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Saturday Market Jan 7th
On Saturday, Dilara took us to the market.
It is a wonderfully eclectic mix of goods from all over the world - delightfully random. I dusted off my bargaining skills to buy a metal bracelet with camels on it, and I bought a lapis lazuli necklace from Afghanistan. In the evening, we walked along Gulf Road towards the Marina, passed through Marina Mall, and ate dinner at a wonderful cafe that we will definitely be frequenting. I've developed a slight obsession with lentil soup . . . maybe it's because I miss Foco's Indian lentil chili.
Next Stop: Failaka Island
We took a catamaran from the marina to Failaka Island, where we got to explore a bit, relax on the beach, and go swimming. The water in the Gulf is incredibly still; I haven't seen a wave yet, and when you look out o the horizon it seems to go forever. Something about the olor of the water and maybe the dust in the air make it seem hazier than the Atlantic coast. I have some cool pictures of the city skyline as we returned on the boat.
A Traditional Treat
That night, I hung out in a cafe with two friends, drinking traditional lemonade with mint. It's delicious; maybe I should send in a flavor suggestion to Morano Gelato? I drove around the city for a while. Cruising around is a really valid way to spend the time when a tank of gas costs about seven bucks.
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