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STRIVING FOR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE
At Nova Pioneer, we provide rigorous and challenging academic experiences that create opportunities for our students to develop critical-analytical skills and an innovative mindset.
We deliver both the Cambridge and National Kenyan Curriculum (CBE) and infuse them with learning techniques that allow our students to develop competencies that equip them to succeed, whatever route they take post high school We have built a strong academic reputation as evidenced in national examination results.
Over USD 10 million in scholarships awarded to our graduates over the past 11 years.
90% of our 2024 students who sat the Kenya Certificate of School Examination (KCSE) transitioned to university.
92% of our 2024 Kenya Primary School Education Assessment (KPSEA) students met & exceeded expectations
Developing our Teachers
We invest over 100 hours annually on teacher development sessions to ensure that our educators are dedicated to ensuring that our students grow their intellectual confidence so that they are prepared to take their place in the world.
Innovation & Leadership Programme
Our Innovation & Leadership Programme is designed to guide students on a journey from self-discovery to impactful community leadership. It begins by helping students understand their identity, purpose, and personal leadership, then progressively expands their focus outward; empowering them to apply these skills within their school, their city, and ultimately, the African continent and the world.
The programme provides a framework for developing self and community leadership while grounding students in African history and heritage as a foundation for future innovation and action.
Beyond the Classroom Opportunities
We recognize the vital role that Physical Education and the Arts play in supporting the overall health, well-being, and growth of our students. We believe that a diverse co-curricular and extra-curricular programme enriches learning by positively influencing concentration, attitude, and academic achievement.
As part of this commitment, we offer a wide range of opportunities in music, the arts, and sports; encouraging every student to explore their interests and talents. Our students also have the chance to compete both locally and internationally, representing our school and community with pride.
By engaging in experiences beyond the classroom, our Novaneers develop essential life skills that include teamwork, resilience, and leadership. These experiences not only shape their character but also cultivate lessons for life that extend far beyond their school years.
Post School Success Programme
At Nova Pioneer, we are deeply committed to preparing our students for life beyond school — equipping them with the confidence, clarity, and capability to thrive on the global stage. Through our Post-School Success (PSS) Programme, students receive personalized coaching, career guidance, and practical tools to navigate their journey from high school to university and beyond.
Our impact speaks for itself. Across Kenya and South Africa, we now have over 1,500 alumni who have earned places at more than 120 leading universities worldwide, including Princeton University, the University of Pennsylvania, the University of Manchester, the University of Toronto, and CALTECH. Over the past 11 years, our graduates have been offered over USD 10 million in scholarships and over USD 2 million in scholarships awarded on matriculation; a testament to their excellence and the quality of preparation they receive at Nova Pioneer.
The PSS Programme helps students link their strengths and passions to meaningful career paths while building the academic, leadership, and life skills needed to make an impact — wherever in the world they go next.
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Sustainable Ambition
Slowing Down to Speed Up
As the year rapidly moves towards its close, a subtle yet pervasive sense of fatigue settles over our communities. The momentum that powered us through the first ten months—the ambition, the deadlines, the relentless drive—is now hitting the wall of exhaustion. We find ourselves pushing harder and harder, yet feeling less effective.
This month, we reflect on a critical truth often forgotten in our hustle: true strength lies not just in the push, but in the pause. It’s time to recognize that strategic rest is not a reward after hard work, but a vital part of the work itself.
This needed pause is a non-negotiable investment in both physical and mental health. Our bodies and minds are finely tuned instruments, not machines built for perpetual motion; they demand deliberate periods of stillness and replenishment.
Rather than plunging headlong into the final, demanding stretch of the year and the busy December holidays, a more sustainable approach is to create space for reflection, health, and family now.
Viewing this downtime as a necessary foundation for sustainable well-being, instead of a frivolous luxury, shifts our perspective toward genuine, long-term success.
