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Make your dream wedding come to life with a comprehensive guide specially crafted for you. In this issue, we have featured a wedding guide that aims to help and inspire you every step of the way. From the perfect dress to the perfect venue, the perfect planning starts here.

On the other note, there is a nip in the air signaling that cooler climes are around the corner – so we’ve compiled the most exciting activities and promotions you will definitely enjoy this month.

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For more entertainment, dining & nightlife, turn to Bahrain 101 listings on the back pages.

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1-3 7-9 15-17 18-27 17th Middle East Corrosion Conference & Exhibition 2018 Where: Bahrain International Exhibition and Convention Centre The biennial corrosion conference and exhibition launched in 1979 and has accompanied the development of the Gulf region in becoming the global capital of reliable energy. This expo is recognized as a prime venue for sharing knowledge among professionals in all areas of corrosion mitigation.

For more information: Tel. +973 1781 0733

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International Brands & Franchise Expo

Bahrain Hospitality & Restaurant Expo

Where: Bahrain International Exhibition and Convention Centre

Where: Bahrain International Exhibition and Convention Centre

The expo will have on board the biggest and largest brand marketers in the Middle East showcasing brands from all major sectors seeking B2B and B2G opportunities. This promising event is going to be the most business focus oriented expo on networking, lead generation, investments, franchising, latest technology, innovation, workshops, and Start-ups.

The Expo will provide participants a unique opportunity to meet and greet, network, and showcase their products and services to key decision makers in the restaurant and hospitality industry from Bahrain, the Gulf region and across the globe. It’s the largest gathering of industry thought leaders, restaurant owners, hospitality specialists and industry suppliers in the Kingdom.

The Bahrain Authority for Culture and Antiquities celebrates the annual Bahrain International Music Festival held under the “Muharraq Capital of Islamic Culture” program, from 18 to 27 October, 2018. This October marks the 27th anniversary of the renowned festival, a veritable artistic platform which brings together talented musicians and performers from all corners of the globe.

For more information: info@btea.bh Tel.. +973 1755 8800

For more information: culture.gov.bh

For more information: ibfex.com

Bahrain International Music Festival Where: Citywide

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23 24 25 26 GDA Downstream International Conference & Exhibition Where: Bahrain International Exhibition and Convention Centre The GDA Conference is the leading Middle East strategic platform for Downstream professionals to address business challenges, share best practices & unlock potential opportunities through collaboration and partnerships

For more information: Tel. +971 4427 0739 alexis@mee-events.com

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Kingdom SME Summit Where: The Gulf Hotel Bahrain The summit celebrates the hopes and ambitions of each entrepreneur who strives in the challenging environment to win the race. It cherishes every innovative mind that seeks to bring change, every leader who aims to rise, and every investor willing to take risks to create value.

For more information: eventbrite.com

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3rd FAI World Cup of Indoor Skydiving Where: Gravity Indoor Skydiving Gravity Indoor Skydiving in collaboration with the Bahrain Air Sports Federation is gearing up for the biggest Indoor Skydiving event of the year! Gathering the best flyers from around the world, this sports event will host 5 different disciplines in bodyflight bringing you a remarkable airborne experience in one of the tallest glass wind tunnels in the world!

For more information: wcis2018.com

Bahrain Jazz Fest Where: Royal Golf Club The Bahrain Jazz Fest is Bahrain's open air international jazz festival hosted at the Royal Golf Club on the 26 of October 2018, showcasing 9 exciting international and local band. The region’s most authentic jazz festival experience includes non stop live music, unique all -day markets, Bahrain’s trendy food trucks preparing their best recipes and an interactive kids area.

For more information: Tel. +973 1775 0777

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Events

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What's On - What's New

Ghost the Musical Where: Dubai Opera, Downtown Dubai

Fiesta de los Muertos returns to Autism Rocks Arena on the 27th of October for a one-of-a-kind music concert. Headlining band Gorillaz will make the sugar skullshaped stage shake with the virtual group’s biggest hits. Other performers include Grammy-nominated singer and songwriter Carly Rae Jepsen, British hip-hop artist Stromzy, Mexican band The Mariachis, Lebanese-Canadian R&B singer Massari, plus Dubai’s own Arcade 82.

This 9th to 13th of October, the awardwinning musical Ghost is coming to Dubai Opera’s stage. Based on the 1990 film of the same name, Bruce Joel Rubin has adapted his Oscar-winning screenplay for this musical, which premiered in Manchester in 2011, and has been performed in London's West End and New York's Broadway. Since then, it’s been nominated for five Olivier Awards and three Tony Awards.

For more information: Tel. +971 4 423 7980

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Status Quo: Last Night of the Electrics Final Tour

Fashion Forward

Where: Dubai Opera, Downtown Dubai

Where: Design Quarter, Dubai Design District

Send off the iconic British band in style, with their Last Night of the Electrics final tour hitting the Dubai Opera. The classical music hall will be transformed into a rock and roll gig, with Status Quo’s Francis Rossi, Andrew Brown, John Edwards, Leon Cave and Richie Malone taking to the stage for one of their very last performances. Expect to hear favourites from the UK group live, including ‘Down, Down’, ‘Whatever You Want’, and the classic anthem ‘Rockin’ All Over The World’, and cheer for a fitting finale to their six decade-spanning career. Doors open at 7:30pm on the 27th of October.

A highlight of the Middle Eastern fashion calendar, Fashion Forward showcases the region’s best-known and up-and-coming designers on the global stage. Held on 26th to 28th October, the stylish event attracts the Gulf’s chicest style set, international models, and the who’s who of the Arab fashion world.

Fiesta de los Muertos Where: Autism Rocks Arena, Al Ain Road

For more information: Tel. +971 4 240 7122 For more information: Tel. +971 4 306 2666

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Downtown

Take a culinary journey through the States Embark on a foodies' dream-road-trip across the 50 States of America with Flavours on 2's newest Themed Friday Brunch. Enjoy favourites from both coasts and a selection of legendary southern dishes!

A great ambience with live cooking stations and live performance to keep you entertained for only BD22 NET with soft drinks or BD32 NET with selected beverages.

The fun will not stop here! You can also enjoy free pool access.

For reservations or more information, please call +973 1311 9999 or email fb.downtown@rotana.com *Prices are subject to 10% government levy and 10% service charge.

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Influencers

Love in a desert Relationships are hard. Take two people, different opinions, different upbringing, different values -strung together by a shared interest in each other. Under day to day circumstances this is challenging enough, however we see within the other person something so special to us that we choose to push through these challenges because we cannot envision spending our lives without the other.

Now take these challenges, add in different cultures, getting lost in translation, short term work contracts, the lure of a swipe to the left of right and you will get a glimpse of what its like to be “dating while expat”.

If you aren’t completely reclusive its one of those things that is inevitable while living in another country as we try to throw done some form of roots. On your quest for someone to share your dinners with you will come across many interesting characters. There will be random marriage proposals because you made eye contact with someone for longer than 2 seconds (are you serious?) to dubious Facebook inboxes and awkward moments that could have been really awesome, if only you spoke the same language.

Media launch for the announcement of Bahrain's International Jazz Festival

Those that find, and keep, love in a new country should consider themselves very fortunate, as there are people that may spend their whole lives living next to “the one” but may never know it because we aren’t willing to step over and say hi. It all boils down to being willing to take that risk, meeting a few frogs and clashing with a few cultures.

Sometimes love is not where we are, but where we have been, or where we are going. For many of us away from home, love has stayed behind. Oceans and time zones lie between us and love, broken connections and separate lives pull us away from love.

However, if we truly love, and truly want to keep that love, nothing will keep it apart. No ocean or strange food preference will pose a barrier big enough, even if you keep a dictionary by your side in order to communicate. Love is a language all its own, let it lead the way.

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Wedding

“What is done in love is done well.” Vincent Van Gogh

Bahrain Confidential’s

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ake your dream wedding come to life with a comprehensive guide specially crafted for you.

Let Bahrain Confidential guide you through the key trends in weddings so you can achieve your goals and exceed your expectations. If you can dream it, you can do it! We’ll help you do it!

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Wedding

Say ‘Yes’ to the Dress!

Selecting the perfect dress is more than just a fitting – it’s a process. A wedding dress is intimate for a woman – it must reflect the personality of the bride.

