Annette Mumbi

Tune Hotel Nairobi; The budget hotel that is actually quite awesome

Annette MumbiDecember 14, 2016

I checked into Tune Hotels a little after sunset on a Friday evening, just like a business traveller would after a long day of meetings. The aura was delightful...

Meet Joseph Maina, the Supreme Chefs Challenge winner who swears by Mbuzi Choma

Annette MumbiNovember 21, 2016

Chef Joseph Maina is the senior sous chef at Nairobi Safari Club, and he just recently won first place in the International Category of the first ever Supreme C...

The best of Voyager Beach Resort and excursions around Mombasa

Annette MumbiOctober 25, 2016

I got to spend a weekend at the Voyager, in the company of an amazing crew of travel writers and photographers, and this post takes you through the highlights o...

Hotel Review: Serena Beach Resort and Spa in Mombasa

Annette MumbiAugust 4, 2015

There are many things that you will remember from your first night at Serena Beach Resort and Spa. For those with an eye for art or design, it will be the stunn...

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Restaurant Review: Terrace Restaurant at Intercontinental Hotel Nairobi

Annette MumbiJune 17, 2014

You will find the Terrace Restaurant adjacent to the outdoor pool at the Intercontinental Hotel Nairobi. It is swanky and cozy and you are bound to like it ...

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The Infinix Alpha Marvel (X502) Phone Review

Annette MumbiApril 14, 2014

The Infinix Alpha Marvel (X502) is a sleek, 6.98mm thin smartphone whose svelte build and striking appearance give it an air of luxury. It has a 5 inch HD tou...

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Why you should experience 7D Cinema at Thika Road Mall

Annette MumbiMarch 24, 2014

Imagine watching a horror movie where a snake grabs the leg of the character in the film then realizing that itâ€™s YOUR leg that has been grabbed so you ca...

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Restaurant Review: Peteâ€™s CafÃ© and Burrito Haven

Annette MumbiNovember 11, 2013

Peteâ€™s CafÃ© and Burrito Haven is a swanky restaurant located at Bishop Magua Centre, Opposite Uchumi Hyper on Nairobiâ€™s Ngong Road. Itâ€™s a Burrito Ha...

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The health benefits of Olivia extra virgin olive oil

Annette MumbiNovember 1, 2013

With the rise in cases of lifestyle diseases like heart disease, some types of Cancer and Diabetes, it is no wonder that more health professionals emphasize...

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5 fun places to take your friends in Nairobi

Annette MumbiOctober 30, 2013

Ever had the need to celebrate or just have fun with family or friends and youâ€™re looking to try something new? Here are some of the activities in and aroun...

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Restaurant Review: Kaldis coffee house

Annette MumbiOctober 17, 2013

Itâ€™s easy to ignore the huge tree thatâ€™s poised by the roadside, right outside Kaldis Coffee House, until you try to make pictorial memories. The large ...

You should date a girl who travels

Annette MumbiOctober 9, 2013

Date a girl who travels because you owe yourself a break from the chain of terrible first dates. A girl who travels may not have been born with a sense of humor...

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Hotel Review: The Nairobi Hilton at a glance

Annette MumbiSeptember 19, 2013

10.30 a.m. finds me waiting for my host at the CafÃ© American, to the left of the entrance of Nairobi Hilton. Thereâ€™s a distinct aroma of freshly brewed c...

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Restaurant Review: Travellers Restaurant at Nairobi Hilton

Annette MumbiSeptember 6, 2013

Travellers Restaurant is one of four restaurants that make Nairobi Hilton the ultimate stop for anyone looking for an optimal combination of class, quality ...

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Restaurant Review: Palm Cafe at Heri Heights

Annette MumbiJuly 29, 2013

Palm Cafe is an exquisite restaurant located at the heart of the Heri Heights Luxury Serviced Apartments, along Nairobi's State House Road. The Cafe is on Kolob...

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Restaurant review: Sundeck Pizzeria And Grill

Annette MumbiJuly 9, 2013

The Sundeck Pizzeria and Grill is an exquisite restaurant located at the junction of University Way and Koinange Street, inside the Nairobi Safari Club. It ...

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Inculcating a saving culture

Annette MumbiMay 30, 2013

Image via Saving money is one of those things that we resolve to do by end of year as we make our New Year resolutions. The impetus to save ranges from the ...

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Children and excellence

Annette MumbiMay 28, 2013

Image via A child saying they look up to you or saying that they are proud of you with all sincerity sometimes brings a bittersweet feeling. Hearing such wo...

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Restaurant review: San Bistro

Annette MumbiMay 17, 2013

San Bistro is a classy restaurant located on the first floor of GMC House in Nairobiâ€™s Kimathi Street and a seat by the balcony gives a great view of the busy...

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The joys and pains of Public Service Vehicles

Annette MumbiMay 13, 2013

Image via The transport sector is a major driver of the economy and in this regard, I believe that we have a lot to thank Public Service Vehicles (PSVs) for...

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Incorporating learning during play

Annette MumbiMay 9, 2013

Image via There are many things that we learn in our adulthood that make us resolve to teach our children from a young age. For some people it is learning h...

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African timers – Not

Annette MumbiMay 9, 2013

Most of us can loosely be referred to as African timers by virtue of the fact that weâ€™re Africans or we live in Africa and that we hardly ever keep time. ...

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Restaurant Review: Greenview Restaurant

Annette MumbiApril 5, 2013

Greenview Restaurant is an exquisite eatery located along Tubman Road, opposite Jamia Mall in Nairobiâ€™s CBD. It is largely known for its fish fingers and chic...

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Elections 2013 – What our take away from it should be

Annette MumbiMarch 27, 2013

Well, Monday 4th came and we voted peacefully. Then we waited and waited and waited and we were still waiting at the time of the first draft of this article...

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Restaurant Review: Highlands Restaurant

Annette MumbiMarch 27, 2013

Highlands group is a chain of restaurants that serve a wide range of African delicacies in the heart of Nairobi city. Its branches make it easily accessible...

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Can I find your business online?

Annette MumbiMarch 27, 2013

I bet we all have tried to find out information about a business or eatery online at one point or other. Sometimes we need to get contact details or general...

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What I love about memes

Annette MumbiMarch 22, 2013

A few weeks ago I had to do a group photo shoot for a leadership project and we were judged on creativity amongst other qualities. One of the things that came t...

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Insecurity: How can we help each other?

Annette MumbiMarch 22, 2013

The other day I was at a bus stop in one of those towns that are notorious for crime. It was around seven in the evening and darkness was only beginning to set ...

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Restaurant Review: Sizzlin Grills

Annette MumbiMarch 19, 2013

Sizzlin Grills is a refined restaurant that is located on Highbury Building at the junction of Moi Avenue and Ronald Ngala Street in Nairobiâ€™s Central Busines...

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Losing a loved one

Annette MumbiMarch 13, 2013

I know how mama looks at the basket she used to carry food to her sister in hospital. Sheâ€™s too strong for tears but I know it has taken time to heal up those...

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Restaurant Review: The Mug

Annette MumbiMarch 7, 2013

The Mug is an exquisite coffeehouse located in Nairobiâ€™s CBD. The coffeehouse is on the Ground floor of Jubilee Insurance House on Kaunda Street and its c...