           Championship (UFC) Lightweight Champion. In
             As the first ever UFC outdoor fight, taking place on a          2000, he became the first American-born winner of
             custom-built stadium outside Ferrari World, Maia is           the World Jiu-Jitsu Championship in the black-belt
             looking forward to the much talked about night: “As           category. ‘Pitt-ed’ (hey it’s not us, the term just keeps
             someone who has trained in jiu-jitsu all my life, and a       coming up!) against him is Frankie aka James Edgar, a
             former Abu Dhabi Combat Club Champion, I am very              fiery master of his craft with a purple belt in BJJ.
             much looking forward to returning to Abu Dhabi to
                                                                           We know the guys won’t miss this one and as for the
             fight in UFC® 112.”
                                                                           girls, do go watch ladies, you might get some helpful
                                                                           self-defense tips!

www.abudhabitempo.com                                                                                                                          7
SIR
                                    TOM                                       MOVIE
                                    JONES
                                    IN ABU DHABI
                                                                              WATCH
                                    16 Apr, ADNEC

                                                                        Clash of the Titans
                                                                        Releasing April 2: Sam Worthington is
    Welsh superstar; the man with the velvet moves; power               joined by Liam Neeson and Ralph Fiennes
    performer; and legendary singer, who else can we be talking         for the ultimate struggle for power which
    about but Sir Tom Jones? Performing for the first time in Abu        pits men against Al-Mighty beings. Perseus
                                                                        (Sam Worthington) is unable to save his
    Dhabi Sir Tom Jones will sing his most popular and loved            family from Hades (Ralph Fiennes), ruler
    songs such as ‘Delilah’, ‘She’s a Lady’ and ‘It’s Not Unusual’ as   of the underworld. He then sets off on
    well as numerous other foot-thumping, chart-busting hits.           a perilous journey deep into forbidden
                                                                        worlds. Battling unholy demons and
    With a career spanning over forty five years, this Welsh singer      formidable beasts. His survival depends on
    is definitely one of the world’s most commercially successful        whether he can accept his powers, defy his
    and critically acclaimed artists. We have danced to the tunes       fate and create his own destiny.
    of his numerous successful collaborations with the likes of
    Tina Turner, The Stereophonics and Luciano Pavarotti to             The Joneses
    name a few. Singer, an electric performer, a musical legend; a      Releasing April 16: Who hasn’t heard of the
                                                                        phrase, ‘keeping up with the Joneses’? This
    man who has paved the way and influenced many modern
                                                                        movie is a social satire about a seemingly
    artists like Amy Winehouse, Mark Ronson and Duffy amongst           perfect family which moves into a suburban
    others.                                                             neighbourhood. They are envied by
                                                                        everyone but the truth about why they
    Tom Jones Live in Abu Dhabi is an all-seated concert. Tickets       relocated is a far cry from their apparent
    have gone on sale since March 22nd and fans will surely be          perfection. David Duchovny, Demi Moore,
                                                                        Amber Heard and Gary Cole star in the film.
    flocking to see the legendary crooner belt out his popular
    and memorable songs in the capital!
                                                                        Kick-Ass
                                                                        Releasing April 16: Starring Nicolas Cage,
                                                                        Aaron Johnson, Christopher Mintz-Plasse
                                                                        and Mark Strong, Kick-Ass tells the story

    A Bird’s Eye View?!?                                                of average teenager Dave Lizewski (Aaron
                                                                        Johnson), a comic-book fanboy who
                                                                        decides to take his obsession as inspiration
    Mar 29 - Apr 28, Salwa Ziedan Gallery                               to become a real-life superhero. There’s only
                                                                        one problem standing in his way: he has
    Abu Dhabi – March 29th – The Salwa Zeidan Gallery                   absolutely no superpowers!
    launched the first exhibition for French artist Bo Tasle
    d’Heliand under the patronage of His Excellency Alain               Death at a Funeral
    Azouaou the Ambassador of France.                                   Releasing April 23: Starring Chris Rock, the
                                                                        movie is based on 2007 comedy about a
    The one-month-long exhibit features more than 15                    hilarious day in the life of a family that has
    works made with China ink and flour glue on recycled                 come together to put a beloved family
                                                                        member to rest. As mourners gather at the
    paper as part of his latest series entitled “Birds Eye              family home, shocking revelations, festering
    Vision Inside-Out” The gallery will also show some of
                       .                                                resentments, ugly threats, blackmail and
                                                                        a misdirected corpse unleash lethal and
    his latest sculptures using metal and paper material.               riotous mayhem. This is a must watch!
    This work is a continuation of the last artistic work
    made in Africa where Bo had used the “eagle eye                     A Nightmare on Elm Street
    vision” for the first time. In this series the artist use            Releasing April 30: Director Samuel Bayer
    various pictorial traditions to create a new form of                recreates the gruesome world of Freddy
    representation with the human condition still in the                Krueger. Hollywood gurus call the movie
                                                                        a re-imagining of the popular 1984 horror
    focal point of his research.                                        classic. Rooney Mara, Kyle Gallner, and
                                                                        Thomas Dekker, play teenagers who are
    “The “eagle eyes vision” remains as this series conveys             stalked by Freddy Krueger, a horribly
    trials of an eagle’s scrutiny of the artist from the                disfigured killer who hunts them in their
                                                                        dreams. As long as they stay awake, they
    superposition of sky views, in essence, representing                can protect one another...but when they
    omnipotence of vision,” explains Bo, “One can consider              sleep, there is no escape.
    the work as a self-portrait through the intermediary
    of a bird.”
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MyABU DHABI
                                                 T: We think it’s fabulous that sculptures   art becomes a part of one’s daily life
                                                 from the symposium shall be                 can we truly get influenced by it. This
                                                 permanently placed outdoors for the         also mandates that we be extremely
                                                 public to appreciate and enjoy. Was the     selective with regard to the type of art
                                                 idea opposed initially? How important       we chose so that the influence be of a
                                                 was it for you to gain approval for         positive and joyful nature.
                                                 placement of the artwork outside?
                                                                                             T: What does Salwa Zeidan look for in
                                                 SZ: The Municipality was the first           ‘good art’?
                                                 strategic partner to see the importance
                                                 of this initiative and immediately          SZ: It is a very simple answer: good
                                                 adopted a very positive way of helping      art makes you feel good and makes
                                                                                             you wonder how it came about and
                                                 us into bringing it about, they did an
                                                                                             speaks to yourself. It touches your
                                                 excellent job and helped a lot in many      thoughts and questions the minds, it
                                                 ways that were otherwise impossible         should be very well done and have a
                                                 to achieve. They own the public             curtain vision or idea. It has to be strong
     This month, Tempo sat down for              space so their participation in ADISS       enough to stop you and tell you a story.
     a tete-e-tete with Salwa Zeidan             is extremely important and they did         Encountering good art has to be a
     - Creative Director of Abu Dhabi            deliver their part in such a professional   pleasant experience for both the eye
     International Sculpture Symposium,          way. Even artists were impressed with       and the mind.
     entrepreneur, homemaker, visionary,         the high level of organization on the
                                                                                             T: On a more personal note, as a
     and innovator.                              site. The Municipality did a wonderful      modern-day Lebanese professional
     Tempo: Tell us a little bit about           job in developing the site and helper’s     businesswoman, how do you manage
     yourself. Who is the lady behind the        accommodation in such short period          time between family, friends and
     title of Creative Director of ADISS and     of time.                                    work?
     how did you get started in this field?       T: On what criterion were 17 renowned       SZ:To tell you the truth, art takes you
     Salwa Zeidan: Well... I started as an       artists from all over the world chosen?     away from many things including
     artist 25 years ago. I have been living     Were you personally involved in their       friends and family. It is time consuming,
     here, in Abu Dhabi since many years!        selection?                                  and it needs a lot of attention,
     Indeed, I was the first one to open an                                                   otherwise it won’t be interesting art. My
                                                 SZ: Before we answer this question we
     art gallery in Abu Dhabi in 1994. Five                                                  life as an artist has been hard, because
     years before that I used to organize art    have to know that symposium sculptors       I’m married and I have family that needs
     exhibitions in hotels.                      are different than other sculptors, in      lots of attention. To be able to be good
                                                 many ways. To start a sculpture from        at both levels, I had to ask too much of
     I love this city and I respect its people   scratch and finish it in one month is a      myself, and this has been the difficult
     as I believe that what they are doing       great responsibility that many artists      part. I don’t want to compromise one
     now is amazing and surprising at times
                                                 simply do not take on. And so, we are       or the other. My route to becoming a
     where the whole world is going into
                                                 left with few of them that have the         successful artist was rather a herculean
     coma (artistically). I want to develop
     the art scene by introducing something      standard we are looking for. One major      task, but it was great experience on all
     that doesn’t exist, which is public         criteria was that each participant          levels that eventually got me to be who
     sculpture. I have lots of knowledge         has to have taken part in at least 7        I am today, and that is why I feel I have
     about art and sculpture, and through        international symposiums with non-          truly earned the titled to be the director
     my international relations with artists     figurative sculptures. We tried to select    of this symposium.
     and sculptors I was able to direct this     a diverse group of artists from various     T: What is your message to struggling
     symposium in the best way possible.         corners of the globe and managed to         artists in Abu Dhabi?
     T: Why in your opinion, is an event         secure a list from some of the major
                                                                                             SZ: Transform the struggles into
     like ADISS necessary at this point          countries. By the time we complete the
                                                                                             positive energy that will help you grow
     in time during Abu Dhabi’s cultural         five to ten year contract, we will surely    and evolve, follow your hearts and
     development?                                have worked in artists from every single    intuition all the way, be perseverant to
                                                 country in the world!                       overcome all the difficulties that come
     SZ: Public art is part of the
     development itself. Abu Dhabi lacks                                                     your way and see the difficulties as the
                                                 We will definitely influence the
     this important element called public                                                    source of determination to get to their
                                                 region with all these sculptures that
     sculptures. I was lucky to come up and                                                  highest potentials. That is the only way
                                                 will be placed all over the city, as we     to do great things.
     introduce ADISS to Sheikh Nahyan and
                                                 are looking at placing sculptures
     Zayed University. They were the right
                                                 in locations where the public can           You have to recognize that you are
     people who knew its importance and
                                                 walk around them, enjoy them and            lucky to be living in a vibrant city where
     acted on it immediately.
                                                 interact with them. Only when public        many people dream to live today.