Minimalism

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The modern-day bride prioritizes comfort over aesthetic. The ‘less-is-more’ approach can be applied to every aspect of the wedding, creating a very chic and sophisticated look.

Bold Blooms Say goodbye to pale flowers and grab a bright bouquet because there’s a lusher take on florals this season.

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Wedding

The Meghan Effect Recreate the elegance of the royal wedding with regal style and traditional elegance.

“When I design a wedding dress with a bustle, it has to be the one the bride can dance in. I love the idea that something is practical and still looks great” Vera Wang

The Go-To’s

Invest in styles that will drop jaws (and of course, you’ll wear again).

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Details Greenery & Foliage

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Greenery has been adorning weddings for the past year and is now expanding from traditional leafy strands to palm leaves and even succulents.

Virtual Reality Technology is making a grand entrance into the grand pastry! Couples are leveling up the traditional wedding cake by projecting an image, design or video onto it.

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Industrial Revolution

This season will refine rustic into an industrial elegance. Raw metallic spaces, exposed brick and concrete will outrank traditional style.

“Once in a while, in the middle of an ordinary life, love gives us a fairytale.�

The Foodie Edit

People are starting to move away from traditional sit-down meals and are opting for a number of different live food stations. You do you!

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How to Plan a 1 Wedding -

Get organized.

when you work a 9-to-5 job?

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hen you already have a full-time job, planning a wedding can feel like you’re taking on a second

one.

With the proper organization, time management, and delegation, it’s entirely possible to stay sane throughout the entire planning process and, perhaps more importantly, still keep your job. Here, two top wedding planners share their tips for finding time plan a wedding when you work a 9-to-5 (or later) job.

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Before you do anything else, get yourself organized. “Once you set your wedding date, get out a calendar with your partner and start backwards from the big day and mark the dates of major deadlines you need to meet,” suggests Alicia Fritz of A Day In May Events. It’s a good idea to keep a binder with important notes and contracts, but you may also want to set up a Google Drive folder or Trello board that you can share with your vendors and any loved ones who will be helping you plan. Just like you would at work, add appointments and deadlines to your calendar and use your phone to set up reminders. Fritz recommends digital notifications for any important task, like the date you need to give your caterer the headcount and when your hotel room block expires.

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Build your team.

Be wary of DIY projects.

Assemble a team to help you plan the big day, and whether that includes your family members and friends or professional planners is entirely up to you.

With a full-time job, you’ll probably need to outsource at least a handful of the planning duties to professionals and your bridal party, so enlist the help of people you really trust.

If you already have your hands full at work, be careful of committing to too many DIY projects. If you realize that you can’t devote the necessary time to a task you planned to take on, don’t be afraid to let those projects go or to ask a friend or family member to work on it instead.

Give everyone a clear job description.

Just as you would when working on a big project in the office, you should delegate tasks to your planning team and provide everyone with a clear description of what they’re responsible for. Create a wedding checklist, split tasks with your significant other, and create deadlines so that everything is accomplished on time.

Consult your schedule.

You’ll find that most wedding vendors have limited availability for weekend meetings, so try to organize those dates early, or else plan to take a day or two off work to meet with your team. If you are going to use time off for your wedding, Shannon Leahy suggests scheduling as many meetings as possible on the same day to minimize the amount of time you’ll be out for.

You’ll also want to be creative about how you pair your meetings. “Schedule your hair and makeup trial on the same day as your engagement shoot so you can look great for your photos and do those meetings in the same day,” she says.

Make the most of any downtime you have.

The busiest times of the planning process will likely be the month of your engagement when you start meeting with venues and vendors and the month before your big day when you’re finalizing the details.

Whenever possible, dedicate part of your lunch hour or any time spent commuting to fielding emails and setting appointments. n

Wedding Plan

This article originally appeared in Martha Stewart Weddings.

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An International buffet menu and VIP amenities for your wedding at The Grove Hotel Bahrain.

Celebrate in Luxury

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hat wedding services does The Grove Hotel Bahrain offer to couples?

All of our packages have a same day set-up for the hall, free-flowing non-alcoholic drinks and complimentary bottled water, a wedding cake, and an international buffet menu. We offer use of the Majlis Facility for up to 50 men’s guest on the same night and access to the Bridal suite attached to the ballroom. The packages include an overnight stay for the couple in a luxury suite with VIP amenities. The couple also enjoys a light dinner on the wedding night, breakfast for two on the following morning, and a complimentary dinner for their first anniversary.

accompaniments and 5 desserts. Aside from the services listed above, the Men’s Majlis Facility will also include Arabic Tea & Coffee and Canapes for the night.

The Queen Package For BD18++ per person, our international buffet menu will include 8 cold starters, 4 hot starters, 1 soup, 9 main course, 2 accompaniments and 7 desserts. Aside from the services listed above, the Men’s Majlis Facility will also include Arabic Tea & Coffee and Canapes for the night.

All have a 20% discount for our relaxing massage package and late checkout extensions at 16:00 hours (subject to availability).

Cost can be something that holds back couples from working with wedding specialists. What would you tell brides and grooms about the cost?

What do you think sets The Grove Hotel Bahrain apart from the wedding venues in Bahrain?

We at The Grove Hotel are very flexible when it comes to the cost of weddings. We are open to pairing up with wedding planners or negotiating directly with the client as a consultant.

The Grove is a five-star hotel in the idyllic Amwaj Islands. We offer impressive luxury amenities and accommodations overlooking the Arabian Gulf Shoreline. We also have excellent outlets, banquet halls, and an internationally inspired spa. n

Can you elaborate on the types of wedding planning packages available to couples?

The Lady Package For BD14++ per person, our international buffet menu will include 6 cold starters, 2 hot starters, 1 soup, 7 main courses, 2 accompaniments and 5 desserts. Including the standard services listed above. Aside from the services listed above, the Men’s Majlis Facility will also include Arabic Tea & Coffee and Canapes for the night.

The Princess Package For BD16++ per person, our international buffet menu will include 7 cold starters, 3 hot starters, 1 soup, 8 main courses, 2

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For more information, call Tel. +973 1603 0303

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Seaside Wedding Elite Resort & Spa’s sought after wedding venue, the Noor Tent.

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lite Resort & Spa’s Noor Tent, the oldest and one of the most famous in Bahrain, is the perfect place for intimate gatherings or exuberant functions. The luxurious tent is 900 square meters and can hold up to 450 guests at a time. With a breath-taking seaside view of the city, its no wonder why it’s such a popular place for weddings.

Mr. Hani Sadek, Food & Beverage Manager of Elite Resort & Spa, proudly talks to us of their services and wedding capabilities.

Excellent Service and Food The food they serve is unrivaled in quality and variety. “Client feedback has always highly regarded our food and services.” Says Mr. Sadek, proudly stating the numerous great reviews they have acquired through the tent’s 9-year history. Packages vary from BD8 to BD25++ per person. They cater food and services to all kinds of celebrations from wedding galas to birthday celebrations within or outside the hotel premises.

Practical and Picturesque Location The Noor Tent’s strategic location offers easy transport to the city proper and malls, guaranteeing quick access to outside services a wedding may need. The hotel can house guests and clients for closer proximity to the venue. The location also offers a striking sea-side view, a preference most couples dream for on their wedding. The tent is highly customizable to client preference, offering colored focus lights and a luxurious light passage.

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Guaranteed Client Preference and Comfort The Noor Tent offers different packages but prefer to tailor the expenses for its client. Mr. Sadek says they greatly value the client’s capacity and preference, always aiming to present a proposition that fits both the client’s desired experience and budget.

Bahraini culture is practiced and respected by staff. An all-ladies pre-wedding, no phones allowed, or any other request is strictly implemented by in-house security. Staff guarantees utmost comfort for the guests and clients, staying with the event from it’s conception up to its completion.

The Noor Tent is generous in their promotions. Complimentary rooms for the couple, themed desserts, 3-tier wedding cakes, and the likes are given depending on the packages availed on.

A special complimentary buffet is also given for the couple’s first wedding anniversary, the perfect way to reminisce the lavish celebration held.

For info and reservations, call: Tel. +973 3888 4415

Romantic Weddings at Elite Resort & Spa +973 3888 4415

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Pretty Pastries Your wedding cake should be a total reflection of your style and taste.

Luckily, Haute Cupcakes got that covered!

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hat wedding services does Haute Cupcakes offer?