The concept of sustainable ambition is key here. It recognizes that ambition is powerful only when it is maintained. Just as an athlete cannot sprint a marathon, we cannot sustain our highest level of contribution without scheduled recovery.
Take that long-overdue break, commit to a healthy routine, and
cherish your relationships. By consciously choosing to slow down and renew your spirit now, you will build the reserves of energy, clarity, and resilience needed to truly finish the year strong and step into the New Year not just prepared, but genuinely revitalized.
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Reviews
PLURIBUS
Pl rib s is a gripping ne sci-fi drama from Vince Gilligan—the creator behind Breaking Bad and Be er Call Sa l. The series follo s Carol St rka, a bestselling historical romance no elist ho finds herself the onl person imm ne to a strange ir s that transforms the rest of h manit into blissf ll happ , compliant beings. It's a chillingl cle er premise that flips the orld on its head, e ploring hat happens hen the p rs it of happiness becomes h manit 's do nfall.
The series balances s spense, emo on, and moral reflec on ith Gilligan's signat re stor telling st le. The sho raises tho ght-pro oking q es ons abo t indi id alit , freedom, and the price of peace, all hile keeping ie ers on edge ith its smart dialog e and cinema c direc on.
THE HOUSE SAPHIR BY MARISSA MEYER
This is a spellbinding fantas that ea es magic, m ster , and emo on into a bea f ll la ered stor . It follo s a o ng oman ho nco ers her connec on to the po erf l and secre e Ho se Saphir, a disco er that p lls her into a orld of danger, legac , and self-disco er .
Marissa Me er deli ers rich orld-b ilding, strong characters, and j st the right to ch of romance and intrig e. E er t ist keeps o t rning the pages, and the emo onal depth makes the stor nforge able. A cap a ng read from start to finish, The Ho se Saphir is a da ling reminder of h Me er's stor telling con n es to enchant fans of fantas e er here.
STARDUST
The song marks an e ci ng ne chapter for the rapper, here his sharp l ricism meets bold, e perimental so ndscapes. The track blends rapid-fire erses ith rich electronic te t res, capt ring both chaos and control in a a onl Dann can.
It's a m st-listen for its fearless crea it , polished prod c on, and ra emo onal edge. “Stard st ” isn't j st a song, it's a statement of e ol on, pro ing Dann Bro n con n es to p sh bo ndaries and keep hip-hop thrillingl npredictable.
A Weekend Retreat with Heart
The Magic of Malo Stables
Weekends in Nairobi o�en call for a gentle escape—a moment to breathe a a from the traffic, the screens, and the constant h m of cit life. T cked into the leaf s b rb of Karen, at the foot of the majes c Ngong Hills, Malo Stables offers j st that. It's a serene ha en here horses, h mans, and nat re connect in perfect harmon
From the moment o arri e on M dodo Lane in Karen, there's an nspoken in ita on to slo do n. The dri e thro gh erdant greener arri es at a propert here open fields meet disciplined eq estrian space, and the r sh of the cit feels orlds a a The ambiance strikes that perfect balance bet een sophis ca on and ease—r s c barns, s eeping trails, and a sense of freedom nder the ide Ken an sk
designed for both no ices and seasoned riders alike. Families arri e to spend q alit me o tdoors, co ples disco er something q ietl special, and children find their first taste of freedom on horseback—it's as m ch abo t connec on as it is abo t mo on.
Where the city’s noise fades and the Ngong Hills rise, Malo Stables invites you to pause, breathe, and rediscover freedom on horseback.”
