Previous Contests

The DJ ELIE ATTIEH Contest  // ended DEC 22, 2007
   

The contestants were to answer the following questions correctly, to be entered in a draw.

  1. At which age did Elie start his involvement in the music industry?
    (a) 13     (b) 28     (c) 18

  2. Which of Elie's classic arabic song mix was a huge hit in 2002?
    (a) Ya Zamaan     (b) Inta Omri     (c) Inta Fein

  3. Which Amr Diab song was mixed by DJ Attieh?
    (a) Albi Ekhtarak     (b) Habibi     (c) Wala Leila

Three winner were randomly selected, each winning 2 "autographed" CDs from DJ Attieh.

   

NOTE: All the answers could be found on DJ Elie Attieh's Official Website
   

The BLOM Bank Beirut International Marathon Contest  // ended NOV 18, 2007

The contestants were to answer the following 4 questions correctly, to be entered in a draw.
 
  1. When was the first Beirut International Marathon ever run?
    (a) October 19, 2003     (b) October 22, 2001     (c) June 11, 1974
  2. The marathon comprises of 3 separate races, held:
    (a) on the same day     (b) on 3 separate days     (c) over a period of 3 months
  3. In addition to promoting running, health, and personal achievement, the BIM also has a:
    (a) religious connotation     (b) political awareness role     (c) humanitarian / charity dimension
  4. The marathon this year is held:
    (a) NOV 12, 13, 14     (b) NOV 18     (c) from OCT 20 to DEC 25

The 3 winners received official Beiut Marathon gear, which was presented as prizes by the Beirut Marathon Association.

NOTE: All the answers could be found on the Beirut International Marathon Website
     

The 2007 Ramadan Contest  // ended OCT 11, 2007

The contestants were to identify the following 4 famous Lebanese correctly, to be entered in a draw.

The winner received a limited edition proud2bLebanese.com silver keychain. It features a cedar emblem and the words "proud 2b Lebanese".
 
  1. World renowned fashion designer. Creator of the dress that Hale Berry was wearing when she won an Oscar in 2001. [ Elie Saab ]
  2. Executive producer of a large number of movies like Rambo, Total Recall, Terminator, Basic Instincts, Cliffhanger, and I-Spy. [ Mario Kassar ]
  3. A two-time Grammy Award-winning and eight-time Latin Grammy Award-winning artist. She is the highest-selling Colombian artist of all time. [ Shakira ]
  4. He is a Lebanese legend, having co-written the universal declaration of human rights. [ Charles Malek ]

NOTE: The profiles of these 4 Lebanese celebrities are available on poud2bLebanese.com
     

The ShooFiMaFi.com 7th Birthday Contest  // ended AUG 24, 2007

The contestants were to answer the following 4 questions correctly, to be entered in a draw.

The winner received a DVD of the Fairuz musical "Mais El Reem".
 

1- When was ShooFiMaFi.com created?

(a) August 1st, 2000
(b) September 11, 2001
(c) February 14, 2005

2- What was ShooFiMaFi.com for the first 5 years?

(a) search engine
(b) web magazine
(c) online university

  

3- What is the main objective of ShooFiMaFi.com?

(a) connecting the Lebanese wherever they may be
(b) promoting the Lebanese cuisine
(c) sharing wallpapers

4- How many coordinators does ShooFiMaFi.com have?

(a) 5
(b) 120
(c) 25
     

The Malhem Zein Contest  // ended MAY 2, 2007
The contestants were to answer the following 3 questions correctly, to be entered in a draw, and the 3 winners received an "autographed" copy of a ShooFiMaFi.com postcard.
(1)  

What's the name of Melhem's first hit?
a- Inti Msheeti
b- Dakhilo
c- Habibi Ya Ana
(2)  

When was Melhem born?
a- October 20, 1980
b- October 19, 1981
c- October 21, 1982
(3)  

What's the name of Melhem's latest hit?
a- Shoo Sayer
b- Mamnunak Ana
c- Kammil Kalamak

The VALENTINE (Karol Sakr) Contest  //
ended FEB 16, 2007
The contestants were to answer the following 3 questions correctly, to be entered in a draw, and the 3 winners received an "autographed" copy of Karol's latest CD.
(1)  

What was the name of the band that made Karol famous in the late 80s?
a- ZED
b- XYZ
c- LEB
(2)  

What's the name of Karol's latest CD?
a- Hakini
b- Wayn Bla'eek
c- Da'et Albak
(3)  

Where was Karol born?
a- Beirut
b- Zahle
c- Tyr

The Chantal Chamandy Contest    //
ended JAN 20, 2007

By answering the following 6 questions, the contestant's name was entered in a random draw for a chance to win 1 of 3 "autographed" CDs from Chantal Chamandy.