Aside from being a unique cupcake concept, Haute Cupcakes offers amazing designed and customized pastries. Our specialties range from cakes, cupcakes and macarons to cake pops, chocolates and donuts. Aside from the mentioned, we also make pastries depending on the theme or guest preferences.

What kind of cakes do you make? Do you have a signature style?

While we have around 40 flavours to choose from, we can also cater to special dietary requirement such as sugar free, gluten free, vegan cakes. Most especially, Haute Cupcakes has a remarkable cake artist who can create designer cakes, which can dazzle anyone.

Can you tell us about the design process for creating a wedding cake?

Just like a designer dress, each guest gets to have a cake designed based on their own vision. Creating a cake is more than just putting together a delicious treat. First, the consultation stage happens where our artist sits with the guest to take their

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preferences. Next, our artist creates a rough sketch based on the the gathered information. Previous images of our cakes are also shared when needed. Then, we advise our guest on what would be possible in terms of the agreed budget, flavours, size, design and more. Finally, the order is made and the cake is delivered to the guest on the D-Day.

In your opinion, what sets you apart from the competitors?

We take pride in what we do here at Haute Cupcakes. Our passion, expertise, and knowledge set us apart from the rest. At the same time, we don’t compromise on quality while taking in what would be cost efficient for the guest.

Are there any offers that you’d like to promote?

We have a ‘buy 5 get 1 free’ and a ‘buy 10 get 2 free’ promotion on our cupcakes. n

For info and reservations, call Tel. Seef Outlet - +973 17586 363/+973 17582 246 City Center - +973 17214 591

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Picture Perfect Let elegance and perfection illuminate your wedding day at The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain.

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hat wedding services does The RitzCarlton, Bahrain offer to couples?

We offer a range of services including consultation with our wedding specialists, personalized wedding site walk through, selection of recommended local vendors, complimentary tasting of the wedding dinner menu for six guests, preferential room rates for guests staying at The RitzCarlton, Bahrain, and personalized wedding concierge for the bride throughout the event.

Cost can be something that holds back couples from working with a wedding specialist. What would you tell brides and grooms about the cost?

While we recommend our preferred vendor wedding specialists to couples, all facets of the agreement are discussed directly with them.

Can you elaborate on the types of wedding planning packages available to couples?

package features: a memorable one-night stay in a Ritz-Carlton Bridal Suite; wedding ceremony options of Seaside Villa, Villa Gazebo or Private Island; dedicated wedding planner; mineralrich, pearl infused mini-facial treatment and couples massage; signature Ritz-Carlton wedding cake with decorative pearl design; wedding catering for up to 350 guests; special pearl-themed welcome amenities in the Bridal Suite. Rentals, staffing and valet are price separately.

Tell us more about the new Masaya venue, what should we look out for?

With a size of 1,379 square meters and a capacity of up to 400 guests, the new Masaya venue will be the ultimate wedding location for couples planning their wedding here in Bahrain.

Sitting between our Seaside Villas, the new venue will feature large arched windows allowing for natural sunlit halls, views of the Arabian Gulf, high-end flooring, modern fixtures, private catering area, and more.

We have two new featured packages, including the:

What do you think sets The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain apart from the wedding venues in Bahrain?

The Bride’s Afternoon Tea Starting at BHD 3,500++, the Bridal Shower Ladies Afternoon Tea entitles groups up to 20 persons to: day use of the Seaside villa from 8 a.m. - 10 p.m.; a personal concierge and dedicated planner; afternoon tea, cakes and dessert setup; spa samplers of 5-10 minute massages; and welcome chilled mocktails and juices. Arrival in the Rolls-Royce Ghost and harp player is priced separately.

Weddings at The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain are truly magical. Couples can choose from a range of outdoor and indoor venues from our Private Island to our showcase Al Noor ballroom with beautiful dome ceiling featuring 24-carat gold leaf design. Expert catering by our award-winning chefs is also another highlight of the experience with us. With signature service rooms for guests, villas and personalized service, all weddings with us are nothing short of perfect. n

A Pearl to Remember Starting at BHD 45++ per person, the Arabian Pearl wedding

For more information, call Tel. +973 1758 0000

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Sky High You’re on a real cloud nine when your special day is at Alto.

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ocated 25 floors up with a sweeping panoramic view of Bahrain’s capital, Alto is a fantastic and unique venue for engagement parties and receptions.

An intimate gathering of friends and family celebrating upcoming nuptials is best enjoyed with the breathtaking views of Manama. The venue is picture-perfect for special functions, from glamorous interiors to the most stunning rooftop terrace in Bahrain. Create unforgettable and cherished memories that will last you a lifetime, with a beautiful cityscape as your backdrop.

After the ‘yes’ or the ‘I do’ it’s time to get the real party started! Alto offers bespoke packages for every occasion and will tailor each experience to help create the event you’ve always dreamed of.

For an unforgettable night that celebrates one of your most precious occasions, Alto is just the place to elevate your special moment. n

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For info and reservations, call Tel. +973 3351 4455 @thealtolounge Located on the 25th floor of Downtown Rotana

David’s

Crazy Good, with wide variety of fresh and bold flavours.

Crazy Hot, from China, Singapore, Cambodia to Vietnam, this delicious menu geographically covers quite a distance.

Crazy Fresh, 100 percent made from scratch daily.

Located in Adliya (+973 1754 0188) and Riffa (+973 1776 0780) DavidsStirFryCrazyRestaurant DavidsStirFryCrazyRestaurant

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he fast-paced nature of the Ferrari 812 Superfast mirrors the lifestyle of today's young professionals. Like the 812 Superfast, they excel in a fast-paced world that requires an on-the-go lifestyle. They value options that allow them to be in control, fueling their speed to be on top of both professional and social situations. n

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Influencers

Finding new homes for our furry friends...

Almost 6 months have elapsed now since our eponymous founder sadly made his way over the rainbow bridge.

Those few who managed to traverse some muddy Waters and stepped up to continue his good work wish to thank wholeheartedly everyone in Bahrain and beyond who has helped keep the dream alive.

Our commitment to finding new homes for the animals in our care is off to a great start. The mighty ducks we once had have taken flight are now happily quacking in a bigger pond. Our menagerie of budgies and exotic birds are likewise now chirping and cheaping elsewhere in Bahrain. To date over 30 dogs and cats have either found their forever homes or a generous sponsor to contribute towards their care.

In recent months, the surge in volunteer numbers has been overwhelming. Special thanks to those of the US Navy whose selfless dedication, warmth and generosity is emblematic of the very highest ideals of the Armed Forces. Our volunteer run boutique second hand store is now open 7 days and operating from new premises in Saar.

The many donations received from both the public and local businesses has been astounding. We have installed 3 vital new kennels with a further 10 in the works. Essential repairs and maintenance to old and failing infrastructure has also been completed upgrading large sections of the centre to a more modern design.

Over the years we have been extremely fortunate to receive regular donations of food from local pet stores and some very generous citizens. Their steadfast devotion to our cause continues to amaze.

There is no word of thanks in all the tongues of men profound enough to express our reverence for and best wishes to the local veterinarian practices who collectively support our daily motions better than Atlas ever could.

The Dogfather himself may now be gone but shall never be forgotten, his spirit endures permeating every nook and cranny of the animal shelter that was his life’s work.

As always all are welcome to visit us at the weekend from 9-12 should you wish to volunteer, sponsor or adopt one of our animals as your own.

You can follow us on www.tonythedogfather.com/donate Tel. +973 3962 9889 Th eD

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EK Kanoo hosted the launch of the all new 2019 Lexus ES at Lexus Showroom, Sitra

Fashion

The Mid-Rise Stretch White Jeggings For those who are unsure what category they may fall into, there's one type of jean that seems to work for every body type: mid-rise stretch jeggings. They are the perfect cross between leggings and jeans, with a distinctive form of the skinny jeans and the indisputable comfort of leggings.

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Find the Right Denim for You with the New Denim Unites Collection from Max Fashion.

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on’t let the shopping experience get too overwhelming with all the options out there. Check out some cool looks from Max Fashion’s new Denim Unites Collection for some serious denim inspiration. The collection is all about denim being your second skin: there is a style of denim for each of us, for every occasion and body shape.

The Skinny High Waisted Denim

The Total Denim Look Go bold with a total denim look with a denim jacket or shirt and a pair of blue jeans. Mix different shades of denim to add trendiness and style.