At the heart of Malo Stables lies a deep lo e for horses and the art of riding. Whether o 're an e perienced eq estrian or taking the reins for the first me, the trainers elcome o ith open arms and e pert g idance. The not onl teach techniq e b t also foster meaningf l rela onships bet een rider and horse. With trails inding from Karen into the forested slopes at the foot of the Ngong Hills, each ride becomes a jo rne of presence, hoo es on earth, bree e in mo on, and a space to simpl be. For those looking to immerse f ll in the e perience, Malo Stables doesn't hold back. Yo 'll find forest and trail rides thro gh Dagore Forest and be ond,
Yet hat tr l makes the place special is its heart. Here, it's not simpl abo t the ride—it's abo t the pa se, the q iet a�er the trot, the la ghter shared nder the shade of a tree, and the sense of belonging that q ietl gro s. The staff, arm and gen ine, make o feel less like a isitor and more like part of a comm nit that al es a then cit and calm. When the trail ride ends and the horse is led back, the f n doesn't stop. There are moments to linger—ma be atching other riders, breathing in the open air, e changing stories at the stables o er a drink or a q iet chat. It's in these nh rried moments that Malo Stables tr l re eals itself: not j st as a des na on, b t as a feeling.
In a cit that rarel slo s do n, Malo Stables stands as a reminder that tr e l r isn't al a s grande r—it's in nat re, in mo ement, in connec on. It's in the simple jo of riding side b side ith a horse on a ide trail, ith the Ngong Hills rising q ietl in the backgro nd, and o r mind finall free to follo the horse's rh thm. So, hen the eekend comes calling and o find o rself longing for something different—something so lf l—make o r a to Malo Stables in Karen. Escape into the ride, and ith e er stride of o r mo nt, redisco er balance, q iet, and the simple magic of being ali e in mo on.
BESPOKE & LUXURY FURNITURE Panesar Kenya A Name Backed B y Quality
The beauty of handcra�ed furniture; Seven decades of excellence; The undeniable quality of uncompromised standards; Their cra�smanship� heritage and precision; make Panesar the brand of choice for striking furniture and custom joinery throughout East Africa. They will help you make your space a masterpiece.
Their stor began in , sparked b the passion of K ndar Singh Panesar, a o ng immigrant ho arri ed in Ken a ith a talent for carpentr and iron ork and the dream of crea ng his o n b siness.
While the are no one of the oldest f rnit re companies opera ng in Ken a, the are s ll er m ch the brand that Mr. Panesar created o er ears ago. From q alit materials to the machiner and techniq es that the emplo to orkforce de elopment and skill enhancement, their opera ons are designed to prod ce fla less ork.
Thro gh three genera ons of the Panesar
famil the ha e maintained incredibl high standards and impeccable cra�smanship. Their clientele speaks to their pres ge, ith pieces feat red in State Ho se, diploma c missions and l r residencies thro gho t Ken a.
Precision & Ar sar
The Panesar f rnit re collec on e tends from e q isitel detailed classical st les to striking contemporar designs. The ork ith s stainabl so rced materials, and treat the ra mber themsel es to ens re q alit and d rabilit . Their talented cra�smen make each piece a testament to their famil 's cherished heritage and an heirloom that o r famil can se and enjo for genera ons.
Furniture
From the pro oca e Lo is XV to the meless Victorian, Panesar has al a s been kno n for their l r classic designs.
O er the ears the ha e e panded their range of designs to incl de st les s ch as the Spanish infl enced 'Art Deco' to the ltra minimalis c 'Scandina ian Design’ E er Panesar design is tailored to their clients specific taste, and ith their interior design team the ens re that ambience of o r interior matches ith o r lifest le.
Joinery
The delicate art of joiner is a balance bet een precision and master cra�smanship. �oining pieces of ood, reading the different grains and finished to
create the ill sion of an en re seamless piece has become, for s, a science
Panesar ha e designed tho sands of one-of-a-kind entrance a s, doors, bars, ceilings and fireplaces and its ith this e perience that the nderstand that a en on to e er detail and impeccable perfec on make q alit joiner . This is h at the can confidentl state that their joiner team is second to none.