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EMIRATI CUISINE
Where tradition meets flavour!

So you’ve seen the camels; taken a dhow trip along
the Corniche and you’ve even experienced the
quintessential desert safari. ‘What else there?’ you
might ask. Well, how about treating your taste buds
to some authentic Emirati food? Nope, the Shawarma
doesn’t qualify; you really need to dig into some
delicious ‘hareesa’ and for those of you with a sweet
tooth, ‘aseedat’ is a must try custard. But where?

Al Dhafra restaurant near the Mina fish market is an
Emirati eatery which offers both ala carte and buffet
dining (175/per person without sea food). Freshly
baked local bread like Mahala, Khameer and Gabab is
served with Saloona, a Bedouin dish resembling a stew
made from lamb, vegetables and beans. Another must-

                                                              EASTER FAMILY
try is the Hareesa. This is a popular local dish; mainly
thick porridge made from a tasty batter of finely
minced lamb, butter and white wheat. For sea-food
junkies, local sea food like fishes, lobsters and squids
from the Arabian Gulf are also available. Whereas the
                                                              BUFFET IN TOWN!
Biryani samak would make a delicious meal too! Rice           On 3rd April, Assyemtri
and fish cooked in Arabian spices will give you a taste                                  - the contemporary
                                                              international dining out
                                                                                         let - is inviting families to
of the original Emirati staple diet. For desserts you         come and enjoy an Easter
                                                                                             family brunch priced at
could try the ‘khabeesa’, a sweet dish made of flour,         AED 130 (including soft
                                                                                         beverages) and AED 160
nuts and cream. Of course there are other magical            (including house bevera
                                                                                         ges). There will be a big
ingredients which make it mind-numbingly sweet but           buffet to suit all ages and
                                                                                            tastes as well as childre
the cook wouldn’t divulge his secret recipe! Maybe you       activities such as an egg                                n’s
                                                                                         hunt and face painting.
can taste it and tell us what else is in there that makes   So what are you waiting
                                                                                         for? Ask the little tots to
it so delightfully rich in taste and very filling.           choose their fave anima
                                                                                       l, dress them according
                                                            remember to click lots of                              ly and
                                                                                          pictures while you enjoy
Another restaurant which prides itself on delivering        your Easter family brunch
                                                                                          !
the ultimate Emirati dining experience is Al Asalah
restaurant in Heritage Village near Marina Mall.
The manager, Mr. Zahir will gladly make
reservations for large gatherings and
is quite well versed with the vast
menu. The restaurant offers
different Emirati specials
every evening! So while
today you might be
munching the ‘matrooba’,
vegetable and minced
meat dish; tomorrow’s
special may include the
‘sareed’ fish with boiled rice
and vegetables.

Don’t miss out on the local dining
experience. There is more to Abu
Dhabi then just Shawarmas and Falafel
wraps you know.

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PEOPLE METER
       People Meter is an offbeat way to learn more about
       our community and its people, who come from



                                                                                                     Meet
       different backgrounds, cultures and walks of life.




                                                                                                            YO
                                                                                                            YOUR
                                                                                                       NEIGHBOUR
                                                                                                       Mohammed Al Disougi

                                                                             Mohammed Al Disougi is an Abu Dhabi born
                                                                             resident who studies here and plans to make a life
                                                                             for himself in this country…

                                                                             “My name is Mohammed Al Disougi but friends call
                                                                             me Hamoodie. I'm 16 years old. I was born in Abu
                                                                             Dhabi but originally I'm from Khartoum, Sudan. My
              Omar Moudni                  Christina J. Hebert               father got a better job, so we came to UAE. Since I
               Moroccan                         American                     was raised here, I think it’s best to finish university
               Hospitality                       Teacher                     education from Abu Dhabi. Then I plan to look for a
                                                                             job and stay in the capital permanently.
         What first word comes to your mind when I say:                       “I have lot of dreams that I want to accomplish
                                                                             in this life time. When I was young, I wanted to
         Actor     Michael Scofield          Actor     Bond                  become a basketball player. I still like the game but
      Calendar     2010                   Calendar     New                   it's more of a recreation now. The profession of law
         Books     Quran                     Books     Knowing               attracts me these days because it’s a well paid job
          Rain     Home                       Rain     Mist                  and I will probably get to help people and bring
                   Sky                                 Marine
                                                                             some peace to their unsettled lives. My goal in life is
          Blue                                Blue
                                                                             to get a proper education first and then lend a hand
         Room      34                        Room      Space
                                                                             to those who are suffering. I want to be one of the
        Cotton     T shirt                  Cotton     Fresh
                                                                             revered intellectuals in whichever field I choose.
          Mind     Never mind                 Mind     Free
         Sense     Fear                      Sense     Touch                 “The lifestyle in Abu Dhabi is very entertaining.
        Colour     Red                      Colour     Fuchsia               It's conservative but then again, it’s fun! People
          Soft     Hair                       Soft     Skin                  have the right to express themselves within the
          Lock     Jail                       Lock     Iron                  boundaries of the law. I wouldn't change anything
          Cars     Guests                     Cars     Sleek                 because I'm satisfied with my life here.

                                                                             “To people who come here from abroad,

            QuickQuestions                                                   I recommend that they should go to see Emirates
                                                                             Palace and the sandy beaches of Abu Dhabi. If they
                                                                             wish to have some fun, they can visit the numerous
                                                                             clubs and Marina Mall.
     1) What is your idea of a           2) If you could be one
     dream vacation?                     superhero, who would you            “I think that everybody should try different things in
      Omar: I like my vacation to be     be and why?                         their life and travel to different places in the world.
     in the summer season because         Omar: Umm… no idea really!         Like here in Abu Dhabi, you get the opportunity to
     then I can go to the beach and      I wouldn’t want to be anyone        learn so much about Arabian culture and lifestyle
     enjoy! Once there, I can go         else!                               through interacting with many people, sometimes
     for some swimming too.Also,                                             they are complete strangers but you can learn so
                                         Christina: Elektra, because
     during night time, I can relax      she is swift, powerful, a deadly    much from them. This is how some of the myths
     with my close friends on the        assassin, a force for good, a foe   about Middle Eastern countries can get shattered,
     golden sand.                        to be reckoned with, a loyal        like the fact that people think that they are too
     Christina: Sun, sea, sand,          friend, and a goddess draped        strict. That’s so not true! My message to such people
     sleeping late, feasting, dancing,   in red silk.                        is to come here and judge for yourself.”
     and being in love.

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Making a
  Each of us can in his, or her, own way make a difference in our world. Sometimes this can be a simple gesture, and sometimes it
  is a kind word. This page is dedicated to the hero that resides in each and every one of us, and to the sharing of great news that
  will make our planet a better place for us all.


                       Abu Dhabi Visitor’s Survey                                                                    HANDMADE
                         Results:Some 60% of international
                         Results:
                         visitor arrivals in Abu Dhabi are
                         guests making their first trip to the
                        emirate, according to an Abu Dhabi
                                                                                                             CUSHIONS
                       Tourism Authority (ADTA) survey, and
                      87% would consider returning.
       “The survey is delivering crucial insights into key
     inbound tourism drivers. One of the most important
     results was that 86% enjoyed their stay rating their
     overall experience as very good or excellent, a
     massive 92% said they would definitely, or probably,
     recommend Abu Dhabi to others.” said Lawrence
     Franklin, Strategy & Policy Director, ADTA.
                                                                            Here is your chance to contribute towards helping
     Future Vision: The Fourth International Heritage
                                                                            Palestinian women in their efforts to better their
     Symposium from 29 March to April 1 aims to discuss                     situation. THE One has joined forces with Qalandia Camp
     the relationship between heritage and education.                       Women’s Handicraft Cooperative - a non-profit and non-
     Twenty working papers will be delivered in the                         governmental organization, to bring you cushion covers,
     symposium with key focus on:                                           lovingly hand-embroidered by Palestinian women in the
                                                                            Qalandia Refugee Camp on the outskirts of Jerusalem.
     • Methods of promoting heritage in curriculum.
                                                                            As the women can only work on the cushion covers in
     • Leading Arab and international experiences in                        the evenings, each exquisite cover takes two months to
     educating heritage.                                                    embroider, featuring intricate patterns in an array of colours.
     Focus on Youth Basketball: NBA Global Ambassador                       The cushion covers sold at THE One represent the Ramallah,
                                                                            Hebron, Beir El-Sabe’ and Beit Lahem areas.
     and 18-year NBA veteran Dikembe Mutombo
     conducted a clinic on March 11th for 30 promising                      The proceeds go to Qalandia Camp Women’s Handicraft
     basketball players at the American International                       Cooperative which aims to raise the educational, social,
     School in Abu Dhabi. The clinic engaged boys and                       cultural, health and economic standards of women and
     girls aged 13-18 as they took part in drills focusing                  children in Palestine. This means that these cushion covers
     on basketball fundamentals and skill development,                      are so much more than just beautiful home accessories.
     while promoting fitness and the benefits of a healthy                    They are symbols of the hope that comes from opportunity
     lifestyle.                                                             and the preservation of Palestinian heritage. Go ahead buy
                                                                            some and make a difference in someone’s life today!



                Tempo’s
                EcoVote!                               HelpingHand
                                                            ng                                           (aka ‘the Rahma brigade’)

                                            “The Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) is a leading UK-based charity that
    On a missi                      works to help those that are blind and visually impaired. RNIB has launched several
                on to beco
    more envir              me     campaigns to help raise funds. ‘Save Stamps for Charity’ is a recycling campaign which
                onmentall
   responsib                y      recruits volunteers to collect used or new stamps, later sold for their value or weight.
              le, THE On          The great news is that foreign stamps are worth more which means the UAE’s diverse
  has introd              e
              uced 100%          population can really benefit this campaign.
  degradab                       We are recruiting volunteers to be Stamp Ambassadors by collecting stamps in their
             le plastic b
 in its Dub              ags     home and/or place of work or study. We are especially interested in hearing from
           ai, Sharjah
 Abu Dhab                and    teachers, students, and offices. If you are interested please email volunteerinabudhabi@g
            i Theatres.         mail.com with your 1) Name, 2) Mobile Number, 3) Email Address.
Kudos guy                      Next time you are opening an envelope, please take a few second of your time to save a
            s, every bit
counts!                        stamp, because it could help change a life.”