The Denim Street Style Embrace the Denim Street Style with white sneakers, a cool cap and a bumper jacket or a simple T-shirt.

This style is incredibly fashionable, and it is guaranteed to help you feel and look younger. The golden rule for denim is simple: embrace your own style and you just can't go wrong!

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High-waisted jeans always seem to be on-trend: they're chic and can highlight your best assets and hide your flaws. These jeans sculpt and mold your body while keeping their shape. They are perfect for the hourglass or pearshaped bodies as they accentuate the waist and help trim more defined hips. Petite women can go for skinny high waist jeans too, the higher waist elongates your frame while the slim fit gives the illusion of longer legs.

The new Denim Unites Collection is available in all Max stores across the Bahrain and online on www.maxfashion.com

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Island Paradise Four Seasons Hotel Bay Bahrain brings the beach to their property.

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our Seasons Hotel Bay Bahrain gives you an even bigger reason to enjoy their company with the latest addition to the luxurious hotel, a pristine white beach. The 160-metre (525-foot) white sand beach curves at the private island’s southern shore overlooking mesmerizing blue seas and the Manama skyline, transforming the property from an urban resort to a full-fledged island paradise. Be it sipping cool drinks by the sun-bathed lounges or experiencing the spectacular city sunsets, there is no better place to be.

praise of Four Seasons but when asked how we would make their experience more memorable, the answer is almost always the same: a beach.” says Raab, inspired to deliver the idyllic vision of luxurious hospitality of the Four Seasons Hotel beside a beach right here in Bahrain. Be it for businessmen, university students, or the whole family, a quick dip to the waters and a touch of the sun on skin is always a feeling people look forward to. The Four Seasons lets you enjoy the luxurious amenities of their hotel hospitality while having sand sift through your fingertips.

Richard Raab, General Manager of Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay, is no stranger to island paradises. Previously working at Four Seasons resorts from Hawaii to the Caribbean, Raab understands the attraction of a beautiful stretch of white sand, vibrant sun, and blue seas. The beach, for most, is the dream getaway.

The Four Seasons staff is attentive of all your needs and offers everything the hotel can provide. Fresh fruit skewers and refreshing beverages along with a delicious lunch or snack from the menu can be delivered straight to the beach. The Four Seasons also keeps in mind the smallest details for your beach escapade offering a wide array of high-end sun care products and chair-side sunglasses cleaning and repair services.

“During our first three years, guests have been generous in their

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Feature The hotel has a dedicated play area for children, a safe place for them to enjoy the beach and build sandcastles, while parents and couples can look forward to a more tranquil zone to lounge under the sun. An extensive range of amenities including restaurants, tranquil spas, and an expansive outdoor pool set all amidst lush landscaping and a backdrop of the glittering Manama skyline can be enjoyed aside from the beach. The new outdoor space also transforms into a vibrant torch-lit venue for events after dark. It is available for group bookings and is perfect for parties and concerts.

A regular water taxi service is available for guests to ferry from the hotel to the mall in just three minutes. The mall offers vast choices of shopping stalls and leisure experience.

An extra reason for guests to celebrate the summer is the Hotel’s special Family Package. Booking a suite for three or more nights grants you 50% savings on the rates of a connecting room giving more space and comfort for the whole family to enjoy. The package comes with premium high-speed internet access and round-trip transfer by water taxi for two adults and two children per night. n

The Avenues – Bahrain, the first commercial and entertainment mall of its kind in the kingdom is also accessible from the hotel.

The Four Seasons lets you enjoy the luxurious amenities of their hotel hospitality while having sand sift through your fingertips.

Reservations and different packages can be availed online through www.fourseasons.com/bahrain For info and reservations, call Tel. +973 1711 5000

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ith great expectation, the Jumeirah Royal Saray hotel opened in February 2018 and has already positioned itself as one of the foremost 5 star properties in Bahrain. Bahrain Confidential was invited to spend two days at the hotel to fully experience the quality of its facilities, services and ambience.

The hotel’s architecture distinguishes it from most others in the city with distinctly Arabian themes.

The hotel’s architecture distinguishes it from most others in the city with distinctly Arabian themes throughout, combined thoughtfully with a most elegant array of marble, glass, furniture and art. This combination is immediately apparent on entering the hotel lobby, the centrepiece of all great hotels, where the

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Feature was painless to access and, by far, one of the fastest we have ever experienced.

Venturing outside, the true nature of the property, as a resort hotel, is clear to see. The huge swimming pool dominates this area and leads down to a beautifully manicured beach where the latest water sports can be found to keep both adults and children fully occupied during their stay. Surrounding the pool are 6 private cabanas that can accommodate up to eight people and offer a private washroom, shower and sitting areas, both indoor and outside, which certainly deliver a unique beachfront experience here in Bahrain.

Our report would not be complete without mention of the quality of food and service delivered by the Chef and his team, everything we tried was cooked to perfection and beautifully presented. This culinary experience was crowned by the amazing pastries created under the direction of Remi Martinazzo, the Executive Pastry Chef, a feast for sore eyes and most definitely too tempting!

Venturing outside, the true nature of the property, as a resort hotel, is clear to see. bright and luxurious surroundings perfectly frame a view of the Arabian Gulf across the entire breadth of the centre of the hotel; stunning to say the least. As one progresses from this area to the rest of the property, the architect’s vision is played out before you with beautiful lighting, asymmetric purple carpeting, interesting pieces of art and dynamic lighting.

Finally entering our room, at 67m2 certainly one of the largest standard rooms we have ever stayed in, the attention to detail is fully apparent, with an even more perfect view of the sea and the hotels extensive outside facilities. The technology in the room, from the lighting to the Audio Visual systems, including a magnificent 65”TV, is perfectly blended into the décor and works without fault. Of particular note was the internet access which

We had the opportunity to discuss the ongoing expansion of the property with Moustafa ElGaya, the Director of Food and Beverage, who provided an insight into the features that will be coming online throughout the next 12 months as the full scope of the project comes into operation. New outlets, a Cuban Cigar Lounge and a Gourmet Burger Lounge to name but two, along with a further 90 rooms, exclusive summer houses, Royal Residences and a vast 700m2 Penthouse – the Jumeirah Royal Saray story continues; we very much look forward to the next chapter! n

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#EKNextAdventure Winning Post "Show them the World by taking them everywhere! @ bahrainconfidential, our next trip is Poland! The Beauty of Bahrain is my kids meeting friends from all over the world and we get to go visit them on holidays and learn their cultures #EKnextadventure" - Mwai Exartier (@um_noeetaime)

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“After exploring the streets of Paris, France. I would really like to explore the Arabian culture of Amman, Jordan. The caves, the Mountains, everything has a story to it.

Being an adventure freak, its been my dream to float in the dead sea. And I would like to go with my travel buddy @ khadijashams78 because its always fun to travel with your mom❤.”

- @batul.mustafa99

Feature “My trip to Nice was absolutely amazing. Now I’m going to stay few days in Poland and after few days, I’m going to Portugal to my dear friends wedding!”

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“The color of the Sea is absolutely incredible at @ finolhu_maldives next holiday?

Thailand!”

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“Whether you seek the thrill of jumping off a plane or discovering the sands that time has left untouched or the architectural wonder that stretches across the skyline, the one place that has it all- Dubai! Hello my next travel adventure ❤” - @meeramreddy

“The first trek with family and friends but will never be the last one! I wanna trek in Southeast Asia somewhere in Vietnam or Cambodia.”

- @eena_diaries

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Made in Italy

Natuzzi Italia’s Bahrain store receives a revamped look.

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atuzzi Italia, Italy’s most widely recognized furniture brand, presents a new look for their largest store in the world. The Bahrain store now reflects elegance and invites ambiance for customers looking for luxurious “Made in Italy” home furnishings and accessories.

Located along Seef Area, the expansive store now features modern decorations highlighted by high ceilings and decorative dividers. Each element represents the beautiful and luxurious taste of Pasquale Natuzzi, the founder, chairman, and CEO of Natuzzi Group. Expressing beauty are the colours of the wall, the combination of gray and black floors, the floating counter, and curtains and dividers of different design all perfectly in tune with the elegant surroundings.