Interior Design
L r residen al or corporate interiors, Panesar ha e the e perience and e per se to s pport o thro gh this crea e jo rne
The project begins ith a pri ate session ith their head design lead, Vir Panesar. With onl imagina on to limit o r selec on, o can choose a st le from an era, c lt re or st le and the ill bring the design to life in realis c D render
Interior design and architect re req ires a close a en on to detail; scale and propor on combined ith f nc onalit and harmon are ke to design an elegant et in i ng interior
Cabinetry
Entrance ways and doors
An entrance to a home or office is the most important part of o r str ct re. It in ites o r g ests in to a space and is the introd c on to o r interior
B combining the different elements ith stained glass, resin panels or one-of-kind hand-car ings, at Panesar o r selec on is be ond the ordinar . All dimensions can be c stomi ed and o can choose a design from their collec ons, or o can simpl dra o r idea ith the team and the ill bring o r c stom design to life. An thing o can imagine, Panesar ill create. All their doors can be fire rated to interna onal standards.
Whether designing a kitchen, ardrobe or bathroom, the ke is the f ndamentals; f nc on, space, engineering, installa on and finish. E er project begins ith a pri ate cons lta on ith their design lead ho listens and learns abo t o r spa al req irements. The team ill then create op ons based in their learnings to reflect o r f nc onalit and st le. With the lastest D technolog Panesar team ill alk o thro gh the space before an prod c on has started.
Dining in Nairobi has e ol ed into an art
Unforgettable Dining
Unparalleled Taste at Ssence Restaurant
form— here taste meets atmosphere, and e er meal tells a stor . Across the cit , from in�mate garden terraces to roo�op lo nges ith sk line ie s, food has become more than no rishment; it's an e perience to sa o r. B t among the cit 's rising c linar stars, Ssence Resta rant has car ed a name that resonates ith dis�nc�on. �ere, dining is not j st abo t hat's on o r plate—it's abo t ho it makes o feel.
T cked in one of Nairobi's ibrant neighbo rhoods, Ssence is the kind of place that greets o ith armth e en before o ' e stepped thro gh the door. The ambiance strikes that perfect balance bet een sophis�ca�on and ease—modern décor ith earth tones, elegant ligh�ng that fla ers e er corner, and an atmosphere that hispers nderstated l r
Whether o 're mee�ng friends for a rela ed br nch, hos�ng a client o er l nch, or celebra�ng an e ening o t, Ssence manages to make e er occasion feel special.
The resta rant's philosoph is simple et profo nd: e er dish sho ld linger long a�er the last bite. The c linar team at Ssence takes this to heart, c ra�ng a men that celebrates both crea� it and cra�smanship. Each dish feels like a jo rne —one that blends global inspira�on ith local a then�cit . E pect familiar classics reimagined ith flair, here fresh ingredients and imagina� e presenta�on transform dining into an e ent.
The e perience at Ssence is heightened b its a en�on to detail. The ser ice is gracef l et nobtr si e, the kind that an�cipates o r needs itho t interr p�ng o r flo . The ine list is tho gh� ll c rated, complemen�ng the c isine ith both local and interna�onal selec�ons. And then there are the desserts—an ind lgent finale to a meal that ref ses to be ordinar . Each crea�on feels cra�ed ith care, a celebra�on of fla o r that perfectl ro nds off the Ssence e perience.
B t hat tr l sets Ssence apart is its ambiance of connec�on. The space enco rages o to slo do n, to be
present, to enjo e er moment. Con ersa�ons flo easil o er candlelight, la ghter echoes so�l across tables, and �me seems to mo e differentl here. It's a place that blends the energ of Nairobi ith the serenit of a fine-dining retreat—a resta rant that nderstands that nforge able dining is as m ch abo t emo�on as it is abo t taste.
In a cit that thri es on ariet and inno a�on, Ssence Resta rant stands as a s mbol of ele ated dining done right. It's here elegance meets comfort, here fla o r is both familiar and fresh, and here each isit feels like a disco er Whether o 're a seasoned go rmand or simpl in search of o r ne t great meal, Ssence promises to lea e an impression long a�er o ' e le� o r table.