                                                                                 Viad Cares Volunteer in Abu Dhabi Team
 Making a Difference is a celebration of good people and good deeds. Please share with us your ideas, activities and community
 ‘public-good ‘ stories. Send them to editorial@abudhabitempo.com
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          helper
     DETERMIING
     YOUR SUIT SIZE
     Ever wonder why Hugh Jackman and George
     Clooney look amazingly handsome in their                                                                                                                                                                                            Abu Dhabi’s entry for New Seven
     designer suits while you can barely pull of stylish                                                                                                                                                                                 Wonders of Nature Bu Tinah Island
     in your most expensive branded formal wear? Like                                                                                                                                                                                    deserves your vote!
     any expert tailor will tell you: it’s all in the fitting.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         “Close your eyes and imagine a wonder of nature. Blue skies,
     Find the right size and you can go from being                                                                                                                                                                                       clean water, flamingos flying overhead, corals surviving
     dressed like a trussed-up turkey to dashingly and                                                                                                                                                                                   underwater, turtles nesting happily and mangroves growing
     ruggedly masculine in nanoseconds!                                                                                                                                                                                                  healthy. Now open your eyes and vote for Bu Tinah Island as a
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         wonder of nature”.

     Step 1: To determine your jacket size, wrap a tape                                                                                                                                                                                  The Environment Agency - Abu Dhabi is spreading this message
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         to encourage people to vote for Bu Tinah Island of Abu Dhabi.
     measure around your chest from under your arms,                                                                                                                                                                                     Part of the Marawah Biosphere Marine Reserve, the Bu Tinah
     making sure it crosses over your shoulder blades                                                                                                                                                                                    Island was recently shortlisted as one of the 28 finalists from a list
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         of 447 locations across 224 countries in the New Seven Wonders
     and the fullest part of your chest. Note down the                                                                                                                                                                                   of Nature campaign.
     measurement in inches, keeping the tape measure
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         The Island: Bu Tinah Island which lies 130 miles west of Abu
     loose and parallel to the floor.                                                                                                                                                                                                     Dhabi is a core area within the Marawah Marine Biosphere
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         Reserve, the region’s first and largest UNESCO-designated marine
     Step 2: In order to get a relative chest measurement,                                                                                                                                                                               biosphere reserve.
     measure over your arms and around your chest in                                                                                                                                                                                     Marine Life: It hosts a rich marine ecosystem that comprises a
     inches and subtract seven from the result. Compare this                                                                                                                                                                             dense mangrove forest, various endangered species and beautiful
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         coral reefs that have long survived difficult temperature and high
     number with your underarm chest measurement from
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         salinity. Various species of fishes, seabirds, endangered dolphin
     Step 1. The larger of the two measurements and is your                                                                                                                                                                              and sea turtles are found in large numbers in and around the
                                                                                                                                                       .Keep this information handy for your own good. Cut out and save it in a folder
                                                                     .Keep this information handy for your own good. Cut out and save it in a folder




     suit size. For example, if the larger measurement is 42                                                                                                                                                                             island which is also home to the second largest concentration of
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         endangered dugongs following Australia.
     inches, purchase a size 42 suit.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         The island is also used by many species of migratory birds,
     Step 3: Wrap the tape measure around your waist just                                                                                                                                                                                including great flamingos (locally known as Fanteer), Socotra
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         Cormorants and Ospreys, as a breeding site and stop-over point
     above the hipbones to determine correct trouser size.                                                                                                                                                                               during their migration from Central Asia to Africa.
     Make sure to stand up straight, and please do not suck
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         Three types of dolphins live in the waters of Bu Tinah including
     your stomach in! A snug, ill-fitting suit can be a greater                                                                                                                                                                           humpback, bottlenose and common dolphins which are widely
     tell-tale sign of your holiday weight gain!                                                                                                                                                                                         spotted around the island. In addition, it hosts a large number of
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         sea turtles including hawksbill turtles and green turtles which
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         come to breed on its coasts.
     Step 4: Now comes the tough part! Begin measuring
     for pant length from the top of the inner leg to the                                                                                                                                                                                Among other reasons to vote for the Bu Tinah Island are its
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         unique coral reefs which are able to survive amid the harsh
     bottom of the leg opening on your best fitting pair                                                                                                                                                                                  environment and high temperature, thus providing researchers
     of pants. For the inseam measurement, remember to                                                                                                                                                                                   with a rare opportunity to study them in the view of climate
     round the reading to the nearest half inch. If you do not                                                                                                                                                                           changes that adversely affect several biosphere reserves around
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         the world.
     have a suitable pair of pants to use as a benchmark,
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         To vote for Bu Tinah, choose one of the available options:
     measure from the top of your inner thigh to just below
     your ankle. Since suit trousers come in a variety of                                                                                                                                                                                1) Within the UAE: send an SMS with the word “BU TINAH” to the
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         number 3888. Each SMS costing AED 2.
     inseam lengths, if the inseam length you require is not
     available, you may have to visit your trusty tailor after all                                                                                                                                                                       2) Outside the UAE: call the 24-hour international hotline by
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         dialing +448 721 840007 or +442 033 470901 and selecting the
     to get your store-bought pants altered; we hear there                                                                                                                                                                               Bu Tinah nominee code 7705.
     are some great tailors on Electra and Hamdan Street, in
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         3) Visit the Bu Tinah Island website www.butinah.ae (Don’t for
     the Al Markaziyah area.                                                                                                                                                                                                             get to watch videos of the island, they are superb!)
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UTILIZING THE PARETO ANALYSIS


                                                            each change might generate. For example, if you are
 Pareto Analysis is a very simple                           trying to improve sales, your scoring technique will be in
                                                            accordance to the profit each change will bring. If you are
 technique that helps you identify the                      attempting to improve customer satisfaction, the number
 most important issues to address                           of complaints eliminated by each change will help you
                                                            gauge the improvement it will effect.
 and rectify without wasting time
                                                            Step 4: The change that scores the highest is the first
 and resources over less pertinent                          one you should undertake. This is the one that will reap
 problems hindering process efficiency.                      the largest benefits for your organization. Keep in mind,
                                                            you might be tempted to go ahead with changes which
 This can be particularly helpful in                        might seem more pressing but remember that these will
 the workplace as it can assist you in                      cost you more than they will benefit.

 making quick and effective changes                         Customer Service Centre Example:
 in situations where many possible                          System: A service center failing due to poor customer
                                                            service.
 courses of action are availabale and
 they compete for your attention.                           Changes that can be made based on customer
                                                            complaints:
                                                            · Staff training - 35 complaints
                                                            · Hiring more staff - 13 complaints
The basic idea behind the Pareto principle is that by       · Improving organization and communication system
making a 20% change to the method or system of work         (installing more phone lines, workstations etc) - 5
you can eliminate 80% of the issues plaguing the entire     complaints
task. So throughout the analysis you concentrate only on
the changes which will give you the biggest benefits.        By conducting the Pareto analysis on the above scenario,
                                                            the vast majority of problems (66%) can be solved
How to use the Pareto Analysis                              by training employees and improving their customer
Step1: This step requires that you make a list of all the   service skills. Next, the manager may want to increase
feasible changes that can be made to improve a system.      office workforce. However, if he had decided to install
Step 2: Group related changes together if your list         new phones and workstations as the first change then
seems long.                                                 it would have cost the organization a lot more without
                                                            providing much benefit.
Step 3: Score the changes on the basis of advantages




                                                                  Time Management Tip # 7*
                                                                  Cut down on external appointments. If you
                                                                  receive a lot of salespeople hawking their
                                                                  wares, ask them to send you profiles or their
                                                                  proposals by email so you have time to
                                                                  evaluate it before committing to a meeting.
                                                                  Do this only if you believe the visitor may be
                                                                  of value, and not as a pretext to avoid them.
                                                                  If you’re not interested, then you should be
                                                                  direct and honest in voicing this to the party
                                                                  that requested the meeting.

                                                                                              * Part 7 of a 12 issue series
                                                                                              *Part 7 of a 12 issue series

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Deep Breathing
                                                           KICKING          Tips on deep breathing
                                                                            • Exhale slowly so that you activate your ‘relaxation response’
                                                                            which calms your mind and relaxes tensed muscles.


                                                                            • Engage every part of your body when you breathe.
                                                                            Feel your breath fill your belly and chest. Arch your spine
                                                                            and back - stretch and feel the energy flow through you!
                                                                            (Caution: If you are seated on a swivel chair, be careful, it
                                                                            might overturn. Don’t ask us how we know...ehem.)


                                                                            • When you are nervous or frustrated, control your breathing
                                                                            first! Don’t take those ineffective quick short gasps like
                                                                            you’ve just run a thousand miles. Concentrate on your
                                                                            breathing – on every single breath; you will never be
                                                                            overwhelmed by emotions this way.



