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14 This and That

Luc Tuyman picks the winning entries for
his competition in Doha; Hakkasan
ushers in the Chinese New Year with an
inspired menu thatll make you fall in love
with Cantonese cuisine; the Arabiainspired special edition watch from
Panerai hits boutiques across the Gulf.
23 Food Matters

Almost a century after Mama Panella
opened Antica Pesa in the Roman
neighborhood of Trastevere, the familys
fourth generation restaurateur has
brought the now international brand
to Doha.

26 On Perfumes

Why luxury hospitality needs to be not
only cultured and celebrating art, but
should also smell distinctive.
28 Artist in Profile

Qatari-American artist Sophia Al Maria
sheds light on social issues affecting the
world and particularly the GCC.

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48 On Heritage

A heritage in watchmaking is the most
vital attribute of these two watch majors.
We visit Jaeger-LeCoultre, and speak to
A.Lange & Shne, to understand what will
keep these two watch manufacturers
ticking in 2016 and beyond.

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32 The Thing

Al Bidaa Swords and Gifts has released a
special edition sword that combines
elements of history and luxury sourced
from around the world but crafted in
Doha.

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30 On Design

Richard Mille might not be a heritage
watch brand but the eponymous creator
has strategies to remain the most coveted
brand of the century through pricing,
limited editions, material innovation and
technology.

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24 Market Report

The Doha Jewellery and Watches
Exhibition enters its thirteenth brilliant
year and we commemorate with thirteen
of our luckiest charms.

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Hooves of Steel
Panerai releases Luminor 1950
Sealand, a special edition timepiece
sold exclusively at boutiques in
Dohas Villaggio Mall in
partnership with Ali Bin Ali.
The new Luminor 1950 Sealand is personalized
with a hand-engraved cover for the dial, featuring
white Arabian horses galloping in the desert, with
palm trees and the sea in the background- an
iconic image which highlights the essence of the
Arabian horse in its original environment. This
special edition watch, of which only 60 units have
been made, has a case in brushed steel with the
iconic device protecting the crown. The watch has a
classic Panerai gray dial and a gold calf strap. The
movement is the automatic mechanical P.9000 caliber,
entirely designed and created by the Panerai
manufacture in Neuchtel. AYSWARYA MURTHY

Ringing in the Year of

the Monkey
Hakkasan in Doha joins its other
branches globally in ushering in the
Chinese New Year with a month-long
promotion that features inspired and
modernized gems of Cantonese cuisine.
The limited edition menu means to showcase dishes that will
bring luck, joy and prosperity in 2016, and just to stack the
odds, Hakkasan also gives all guests who dine from the
Chinese New Year menu a specially designed Year of the
Monkey coin as a gift of good fortune. The special four course
menu kicks off with a welcome drink. The 9 Hu cocktail
comprises nine components representing the monkeys ninth
position on the zodiac, decorated with a golden monkey
cocktail stirrer. Fruity and smooth, the drink stands in good
stead as you work your way down the menu. While the
understated soup is as good a palate cleanser as any, the burst
of flavors starts building from the appetizers, increasing in
magnitude till it explodes with a decadent Golden Halo desert,
a banana and peanut cake and a five spice infused cream,
caramel, chocolate and peanuts topped with gold leaf. A
Crunchy pine nut golden cup filled with diced Wagyu beef and
a dim sum platter with an interesting mix of duck, prawns and
scallops are a promising start to what turns out to be an
intensely moving experience. Of the five dishes on the main
course, each more spectacular to look at than the last, its the
grilled Chilean seabass and wok-fried lobster that are
guaranteed to knock your socks off. Hakkasans Chinese New
Year celebrations will run from January 22 until February 22
and the special menu is priced at QR495. AYSWARYA MURTHY

Quenching Thirst,
the Milan Way
For the Milan-centric tradition of
aperitivo, heres a fancy approach for
those on the watertight schedules of the
upcoming Milan Fashion Week. Right in
the heart of the action, a trinity of hotel
bar establishments makes for a quick
respite in between the shows and
after-parties. The months-old bar at the
Mandarin Oriental is for editors on-the-go
with its upbeat and modern vibe. Grab its signature alcohol-free The Kir, a concoction of
rose and red fruits tea for a quick pick-up before heading out onto the vibrant Via
Alessandro Manzoni or the Seta, the hotels newly Michelin-starred restaurant. At the
brand new Terazza Gallia at the Excelsior Gallia Hotel, schedule private meetings with a
majestic view of the historic central station and dive into the Fashion Green mocktail of
green apple, lettuce, cucumber, lemon and fennel seeds for a vitamin boost. To end off a
long day, unwind at the discreetly stylish bar at the Bulgari where the kitchen sends out
delicious morsels of the weeks specials, accompanied with your evening drink.
DEBRINA ALIYAH

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Lucky 13
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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: RICHARD MILLE; DAVID WEBB; MESSIKA JOAILLERIE; BREMONT; ROLEX; FRANCK MULLER

The Doha Jewellery and Watches Exhibition enters its

thirteenth brilliant year and we commemorate with thirteen of
our luckiest charms.

Clockwise from top left:

Pioneer center watch, H. Moser & Cie.
Millefleurs du Mexique watch, Hermes.
Lady Taj ring, Pasquale Bruni.
Hortensia earrings, Chaumet.
Boyfriend watch, Chanel.
Quatre ring, Boucheron.
Icon watch, Graff.

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: H. MOSER & CIE; HERMES; PASQUALE BRUNI; CHAUMET; CHANEL; BOUCHERON; GRAFF

Opposite: Clockwise from top left:

RM 50-02 watch, Richard Mille.
Bracelet, David Webb.
Rose diamond ring, Messika Joaillerie.
Wright Flyer, Bremont.
Yacht master, Rolex.
Heart watch, Franck Muller.

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