Mafaz Mohamed; “It’s not just a game”
Growing up in the Maldives, a significant number of us enjoyed our adolescence outdoors, more often playing football, a primary sport of choice for most locals. Nevertheless, in recent years, basketball has gained considerable traction, and one name frequently associated with the sport is Mafaz Mohamed. From track & field to football to boxing and […]
UNVEILING ART
Art that transforms it’s audience and makes them feel something, lasts an eternity These are truly the moments when we are able to be in such close proximity and appreciate the wonder that is the Maldivian talent, skill and hardwork. Meeting the artists and getting a BTS view of these masterpieces were the cherry on […]
Heard of Javaabu? These are the Changemakers that have been shaping the Maldives
The clock struck 20:00 in the capital city of Male’, a father checked his number of the day with his expense-tracking ‘Heydha’ App. A couple of blocks over, recent college graduate sat finishing up a simple form on the JobCenter website, she will soon be matched with an employer and job posting most suited for […]
Chef Adil : A leader in the culinary profession
It all started when a young Adil joined the legendary Four Seasons Apprenticeship Program. Fast forward several years and there is no denying that he is not only a pioneer and tastemaker in the Maldivian culinary field, but a true leader with laser-like focus. After moving to Vakkaru, He also worked in properties of Universal […]
Fathimath Maisham – a one woman powerhouse and boss lady!
Fathimath Maisham is the definition of drive, creativity and hard work all rolled into one. We were lucky enough to carve out a few minutes from her busy schedule to sit down and talk about what makes her tick. What we found was an intelligent, incredibly business savvy woman who not only works very hard, […]
Wonder Woman of Sugar & Bloom
Discover the inspiring journey of Amy, the self-taught baker behind Sugar & Bloom, who turned a hobby into a thriving cake business in the Maldives. From custom fondant creations to traditional Maldivian-themed cakes, Amy’s passion and skill are a true celebration of talent, dedication, and sweet success.
FLAKY HERBS: A couple’s food adventure!
Food is somethings that brings people together and food is what made this couple’s grow together as it was one of their common grounds. A professional Chef, Shammu and a cooking enthusiast Shahu: the husband wife-duo shared their food journey with us at Ka leo. Flaky pastry is a favorite of Shahu and herbs an […]
GraNora: Bowl of Goodness by Noora!
Some say that “breakfast is the most important meal of the day”. Do you agree? Well, even if you do, sometimes the morning rush is so constrained that you skip this important meal. Breakfast cereals are a convenient option for the busy-bodies as it requires zero prep-time and you can have it in a jiffy […]
The Dessertbox:A sweet tooth’s greatest fantasy
Addicted to the complexity, intricateness and science that surrounds baking, 21-year-old Fathima Zaeem Ahmed, started a little project that we all have come to know as ‘Dessert Box’. She gathers inspiration from the simplest of things that life has to offer; the trees, the ocean and the sunset. In other words, mother-nature seems to be […]
Local Craft; Baby Mobiles Handmade with Love to bring Joy!
Imagine a little bub laying in a crib staring at a space baby mobile and wandering off to a deep sleep or a baby waking up from a restful nap and cooing and babbling while looking into a tropical rainforest themed mobile smiling at the beautiful toucans and monstera leaves hung over the crib. This […]