At Ssence, dining is more than a meal—it's an e perience, a memor , and a moment orth sa o ring. So, the ne t �me o 're in Nairobi and ant a place here taste and atmosphere come together effortlessl , step into Ssence Resta rant— here nforge able dining and nparalleled taste a ait.
Work & Connect
THE KOFISI KAREN EXPERIENCE
In today ’s work landscape, the desire for both independence and connection is stronger than ever. We crave the focus and autonomy of working solo, but also the energy and inspiration that comes from collaborating with others.
KOFISI Karen, a co-shared orkspace nestled in the heart of Nairobi’s ibrant Karen s b rb, offers a green, air oasis designed to inspire and in igorate. Imagine orking s rro nded b birds, some chirping thro gh the indo and others taking flight across the niq e bird-themed allpaper, all hile bathed in nat ral light and enjo ing the rela ed and collabora e atmosphere.
Be ond the st nning aesthe cs, KOFISI Karen offers a ealth of prac cal ameni es to boost o r prod c it : M l ple floors, each eq ipped ith its o n f ll -f nc onal kitchen. No more scrambling for a coffee fi or missing cr cial brainstorming sessions d e to long l nch lines.
The Kno ledge Room is a ersa le space that boasts co f rnit re that can be rearranged to s it o r needs, hether it ’s a brainstorming session, a training orkshop, or a team mee ng. Podcasts are also filmed in this room, making it a tr l m l f nc onal space.
Lined with bookshelves, KOFISI exudes a warm and inviting library feeling, perfect for quiet contemplation or focused work.
KOFISI is dedicated to empo ering the ne t genera on. Thro gh their Desk for Desk program, ith e er office space booked, KOFISI has p rchased o er desks for go ernment r n schools in and aro nd Nairobi and Nak r .
So, where can we get these vintage furniture pieces?
Visit The White Elephant Trading Compan , an interior design and intage f rnit re retail compan based in Karen. Ha ing orked as interior decorators in East Africa for o er ears, the ha e o�en fo nd themsel es fr strated b the lack of original period f rnit re in the market, and ha e spent h ndreds of ho rs o er the ears making f rnit re locall for se in o r projects.
“A fe ears ago, mostl for f n hile in the UK, e isited some English co ntr side a c on ho ses - and ere blo n a a E er a c on ho se e isited as packed ith bea f l pieces of f rnit re spanning man h ndreds of ears in their intage & st les. Ver man pieces ere in a er sad and dishe elled state, o�en too far gone for their
pre io s o ners to kno hat to do ith them (it being too costl in E rope to ref rbish f rnit re) and it as to these pieces e ere dra n.”
Kno ing ho brilliant Ken an cra�smen are, and ha ing orked ith so man of them o er the ears, The White Elephant Trading Compan decided to b p some of these bea f l old pieces, ship them o t here and restore them to their former glor . Their team cra�smen painstakingl sanded, polished, re-st ffed, pholstered and painted each and e er piece, making the old ne again...
Since their la nch in the ' e re-lo ed ell o er , pieces of f rnit re in a kaleidoscopic arra of fabrics from all o er the globe. So elcome to their shop and bro se their collec ons as m ch as the ha e enjo ed crea ng them.
The Itikadi Lifestyle
Timeless, Rooted, Refined
Step into the orld of I kadi and o disco er more than a fashion label, o enter a philosoph of li ing. With each garment, I kadi cra�s a stor of elegance that dra s from heritage, pli�s contemporar sophis ca on, and hono rs cra�smanship. �his is st le reimagined: meless in silho e e, rooted in c lt re, and refined in e ec on.
Itikadi is more than clothing—it's the art of dressing with meaning. Whether stepping into a boardroom, attending a creative event, or simply enjoying a relaxed weekend brunch, Itikadi makes the transition seamless. It is resolutely rooted yet unmistakably modern.