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     HEALTHBEAT                                                                 By Dr. Max Sawaf
     Common Lung Hazards
     During your lifetime, you inhale enough        or may not get heart attack or cancer,        temporary blocking of the small
     air to fill ten million balloons. Like          but they all get pulmonary disease. The       passages of the lungs, has many possible
     heating and air-conditioning, breathing        lung tissue is destroyed and is replaced      triggers and can be life-threatening.
     is something that we take for granted          by air balloons trapping air. Take a deep     4) Occupational Hazards: Substances
     when it is working. Here is a simple test      breath. Now hold your breath and              you breathe at work can cause lung
     to check your lungs: Climb two flights          start breathing from that point, never        trouble too. Workers, who are exposed
     of stairs without taking a break. If you       allowing the lung to completely deflate.       to occupational hazards in the air, dust
     experience extreme shortness of breath         That is how you would feel the rest of        like those from coal, silica, asbestos, raw
     or have to stop, it is a sign your lungs are   your life. There is no cure. Be honest with   cotton, and metal fumes, or chemical
     suffering at least some distress, even if      yourself; a chronic or so-called ‘smokers’    vapours, can develop lung disease.
     your heart is at fault. I recommend that       cough, shortness of breath and other
     you do this test once a month as a way         lung symptoms are not normal. Take            5) Viruses, Fungi and Bacteria: It is
     to periodically check your lungs and           action!                                       crucial to change the filter of your AC
     your heart.                                                                                  regularly and to clean the AC ducts once
                                                    2) “Shisha” smoking is increasingly           a year as moisture from dripping AC
     1) Cigarette Smoking: The major cause of       emerging as a significant health risk, due     condensation encourages the growth of
     COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary            to the sharing of the pipe with someone       mould which can then be carried to your
     Disease). The term pulmonary refers            with pulmonary tuberculosis or TB.            lungs creating allergies that later turn
     to the lungs. Long term smokers may            3) Triggers of Asthma: Asthma, the            into asthma.

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THE
                   B EAT                                      withAich
OPERA LOVERS - IL DIVO
An international pop group living the essence of the
word “international” With members from four different
                    .
countries – IL DIVO is the brainchild of extraordinaire
manager and reality TV star; Simon Cowell (they’re also
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My Style
                                                                                     Scarf: Just Cavali
      Tempo spots                                                                    (Dh 900)

      fashionable and
      smart dressers
      around the city.
                                                                                              Chain: Armani Exchange
                                Sunglasses: Ray Ban                                           (Dh 150)
                                          (Dh 980)
          SPOTTING...
                                                                                                    Shirt: Zara
        Name:                                                                                       (Dh 250)

        Shaf Raisi
        Age: 24

        Nationality:
        Emirati




       What do you do (work)?
                                                                                                          Belt: Lee Cooper
       Marketing Manager                                                                                  (Dh 60)


                                                                                                    Pants: Jeans West
       Your most valued                                                                             (Dh 170)
       fashion possessions?
       Ed Hardy jacket

       The One Thing I Regret
       Buying:
       Disel Jeans
       The One Thing I Dream
       of Buying:
       Classic Ford Mustang
                                                                                            OUR FASHION
        Style inspiration:                                                                  EXPERT SAYS:
        Music                           Shoes: Lee Cooper
                                        (Dh 120)                                           Possibly helped by that
                                                                                           ultra-artsy goatee and
        My Style Philosophy:                                                               those aviators, you have
        I go with the flow                                                                  managed to pull off the
        and I am what I am.                                                                skinny jeans and tight shirt
                                                                                           look (on a guy), without
                                                                                           looking any less manly.
                                                                                           That's a feat in itself, dude!



     Would you like to be featured on My Style Blueprint? If you do contact: 026673349, blueprint@abudhabitempo.com

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TrendSETTER
  Summer’s here and there is one more thing you need to do aside from buying bucket-loads of sunscreen.
  Can’t think of what? We have three words for you: stylish eye protection! Shades are the uber cool way to
  stand out in a bleached summer crowd (since most people wear white and all!). Choose the right ones and
  your pumped up ‘ttude will blaze a trail through stunned crowds. Choose the wrong ones and… people will
  point and laugh. Your choice really!


                                                                                        For Her
                                                                                        Dior
                                                                                        Copacabana
                                                                                        sunglasses




     For Her
     Chanel Retro
     glasses with
     black acetate
                                                                                For Her
                                                                                Dior Glossy
                                                                                sunglasses



       For Her
Juicy Couture
      Almond
       brown
   sunglasses
                                                                                           For Her
                                                                                           Ed Hardy
                                                                                           Death
                                                                                           or Glory
                                                                                           sunglasses




             For Him
            Ray Ban                                                              For Him
      Outdoorsman II
  rainbow sunglasses                                                             Tom Ford Black
                                                                                 Gold Sun Glasses


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On
                                           By Rantan Rave                    Arablish
                                  Sweet & Sickly
                                                                             Corporate Liguistics
                                                                             Certain international brands ‘transfer’
                                                                             well into Arabic while others are
                                                                             linguistic disasters. If you are in corporate
     My rant is about juice: why does packaged juice have to be so           communications and are looking for a name
     sickly sweet?                                                           that crosses over into Arabic, keep a few
                                                                             guidelines in mind.
     You may think it's not a big deal, but it is considering that a large
     portion of people in the UAE have diabetes and a growing number         The most obvious one is to stay away
     is at serious risk. It is an exasperating disease because it catches    from any word in English that has a ‘g’ or ‘j’
     kids while they’re young, and unless you have superhuman                sound. The reason is twofold: in classically
     discipline (which most adults don’t even have) it is a tough battle!    pronounced Arabic there is no soft ‘g’ (as in
                                                                             ‘gate’)—just ‘j’, and the second is that the
     The problem is that most people think packaged juice is good            soft ‘g’ can be pronounced in three different
     for you. Fresh juice is good for you-- with no sugar added (and         ways depending on your dialect. ‘Jeep’ can
     hopefully consumed immediately after preparation). But most             be pronounced ‘geep’ in places like Cairo
     commercially bought juice --and that's even those that are fortified     or Aden. If ‘Jeep’ was pronounced in the
     with vitamins--are loaded with tons of sugar.                           traditional Emirati or Hadrami dialect it
                                                                             would be “yeep.” The soft ‘g’ is also a bit of a
     There are a few brands of juice that don't have much sugar added.       challenge. Your choices in Arabic is to either
     But we don't see enough of these fine brands in UAE supermarkets.        use “jeem” or the “ghayn” in Arabic—which
     Most of the brands we do have here, whether they are apple,             means that the “Guggenheim” could either
     orange, strawberry, passion fruit, guava, peach, and pear etc, have     sound like “jujenhaym” (or ‘yuyunheim
     high fructose nectar and concentrates bases that are far too sweet,     in traditional Emirati/ Hadrami) or it can
     even if they claim 'no sugar added.' Best way to check those labels     be written with the ‘ghayn’ to sound like
     (assuming they don't lie), and keep in mind that one teaspoon of        ‘ghughunheim’.
     granulated white sugar is equal to about 4.2 grams. That means
     that a cola or juice with 44 grams of sugar is equal to 10 teaspoons
                                                                             Other examples of the ‘g’ or ‘j’ words…there's
     of sugar, and one with 35gms of sugar has eight teaspoons of
                                                                             Gant which can sound like ‘jant’ or ‘ghant’,
     sugar!
                                                                             and Gloria Jean’s which can either be written
     That means that a kid who takes a juice in his lunchbox in the          as “ghloria jeens,” or “jloria geenz,’ while
     morning, consumes one with lunch, and another at dinner time,           Galleries Lafayette would be pronounced
     has already joined the queue to becoming a diabetic. And here we        “jalleri lafayet” or”ghaleri lafayet.”
     haven't even touched on all the other fatty, sugary foods that are
     also consumed in the span of a day.                                     I would suggest you steer clear away from
                                                                             the letter ‘p’ because it doesn’t exist in
     And the tragedy in all this? Juice doesn’t need to have so much         Arabic. There is only ‘b’ in Arabic. Yes, the use
     sugar to make it consumable, or ‘buyable’. Because sugar is an          of two more dots under the ‘ba’ is used to
     acquired taste (you can calibrate your taste buds with time to          denote ‘p’ but is not widely used in all Arab
     want more of it, or less of it), consumers are continuously adjusting   countries. This means that Popeye, it is often
     their palettes to appreciate rising levels of sugar. So here’s the      pronounced ‘bobeye’ in Arabic, “Paul” is ‘baul’
     idea: how about we reverse the process, and start lowering sugar        (which is unfortunate because that also
     content gradually until the point that juice (and other foods) can      means urine in Arabic), Prada is ‘brada’ and
     be appreciated without so much sugar.                                   “Parker pens” is “barker bens.”

     So a call to all juice manufacturers: please consider reducing sugar    Had any linguistic (mis)adventures lately?
     content. Hopefully if it affects your business it will be temporary,    Do you have questions or comments? Send
     and over time you will add new customers as well. We need               them to:
     to work together with responsibility, and caring, to bring up a
     healthier young generation. Plainly speaking, it’s just the right       arablish@abudhabitempo.com
     thing to do!

