A Spell of Winning Spins and Winning Hearts at Fun City Pakistan

“Food to eat and games to play.
Tell me why, tell me why.
Serve it out and eat it up.
Have a try, have a try.”

― Brian Jacques

What happens when a mall becomes all bright and cheery with evenings featuring exciting games and fun activities? It turns into a Fun City, that’s what! Basking in the ambiance of colors and delight, Fun City Pakistan hosted the first-ever Wheel of Fortune game event at Giga Mall as a part of their Shopping Festival celebration.

Spanning over a period of 10 days, the evenings presented some super fun game challenges to the visitors whose response had been nothing short of overwhelming. Not only the kids participated in the activities with full energy and zeal and zest, the youngsters and the elderly equally took part in them with the same pinch of enthusiasm. No wonder it was such a delight watching people playing musical chairs or blowing up balloons or trying their luck while rolling out dices on the giant Ludo floor competing for the win!


                                             

So wanna play on this jumbo luddo#funcitypk #funcityfortunewheel pic.twitter.com/kyc2nwl2GX

— Afshan Younus (@AfshanYounus) December 26, 2017

Although, “Everyone’s a Winner” at Fun City Pakistan, the individuals competing for the Wheel of Fortune game had to conquer various “Minute to Win It” challenges in order to qualify for the winning spin. Challenges like Flip the Lid, Face The Cookie, Spoon and Ball Race and Tea Party not only kept the participants entertained but it also turned out to be an enthralling experience for the audience. 

                                             

The winning participants who qualified for the spin got their hands on exciting prizes and gift vouchers courtesy of various sponsoring brands including and not limited to Sana Safinaz, Oaks, Claire, Max & Max, Makeup City, Gloria Jeans, Bombay Chowpatti, Juices Island, Pepes Piri Piri, Burger King, China Grill. Now who wouldn’t want some free products on a shopping spree! 

I hear Sana Safinaz is also giving away gift vouchers at the Fun City Wheel of Fortune. I'm there! #funcitypk

— Ayesha Jamal (@ayshjml) December 26, 2017

Aur kisi cheez k liye nae bus Makeup City k voucher k liye @funcitypk jaana hai #funcitypk #funcityfortunewheel

— Philomena (@Zee_e_) December 26, 2017

Claires♡♡♡♡♡ I'm never gonna be too old for it 🙈 #Funcitypk

— Nabeha Latif (@Nabehal) December 26, 2017

Turning out to be an ideal family outing for everyone this winter, the place had something for everybody to have a good time at the event. The ones who didn’t fancy playing games took delight in the musical performances by celebrities such as Rabi Peerzada who rocked the stage.

                                      

Facilitating entertainment to all age groups, Fun City Pakistan has emerged as one of the leading pioneers of family entertainment in Pakistan. Their high adrenaline rides, the Mini Dance Party 360, the Top Flip, etc. make it an amusing recreational hub for all ages and tastes.

So if you are up for some fun along with shopping in the Capital, now you know where to ride!

Follow #FunCityPk on Twitter for more updates on the joy ride!

Me-O Wonder Cat Show: A Purr-fect Rendezvous with Fabulous Felines

“I Tawt I Taw A Puddy Tat!” . . . . . . . that left me in awe and wonder.

Cats are the most beautiful pets one can have and while I remember keeping them as a pet long time ago, I do not recall if I ever thought much about the different breeds and colors of a cat until I headed over to a cat-walk being held in the neighborhood. Celebrating the fur-ever love for the furry balls, the 6^th Me-O Annual Wonder Cat Show was a total delight to watch!

Held on December 10, 2017 at Maritime Museum in Karachi, the event gathered more than 50 cat breeders and cat owners at one place. The event kicked off with a catwalk where owners took a stroll down the runway displaying their dapper, bowtie-clad cats to the audience after which they were carried to the judges’ table for further evaluation on how well they suited the standard for their own breed.

There was never a dull moment at the cat show where a range of pedigree and pure-bred cats kept the audience captivated and entertained with their feline beauty and grace. 

   

Apart from the exciting catwalk, different kinds of fun activities such as Magic Show, Fire Dance, Hip Hop Dances, and Comedy Sessions were also arranged for the audience’ recreation. What the crowd enjoyed the most was the photo session where cat lovers took pictures with the adorable kitties.

The Me-O Annual Wonder Cat Show has been a regular feature for the last six years being organized by Qureshi Enterprises - the sole distributors of Me-O cat food in Pakistan. These one-of-its-kind cat shows have not only brought the cat enthusiasts together but they have also helped cat breeders in finding customers for their p-awesome beauties. Who wouldn’t want to own a fluffy kitten after all!

The Team Behind Me-O Wonder Cat Show

The event concluded with the distribution of shields and gift hampers to the winning participants, making us believe in what a famous musician, Ray Charles once said,

“Whether they be the musician cats in my band or the real cats of the world, they all got style.”
 

Paving Ways for Brighter Future with #First1000Days of Nutrition – Start Healthy, Stay Healthy!

Photo Courtesy: HolisticSquid

Congratulations! You have a baby! What’s Next?

There’s nothing that can be compared with the ebullient joy of becoming a mother. Not having experienced it myself; however, all those interesting tales being told by my friends strengthen my belief in it. Each one has an unforgettable memory about the beginning of her child’s life. And from all those stories, I can safely conclude that the sacred bond between a mother and her child begins from the very moment the baby finds its way into her womb and once she becomes aware of her baby’s existence, she immediately starts pondering over ways on how to provide her child the perfect start to life. This is where the #First1000Days of healthy nutrition comes into play!

Researchers have identified the fact that environment experienced during the critical time frame of pre and post natal development have modulating effects on an individual’s health later in life. It is the #First1000Days of life from pregnancy to your child’s second birthday that is considered as a crucial period for his/her physical and intellectual development and lifelong health. Therefore, it becomes imperative for a mother-to-be to ensure that her child receives adequate nutrition during this window so as to secure a brighter future for her baby.   

Translating this knowledge into a concrete action, Nestlé Pakistan stepped up and organized a blogger meet at Pearl Continental Hotel, Karachi on 12^th September 2015 under its initiative titled, ‘Start Healthy, Stay Healthy’.  

Dr. Huma Fahim, Medical Advisor in Nestlé Nutrition, highlighted the significance of the #First1000Days through an informative presentation, which was followed by an interactive quiz.

Photo Courtesy: Sara Muzzammil

Addressing the same concern, Waqar Ahmad, the Head of Corporate Affairs, said, “Nestlé has an expertise in nutrition and believes it has a responsibility to share that expertise. We want to promote better health through good nutrition in the first 1,000 days of life. Research shows that children who don’t get proper nutrition in their early years can’t fully develop their physical and cognitive potential and are at an increased risk of poor health as adults."

The event was attended by prominent bloggers and online influencers who showed their massive support for the initiative and also took a pledge via social media to use their influence to raise awareness about the importance of nutrition in the #First1000Days of a child’s life.

And the journey doesn't end here. In fact, this marks the inception of a comprehensive awareness program that aims at creating a brighter tomorrow for your child starting from a healthier today, thus in turn contributing towards building healthier societies and making this world a better place.

Photo Courtesy: Famma Malik

Let’s come together for a healthy future of Pakistan. Let the #First1000Days do the miracle!