TRENDING
ARTISAN DELI, KAREN
If o 're looking for a top-notch meat e perience in Nairobi, check o t Ar san B tcher & Deli in Karen, located at the Kerarapon Shell on Ngong Road. From their stando t commitment to q alit and traceabilit to the elcoming in-store ibe, it's an e cellent des na on for an one ho cares abo t hat, and ho , the eat.
Their meat selec on is e cep onal, ell-so rced, and e pertl c t. Whether o 're planning a eekend barbec e or a special dinner, o 'll find premi m beef, lamb, and goat, all prepared ith care and precision. The staff are friendl and kno ledgeable, read to help o choose the perfect c t or offer cooking ps. So, if o ant to ele ate o r ne t meal ith q alit o can taste, make o r a to Ar san B tcher & Deli in Karen.
LAVISH NAIL & BEAUTY BAR
The ision of La ish Nail and Bea t Bar is to inspire, pli� and bring o t the bea t in e er person. The do this b pro iding a rela ing, crea e and peacef l en ironment for all their clients. The belie e in taking their me to ens re each client lea es feeling sa sfied ith their ser ices.
The nail bar offers a ariet of ser ices incl ding manic res and pedic res, paraffin a treatments, f ll bod massage, f ll bod a ing treatments, threading, acr lic nails, o erla s and kids manic res & pedic res.
AERO CLUB OF EAST AFRICA
KAREN NDEGE HOUSE INN
If o 're looking for a peacef l geta a that feels both homel and refined, Karen Ndege Ho se Inn is a tr e hidden gem. T cked a a in the leaf calm of Karen, it blends comfort, nat re, and q iet elegance bea f ll
S rro nded b l sh gardens and birdsong, it's the perfect spot to n ind from the cit 's pace. The rooms are co and tastef ll designed, the ser ice arm and personal, and the food fresh and fla o rf l. Whether o 're sta ing the eekend or j st stopping b for a rela ed meal, it's the kind of place that instantl feels like home. For a serene escape in Nairobi that soothes both mind and spirit, Karen Ndege Ho se Inn is absol tel orth a isit.
Since its incep on, the Aero Cl b of East Africa, located at the Wilson Airport, has been at the forefront of a ia on ac i es in the co ntr : basic fl ing training, compe ons, air sho s, safet seminars, na iga on, and so on. As the a ia on orld has gro n and e ol ed, so too has the aero cl b.
This is the ideal place to isit for an one ho o ld like to kno more abo t airplanes. Yo ill find airplane parts, design dra ings and historical doc ments that ill ill minate o r mind. There is a resta rant and a hotels to spend the night if o ’re tra elling from far
MASH PARK HOTEL
Located abo t fi e min tes from the J nc on Mall, this three-star hotel is o r go-to place if o 're looking for ambience and hospitalit
E er thing abo t it e des elegance, and the staff is er friendl and eager to help. Their men feat res a ide range of tast delicacies so feel free to ind lge, and top this p ith a glass of ice-cold fr it drink, or dessert of o r choice.
Looking for accommoda on? The ha e o co ered ith spacio s, clean and ell-maintained rooms, o erlooking the l sh green Ngong hills, so o ake p to st nning ie s.
BACK & FORTH OLD SCHOOL PARTY
We’re closing out the year in true throwback style! Get ready for Nairobi’s ul�mate Old School party, where good vibes, �meless hits, and the Summer Bunnies crew bring the heat one last �me this year
Doors open at 4 PM Get your DENIM on and let ’s party! Pro �p: Come early, this one’s gonna fill up fast!
Let ’s groove, laugh, and dance our way into the holidays. Don’t miss the last Old School Bash of 2025, it ’s one for the books!