     Send in your comments to editorial@abudhabitempo.com

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  • 4. YourSay Dear Tempo, Last month’s Arablish was spot on! Even though I’m not from an Arab background but having lived in UAE all my life has helped fine tune my senses to the variation in dialects of different Middle Easterners. Filmmakers in the west should take heed of their apparent loopholes in character development. The Peacemaker was another movie full of linguistic errors. George Clooney was wrongly cast in that role! But that’s another story. RAISING THE BAR Heena Majid Education: Teachers who focus on real-life communications skills hold the key to raising standards Dear Tempo, of English in the Emirates, according to a department of Cambridge University. The Al Afaq Model School in Abu I must tell you, as a student, I found AD Tempo Dhabi is one example of how student-centered learning extremely attractive. The layout is young and bright, is successfully working in the region. The girls school and I love the stories you feature, which happen adopted tests for young learners set by Cambridge to to be so UNIQUE! I have never seen something raise the learning level of their students in March 2005 like PeopleMeter, and Making a Difference is very and as a result has been able to measure the progress relevant. I really, really enjoyed Carine Bruyninckx’s of its students and adjust the language programme story in My Abu Dhabi. Who knew that our own Abu accordingly. Dhabi could be home to such a fairytale? I have to Photography: Emirates Photography Competition (EPC) admit, when I saw the magazine as I was leaving my under the patronage of the International Federation of local mall yesterday, I saw a pile of something glossy Photographic Art (FIAP), has rece0ntly announced that the and bright, and the avid reader that I am (I’ll read the last date to submit entries for their fifth season is April 15. labels on toiletries when I visit someone’s bathroom!), Photographers and those interested to participate in I had to pick it up, yet I had a feeling it might be one the competition must register online. The competition of those shiny, non-substance city guides. But I was website provides comprehensive information and details wrong, thank God! It is one lovely little magazine, and on the competition in four languages; Arabic, English, I have yet to see your website, which I will visit today- French and German. For registration and further details, worry not! please visit EIP website: www.ephotoc.com Young Archaeologist Initiative: The Historic Sana Farooqui Environment Department launched an educational Dear Tempo, awareness program for primary schools pupils in Al Ain, to educate them about the principles of archeology. I’ve attended many of the ‘free’ events on the Corniche, and I am astounded by how event organisers continue The program teaches the students practical applications of archaeological exploration in an artificial field and it to misunderstand their viewing public. Case in point imparts an understanding of the various stages of an the Red Bull concert held on the Corniche in late archeological process and the types and functions of March: the main act was Lebanese singer Ragheb all the relevant tools used in such operations. Pupils are Alama--who is a mainstream Arabic music performer- then taught how to make practical explorations. Sounds -and the opening act was an Emirati hip hop group, exciting, doesn’t it? Over the past weeks, Al Ain National Desert Heat. They were both good acts, but for entirely Museum has received a large number of school pupils, different audiences! Desert Heat were great with the and the program will continue to run till mid-April 2010. whole urban street dance routine for the younger So enroll young ones in the program and give them the opportunity to explore… or rather, poke and prod to crowd, and an older crowd ( some left tired by the their heart’s content. Hey, at least it will keep them out of din and some stuck around) for Ragheb Alama. Next your closets and re-direct the energizer bunnies towards time, guys, remember that the ‘opening act’ should something constructive and fascinating. be a smooth introduction for the main act. Randa A 4 Tempo March 2010
  • 5. RAGS ANDRICHES By now most of you know that J.C. Rags has opened a flagship store in Marina Mall. Their spring-summer 2010 collection is an interesting combination of colours, textures and a dapper urban look. Okay let’s get the obvious out of the way, the designer clothing and accessories are pricy. How much can it cost to re-create a raw urban look you might ask? We are no design experts but we’ve been told that the ‘look’ has to be a cut above the rest. So everything from accessories to apparel has been designed keeping the new summer palette in mind. One thing is for sure, you can dress funky, hip and trendy without looking like you’ve been trying too hard! That’s one promise J.C. Rags definitely lives up to. PHOTO-SHOP?!?! Do you think a shopping mall is just another place to splurge? Think again! The ground floor of Khalidiyah Mall will be transformed into an art gallery for a photography exhibition running from April 1 to April 10 with contributions from talented photographers: Abdullah Al Ghurair, Abdullah Al Marzouqi, Abdulrahman Belhaik, Heba Al Mardood, Mariam Al TEATIME! TIME! Mazroui, Moza Alfalasi and Nadra Badri. Check it out guys! Shop for new Alokozay Tea flavours This year, the Gulf Food Festival 2010 witnessed the re-launch of Alokozay Tea. A large crowd of consumers and traders gathered to taste the tempting new flavours added to the already popular line-up of refreshing tea varieties. “Visitors were very eager to sample the varieties of teas. Besides the brand’s already popular black and green tea, our new flavors like peach, mint and lemon as well as herbal infusions like camomile were popular choices with visitors.” said Ms. Tara , Doddihal, Marketing Manager of Alokozay International Ltd. As far as promotional activities go, Alokozay created quite a buzz with its sampling, give-aways and exciting daily competitions. The competitions were hosted by Alokozay’s Emcee, Ahmed Faraj Salahat who stopped the passing crowd dead in their tracks with unique beat boxing performances. Competition winners walked away with exclusive Alokozay gift hampers that consisted of electronic items and a range of company products such as dates, oil, tissues and of course, tea! Distribution of the fresh new packs to existing markets has begun last month. Try out the peach flavour, it’s mind boggling and quite frankly addictive; i.e., if you don’t mind your tea tasting like peaches. www.abudhabitempo.com 5
  • 6. What's Hot Adam Henein’s visit to the Egyptian Museum in Cairo fueled his desire to become a sculptor with an uncanny perception of nature and its forms. They say if you immerse yourself in his craft, it becomes increasingly impossible to distinguish what was shaped by nature from that which was transformed by his human hands. in Abu Dhabi Other highlights of the Abu Dhabi Festival 2010 include performances by The National Polish Radio Symphony Orchestra under the direction of one of the leading composers of the 20th century, Krzysztof Penderecki; piano recitals by two young virtuosos, Nobuyuki Tsujii MIDDLE EASTERN and Yundi Li; the first full opera presented at the Festival – La Boheme performed by the Puccini Festival ARTWORK AT Orchestra; ‘A Night at the Ballet’ with dancers from the ABU DHABI FESTIVAL 2010 Bolshoi, Mariinsky and American Ballet Theatres; the jazz legend Wynton Marsalis; an outdoor concert with Il 20 Mar - 7 Apr, Emirates Palace Divo; multimedia performance Pictures Reframed; Oud virtuoso Naseer Shamma; and the London Symphony Orchestra conducted by Maestros Sir Colin Davis and The visual arts exhibition at this year’s Abu Dhabi Kristjan Jarvi. More on our website: Festival just got more interesting. An announcement www.abudhabitempo.com on March 10 revealed the names of two of the most Download a complete list of April Events from 1 - 15 April distinguished living masters of Middle Eastern art on our webpage who will be displaying their work in a joint exhibition. Sculptors Parviz Tanavoli (Egypt) and Adam Henein (Iran) will unite for the first time to unleash the magestic beauty of Arabian art forms on local audiences in the capital. Parviz Tanavoli is undoubtedly one of Iran’s foremost artists whose untiring dedication to art and constant pursuit of enlightenment through it lead him to set-up the Saqqakhaneh School (a neo- traditional style of art which finds its roots in Iranian folk art and culture). 6 Tempo March 2010
  • 7. t s Marina Circui 16 – 17 Apr, Ya of world’s mos t s, twenty-four re rs, twelve team r drivers from Six manufactu ading sports ca d forty-eight le the launch icon ic sports cars an continents with ld will be ra cing on four t stop is around the wor ar. Their first pi onship this ye World Champi certai n; it will be an of the FIA GT1 t. One thing is s Marina Circui Ab u Dhabi’s F1 Ya ! ce to the finish exhilarating ra d e most iconic an ill be some of th g Aston Headlin ing the event w rers in the world includin orts car manufactu issan . Want revolutional sp Maserati and N , Lamborghini, ...the Martin , Corvette, Ford hold on to your seats guys spec ific? Okay but ni M urciélago us to be more GT, Lamborghi rvette Z06, Ford r top Aston Martin DB9, Co R are al l competing fo MC 12 and Nissan GT- hich car...err RS-V, Maserati r yourselves w t and decide fo spot. At tend the even vourite! team is your fa UFC 112 THE INVINCIBLES ARE HERE IN TOWN! Apr 10, Ferrari World, Yas Island The Ultimate Fighting Championship is ready to pack Of course the fan favourite fight of the day will be BJ a punch this season as former Abu Dhabi Combat Penn vs. Frankie Edgar. For those of you who enjoy Club Champion (2007), Demian Maia returns to the a good fight, all blood and guts; or even if you are capital to challenge UFC Middleweight Champion, those who enjoyed watching Brad Pitt’s Fight Club Anderson Silva in a fight which will be televised live to with loads of popcorn, watch BJ Pen in action! This the world as a pay-per-view event. UFC is the world’s American mixed martial artsist and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu leading professional mixed martial arts organization (BJJ) practitioner is currently the Ultimate Fighting and offers the premier series of MMA sports events. Championship (UFC) Lightweight Champion. In As the first ever UFC outdoor fight, taking place on a 2000, he became the first American-born winner of custom-built stadium outside Ferrari World, Maia is the World Jiu-Jitsu Championship in the black-belt looking forward to the much talked about night: “As category. ‘Pitt-ed’ (hey it’s not us, the term just keeps someone who has trained in jiu-jitsu all my life, and a coming up!) against him is Frankie aka James Edgar, a former Abu Dhabi Combat Club Champion, I am very fiery master of his craft with a purple belt in BJJ. much looking forward to returning to Abu Dhabi to We know the guys won’t miss this one and as for the fight in UFC® 112.” girls, do go watch ladies, you might get some helpful self-defense tips! www.abudhabitempo.com 7