Madam Nabeela Alkhayer, CEO of PHOENICIA DECOR said, “As the sole distributor of the world renowned sofa maker Natuzzi

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Feature Italia, we at PHOENICIA DECOR are very proud to present our newly renovated Natuzzi Store on Seef Area. The design of the store reflects the latest trends and taste of the brand’s clientele.

As it is also the brand’s largest showroom in the world, this indicates the tremendous importance and relevance of the fast growing and dynamic furniture market of this region and Bahrain in particular”.

There is a dedicated section for Re-vive, a new Natuzzi Group brand, which is the world’s first and only recliner capable of adapting to body movements, guaranteeing unprecedented comfort. The chair cocoons you in a healthy supported posture to refresh the body and allow the soul to revitalize in whatever way works for you.

The store also houses the Natuzzi Design Studio which has been established to cater to clients looking to create a home that reflects their style. Customers can visit the studio and a design expert will assist them to achieve the look that they want. A new 3D virtual space planning program combined with on-site finish and fabric samples enables designers to work on their client’s living quarters helping them visualize the end results in real time.

General Manager of Marketing and Purchase, Mr. Georges Harb, of Phoenicia Decor Furniture said, “The iconic store has always been beautiful. However, we needed to re-present Natuzzi as per current brand standards. As one of the worlds’ most recognized names in furniture, the Italian brand’s luxurious and innovative collections appeal to a wide range of consumer groups and I take this opportunity to welcome one and all to the newly renovated showroom.”

The Bahrain store is one of Natuzzi Italia’s flagship locations along with Milan, Paris, Madrid, Sydney, Shanghai, Seoul, and the newly opened store in New York. The brand has 290 global store locations and 1,192 points of sale. Natuzzi Italia is made entirely in Italy where the company controls all aspects of design, materials, and production, and from which it draws inspiration for a way of living. n

Visit us In Manama Phoenicia Decor Palace Palms Bldg, Tel: +973 1756 4444, Natuzzi.com

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Latest Events Photos at Bahrain-Confidential.com

Saar Mall hosted its 'Summer Internship Training Recognition Day'

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The Arch Hotel hosted the grand opening of its new club, E11even

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Bringing in Quality The K Hotel signs a catering agreement with The German Orthopaedics Hospital.

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he German Orthopaedics Hospital and The K Hotel has signed a catering agreement to provide breakfast, lunch, afternoon snack and dinner to the patients.

As per the agreement, The K Hotel will serve patients with the best-class food, three times a day including a light meal in the afternoon.

“We are delighted to be partnered with German Orthopaedics Hospital. We believe that nutrition starts with the use of quality ingredients and the utilization of the best methods of cooking. Our culinary services will have fresh foods and will prepare food from scratch to maintain the quality,” Faisal Khalid Kanoo, owner of The K Hotel, said.

“We at the GOH offer patient-centred healthcare and our care is coordinated and focused on the quality. Our staff work closely with the patients to achieve this everyday, right from ordinary care to the most critical needs. I am very much positive that agreement with The K-Hotel will enhance patient experience with the quality of foods they serve to our patients,” Medical Director Dr Heiner Abel said.

He further added that the mission of the GOH is to constantly improve the health and well-being of the patients in a safe environment, driven by quality healthcare and supported by excellence.

The K Hotel Owner Faisal Khalid Kanoo, The K-Hotel General Manager Volker Mandlowsky, Managing and Medical Director Dr Heiner Abel, Chief Operation Officer Stefan James MacMillan Skrzywanek, Quality and Risk Manager Alicja Zadworna and other hospital and hotel staffs, attended the signing ceremony held at the hospital premises. n

We believe that nutrition starts with the use of quality ingredients and the utilization of the best methods of cooking.

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The Roadster Reloaded

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MW has redefined the roadster which will be revealed under the Californian sun. On 23 August 2018, the Pebble Beach Golf Links near Monterey, the wellknown venue of the Concours d’Elegance being held there a little later, will become the setting for the world premiere of the new BMW Z4.

World Premiere The new edition of the roadster will celebrate its world premiere at precisely the same location that served as the stage for the first public presentation of the BMW Concept Z4 last year. With its puristic, dynamic and progressive design language, the concept vehicle presented a vision of a charismatic sports car which, thanks to the production model, now becomes reality. Just a glance at the new BMW Z4’s proportions leaves no doubt about its dynamic potential. The central sitting position for the driver, the low centre of gravity, perfectly balanced 50 : 50 axle load distribution, wide tracks and a compact wheelbase form the ideal

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BMW presents the exclusive First Edition of the new open-top sports car at the Pebble Beach Golf Links, Monterey, California.

prerequisites for inspiringly agile handling and intense driving pleasure.

Highlights The BMW Z4 M40i First Edition fulfils these expectations in every aspect thanks to an extremely powerful 250 kW/340 hp, straight six-cylinder engine and a sports suspension with electronically controlled dampers, M Sport braking system and an electronically controlled M Sport differential in the rear axle transmission. The BMW M Performance automobile takes a mere 4.6 seconds to sprint from a standstill to 100 km/h.

Vertically aligned headlights, the BMW kidney grille sporting a mesh design, the bonnet stretching sports car-like over the wheels, large air breathers on the front wheel arches and the distinctive spoiler integrated into the rear lid all contribute towards the characteristic look of the new BMW Z4. The design of the interior also places the focus on the puristic sportiness

Car Feature of the new BMW Z4. The driver-oriented cockpit styling is underscored by dynamic forward-oriented lines. Likewise, the clearly structured arrangement of all control elements enhances the focus on the driving experience inside the new BMW Z4.

Design Moreover, for a perfect start into a new roadster era, the new BMW Z4 M40i First Edition offers specific design and equipment features that add exclusive accents to the car’s sporty flair. The expressive body paintwork in Frozen Orange metallic is combined with an electrically operated textile soft top in anthracite with silver effect, the BMW Individual High Gloss Shadow Line, black exterior mirror caps and 19-inch light alloy wheels boasting a bicolour, double spoke design. The interior of the edition model comprises the Vernasca black leather trim with decorative stitching, electrically adjustable seats with memory function, the option ambient light and the Harman Kardon Surround Sound System.

The new edition of the roadster will celebrate its world premiere at precisely the same location that served as the stage for the first public presentation of the BMW Concept Z4 last year.

Adaptive LED headlights with matrix function for the high beam, BMW Head-Up Display featured for the first time in a roadster and the BMW Live Cockpit Professional offering the latest networking technology underpin the advanced status the tradition-steeped concept of a two-seater, open-top sports car has reached with the new BMW Z4.

World Debut The world premiere of the BMW Z4 M40i First Edition in Pebble Beach offers a both exclusive and fascinating foretaste of the forthcoming on-road debut of the new roadster generation.

BMW will announce all details of further engine variants, technical innovations and the diverse equipment features of the two-seater on 19 September 2018.

This will be followed a short time later by the trade fair premiere of the new BMW Z4 at the Mondial de l’Automobile (4 – 14 October 2018) in Paris. The worldwide market launch will commence in the spring of 2019. n

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Influencers

Bringing the Diversity topic up to speed in the 21st Century Wherever you may be in the world reading this “Ask yourself” What reaction instinctively surfaces when you hear the word Diversity? Does it have a “possibilities and hopeful” ring to it?

Or is it a “hush hush” thing which has a negative or ambiguous tone by default. Like many generations and professionals alike most people aren’t conscious of it meaning. More importantly its current growing and future impacts on the health of social and business dynamics and world leadership. At a glance by basic definition diversity is the acceptance and respect of others irrespective of their race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, personality or socioeconomic status.

Numerous studies, blogs and extensive research benchmark and share the stories of how much diversity has a tremendous positive affect on conceptualizing creative ideas, innovation and team dynamics. Think of diversity as the old “superfood” which advocates are (at all costs) bringing to spotlight more and more in efforts to make industries across the world more conscious.

Its past due!

Women are not statistically a minority in most societies.

However currently they do not share the same power, access or equality of opportunities in the workplace and have fewer privileges than men. What are its possible contributors to this? On the macro surface in a general sense we could say; misogyny throughout history and its dynamics, social heredity, cultural practice and other influences, … On the micro we could challenge our own perceptions as both women and men.

As a career woman single parenting I often check in with my own unconscious bias-level of self-belief, confidence- “Am I enough”? What do I want for myself? DO I have a choice? Can I be a good mother and career woman? Can I have it all? IS it ok? What would they think?

