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Contents NOVEMBER 2016 • ISSUE 167 Online edition at www.Bahrain-Confidential.com
Fashion 36 48
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Saks Fifth Avenue Day to Night – Fashion Forward Man CONFIDENTIAL
Dining & Nightlife 88 90
Thanksgiving dining Parties & Lounging
Essential Listings 99
Juicy Pickings 18 32 82 80
Not to be Missed Sheerluxury – Jewellery Arabia Pre Festive Makeover Sports on Wheels – Car Review
Features & Interviews 36 58
Manish Arora in Bahrain Bahrain Fights Domestic Voilence – A True Story
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PERIODICAL REINCARNATION
A Dilettante’s Recycling Project Dr Andrea Ignacio is an American chiropractor and artist living in Bahrain. The ‘notoriously camera-shy creator’ launched her debut exhibition, which she calls a happy accident.
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ON HER EXHIBITION… The title of the exhibit is Periodical Reincarnation. It's a tongue in cheek literal description of what the art is, but also fairly aptly describes my reinvention into an artist. I love magazines and my collages feature unique pictures I come across on their glossy pages. As a bit of a collector, but knowing I can't afford to have most of the design surroundings I'd prefer, it's hard to read a magazine and not covet or find deep beauty in something entirely out of reach. So I collect photos as recognition of their (virtual) value; my favorite colour, for example. There are millions of magazines being issued world-wide, with millions of images of, say, a wall papered in cashmere of some gorgeous shade, and millions of those "walls" being thrown away once the magazine is read. I feel the desire to pay homage to these images, many
of which may never be used again once their fashionable season has passed, and create something beautiful that respects their inner value even if their inner value is simply being a great shade of blue.
ON HER CREATIVE BACKGROUND… I’m not formally trained as an artist but am well read in art history and have absorbed knowledge on design through personal research. Never though have I contemplated being artistic. Creating and inventing, yes. Art? Not once. I come from a very creative tinkering family background but didn’t execute my ideas until quite recently. Guess I just needed to find a way to create what I see without having to learn the rules, and it's gratifying to feel this sort of re-connection to my family.
ON HER STYLE… My artwork is primarily single medium collage. I’m a bit of a dilettante, so my pieces are abstract more as a result of my lack of drawing ability than by design. I don’t have an idea before hand how the piece is going to turn out. I simply categorise unique images by color, light to dark, types of patterns or subject. I love detail; for instance, when I’m in a museum, I don’t take pictures of entire images, rather I’m drawn to a fold of a garment in a painting, or the toe of an embroidered shoe peeking from under a robe. Designs, textures and colours also inspire me. Two of my favourites are Opal (read green-blue) and botan (read halfway between orange and pink), which stems from my favourite Japanese rice candy as a child.
ON BAHRAIN… Bahrain, for such a small place, feels like it is somewhere where your ideas can be manifested more easily and more fully than anywhere I've ever lived, and this is amazing!
Botan
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LUXURIOUS ADORNMENTS & THEIR HISTORY
Visit the Asia Jewellers’ kiosk at Bahrain’s largest jewellery exhibition, Jewellery Arabia, from 22nd to 26th November.
BUCCELLATI OPERA COLOR COLLECTION Opera is inspired by Italian Renaissance culture: the ideal of absolute symmetry as expressed by the flower, which is both its symbol and a recurring motif. This makes Opera a work of art, characterised by sinuous, fine lines and harmonious forms, with eye-catching decorative effects formed by alternating solids and voids. The collection features bracelets, necklaces and chokers, rings, and earrings, and now the luxurious long chains.
BUCCELLATI BRACELETS AND CUFFS The so-called cuff bracelet is the contemporary version of the old slave bracelets, dating back to the Roman period, when they were the symbol of man’s devotion to woman, and it also recalls ancient Egypt, where the bracelets mainly had a religious and spiritual meaning and were executed with bones, stone or wood. Buccellati’s cuff bracelets perfectly show all the most important engraving techniques used, and they are the result of an entirely hand-made execution, with unique finishings.