NATION CLASSIC GOLF @40 ANNIVERSARY TOURNAMENT
The Na�on Classic Golf�40 is designed to provide a pla�orm to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of the Na�on Classic Golf Series. Established in 1985, the series is Kenya’s longest-running amateur golf series in the region and remains a proud testament to the Na�on Media Group’s enduring commitment to excellence, community engagement, and the advancement of golf within the region.
Fri. Nov 28, 2025 6:30 AM - 1:00 PM at Karen Country Club
GROOVE THANG
GrooveThang is about taking you back to the big tunes that defined disco and DJ mixed casse�e music playing in discos and matatus across Route 58, 23, 11 and 9 in the late 80's , 90's and early 00's.
This was when you knew Fridays were for Simba Groove at Carnivore Simba Saloon! This was good �mes with food, drink and party at Carni!
November 21st... we're taking you back!
Dust off your dancing shoes (and come with taxi money) the des�na�on is Simba Saloon at Carnivore Restaurant because we guarantee DJ Njogu and DJ Wa� will make you sweat, just like you did in the 90's!!
We're going back to the future , Let's GrooveThang!
INTERNATIONAL SCHOOLS FAIR NAIROBI 2026
The Interna�onal Schools Fair Nairobi 2026 returns for another exci�ng edi�on at The Hub Karen, bringing together top interna�onal schools, educators, and educa�on experts under one roof
This three-day event offers parents, students, and educators an opportunity to explore world-class learning op�ons, gain valuable career guidance, and engage in insigh�ul discussions shaping the future of educa�on in Africa.
Bookings are now open for exhibitors — but space is limited. Don’t miss the chance to showcase your ins�tu�on at East Africa’s premier interna�onal educa�on event.
Bolognese Sauce
Ingredients
• tbsp. e tra- irgin oli e oil
• onion, chopped
• carrot, peeled and finel chopped
• stalk celer , finel chopped
• lb. gro nd beef
• clo es garlic, minced
• / c. dr hite ine
• ( -o .) can cr shed tomatoes
• tbsp. tomato paste
• c. lo sodi m beef (or chicken) broth
• ba leaf
• c. hole milk
• / tsp. kosher salt
• Freshl gro nd black pepper
Direc ons
. In a large o en o er medi m-high heat, heat oil. Add onion, carrot, and celer , and cook n l so�, abo t min tes. S r in beef and garlic, breaking p meat ith back of a spoon. Cook n l no longer pink and lightl seared, abo t min tes.
. Add ine, and bring mi t re to a simmer. Cook n l ine is mostl red ced. S r in tomatoes, tomato paste, stock, and ba leaf, then red ce heat and simmer for ho r, allo ing fla ors to meld.
. Discard ba leaf, then grad all s r in milk. Co er ith a lid slightl ajar and simmer, s rring occasionall , n l milk is f ll incorporated, abo t min tes. Season ith salt and pepper
Pineapple Chicken
Ingredients
• tablespoons so sa ce
• tablespoons oli e oil, di ided
• ½ teaspoon paprika
• salt to taste
• po nd boneless, skinless chicken breast, c t into strips
• red bell pepper, c bed
• b nch scallions, trimmed & sliced into / -inch lengths
• ( o nce) can pineapple ch nks, drained & j ice reser ed
• tablespoon cornstarch
Direc ons
. Combine so sa ce, tablespoons oli e oil, paprika, and salt in a bo l. Add chicken strips and let marinate hile preparing the remaining ingredients.
. Heat remaining tablespoon oli e oil in a ok o er medi m-high heat. Add bell pepper and s r-fr for min tes.
. Add scallions and cook for more min tes.
. Remo e chicken from marinade and add to the ok; discard marinade. Cook, s rring occasionall , n l chicken is cooked thro gh and no longer pink in the center, to min tes.
. Combine pineapple j ice and cornstarch in a bo l; mi together. Add pineapple ch nks to the skillet and cook for to min tes.
