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FOUR SEASONS RESORT MAURITIUS AT ANAHITA
COASTAL ROAD, BEAU CHAMP, MAURITIUS
CREATIVE DIRECTION BY KASAA GROUP • PHOTOGRAPHER KSENIYA CHEBIRYAK • MUAH ELENA VINOKOUROVA • MODELS VIKTORIA GRECHIKHINA, JULIA KRASILNIKOVA
CREATIVE DIRECTION BY KASAA GROUP • PHOTOGRAPHER KSENIYA CHEBIRYAK • MUAH ELENA VINOKOUROVA • MODELS VIKTORIA GRECHIKHINA, JULIA KRASILNIKOVA
Incredible Women. Incredible Lifestyle.
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Incredible Women. Incredible Lifestyle.
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Incredible Women. Incredible Lifestyle.
KASAA LIFE
Incredible Women. Incredible Lifestyle.
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C R U I S E '24
Incredible Women. Incredible Lifestyle.
KASAA LIFE
C O V E R S T O R Y
WITH
KATIA MOOCHOORAM
ONE MORNING
When you talk Fashion in Mauritius you think Katia Moochooram. Crowned Miss Earth Mauritius (2015), Face of the Reunion Island Tourism Board (2019 - 2020), Face of Mauritian luxury brands. Business woman, influencer, and Muay Thai Ambassador are just a few words how you can describe one of the most famous faces of the Island of Mauritius, Katia Moochooram.
Photography ERIC LEE / Location MAURITIUS
KASAA LIFE: Katia, please tell us how you usually start your day?
KATIA MOOCHOORAM: For alWell 3 times a week I wake up at 4.30am and start my boxing classes at 5am to 6am. Then I shower, grab my breakfast and head to work. Days on which I do not have boxing classes I usually wake up at 6.30
KASAA LIFE: Share your perfect breakfast recipe.
KATIA MOOCHOORAM: Actually, I have two favorite breakfasts. One of which is the Mango and Papaya smoothie and the other is an avocado toast. The Mango and Papaya smoothie is very easy to realize plus its super healthy. The perks of living on a tropical island is all the tropical fruits we have during summertime. What I do is that I peel my mangoes when it’s the season and freeze them so I get to eat them ALL over the year until the next mango season. I take out a few frozen mango pieces, peel fresh ripe papaya, add some coconut milk (you can add any other non-dairy milk) blend it all. Then I pour the mix in a bowl and add my favorite toppings: rice crisp, cornflakes, chia seeds, granola and coconut flakes.
And for the avocado toast as well, I absolutely love local avocadoes, I like the creamy texture add some salt and pepper on top and Bon Appetit!
KASAA LIFE: What sports are you in? And why did you choose it?
KATIA MOOCHOORAM: Back in school I was already quite an athletic person, I loved trying all kind of sports back then. About 3 years ago now I started Muay Thai and this was maybe due to watching a couple of Muay Thai sparring when I was in Thailand. From my first Muay Thai class, I knew from now on this is what I wanted to do and make myself better at it.
I am a very active person and after an hour of Muay Thai training it helps me to be more focused and canalize my energy especially before work. I prefer Outdoors definitely for training and in an actual boxing ring for the adrenaline feel while sparring.
KL: What kind of music do you like and what kind of music do you listen to?
KM: While boxing I do not put any music on, this helps me to focus on my breathing and be more aware of my surroundings. But you will definitely catch me singing in my car on my way to somewhere. All types of music really, it depends on my mood but generally summer hits bring in a good vibe.
KL: What are the music trends in Mauritius? Are there any bands or singers we should know?
KM: Ohhh yes, we have loads of talented music artists locally. The Prophecy, Blackayo and I also love Babani records.
KL: How would you describe Mauritius in your childhood? It must have looked totally different compared to now.
KM: I lived my childhood in the center of the island but during school holidays, my family would go to my grandpa's holiday house on the west coast in Flic en Flac. Back in the days it was not that busy as it is now, there were only a few houses. Now it’s a whole different story, but yet still more peaceful compared to the other areas of Flic en Flac because we are on the cliff side rather than closer to the beach. Personally, I think the cliffs have more character because of its wilderness and I love watching the sunset there after work with my partner.
KL: What are you most proud of?
KM: At a very young age I wanted to have my own place. I have been through the whole process of the architect plans, construction and furnishing. It’s a small place but I love it so much and I am very proud of this achievement.
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Describe your image
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KL:Tell us about your two favorite books. Why did you choose them?
KM: “Into the Wild” by Jon Krakauer; because I love adventure and it’s the story of a young lady who decides to go on an adventure on her own and the hurdles she meets along the way.
The second one is “The Secret'' by Rhonda Byrne; I once a year run through the book because it reminds me that the energy that I send to the universe is what I get. Sometimes when I feel low this book puts me back on track.
KL: Favorite place in Mauritius ?
KM: All over the Island, hard to pick one. We are blessed by nature in terms of Mountains, waterfalls and beaches.