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Buccellati is available at Asia Jewellers For info & prices, call Tel. +973 1753 4444
DELMA KLONDIKE CHRONOTEC
Mastering speed and design for almost a century From its luxury-finished ETA Valjoux 7750 automatic movement to its tachymeter function, the Klondike Chronograph was designed to make men’s hearts beat just a little bit faster. This collection highlight from the traditional Swiss brand Delma has been created with attention to detail and the highest level of technical precision – and is sure to be an international hit thanks to its stylish, edgy design. With its high-quality Klondike Chronotec chronographs, Delma, a family-owned Swiss company founded in 1924, has called on its long experience: here, traditional watchmaking expertise and craftsmanship perfectly complement contemporary design. This watch is ideal for anyone whose tastes run not only to a fast-paced lifestyle but also to pleasure and great design: it is perfectly at home on a boat, in a fast car, 200 meters below the sea or at a party by the pool.
Detailed, precision processing The screw-in case back allows a clear view of the ETA Valjoux 7750 mechanical movement, a masterpiece of Swiss watchmaking with circular-grained bridges and blued screws. The 42-hour power reserve and the automatic winding mechanism ensure precision. A tachymeter, day/date-display, the indestructible, scratch-resistant sapphire crystal and particularly the easy-to-read, luminous-coated hands delight men who are prepared to take on any challenges life might throw at them. Quite simply: a beautiful watch There’s no question that the Delma Klondike Chronotec’s craftsmanship, functionality and technology are impressive. And optically? Straightforward. Sporty yet elegant. The 44-mm case in stainless steel or coated with PVD yellow gold? The dial in white or black? It’s all a matter of personal taste,
as is the choice of a genuine leather strap with a crocodile pattern or a bracelet in partly-polished, partly-matt stainless steel. Details like the rotor decorated with Geneva stripes are simply quite beautiful and reflect the chronograph’s Swiss heritage. Watchmaking expertise for almost 100 years Since Delma was founded by Adolf and Albert Gilomen in Lengnau, Switzerland, it has launched a number of landmarks to great acclaim both from the public and from watchmaking experts. The symbiosis of traditional Swiss craftsmanship and contemporary design has long attracted countless quality-aware and value-conscious men and women around the globe. The pursuit of perfection and the chance to enhance watchmaking history remain the foundations on which Delma is building its future.
Its 44 mm case comes in steel or with yellow-gold PVD plating, is available with a stainless steel bracelet or genuine leather strap, and is water-resistant to a depth of 200 meters. For more information, please visit Delma online on www.delma.ch
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BUCCELLATI A Century of Talent & Passion
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radition, skills and excellence in handcrafting, creativity and the highest quality materials: these are the values that have always been central to Buccellati, a long-established family firm that creates Italian-designed jewellery.
Andrea with his daughter Lucrezia
A BRIEF HISTORY Mario Buccellati, the founder of the family business, did his apprenticeship at a very young age at the famous jewellers and goldsmith’s Beltrami & Besnati, where he was fascinated by all of the metals and stones and the use the craftsmen made of them. Having a knack for drawing and an inquisitive mind, he quickly became one of Italy’s highly respected jewellers and goldsmiths of the period and garnered a prestigious clientele. He even revived and emphasised the use of ancient tools and traditions to bring his creations into being. Soon he started to work for various Royal Families of Italy, Spain and Egypt, and supplied ornamental objects to The Pope and the great cardinals of Rome. Mario Buccellati also had some very entrepreneurial skills and, considering his success at Italian level, he decided to spread
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the business so, in 1925, he opened two additional stores, one in Rome and one in Florence. In 1951, Mario decided to expand the house of Buccellati internationally and ventured into the American market. When Mario Buccellati passed away, in 1965, four out of his five sons took over the family business, and among them Gianmaria (1929-2015) passionately learned the meticulous craftsmanship, and notably the driving force behind Buccellati. In 1966 Gianmaria took over the management of the workshops and the creative side of the company. Buccellati is the Italian “bottega” of Renaissance times brought into the 21st century: Mario first, then Gianmaria, and now his son Andrea with his daughter Lucrezia.