As a man with women in their lives (Mothers, sisters, daughters, employees etc.) they could challenge their own perceptions and mine for any unconscious bias regarding the above. What could shift as a result?

The urgency to acknowledge the presence, value added and implications sooner than later will forever impact everyone. To be discussed ……

Lun li a Hagea

Luna Hageali is a certified Management Developer with 20+ years global experience of working with organizations and individuals to maximize their potential.

Email: luna@mastermindsalign.com Mobile: +973 3203 0129

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Opening of the largest IKEA store in the region followed by a press conference

Contributor

Back on the Move Osteopathy: An integrated revolution Services We Offer

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or the longest time, healthcare was limited to a visit to the GP and complains were often solved with prescriptions or ‘over the counter’ drugs. The medical world has been changing – increased awareness about the over use of medication has created an environment where health issues are being scrutinised and other avenues are being explored.

And that means an opening up of consciousness to a wider range of health care practices including an adoption of different modalities that were once thought of as ‘alternative’ but believed as complimentary or allied.

Beyond Bahrain, the advantages of socalled ‘alternative’ health care practices have long been discussed and absorbed into the mainstream, but this has only been a recent move within the Kingdom.

Thanks in no small part to Bahrain’s National Health Regulatory Authority, complementary health care has been endorsed and promoted over recent years, to the significant benefit of our country’s people, who now enjoy choice.

Lana Peters, the founder of ‘Back on the Move Osteopathy’ is proud of just how far Bahrain has come in embracing different

modalities of healthcare in just a few short years. “I have always been a firm believer in the benefits of complementary therapy”, she explains. “As an Osteopath practicing for more years than I care to admit, I have seen the positive benefits that not just my profession brings, but also that of many other therapies. It is enlightening that we are witnessing a revolution in Bahrain – one that embraces healthcare diversity and allows an ever greater range of practice.”

“We established our clinic with solid support from the NHRA some years ago and I’m proud that we now treat mostly Bahraini nationals who have embraced the concept of a drug-free preventative care, manual medicine which focuses on total body health by treating and strengthening the muscular-skeletal framework”.

With a professional staff of more than ten, Back on the Move’s holistic approach to healthcare offers osteopathy treatment together with chiropractic, therapeutic massage, pregnancy, fertility and menstrual massage, lymphatic drainage, cranial sacral therapy, fitness and postural correction coaching to provide an integrated solution for people with sports injuries, arthritis and mobility issues and more.

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1. Osteopathy 2. Chiropractic 3. Lymphatic Drainage 4. Cranial sacral therapy 5. Therapeutic Massage therapy 6. Aromatherapy 7. Pregnancy, fertility and menstruation massage 8. Rehab, fitness and posture correction coaching 9. Sports massage “We work in a totally integrated way”, Lana explains. “Rather than being isolated in our own modalities, we refer and consult with hospitals and GPs to provide an integrated healthcare solution for our clients, in order to create the best possible outcomes for all”.

It doesn’t stop there. Not content with the massive strides achieved over the past few years, Lana Peters has created a new outlet for healthcare: Working in partnership with Eyad Fareed principal of ‘Physio Relief’, a new practice has gained NHRA approval.

Revolution starts with just one or two like-minded people, but to become accepted it has to attract the mind-set of the masses. Integrated healthcare in the Kingdom of Bahrain has achieved just that and more. As testimony to the foresight of Bahrain’s health authorities and the community, the revolution is over and integrated healthcare is now considered mainstream.

Email: hello@backonthemove.com

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Health & Wellness

Ask HV Holistic Health…

Now summer is over, my sleeping pattern isn’t consistent. I sometimes sleep for 5 hours, and other days it’s 10 hours.

I never feel rested, even on the days I get 10 hours sleep, why is this?

Andrea Answers: Your body is designed to follow natural rhythms, even a 90 minute change in your sleeping pattern, can cause your body’s rhythm to become disrupted. Sometimes, an increase in tiredness can highlight a vitamin or mineral deficiency within the body.

It’s worth getting blood tests run, to see if there is an underlying issue if you’re having chronic issues.

Your doze-dosage The amount of sleep you need depends on your age, activity levels and lifestyle. On average, adults need 7-9 hours, teenagers need 8-10 hours and younger children need 9-11 hours. Every 24-hour day is driven by our biological clocks, they link with the movements of the sun, the moon and the earth. A change to your sleep can cause physical, mental and behavioral changes, including feeling tired even though you have just woken up.

A lack of rest can also increase your risk of gaining weight, an increase in blood pressure, and trouble thinking or concentrating.

Top Tips  Avoid caffeinated drinks after 4pm  Get into a bedtime routine - but don’t stress about it  Reduce bright lighting 2 hours before you go to bed

Try to go to bed, and wake up at the same time everyday, including weekends. Ideally you should be in bed by 10pm so your body can repair and restore effectively. Sleeping after 10pm means you could miss the physical repair phase. This is when your organs, bones, joints and muscles repair. If your regularly sleep after 2am, you will miss the psychological repair phase, this phase takes care of your nervous and hormonal systems.

Having a deficiency in Vitamin D, Melatonin or Magnesium can affect your sleep. You can increase Magnesium levels by consuming foods such as, vegetables, dark leafy greens, figs, bananas and avocado, and melatonin supplementation can be advantageous in some circumstances.

Different types of rest Sleep is not the only form of rest our bodies need. We also need total, active and passive rest. Total rest can be taking a day off work, and other forms of stressors in your life. It’s the foundation of your repair and recovery cycle. Active rest is a reduction in workload, you can still be working towards your goals just not as intensely. Simply set fewer goals for the day, or catch up on some much needed paperwork or reorganization. Finally, passive rest is a short-term break from a project or task. This can be a walk, meditation or listening to music for no longer than 10 minutes.

Passive rest helps to completely distract your mind from your work load, so you can re-energise and refocus. n

 Try meditation  Avoid using your phone when you’re in bed  Find time to do things that you enjoy  If a routine isn’t working, try something new. Some

people fall asleep to Netflix, while others prefer to read, there isn’t one idea that suits everyone. What’s important is that you make adjustments until there is improvement.

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Send your questions to info@hvholistichealth.com or @hvholistic Andrea Lister Health & Wellness Practitioner HV Holistic Health & Corrective Training Tel: +973 1777 5544

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What Moves You Moves US

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ver wondered why so many Customers opt to use Careem daily over other services or even over owning their own cars?

Let’s explore a few possible reasons.

Convenience What’s more convenient than ordering a ride from your smartphone? Just a few taps on the app and you can choose the type of the car, pick your destination and pay for it through your credit card or cash.

And let’s not forget you get your receipts electronically too. You can even choose your favorite driver.

Service Earned or unfair, taxis have a notorious and almost universal reputation for poor

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Feature customer service. Whether it’s late pickup, getting the runaround on the shortest route or rough treatment from a driver whose been sitting in traffic all day, we’ve all had an experience. But that’s not the case with Careem. All the Captains go through a month long training, background and security checks and continuous rating check to guarantee the best service and experience for the users.

Price Let’s face it, anything that saves us money is destined for greatness. When you get a premium service such as the one offered by Careem at the same rate as current transport providers

Careem was founded with the mission to improve and simplify people’s lives in the region and ended up living every event. our poc and let’s not forget that the price you see is the price you pay, which means no more surprises for travelers or the accountants who process their expense reports.

For Abdullah Minhas, who has been using Careem since the start of 2018, The quality of service and user friendliness of the app is the main reason he switched over to Careem. He said: “The app

is really easy to operate and the rates are amazing. Just an overall great and fair experience” And for Nidhi Iyer who started using Careem in 2015 when she was living in Dubai and continues to use it now in Bahrain, the pricing and the quality of the cars are the main reasons she uses Careem. She said: “An incident where Careem saved my day was when my mother had fractured her arm recently and I was picking her up and dropping her home from work everyday. This one time, I was at a shoot and I couldn’t get away so I booked her a Careem from my app and called the captain to tell him to call her when he gets there and explained that her arm was injured. He was really nice and actually went into her office so

that he could carry her bags out for her and help her till the ride and dropped her till my front door. This was so amazing and so personal for me and my mother”.

When asked about why Careem, Ashwathy said: “I tried Careem after a friend recommended it and I thank her for that. Careem to me is the most affordable, reliable and fastest transportation method for my needs”.