. Po r in pineapple j ice mi t re and bring to a boil. Simmer n l sa ce has thickened, abo t min tes.
Why You Should Always Do What You Love
These da s, e are becoming more a are of the importance of self-care and p rs ing hat makes s happ , leading man to create the li es the ant.
Ho e er, e can s ll see the c lt rall ingrained image of the indi id al ho is st ck in a life that the don’t ant simpl beca se the need to do certain things to s r i e.
In fact, o ma kno people ho do e actl this or o ma lead a life like this o rself. Yo ma feel the p ll of re arding ac i es that bring a smile to o r face hile doing the things that pro ide li le spirit al al e to o r life.
In all of the intricacies of societ , e tend to forget one simple tr th: life is meant for li ing. We onl ha e so m ch me on this planet and e sho ld aste as li le me as possible on things that don’t make s happ . B t ho does one get started in their search for nbridled happiness?
Understand That Life Is All Abo t Balance
The first major misconcep on that comes ith b ilding a posi e life is that e er thing has to be posi e. People are er q ick to thro o t the things that are nega e and nenjo able b t learn j st as q ickl that this is simpl not a realis c or
s stainable a of li ing.
Wh ? Life is abo t balance. Yo can’t j st do hat o lo e beca se it is not possible. Yo are going to ha e to tackle things that aren’t f n in order to do hat o lo e, and there are also aspects of that o lo e b t are probabl not f n as ell. Yo are going to ha e to deal ith things that are npleasant hile o seek o t the posi e.
Kno That Yo Can’t Be Posi e All the Time
Another misconcep on is that one can be posi e all the me. We see a lot of people promo ng this lifest le that is all happiness. A life oid of sadness, darkness, and pain.
The tr th? Life can be dark. Yo are going to deal ith things that are painf l, tr ing, and diffic lt. It is an na oidable part of li ing life. Yo ha e to open o r heart and so l to li e a life orth li ing and this means opening it p for e er thing that co ld come its a
Rather than tr ing to escape, o need to b ild resilience to help o deal ith these things and o need to learn to c l ate a posi e mindset that helps o see the light in the darkness. Yo can’t a oid the dark aspects of life b t o can embrace them and t rn them into a
learning e perience that contrib tes to o r personal gro th.
Learn What Yo Lo e Personall and Professionall
Yo can’t b ild a life o lo e if o aren’t completel a are of hat o lo e and dri en to ards that passion. The first aspect of life that o ill need to foc s on is hat o ant to do d ring o r leis re me, as this ill be the easiest part of o r life to change.
Make a list of things that o ant to do more of d ring o r free me. Whether that in ol es spending more me ith certain people, engaging in hobbies that make o lose track of me hen o are doing them, or foc sing on impro ing different aspects of o r life s ch as o r fitness or o r financial sit a on, there are plent of a s o can be er li e o r free me b foc sing on doing things o enjo
Bo om Line
Doing hat o lo e means li ing a life o lo e and hen o think abo t it, sho ldn’t that be e er one’s goal?
�e ng started is as simple as reali ing hat o ant, ge ng rid of hat o don’t, and se ng o rself p for s ccess, three ps that o can learn more abo t ith the g ide abo e!
OWN A HOME IN ZANZIBAR
Live. Indulge. Evolve.
To li e in F mba is to li e the dream. The dream of a modern, spacio s, sec re and cosmopolitan lifest le on a tropical island. A life of ocean bree es and contemporar comforts, modern planning and s stainabilit
This is F mba To n, East Africa’s first eco-cit , one of the fast-gro ing rban de elopments aro nd Zan ibar A safe space for o r famil . A place to li e, ork and e ol e. High ret rns on in estment. And no the tallest mber apartment to er in the orld, Burj Zanzibar.
Penthouse in Burj Zanzibar
Experience the unseen of Angola
Serra da Leba
Epupa River
Namibe Desert
Maiombe Florest
Cuemba Falls
Tundavala