  1. Since when do you know ShooFiMaFi.com?
  2. How did you first hear about it?
  3. In which country do you live?
  4. What are the top 3 Lebanese websites that you visit?
  5. What's ShooFiMaFi.com missing?
  6. What can be done to improve the site?

The "PHOTO" Contest   // ended NOV 24, 2006

EXCLUSIVE: The winning photos can be yours on a 2007 calendar,... [learn more]

The contestants were each to submit up to 3 photos that they've taken themselves in Lebanon, for a chance to win an iPod nano or 1 of 11 other amazing prizes. Our panel of judges selected the 12 winning photos.

Following are the winners and the prizes they received:
 
   
         
wins iPod nano from MAQAM.com   wins $100 gift certificate from MAQAM.com   wins $100 gift certificate from MAQAM.com
         
   
         
wins $50 gift certificate from MAQAM.com   wins $50 gift certificate from MAQAM.com   wins $50 gift certificate from MAQAM.com
         
   
         
wins artwork from LebanonArt.com   wins artwork from LebanonArt.com   wins arguily from Arguily.com
         
   
         
wins arguily from Arguily.com   wins Little Phoenician doll from PEEPHOLE   wins Little Phoenician doll from PEEPHOLE
 

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The "NANCY AJRAM" Contest  // ended JUNE 18, 2006

The contestants were to answer the following 3 questions correctly, to be entered in a draw, and the 6 winners received either a CD or a Postcard that's "autographed" by Nancy.

Thanks to all 653 contestants who participated.
 
(1)  

At what age did Nancy participate in Nujoum Al Mostakbal, winning the gold medal (Tarab)?
a- 15     b- 18     c- 12 (correct answer)
(2)  

Nancy's first album was titled:
a- Shil Oyounak Anni    b- Mouhtagalak (correct answer)   c- Ah w Noss
(3)  

In 2003, Nancy won the best Arab singer award at which festival?
a- Oscar Video Clips Festival (correct answer)
b- Byblos Art Award Festival
c- Emmy Arabia Festival

The "Lebanese Flag MAGNET" Contest   // ended MAY 7, 2006

The contestants were to answer the following 3 questions correctly, to be entered in a draw, and the 6 winners each received 2 LARGE "Lebanese Flag Magnets".

Thanks to all 232 contestants who participated.
   
(1)  

What does the white colour symbolize?
a) snow (correct answer)
b) peace
c) cleanliness
(2)  

The flag was first hand drawn on:
a) JULY 13, 1952
b) NOV 11, 1943 (correct answer)
c) JAN 16, 1935
(3)  

The green in the middle is:
a) a pine tree
b) just a generic tree
c) the cedar (correct answer)

 

Prize presented by Bassem Fakhoury: bassemhounada@hotmail.com

Magnet Specs: CIRCULAR / 15 cm in diameter (5 3/4 inches) and RECTANGULAR / 14 x 11.5 cm (5 1/2 x 4 1/2 inches). Order yours by e-mailing Bassem.




The "Little Phoenician" Contest   // ended APR 8, 2006

The contestants were to answer the following 3 questions correctly, to be entered in a draw, and the 3 winners each received a "Little Phoenician" doll.

 
(1)  

What is the concept behind Little Phoenician?
a) A little plush doll, a big message of hope (correct answer)
b) A little plush doll, a big sinking boat
c) A little plush doll, a big tub full of soap
(2)  

The Phoenicians invented the:
a) Internet
b) alphabet (correct answer)
c) microwave popcorn
(3)  

Early inhabitants of Lebanon were the Phoenicians who were also known as:
a) the cedar dudes
b) the untouchables
c) the Canaanites (correct answer)

 

Prize presented by www.LittlePhoenician.com


The "I Am Crazy About Lebanon" Contest   // ended FEB 13, 2006

The contestants were to send us a picture of anything that shows how crazy they are about Lebanon!