Careem was founded with the mission to improve and simplify people’s lives in the region and ended up living every event, every trip and every crisis with us. Careem has launched a regional campaign under the title “What Moves You, Moves Us” for its users to communicate how deeply Careem and its Captain are touched by being a family member and making a difference in others lives. n www.careem.com

@careembah

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Affordable and tasty lunch suggestions in Bahrain…

Diplomatic/ Bahrain Bay/Manama Nature’s Market: This new organic supermarket in The Avenues can rustle up a sandwich or wrap for you, with your choice of ingredients for a reasonable 2BD to 3BD. Chtaura: A Lebanese deli and café in Moda Mall. We love to stop here for their wood-fired pizzas and other delicacies, followed by a stroll down the aisles to pick up some tasty Levantine gems.

Darseen Café: Tucked in at the back of the Bahrain Museum this café is a real find. Stop here for sandwiches, salads or heartier meals and enjoy unique sea views while you dine.

Seef Elios Café: Located on the ground floor of the BMMI building in Seef, Elios has a great selection of salads, sandwiches and juices.

Lumee: Al Abraaj’s more contemporary chain in A’Ali Mall has some fantastic options for lunch, including the hearty fattayer breads and fresh salads. Not in the area, then head to their branches in The Avenues and Saar as well.

Raw Candy: For now a secret of those in AlMoayyed tower, Raw Candy quietly opened up before the summer and serves healthy salads, sandwiches and juices.

Baker & Spice: This A’Ali mall restaurant has one of the best salad bars we’ve seen on the island. For 5.5BD you can top up your plate with 5 generous portions of daily changing salads and vegetables.

Adliya/Mahooz Banu: Located in Hala Plaza. Enjoy juicy skewers, steaming rice and aromatic stews for your meal. We hear they are going to launch a range of sandwiches this month and await trying them.

Banana Leaf: This Thai stalwart in Adliya is a great stop for a quick green curry or Pad Thai. Don’t expect much here just quick service, good food and plenty of change from a 10BD note.

Hash House: If you’re in Block 338 at lunch, then Hash House ticks many boxes. Great prices, a range of healthy and fresh dishes and good options for vegetarians and pescatarians.

Follow fifi’s foodie explorations on @hungry_fifi Hun

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Behbehani Bros hosted the launch of all new Jeep Wrangler at Reef Resort

Going Out

ART Rotana, Amwaj Islands Discover the true flavors of Italy with ART Rotana’s Saturday Brunch, where a new Italian region is presented each month.

During October, a culinary journey will be taken through Sardinia to savor a variety of the best Sardinian dishes, starting from a wide selection of Sardinia’s best appetizers, salads, main courses, divine desserts and of course the popular drinks. Every Saturday during October, from 12 pm until 4 pm for BD20 Net.

For info and reservations, call Tel. +973 1600 0111

Downtown Rotana Embark on a foodies' dream-road-trip across the 50 States of America with Flavours on 2's newest Themed Friday Brunch.

Enjoy favourites from both coasts and a selection of legendary southern dishes! A great ambience with live cooking stations and live performance to keep you entertained for only BD22 NET with soft drinks or BD32 NET with selected beverages.

For info and reservations, call Tel. +973 1311 9999

Elite Resort & Spa Enjoy freshly cooked burgers and pizza by the pool every Wednesday, with live oud performance from 8pm to 11pm. Every Thursday and Friday from 7pm to 11pm, indulge in a live grill buffer dinner for BD10++ per person. Saturdays are for Sizzling Specials! Enjoy sizzle-themed food at the rate of BD6++ with a duo oud live performance from 8pm to 11pm.

For info and reservations, call Tel. +973 1731 3333

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Going Out The Gulf Hotel Bahrain Indulge in India’s culinary excellence as Rasoi by Vineet prepares to bring in the flavours of South India with the “Journey to South India” from 1st to 15th October. Known for the variety of spices, this special menu will combine the flavours of the four Southern Indian states – Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala and Tamil Nadu – All in true Chef Vineet style.

For info and reservations, call Tel. +973 1771 3000

The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain Two years ago The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain brought you the authentic taste of Mexico that you’ve come love. Join them again for a fun-filled fiesta to meet their new Chef de Cusine Hector Miguel Mendoza Becerra, traditional favorites, Mexican grill and festive décor as they celebrate the second anniversary Cantina Kahlo. Enjoy the 2nd anniversary fiesta for BD30/40 on 18th October, from 7pm to 11pm.

For info and reservations, call Tel. +973 1758 6499

The Royal Golf Club Live Carvery & Sushi every Friday in the award winning Links Restaurant. Get unlimited Carvery & Sushi from noon – 4pm for

Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay Inviting all seafood lovers to spend unforgettable Saturdays at the Sushi & Seafood Brunch for BD25++/35++. The brunch presents a multi-sensory feast from the sea. Artfully arranged, freshly prepared local catch of the day. Fish and chip stands.

Expect dishes inspired by the sea such as beloved classics and reimagined traditional favorites, all prepared to personal preferences.

For info and reservations, call Tel. +973 1711 5500

InterContinental Regency Bahrain Limited time, busy life… this how you run business and preferably you wish to have a rather quick, however nutritious and high quality lunch. Medzo offers you a menu including a selected range of dishes that will fit in your busy working schedule. Dishes start from BD3 and half portions are offered to keep you light. Enjoy an incredible 50% on Elements snacks and bites menu every Tuesday with BD3++ on all snacks and bites.

For info and reservations, call Tel. +973 1722 7777

Mövenpick Hotel Bahrain Relish prime US beef, unlimited exotic cocktails, beers, wines and gourmet food cooked to perfection every Thursday at Al Murjan Ballroom. To set the perfect mood for an eventful night, the resident DJ will be playing tunes as guests dine. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Join us as the hotel work to do their part to raise awareness through the Thursday Night Out dinner on 11th and 18th October.

For info and reservations, call Tel. +973 1746 0017

only BD14 net per person with Live Entertainment by singing duo Tusa. 3 Hour unlimited beverage package available for an additional BD15 net per person.

For info and reservations, call Tel. +973 1775 1262

Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq Thalassa Sea & Spa Celebrate Dia De Los Muertos Festival (Day Of The Dead) at Sofitel Bahrain as our Annual Halloween Beach Party lurks just around the corner. Enjoy a wide array of authentic Mexican dishes and dance to the rhythms of melodic Latin music, as we rejoice this iconic Mexican holiday all week long at our lavish 5-star bar & restaurant, Tapas.

For info and reservations, call Tel. +973 1763 6363

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Influencers

The Secret to Real & Lasting Transformation When it comes to living your best life; whether that means developing your career, or making lifestyle improvements for your health and wellbeing, making smaller more achievable changes is your best approach. It will minimise the chance of regression and will have a greater overall impact on sustainability than making bigger more dramatic changes with the risk of resistance and overwhelm.

Often we want immediate results and to make a big impact, but doing small things you can sustain over the long term will yield more permanent results, especially because it reduces the overwhelm and requires less willpower, which is in effect a limited mental resource.

Behaviour change is not easy, but with the right mindset and strategy, you can improve your life, one small step at a time.

Here’s how:  Habit Stack: seek to change one small habit at a time, only

moving onto your next habit change, once you’ve mastered the one before.  Try adding in new habits before removing less desirable

ones (make it easier for those to drop away.)  Don’t rely on willpower to keep you from, or to your

targets, it’s not always available.  Modify your environment to reflect your desired result.  Set a time frame (but be flexible as timelines aren’t always

accurate)  Set a concrete behaviour, not an abstract goal (eg,

Concrete: ask for a pay rise. Abstract: make more money.)  Appreciate you will regress because that is all part of

behaviour change, don’t let it derail you.  Don’t aim for perfection, just aim to improve.  Be consistent as Bruce Lee said, “Long-term consistency

trumps short-term intensity”.  Get comfortable with delayed gratification.

Robyn Law

Robyn Law is an Australian living in the Middle East, raising her family abroad. Passionate about selftransformation and living “her best life!”

Find her at robynjlaw.com www.robynjlaw.com

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The Yallah Banat press conference at The Gulf Hotel

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A surprise 40th Birthday party was held for Bjorn Regehr at his residence on Amwaj

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Going Out

The Great Americana Food Fest Bahrain Confidential tries Downtown Rotana’s newest themed Friday Brunch!