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f you like standing out in the crowd, you will love Manish Arora’s Resort 2017. Colourful and vivacious best describes this collection, which was displayed during a fashion show at the Saks Fifth Avenue store in City Centre Bahrain. Alongside the new range, a few pieces from the designer’s last show were also exhibited. As this was Manish’s first visit to the island, he brought a local touch to his clothes by designing exquisite abayas and kaftans exclusive to Bahrain and the Middle East. It’s worth mentioning that most pieces leave enough scope for modest fashion.
Manish Arora talking to media members. The designer is wearing a watch which is his own creation.
World of Manish
Having multiple labels and collaborations under his belt, Manish has exhibited at
Saks Fifth Avenue Bahrain invited ace Indian designer, Manish Arora, who launched his Resort 2017 collection for fashion enthusiasts. Melissa Nazareth, along with fellow journalists, caught up with the creative entrepreneur over an intimate lunch at the luxurious Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay.
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fashion capitals like London and Paris in addition to India. Currently, he shuttles between Delhi, where he has his studio and design team, and Paris, where he lives and participates in shows. “Paris has been home for almost a decade and I love everything about this place,” said Manish who believes that the city polished him and is instrumental in making him the refined designer he is Manish often refers to his own heritage for inspiration. Being the first Indian designer to grace the ramp at Paris Fashion Week, he wanted to take his country and all that it represents with him, and express that in his clothing. “I didn’t want to design something just to please the west." But Parisian fashion is more minimalistic in contrast to
Manish’s fashion aesthetic. So, how did he manage to find a common ground? "Paris tells you when to stop. Every millimeter counts here be it in terms of length or fittings." As a brand, ‘Manish Arora’ believes that wearing the range must bring a sense of joy and a feeling that ‘life is beautiful’ (Manish was wearing a bracelet with the saying). Though Manish is a fun lover, which was evident from his talks and body language, he is serious about his work. “Fashion is a job like any other,” he said. “Most people mistake it to be glamorous, and it is, but only for those who wear or experience it; for us designers, it is about being disciplined.” That said, Manish finds time to do the
things he loves like watching movies and TV series. He even makes it a point to go to Goa for New Years, every year, since he was 17 or 18. Manish was here on a short trip but he loved the island and hopes to visit again. “I’ve hardly moved out because we’ve been so busy preparing for the fashion show but I find the sea surrounding the island to be breathtaking,” he said, adding that he appreciates how the country takes care of its culture and history; its architecture, for instance. Is there anything about the Kingdom that will feed into his designs, ever? “I understand that gold thread work is unique to Bahrain and would love to explore that sometime.”
Melissa & Manish
Visit Saks Fifth Avenue in Bahrain City Centre or call Tel. +973 1717 2000 for more info. Bahrain Confidential November 2016 37
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YAZI
By Yasmin Salahuddin Successful Bahraini fashion designer, Yasmin Salahuddin, just launched her brand, Yazi, in Kuwait. She draws inspiration for her style from her background in graphic design and living in London. On being asked to define her style, she says that it’s a blend of traditional Bahraini with a modern twist. “I use abstract and bold prints in my scarves and play with shapes. My designs have hidden depth and intricacies you will only notice from looking closely. My collection of statement clutches is perfect for the sophisticated woman of today.”
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A DAY TO REMEMBER
Huda Mirza, winner of the first edition of Bahrain Confidential's Beautiful Women of Bahrain, enjoys an exquisite brunch, rejuvenating spa treatment and memorable overnight stay with her daughter at the exotic Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq Thalassa Sea & Spa.