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KL: Favorite expression in Kreol we should know...
KM: It's practically impossible to go a day without hearing a Mauritian use the word “Ayo”. Definitely the most used Mauritian expression and yet having a different meaning depending on the situations it is used
“Ayo” is used to express frustration, anxiety, disappointment. “Ayo I just spilled coffee on my shirt!”
“Ayo” is also used to show admiration, appreciation or love for something. “Ayo, I love your bag!”
KL: How do you fight fatigue?
KM: I let it win, I sleep. I can’t keep up with fatigue in general. I listen a lot to my mind and body and give it rest when it needs it.
KL: Mauritius recently reopened its borders to vaccinated tourists from all over the world. Katia as a globetrotter, you better than anyone know your paradise Island, tell us what are your favorite luxury hotels on the island?
KM: We do have a lot of 5 stars and 5 stars plus hotels all over the island, each one of them different and yet beautiful in its own way. For instance, I will opt for the top luxury One & Only Le St Géran. Both the Spa and cabanas near the pool feel very private and a cool place to chill but also the spa and sport activities, this hotel has it all. An equally exceptional hotel is the Shangri-La Le Touessrok Hotel. This hotel is just huge, as guests you have exclusive access to Mangenie Island, the Ile aux cerf golf course found on ile aux cerf island, water sports activities, not to mention a beautiful spa and swimming pool as well to enjoy cocktails
Another hotel I am so looking forward to discovering is the Lux Grand Baie which officially opened at the beginning of this December. I have heard from friends who have been there already and share only positive reviews about how unique, luxurious and out of this world this hotel is. So you can imagine my excitement level to be there and share it all to my online audience by making them discover the new Lux* Grand Baie
KL: Where is the best fine dining experience on the island?
KM: Same again so many addresses to recommend, all hotels have amazing gastronomy restaurants with different cuisine to please any fine dining seeker.
KL: What is the best Mauritian meal you would recommend?
KM: I enjoy local food so much; we use a lot of spices which bring up so many flavors. I would recommend trying the fish or the chicken curry with black lentils and rice or even a fish soup with a coconut chutney and rice. Living the Mauritian experience is also through its gastronomy discovery.
KL: What is your favorite spot for sundowners?
KM: Anyplace from the west coast to the south west of the Island. There are a wide range of spots. Personally, I have three favorite locations. One is on the cliff in Flic en Flac, the other is on Le Morne beach with the Le Morne mountain behind and lastly at Tamarin Bay beach
KL: Any other gourmet spots to try?
KM: Definitely when doing a road trip in Chamarel make a stop at the local gourmet Le Palais de Barbizon Restaurant - typically local and a great discovery. I can’t tell you more besides, do not expect a luxury venue, but the food there is AMAZING!
KL: Where are and what are the best places on the Island where we can do an early morning workout?
KM: Definitely the East coast with a sunrise meditation followed by a yoga session. Great way to welcome positivity for the day.
KL: What is the thing you can only do in Mauritius?
KM: What an emblematic underwaterfall. It’s like an illusion of a waterfall under the water when watched from the sky.
KL: What are your best spots for lunch on the weekend in Mauritius?
KM: Wapalapam in Le Morne, Bloom in Pereybere, La Correspondances Brasserie des arts, Bali Cravings in Bagatelle,
Nomad in Riviere Noire.
KL: We heard that you even play golf. Tell us how it was and where is the best golf course experience?
KM: I have just started playing golf since the beginning of this year. My partner plays and I join him when he goes out playing, I am still learning. Well, we do have amazing golf courses in Mauritius. I still haven’t played on all of them but to mention a few: Ile aux cerfs golf course, the Heritage golf course, the Constance golf course, Tamarina Golf course.
We have golf tournaments over the year like the Legends Tour and the Afrasia Bank Mauritius Open.
KL: Great day yacht trips include…
KM: A great summer hits playlist, rosé, and close friends.
KL: The best viewpoint?
KM: My two favorites are on top of Le Morne mountain for a southern view of the ocean and on top of Pieter Both Mountain for a 360 degree view of the island. You are in the center of the island.
KL: A souvenir to bring back?
This is a hard one, our souvenir shops are so vast in variety to bring back to your family in ranges from our signature jewelry collection from local artisans (seashells and sea creatures and animals), textile like the sarong or our signature holiday shirt, locally produced rum or sugar. The choice is huge.
KL: A movie to watch before coming to Mauritius?
KM: I would recommend watching “Resort to Love” which came out on Netflix this year. It’s a romantic comedy shot in Mauritius. I can’t say more, just make sure you watch it.
KL: Sport legging or a jumpsuit?
KM: Sport legging.
KL: Tea or coffee? Coffee.
KM: Coffee.
KL: Sea or Mountain?
KM: Sea.
KL: Gym or yoga?
KM: Gym.
KL: Sunrise or sunset?
KM: Sunset.
Art Direction JULIA KAPITONOVA SAADA
Photography ERIC LEE
Styling MILA PROST
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