The prizes were as follows:

First PRIZE

Lebanon in "3D" Photo CD
(with 3D goggles)

Second PRIZE

Discover Lebanon tourism CD
(interactive)

Third PRIZE

Lebanon Cuisine Postcard Set
(8 postcards)

 

 

The ShooFiMaFi.com CHRISTMAS Contest   // ended DEC 24, 2005

The contestants were to let us know why they are "proud 2b Lebanese"!

We received 324 entries, the 4 winners were awarded:

1. an autographed copy of Beirut's Memory by Ayman Trawi (personal photographer of the late PM Hariri)

[learn more about the book | see pictures]

2. three prizes, each consisting of 2 autographed CDs from Stephanie Farhat and Alain sawaya

[learn more about the artists | sample music/video clips]

The ShooFiMaFi.com RAMADAN Contest   // ended NOV 5, 2005

The contestants were to locate the 10 differences between these 2 photos:

 

<< SOLUTION >>

We received 218 correct responses, and the 3 winners were awarded a:

1. Lebanese Cap,
2. Lebanese Summer Hat, or
3. Beirut CD (with multimedia content).

The ShooFiMaFi.com WRISTBAND Contest   // ended JUL 17, 2005

The contestants were to locate the 6 differences between these 2 photos:

  

<< SOLUTION >>

We received 311 correct responses, and the winners were randomly selected on July 17.

Each winner received 2 official "unity / independence for Lebanon" wristbands from our friends at UnitedForLebanon.com

 

The ShooFiMaFi.com FLAG Contest   // ended APR 24, 2005

The contestants were to locate the 6 differences between these 2 photos:

  

<< SOLUTION >>

We received an overwhelming wave of 826 correct responses, and the winners were randomly selected on April 23rd.

Each winner received a quality Lebanese Flag (35 x 22 inches), and the first person to enter the contest with the correct response received a flag PLUS an "INDEPENDENCE 05" banner.

The ShooFiMaFi.com NEW YEAR Contest   // ended JAN 15, 2005

The contestants were to locate the 6 differences between these 2 photos:

 

<< SOLUTION >>

We received 482 correct entries, and a random draft was performed to select the 3 winners, whom each received a 2005 Lebanese Calendar.

The ShooFiMaFi.com November Contest // ended NOV 14, 2004

Contestants were to view 4 photos from Lebanon and identify where each was taken. We received 658 correct entries, and performed a random draft to select the lucky winners. The prizes were:

All 10 winners receive an "Autographed" copy of Houssam Habib's CD "Lissa".

The first 3 winners also receive a package of Lebanese
Postcards from LebanonPostcard

 The fourth and fifth winners also receive a digital postcard of Beirut.

 

 


The ShooFiMaFi.com Summer Contest // ended AUG 2004

Contestants were to send us their Lebanese recipes, for a chance to win one of 3 packages, each including:

"Autographed"
Yuri Mrakadi / CD

Lebanese
Panoramic Poster

 "Autographed"
Munir Khauli / CD


The second ShooFiMaFi.com Contest // ended MAY 2004

Contestants were to write an article, for a chance to win one of 2 autographed copies of Burning Desire, a novel by Montaha (Mona) Kochou.

The book tells the story of a young and attractive Lebanese lady, who travels to America for a visit, but is not able to return to Beirut, due to the civil war, leaving behind her true love. The war forces her to stay in America and marry an American citizen, to stay legally, and thus save the lives of her loved ones from the flames of war.

The first ShooFiMaFi.com Contest // ended FEB 2003

Contestants were to write an article, for a chance to win one of the following 3 prizes:

FIRST PRIZE

A Package of 8 postcards with eight envelopes, available in two languages (French and English), reproducing the works and poems of the artist Joseph Matar.


SECOND PRIZE

A choice between a colored or sepia Lebanese poster.


THIRD PRIZE

A choice of 5 Lebanese postcards.


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