  • 8. SIR TOM MOVIE JONES IN ABU DHABI WATCH 16 Apr, ADNEC Clash of the Titans Releasing April 2: Sam Worthington is Welsh superstar; the man with the velvet moves; power joined by Liam Neeson and Ralph Fiennes performer; and legendary singer, who else can we be talking for the ultimate struggle for power which about but Sir Tom Jones? Performing for the first time in Abu pits men against Al-Mighty beings. Perseus (Sam Worthington) is unable to save his Dhabi Sir Tom Jones will sing his most popular and loved family from Hades (Ralph Fiennes), ruler songs such as ‘Delilah’, ‘She’s a Lady’ and ‘It’s Not Unusual’ as of the underworld. He then sets off on well as numerous other foot-thumping, chart-busting hits. a perilous journey deep into forbidden worlds. Battling unholy demons and With a career spanning over forty five years, this Welsh singer formidable beasts. His survival depends on is definitely one of the world’s most commercially successful whether he can accept his powers, defy his and critically acclaimed artists. We have danced to the tunes fate and create his own destiny. of his numerous successful collaborations with the likes of Tina Turner, The Stereophonics and Luciano Pavarotti to The Joneses name a few. Singer, an electric performer, a musical legend; a Releasing April 16: Who hasn’t heard of the phrase, ‘keeping up with the Joneses’? This man who has paved the way and influenced many modern movie is a social satire about a seemingly artists like Amy Winehouse, Mark Ronson and Duffy amongst perfect family which moves into a suburban others. neighbourhood. They are envied by everyone but the truth about why they Tom Jones Live in Abu Dhabi is an all-seated concert. Tickets relocated is a far cry from their apparent have gone on sale since March 22nd and fans will surely be perfection. David Duchovny, Demi Moore, Amber Heard and Gary Cole star in the film. flocking to see the legendary crooner belt out his popular and memorable songs in the capital! Kick-Ass Releasing April 16: Starring Nicolas Cage, Aaron Johnson, Christopher Mintz-Plasse and Mark Strong, Kick-Ass tells the story A Bird’s Eye View?!? of average teenager Dave Lizewski (Aaron Johnson), a comic-book fanboy who decides to take his obsession as inspiration Mar 29 - Apr 28, Salwa Ziedan Gallery to become a real-life superhero. There’s only one problem standing in his way: he has Abu Dhabi – March 29th – The Salwa Zeidan Gallery absolutely no superpowers! launched the first exhibition for French artist Bo Tasle d’Heliand under the patronage of His Excellency Alain Death at a Funeral Azouaou the Ambassador of France. Releasing April 23: Starring Chris Rock, the movie is based on 2007 comedy about a The one-month-long exhibit features more than 15 hilarious day in the life of a family that has works made with China ink and flour glue on recycled come together to put a beloved family member to rest. As mourners gather at the paper as part of his latest series entitled “Birds Eye family home, shocking revelations, festering Vision Inside-Out” The gallery will also show some of . resentments, ugly threats, blackmail and a misdirected corpse unleash lethal and his latest sculptures using metal and paper material. riotous mayhem. This is a must watch! This work is a continuation of the last artistic work made in Africa where Bo had used the “eagle eye A Nightmare on Elm Street vision” for the first time. In this series the artist use Releasing April 30: Director Samuel Bayer various pictorial traditions to create a new form of recreates the gruesome world of Freddy representation with the human condition still in the Krueger. Hollywood gurus call the movie a re-imagining of the popular 1984 horror focal point of his research. classic. Rooney Mara, Kyle Gallner, and Thomas Dekker, play teenagers who are “The “eagle eyes vision” remains as this series conveys stalked by Freddy Krueger, a horribly trials of an eagle’s scrutiny of the artist from the disfigured killer who hunts them in their dreams. As long as they stay awake, they superposition of sky views, in essence, representing can protect one another...but when they omnipotence of vision,” explains Bo, “One can consider sleep, there is no escape. the work as a self-portrait through the intermediary of a bird.” 8 Tempo March 2010
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  • 10. MyABU DHABI T: We think it’s fabulous that sculptures art becomes a part of one’s daily life from the symposium shall be can we truly get influenced by it. This permanently placed outdoors for the also mandates that we be extremely public to appreciate and enjoy. Was the selective with regard to the type of art idea opposed initially? How important we chose so that the influence be of a was it for you to gain approval for positive and joyful nature. placement of the artwork outside? T: What does Salwa Zeidan look for in SZ: The Municipality was the first ‘good art’? strategic partner to see the importance of this initiative and immediately SZ: It is a very simple answer: good adopted a very positive way of helping art makes you feel good and makes you wonder how it came about and us into bringing it about, they did an speaks to yourself. It touches your excellent job and helped a lot in many thoughts and questions the minds, it ways that were otherwise impossible should be very well done and have a to achieve. They own the public curtain vision or idea. It has to be strong This month, Tempo sat down for space so their participation in ADISS enough to stop you and tell you a story. a tete-e-tete with Salwa Zeidan is extremely important and they did Encountering good art has to be a - Creative Director of Abu Dhabi deliver their part in such a professional pleasant experience for both the eye International Sculpture Symposium, way. Even artists were impressed with and the mind. entrepreneur, homemaker, visionary, the high level of organization on the T: On a more personal note, as a and innovator. site. The Municipality did a wonderful modern-day Lebanese professional Tempo: Tell us a little bit about job in developing the site and helper’s businesswoman, how do you manage yourself. Who is the lady behind the accommodation in such short period time between family, friends and title of Creative Director of ADISS and of time. work? how did you get started in this field? T: On what criterion were 17 renowned SZ:To tell you the truth, art takes you Salwa Zeidan: Well... I started as an artists from all over the world chosen? away from many things including artist 25 years ago. I have been living Were you personally involved in their friends and family. It is time consuming, here, in Abu Dhabi since many years! selection? and it needs a lot of attention, Indeed, I was the first one to open an otherwise it won’t be interesting art. My SZ: Before we answer this question we art gallery in Abu Dhabi in 1994. Five life as an artist has been hard, because years before that I used to organize art have to know that symposium sculptors I’m married and I have family that needs exhibitions in hotels. are different than other sculptors, in lots of attention. To be able to be good many ways. To start a sculpture from at both levels, I had to ask too much of I love this city and I respect its people scratch and finish it in one month is a myself, and this has been the difficult as I believe that what they are doing great responsibility that many artists part. I don’t want to compromise one now is amazing and surprising at times simply do not take on. And so, we are or the other. My route to becoming a where the whole world is going into left with few of them that have the successful artist was rather a herculean coma (artistically). I want to develop the art scene by introducing something standard we are looking for. One major task, but it was great experience on all that doesn’t exist, which is public criteria was that each participant levels that eventually got me to be who sculpture. I have lots of knowledge has to have taken part in at least 7 I am today, and that is why I feel I have about art and sculpture, and through international symposiums with non- truly earned the titled to be the director my international relations with artists figurative sculptures. We tried to select of this symposium. and sculptors I was able to direct this a diverse group of artists from various T: What is your message to struggling symposium in the best way possible. corners of the globe and managed to artists in Abu Dhabi? T: Why in your opinion, is an event secure a list from some of the major SZ: Transform the struggles into like ADISS necessary at this point countries. By the time we complete the positive energy that will help you grow in time during Abu Dhabi’s cultural five to ten year contract, we will surely and evolve, follow your hearts and development? have worked in artists from every single intuition all the way, be perseverant to country in the world! overcome all the difficulties that come SZ: Public art is part of the development itself. Abu Dhabi lacks your way and see the difficulties as the We will definitely influence the this important element called public source of determination to get to their region with all these sculptures that sculptures. I was lucky to come up and highest potentials. That is the only way will be placed all over the city, as we to do great things. introduce ADISS to Sheikh Nahyan and are looking at placing sculptures Zayed University. They were the right in locations where the public can You have to recognize that you are people who knew its importance and walk around them, enjoy them and lucky to be living in a vibrant city where acted on it immediately. interact with them. Only when public many people dream to live today. 10 Tempo March 2010
  • 11. ���� EMIRATI CUISINE Where tradition meets flavour! So you’ve seen the camels; taken a dhow trip along the Corniche and you’ve even experienced the quintessential desert safari. ‘What else there?’ you might ask. Well, how about treating your taste buds to some authentic Emirati food? Nope, the Shawarma doesn’t qualify; you really need to dig into some delicious ‘hareesa’ and for those of you with a sweet tooth, ‘aseedat’ is a must try custard. But where? Al Dhafra restaurant near the Mina fish market is an Emirati eatery which offers both ala carte and buffet dining (175/per person without sea food). Freshly baked local bread like Mahala, Khameer and Gabab is served with Saloona, a Bedouin dish resembling a stew made from lamb, vegetables and beans. Another must- EASTER FAMILY try is the Hareesa. This is a popular local dish; mainly thick porridge made from a tasty batter of finely minced lamb, butter and white wheat. For sea-food junkies, local sea food like fishes, lobsters and squids from the Arabian Gulf are also available. Whereas the BUFFET IN TOWN! Biryani samak would make a delicious meal too! Rice On 3rd April, Assyemtri and fish cooked in Arabian spices will give you a taste - the contemporary international dining out let - is inviting families to of the original Emirati staple diet. For desserts you come and enjoy an Easter family brunch priced at could try the ‘khabeesa’, a sweet dish made of flour, AED 130 (including soft beverages) and AED 160 nuts and cream. Of course there are other magical (including house bevera ges). There will be a big ingredients which make it mind-numbingly sweet but buffet to suit all ages and tastes as well as childre the cook wouldn’t divulge his secret recipe! Maybe you activities such as an egg n’s hunt and face painting. can taste it and tell us what else is in there that makes So what are you waiting for? Ask the little tots to it so delightfully rich in taste and very filling. choose their fave anima l, dress them according remember to click lots of ly and pictures while you enjoy Another restaurant which prides itself on delivering your Easter family brunch ! the ultimate Emirati dining experience is Al Asalah restaurant in Heritage Village near Marina Mall. The manager, Mr. Zahir will gladly make reservations for large gatherings and is quite well versed with the vast menu. The restaurant offers different Emirati specials every evening! So while today you might be munching the ‘matrooba’, vegetable and minced meat dish; tomorrow’s special may include the ‘sareed’ fish with boiled rice and vegetables. Don’t miss out on the local dining experience. There is more to Abu Dhabi then just Shawarmas and Falafel wraps you know. www.abudhabitempo.com 11