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he American food craze has reached epic proportions on Bahrain’s shores. Just recently, we embarked on a culinary journey through the United States of America at Flavours on 2, Downtown Rotana.

The brunch appeared to be a foodies' dream-road-trip across the 50 States of America. Traditional favourites from both coasts and a selection of legendary southern dishes were just waiting to be indulged in!

An all-American brunch with down-home favourites can be found at The Great Americana Food Fest. From the salad station, we truly enjoyed the New York Potato Salad as well as the equally fresh California Avocado and Chicken Salad. However, the Montana Apple & Bean Salad stood out from the rest!

With a wide variety of dishes, it’s hard to know where to start. We were

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Comfort foods are staples for anyone craving for a hearty meal and a little taste of home…

Going Out impressed with the starter samplers served, giving us a preview on what to expect during the brunch. The plate included tasty dishes including an unexpected favorite: chicken and waffles.

The mac and cheese, on the other hand, was noteworthy! The wonderful cheesy goodness makes it a staple side dish.

Comfort foods are staples for anyone craving for a hearty meal and a little taste of home… and Southern food brings comfort like nothing else. Fried chicken, corndogs and macaroni and cheese?

They’re all right here. There’s also an abundance of goodness at the live cooking stations. The steak section was just as good as ever.

Finally, the sweet ending. Chocolate cake. Donuts. Live candy floss. These are just some of the desserts you’ll find at the Friday Brunch that definitely had us screaming for more.

We can say that Downtown Rotana have put a lot of effort into making the experience look authentic. During the

brunch, the staff wore USA Flag-inspired aprons which was a nice touch. The service was exceptional; our glasses were never empty and were constantly being refilled. Aside from having our tummies full, the live entertainment also kept us cool!

The fun doesn’t stop there! Diners can also enjoy free pool access. The Great Americana Food Fest is priced at BD22 and BD32 net and can be enjoyed every Friday from 12:30pm to 4pm. Book your seats now! n Price: BD 22 NET and BD 32 NET Opening Hours: Every Friday from 12.30 pm until 4 pm.

Location: Flavours on 2, Downtown Rotana For info and reservations, call Tel. +973 1311 9999

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Tips That Will Lead you to New Fitness Breakthroughs Whether you're training for a sport, a slimmer waist, or just for your general well-being, there's probably something you can do to make your hard work and time even more efficient. Maybe the key to improved performance is a new technique you haven't yet had a chance to try, or a slight tweak to your training approach.

In some cases, a workout hack could even be training less — the old saying claims that you should train smarter, not harder.

These tips may help you unlock new training heights. All you have to do is be willing to try something new and put in the extra effort.

Think Big What’s going through your mind when you’re exercising makes a difference. In a study in the European Journal of Sport Science, one group of trainees was told to “squeeze the muscle” while doing biceps curls and leg extensions.

A second group was told to “get the weight up.” After eight weeks, those in the “squeeze the muscle” group (that’s called “internal focus”) grew their muscles 12.4 percent, compared with 6.9 percent for the latter (“external focus”) group. The findings provide more evidence of the nervous system’s ability to target a muscle, or “neural drive.”

Put that into practice during your next workout. Instead of just straining to finish your set, concentrate on the movements of your muscles.

The Rule of 3 Does Not Apply If your main goal is slimming your waistline and you’re doing highintensity interval training (HIIT), rethink doing three workouts a week.

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EK Kanoo hosted the launch of Toyota Avalon at the Toyota Showroom, Sitra

Society

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Phoenix Restaurant and Shisha Lounge hosted an 'Influencer Night'

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a karaoke night with MéChele

Come for DINNER Stay for Karaoke Special discount for all US NAVY Personnel

Going Out

The Fizz Pub

The Arch Hotel Bahrain introduces everyone to the most exciting hangout spot!

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he reclamation of the New Juffair area is popping up some delightful treats in terms of entertainment outlets.

Fizz Pub Bahrain is here to claim the number one spot for lounging and features the biggest HD Led screen in Bahrain. Situated on the fifth floor of The Arch Hotel, Fizz is designed on a minimal approach. Rather than being a typical “Sports Bar”, it’s being brought to the market as “A Bar with sports” enabling the public to have a more relaxed atmosphere rather than a multitude of sports paraphernalia pushed in your face. Its natural wood effect and huge windows make you feel elevated within the surrounding buildings of Juffair. The establishment also has the largest LED HD screen you will find indoors in the whole of Bahrain.

The screen itself can be seen from literally every area of the pub, so we’re talking a cinema for sports. Fan of the premier league football? It’s as if you sat in The Sir Alex Ferguson Stand at Old Trafford, watching the Red Devils in action (Yes, we are United Red at The Arch) or enjoying a cold one at The Oval with your feet up watching the test match. Surround JBL sound gives it that extra OOMPH when the ball hits the back of the net.

watering options in between. 12pm-9pm everyday is a whopping 25 percent off on all food and beverages. If you’re military or cabin crew, the discount runs for the whole 14 hours the outlet is open. Fancy a beer? Draught is for BD2.7++ from 12pm-9pm.

Wine drinkers will be treated to ongoing specials, assuring proper price structure on bottles rather than extortionate ones. n

A generous amount of promotions is also going on at the Fizz Pub Bahrain. It opens from 12pm to 2am with all sorts of mouth-

For info and reservations, call Tel. +973 3408 7486 / 6670 5583

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American Southern Style Family Restaurant & Lounge Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Serving Real American Food in The Middle East since 1997 We are located in Juffair...Come see us!

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Going Out

Three’s a Crowd Bennigan’s gives us a reason to bring the whole gang.

Buffalo Chicken

Chicken Fried Chicken

Hogan's Egg Rolls

The special menu includes: Hogan’s Egg Rolls. Tender wraps filled with chicken, sweet corn, black beans, and fresh herbs served with house made pineapple sweet pepper cream sauce.

Garlic Cheese Bread. Baguette slices with fresh herbs, garlic, and butter topped with grated cheese.

Prime Jal-A Day Burger. A half-pound burger seasoned with Cajun spices, Sriracha aiolo, sharp White Cheddar, and fresh fried jalapeno slices drizzled with a choice of chipotle ranch or freshly made jalapeno cream sauce.

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he Bennigan’s restaurant launches “The Gang Promo”. Groups with three & above members with a minimum order of three main courses will be able to avail of complimentary dishes, courtesy of Bennigan’s.

Customers can select their complimentary dishes from a special menu for this promotion.

Chicken Fried Chicken. A taste of the old south. Tender chicken breast fried to a golden brown crisp covered in the restaurants’ rich creamy gravy. It is served with a choice of 2 sides.

Buffalo Chicken Sandwich. Southern fried chicken covered in hot and spicy sauce. It is topped with blue cheese dressing, lettuce, tomatoes, and red onions in a sesame bun.

Chicken Tender Pub Bites. Three mini southern coated chicken fillets topped with lettuce and smokey honey Dijon in a sesame bun.

For more information, Tel. +16030104/05

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Society

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The Domain Hotel celebrated the launch of Le Sauvage's degustation experience menu

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The Gulf Hotel held a VIP dinner at the all new La Pergola by Chef Perbellini

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Beautiful Women of Bahrain

Each month, Bahrain Confidential features a beautiful woman living in Bahrain!

Meet Imogen

Name: Imogen Szecowka Country of origin: England What do you do in Bahrain/ Job Title? Actress, Model, Pony club instructor at Dilmun stables, Brand Ambassador and Blogger What do you most like about Bahrain? Friends become like family as we are all away from our real families.

What do you dislike about Bahrain? Everything is more expensive than UK. Favorite holiday destination: Portugal - I went there this summer for the first time. I was promoting for a fitness/travel company based in Bahrain & Saudi. I Absolutely loved the place. The activities there were amazing and the food was incredible! @imogenhelen

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Dance the night away and make your footprints count as we groove for charity, in conjunction with Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and in partnership with American Express. The most-awaited party will feature the latest tunes by our guest DJ and a sumptuous open buffet and beverage.

BHD 25 for members and hotel guests BHD 35 for non-members 15% off for American Express Cardmembers Thursday, October 11, 8 p.m. - 1 a.m.

The Private Island Call +973 1758 6499 or email rc.bahrz.restaurant.reservations@ritzcarlton.com

Building 112, King Mohammed VI Ave, Block 428 Al Seef District, Manama, Bahrain 973 1758 0000