  • 12. PEOPLE METER People Meter is an offbeat way to learn more about our community and its people, who come from Meet different backgrounds, cultures and walks of life. YO YOUR NEIGHBOUR Mohammed Al Disougi Mohammed Al Disougi is an Abu Dhabi born resident who studies here and plans to make a life for himself in this country… “My name is Mohammed Al Disougi but friends call me Hamoodie. I'm 16 years old. I was born in Abu Dhabi but originally I'm from Khartoum, Sudan. My Omar Moudni Christina J. Hebert father got a better job, so we came to UAE. Since I Moroccan American was raised here, I think it’s best to finish university Hospitality Teacher education from Abu Dhabi. Then I plan to look for a job and stay in the capital permanently. What first word comes to your mind when I say: “I have lot of dreams that I want to accomplish in this life time. When I was young, I wanted to Actor Michael Scofield Actor Bond become a basketball player. I still like the game but Calendar 2010 Calendar New it's more of a recreation now. The profession of law Books Quran Books Knowing attracts me these days because it’s a well paid job Rain Home Rain Mist and I will probably get to help people and bring Sky Marine some peace to their unsettled lives. My goal in life is Blue Blue to get a proper education first and then lend a hand Room 34 Room Space to those who are suffering. I want to be one of the Cotton T shirt Cotton Fresh revered intellectuals in whichever field I choose. Mind Never mind Mind Free Sense Fear Sense Touch “The lifestyle in Abu Dhabi is very entertaining. Colour Red Colour Fuchsia It's conservative but then again, it’s fun! People Soft Hair Soft Skin have the right to express themselves within the Lock Jail Lock Iron boundaries of the law. I wouldn't change anything Cars Guests Cars Sleek because I'm satisfied with my life here. “To people who come here from abroad, QuickQuestions I recommend that they should go to see Emirates Palace and the sandy beaches of Abu Dhabi. If they wish to have some fun, they can visit the numerous clubs and Marina Mall. 1) What is your idea of a 2) If you could be one dream vacation? superhero, who would you “I think that everybody should try different things in Omar: I like my vacation to be be and why? their life and travel to different places in the world. in the summer season because Omar: Umm… no idea really! Like here in Abu Dhabi, you get the opportunity to then I can go to the beach and I wouldn’t want to be anyone learn so much about Arabian culture and lifestyle enjoy! Once there, I can go else! through interacting with many people, sometimes for some swimming too.Also, they are complete strangers but you can learn so Christina: Elektra, because during night time, I can relax she is swift, powerful, a deadly much from them. This is how some of the myths with my close friends on the assassin, a force for good, a foe about Middle Eastern countries can get shattered, golden sand. to be reckoned with, a loyal like the fact that people think that they are too Christina: Sun, sea, sand, friend, and a goddess draped strict. That’s so not true! My message to such people sleeping late, feasting, dancing, in red silk. is to come here and judge for yourself.” and being in love. 12 Tempo March 2010
  • 13. Making a Each of us can in his, or her, own way make a difference in our world. Sometimes this can be a simple gesture, and sometimes it is a kind word. This page is dedicated to the hero that resides in each and every one of us, and to the sharing of great news that will make our planet a better place for us all. Abu Dhabi Visitor’s Survey HANDMADE Results:Some 60% of international Results: visitor arrivals in Abu Dhabi are guests making their first trip to the emirate, according to an Abu Dhabi CUSHIONS Tourism Authority (ADTA) survey, and 87% would consider returning. “The survey is delivering crucial insights into key inbound tourism drivers. One of the most important results was that 86% enjoyed their stay rating their overall experience as very good or excellent, a massive 92% said they would definitely, or probably, recommend Abu Dhabi to others.” said Lawrence Franklin, Strategy & Policy Director, ADTA. Here is your chance to contribute towards helping Future Vision: The Fourth International Heritage Palestinian women in their efforts to better their Symposium from 29 March to April 1 aims to discuss situation. THE One has joined forces with Qalandia Camp the relationship between heritage and education. Women’s Handicraft Cooperative - a non-profit and non- Twenty working papers will be delivered in the governmental organization, to bring you cushion covers, symposium with key focus on: lovingly hand-embroidered by Palestinian women in the Qalandia Refugee Camp on the outskirts of Jerusalem. • Methods of promoting heritage in curriculum. As the women can only work on the cushion covers in • Leading Arab and international experiences in the evenings, each exquisite cover takes two months to educating heritage. embroider, featuring intricate patterns in an array of colours. Focus on Youth Basketball: NBA Global Ambassador The cushion covers sold at THE One represent the Ramallah, Hebron, Beir El-Sabe’ and Beit Lahem areas. and 18-year NBA veteran Dikembe Mutombo conducted a clinic on March 11th for 30 promising The proceeds go to Qalandia Camp Women’s Handicraft basketball players at the American International Cooperative which aims to raise the educational, social, School in Abu Dhabi. The clinic engaged boys and cultural, health and economic standards of women and girls aged 13-18 as they took part in drills focusing children in Palestine. This means that these cushion covers on basketball fundamentals and skill development, are so much more than just beautiful home accessories. while promoting fitness and the benefits of a healthy They are symbols of the hope that comes from opportunity lifestyle. and the preservation of Palestinian heritage. Go ahead buy some and make a difference in someone’s life today! Tempo’s EcoVote! HelpingHand ng (aka ‘the Rahma brigade’) “The Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) is a leading UK-based charity that On a missi works to help those that are blind and visually impaired. RNIB has launched several on to beco more envir me campaigns to help raise funds. ‘Save Stamps for Charity’ is a recycling campaign which onmentall responsib y recruits volunteers to collect used or new stamps, later sold for their value or weight. le, THE On The great news is that foreign stamps are worth more which means the UAE’s diverse has introd e uced 100% population can really benefit this campaign. degradab We are recruiting volunteers to be Stamp Ambassadors by collecting stamps in their le plastic b in its Dub ags home and/or place of work or study. We are especially interested in hearing from ai, Sharjah Abu Dhab and teachers, students, and offices. If you are interested please email volunteerinabudhabi@g i Theatres. mail.com with your 1) Name, 2) Mobile Number, 3) Email Address. Kudos guy Next time you are opening an envelope, please take a few second of your time to save a s, every bit counts! stamp, because it could help change a life.” Viad Cares Volunteer in Abu Dhabi Team Making a Difference is a celebration of good people and good deeds. Please share with us your ideas, activities and community ‘public-good ‘ stories. Send them to editorial@abudhabitempo.com www.abudhabitempo.com 13
  • 14. handyhelper helper DETERMIING YOUR SUIT SIZE Ever wonder why Hugh Jackman and George Clooney look amazingly handsome in their Abu Dhabi’s entry for New Seven designer suits while you can barely pull of stylish Wonders of Nature Bu Tinah Island in your most expensive branded formal wear? Like deserves your vote! any expert tailor will tell you: it’s all in the fitting. “Close your eyes and imagine a wonder of nature. Blue skies, Find the right size and you can go from being clean water, flamingos flying overhead, corals surviving dressed like a trussed-up turkey to dashingly and underwater, turtles nesting happily and mangroves growing ruggedly masculine in nanoseconds! healthy. Now open your eyes and vote for Bu Tinah Island as a wonder of nature”. Step 1: To determine your jacket size, wrap a tape The Environment Agency - Abu Dhabi is spreading this message to encourage people to vote for Bu Tinah Island of Abu Dhabi. measure around your chest from under your arms, Part of the Marawah Biosphere Marine Reserve, the Bu Tinah making sure it crosses over your shoulder blades Island was recently shortlisted as one of the 28 finalists from a list of 447 locations across 224 countries in the New Seven Wonders and the fullest part of your chest. Note down the of Nature campaign. measurement in inches, keeping the tape measure The Island: Bu Tinah Island which lies 130 miles west of Abu loose and parallel to the floor. Dhabi is a core area within the Marawah Marine Biosphere Reserve, the region’s first and largest UNESCO-designated marine Step 2: In order to get a relative chest measurement, biosphere reserve. measure over your arms and around your chest in Marine Life: It hosts a rich marine ecosystem that comprises a inches and subtract seven from the result. Compare this dense mangrove forest, various endangered species and beautiful coral reefs that have long survived difficult temperature and high number with your underarm chest measurement from salinity. Various species of fishes, seabirds, endangered dolphin Step 1. The larger of the two measurements and is your and sea turtles are found in large numbers in and around the .Keep this information handy for your own good. Cut out and save it in a folder .Keep this information handy for your own good. Cut out and save it in a folder suit size. For example, if the larger measurement is 42 island which is also home to the second largest concentration of endangered dugongs following Australia. inches, purchase a size 42 suit. The island is also used by many species of migratory birds, Step 3: Wrap the tape measure around your waist just including great flamingos (locally known as Fanteer), Socotra Cormorants and Ospreys, as a breeding site and stop-over point above the hipbones to determine correct trouser size. during their migration from Central Asia to Africa. Make sure to stand up straight, and please do not suck Three types of dolphins live in the waters of Bu Tinah including your stomach in! A snug, ill-fitting suit can be a greater humpback, bottlenose and common dolphins which are widely tell-tale sign of your holiday weight gain! spotted around the island. In addition, it hosts a large number of sea turtles including hawksbill turtles and green turtles which come to breed on its coasts. Step 4: Now comes the tough part! Begin measuring for pant length from the top of the inner leg to the Among other reasons to vote for the Bu Tinah Island are its unique coral reefs which are able to survive amid the harsh bottom of the leg opening on your best fitting pair environment and high temperature, thus providing researchers of pants. For the inseam measurement, remember to with a rare opportunity to study them in the view of climate round the reading to the nearest half inch. If you do not changes that adversely affect several biosphere reserves around the world. have a suitable pair of pants to use as a benchmark, To vote for Bu Tinah, choose one of the available options: measure from the top of your inner thigh to just below your ankle. Since suit trousers come in a variety of 1) Within the UAE: send an SMS with the word “BU TINAH” to the number 3888. Each SMS costing AED 2. inseam lengths, if the inseam length you require is not available, you may have to visit your trusty tailor after all 2) Outside the UAE: call the 24-hour international hotline by dialing +448 721 840007 or +442 033 470901 and selecting the to get your store-bought pants altered; we hear there Bu Tinah nominee code 7705. are some great tailors on Electra and Hamdan Street, in 3) Visit the Bu Tinah Island website www.butinah.ae (Don’t for the Al Markaziyah area. get to watch videos of the island, they are superb!) 14 14 Tempo March 2010
  • 15. UTILIZING THE PARETO ANALYSIS each change might generate. For example, if you are Pareto Analysis is a very simple trying to improve sales, your scoring technique will be in accordance to the profit each change will bring. If you are technique that helps you identify the attempting to improve customer satisfaction, the number most important issues to address of complaints eliminated by each change will help you gauge the improvement it will effect. and rectify without wasting time Step 4: The change that scores the highest is the first and resources over less pertinent one you should undertake. This is the one that will reap problems hindering process efficiency. the largest benefits for your organization. Keep in mind, you might be tempted to go ahead with changes which This can be particularly helpful in might seem more pressing but remember that these will the workplace as it can assist you in cost you more than they will benefit. making quick and effective changes Customer Service Centre Example: in situations where many possible System: A service center failing due to poor customer service. courses of action are availabale and they compete for your attention. Changes that can be made based on customer complaints: · Staff training - 35 complaints · Hiring more staff - 13 complaints The basic idea behind the Pareto principle is that by · Improving organization and communication system making a 20% change to the method or system of work (installing more phone lines, workstations etc) - 5 you can eliminate 80% of the issues plaguing the entire complaints task. So throughout the analysis you concentrate only on the changes which will give you the biggest benefits. By conducting the Pareto analysis on the above scenario, the vast majority of problems (66%) can be solved How to use the Pareto Analysis by training employees and improving their customer Step1: This step requires that you make a list of all the service skills. Next, the manager may want to increase feasible changes that can be made to improve a system. office workforce. However, if he had decided to install Step 2: Group related changes together if your list new phones and workstations as the first change then seems long. it would have cost the organization a lot more without providing much benefit. Step 3: Score the changes on the basis of advantages Time Management Tip # 7* Cut down on external appointments. If you receive a lot of salespeople hawking their wares, ask them to send you profiles or their proposals by email so you have time to evaluate it before committing to a meeting. Do this only if you believe the visitor may be of value, and not as a pretext to avoid them. If you’re not interested, then you should be direct and honest in voicing this to the party that requested the meeting. * Part 7 of a 12 issue series *Part 7 of a 12 issue series www.abudhabitempo.com 15
  • 16. Deep Breathing KICKING Tips on deep breathing • Exhale slowly so that you activate your ‘relaxation response’ which calms your mind and relaxes tensed muscles. • Engage every part of your body when you breathe. Feel your breath fill your belly and chest. Arch your spine and back - stretch and feel the energy flow through you! (Caution: If you are seated on a swivel chair, be careful, it might overturn. Don’t ask us how we know...ehem.) • When you are nervous or frustrated, control your breathing first! Don’t take those ineffective quick short gasps like you’ve just run a thousand miles. Concentrate on your breathing – on every single breath; you will never be overwhelmed by emotions this way. They say life is but a series of breaths we take - well... health experts agree! Infact recent medical research has provided WHERE TO GET A DIVINE FACIAL sufficient evidence on the long-term benefits of deep WITH BACK MASSAGE breathing in the average homosapien (has anyone used that word recently?) And what is deep breathing? It’s...deep! Radisson Blu hotel spa offers a luxurious facial On a more serious note, deep breathing raises levels of combined with added spinal pressure back, neck and oxygen in our blood. This helps in stimulating the digestive shoulder massage to stimulate the nervous system and process, improving fitness and over-all mental performance. balance the body’s energy flow for a whole hour and International health icon, Dr. Andrew Weil says: “If I had to thirty minutes. Go on, spoil yourself a little! limit my advice on healthier living to just one tip, it would be simply to learn how to breathe correctly.” Price: AED 320 per person HEALTHBEAT By Dr. Max Sawaf Common Lung Hazards During your lifetime, you inhale enough or may not get heart attack or cancer, temporary blocking of the small air to fill ten million balloons. Like but they all get pulmonary disease. The passages of the lungs, has many possible heating and air-conditioning, breathing lung tissue is destroyed and is replaced triggers and can be life-threatening. is something that we take for granted by air balloons trapping air. Take a deep 4) Occupational Hazards: Substances when it is working. Here is a simple test breath. Now hold your breath and you breathe at work can cause lung to check your lungs: Climb two flights start breathing from that point, never trouble too. Workers, who are exposed of stairs without taking a break. If you allowing the lung to completely deflate. to occupational hazards in the air, dust experience extreme shortness of breath That is how you would feel the rest of like those from coal, silica, asbestos, raw or have to stop, it is a sign your lungs are your life. There is no cure. Be honest with cotton, and metal fumes, or chemical suffering at least some distress, even if yourself; a chronic or so-called ‘smokers’ vapours, can develop lung disease. your heart is at fault. I recommend that cough, shortness of breath and other you do this test once a month as a way lung symptoms are not normal. Take 5) Viruses, Fungi and Bacteria: It is to periodically check your lungs and action! crucial to change the filter of your AC your heart. regularly and to clean the AC ducts once 2) “Shisha” smoking is increasingly a year as moisture from dripping AC 1) Cigarette Smoking: The major cause of emerging as a significant health risk, due condensation encourages the growth of COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary to the sharing of the pipe with someone mould which can then be carried to your Disease). The term pulmonary refers with pulmonary tuberculosis or TB. lungs creating allergies that later turn to the lungs. Long term smokers may 3) Triggers of Asthma: Asthma, the into asthma. 16 Tempo March 2010
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  • 18. My Style Scarf: Just Cavali Tempo spots (Dh 900) fashionable and smart dressers around the city. Chain: Armani Exchange Sunglasses: Ray Ban (Dh 150) (Dh 980) SPOTTING... Shirt: Zara Name: (Dh 250) Shaf Raisi Age: 24 Nationality: Emirati What do you do (work)? Belt: Lee Cooper Marketing Manager (Dh 60) Pants: Jeans West Your most valued (Dh 170) fashion possessions? Ed Hardy jacket The One Thing I Regret Buying: Disel Jeans The One Thing I Dream of Buying: Classic Ford Mustang OUR FASHION Style inspiration: EXPERT SAYS: Music Shoes: Lee Cooper (Dh 120) Possibly helped by that ultra-artsy goatee and My Style Philosophy: those aviators, you have I go with the flow managed to pull off the and I am what I am. skinny jeans and tight shirt look (on a guy), without looking any less manly. That's a feat in itself, dude! Would you like to be featured on My Style Blueprint? If you do contact: 026673349, blueprint@abudhabitempo.com 18 Tempo March 2010
  • 19. TrendSETTER Summer’s here and there is one more thing you need to do aside from buying bucket-loads of sunscreen. Can’t think of what? We have three words for you: stylish eye protection! Shades are the uber cool way to stand out in a bleached summer crowd (since most people wear white and all!). Choose the right ones and your pumped up ‘ttude will blaze a trail through stunned crowds. Choose the wrong ones and… people will point and laugh. Your choice really! For Her Dior Copacabana sunglasses For Her Chanel Retro glasses with black acetate For Her Dior Glossy sunglasses For Her Juicy Couture Almond brown sunglasses For Her Ed Hardy Death or Glory sunglasses For Him Ray Ban For Him Outdoorsman II rainbow sunglasses Tom Ford Black Gold Sun Glasses www.abudhabitempo.com 19
  • 20. On By Rantan Rave Arablish Sweet & Sickly Corporate Liguistics Certain international brands ‘transfer’ well into Arabic while others are linguistic disasters. If you are in corporate My rant is about juice: why does packaged juice have to be so communications and are looking for a name sickly sweet? that crosses over into Arabic, keep a few guidelines in mind. You may think it's not a big deal, but it is considering that a large portion of people in the UAE have diabetes and a growing number The most obvious one is to stay away is at serious risk. It is an exasperating disease because it catches from any word in English that has a ‘g’ or ‘j’ kids while they’re young, and unless you have superhuman sound. The reason is twofold: in classically discipline (which most adults don’t even have) it is a tough battle! pronounced Arabic there is no soft ‘g’ (as in ‘gate’)—just ‘j’, and the second is that the The problem is that most people think packaged juice is good soft ‘g’ can be pronounced in three different for you. Fresh juice is good for you-- with no sugar added (and ways depending on your dialect. ‘Jeep’ can hopefully consumed immediately after preparation). But most be pronounced ‘geep’ in places like Cairo commercially bought juice --and that's even those that are fortified or Aden. If ‘Jeep’ was pronounced in the with vitamins--are loaded with tons of sugar. traditional Emirati or Hadrami dialect it would be “yeep.” The soft ‘g’ is also a bit of a There are a few brands of juice that don't have much sugar added. challenge. Your choices in Arabic is to either But we don't see enough of these fine brands in UAE supermarkets. use “jeem” or the “ghayn” in Arabic—which Most of the brands we do have here, whether they are apple, means that the “Guggenheim” could either orange, strawberry, passion fruit, guava, peach, and pear etc, have sound like “jujenhaym” (or ‘yuyunheim high fructose nectar and concentrates bases that are far too sweet, in traditional Emirati/ Hadrami) or it can even if they claim 'no sugar added.' Best way to check those labels be written with the ‘ghayn’ to sound like (assuming they don't lie), and keep in mind that one teaspoon of ‘ghughunheim’. granulated white sugar is equal to about 4.2 grams. That means that a cola or juice with 44 grams of sugar is equal to 10 teaspoons Other examples of the ‘g’ or ‘j’ words…there's of sugar, and one with 35gms of sugar has eight teaspoons of Gant which can sound like ‘jant’ or ‘ghant’, sugar! and Gloria Jean’s which can either be written That means that a kid who takes a juice in his lunchbox in the as “ghloria jeens,” or “jloria geenz,’ while morning, consumes one with lunch, and another at dinner time, Galleries Lafayette would be pronounced has already joined the queue to becoming a diabetic. And here we “jalleri lafayet” or”ghaleri lafayet.” haven't even touched on all the other fatty, sugary foods that are also consumed in the span of a day. I would suggest you steer clear away from the letter ‘p’ because it doesn’t exist in And the tragedy in all this? Juice doesn’t need to have so much Arabic. There is only ‘b’ in Arabic. Yes, the use sugar to make it consumable, or ‘buyable’. Because sugar is an of two more dots under the ‘ba’ is used to acquired taste (you can calibrate your taste buds with time to denote ‘p’ but is not widely used in all Arab want more of it, or less of it), consumers are continuously adjusting countries. This means that Popeye, it is often their palettes to appreciate rising levels of sugar. So here’s the pronounced ‘bobeye’ in Arabic, “Paul” is ‘baul’ idea: how about we reverse the process, and start lowering sugar (which is unfortunate because that also content gradually until the point that juice (and other foods) can means urine in Arabic), Prada is ‘brada’ and be appreciated without so much sugar. “Parker pens” is “barker bens.” So a call to all juice manufacturers: please consider reducing sugar Had any linguistic (mis)adventures lately? content. Hopefully if it affects your business it will be temporary, Do you have questions or comments? Send and over time you will add new customers as well. We need them to: to work together with responsibility, and caring, to bring up a healthier young generation. Plainly speaking, it’s just the right arablish@abudhabitempo.com thing to do! Send in your comments to editorial@abudhabitempo.com 20 Tempo March 2010