Huda's outfits in the photos clicked at Wok and the Prestige Suite are from her own fashion line, Lala Helena
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Time to unwind at Sofitel Bahrain’s luxurious spa Exquisite brunch at Wok, Sofitel Bahrain’s Vietnamese restaurant
Huda Mirza with daughter Helena at Sofitel Bahrain’s Prestige Suite
Time for a swim! Huda and Helena enjoy an afternoon at the kids’ pool
Sofitel Bahrain’s Kids Club has a range of fun activities and programmes for children, Helena finds out with mum Huda
HUDA’S MESSAGE: I am scholastically inclined and fashionable with a big heart for the needy. I started my career in medicine and eventually wound up in hospitality, the luxury hotels segment to be precise, because I enjoyed it the most. From being a simple girl in the administrative department to Director of Human Resources and working across brand chains, I have consistently climbed the ladder of success and discovered myself in the process. I’m an advocate of women empowerment and believe that I’ve have exemplified to other women that gender
can never be a hurdle to achieving our dreams. After being Director of Human Resources for almost five years, I’ve been assigned as Director of Talent & Culture. I’m proud to say that I am the only female on the Executive Committee at Sofitel Bahrain, sharing one goal “No Guest Leaves Unhappy”. Being a people oriented person has only helped me further in my career. I love designing as well and founded the elegant Lala Helena fashion line for abayat and jalabiyat. My gorgeous daughter Helena, who is my motivation,
inspires the brand and all that it stands for. I believe that in addition to physical beauty, our heart and thoughts are important too; together they comprise true beauty. Participating in the Beautiful Women of Bahrain contest has given me a platform to express this comprehensive idea of a beautiful woman. Stay tuned for A Day to Remember with Indira Chhetri, winner of Beautiful Women of Bahrain 2
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WHAT IS A CHEK PRACTITIONER? A CHEK practitioner is a health professional who is an intern of the CHEK institute, an American company created and headed by Paul Chek. He or she is trained to identify what is essential to achieving and experiencing health and wellbeing through a series of specific assessment technologies and interview technologies. He or she then uses the data collected to carefully construct a programme focusing on diet and nutrition, lifestyle and exercise
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HV doesn’t follow crazy diets, clients are advised a 30-Day Metabolic Reset. During this period, they avoid certain food items including dairy and grains, and have more rooted vegetables and salads instead. Once the 30-day period is up, foods are gradually introduced and this helps clients identify what’s right and not for them.
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Age Gulf Aiste A Daubaras wonders how and when the Western civilisation lost respect for the old age.
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henever mention of Bahrain creeps up into a conversation with any well-seasoned business traveller, first thing they would enthusiastically point out that indeed our airport has the fastest Fast Track in the world. And that it is not an exaggeration, as nowhere else you can check-in (whilst comfortably siting at the check in desk), pass the passport control and clear off the security (without a single person queuing in front of you) in five minutes flat. And to set one off in a good mood, the slogan above the exit door wishes you a “Bon voyage” (why in French, I would not be able to answer, but suppose it is a part of the overall amusement). However, during my most recent trip, all that bonne humeur promptly evaporated, as I approached the boarding gate and witnessed a group of noisy and brash western youngsters unceremoniously pushing out of their way a lost-looking elderly local couple, who timidly and uncertainly where trying to figure out the boarding procedure. Although it was such a fleeting episode, and hardly anyone noticed it, this made me quite pensive during the entire turbulent flight. Unable to shake off the image of the bewilderment in the eyes of
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the elderly couple, I sat wondering how and when did the Western civilisation lose the respect for the Old Age. Too preoccupied with chasing the Eternal Youth, spending thousands and thousands on fancy beauty products and undergoing painful ant aging treatments, we leave the care of our elderly to the institutions and fail to instill a due regard for seniority, neither by teaching nor by example, to our youngsters. On the other hand, there are hardly any “old people’s homes” in the Islamic world, as caring for one’s parents is considered to be an honour and a blessing. But please, don’t get me wrong; Muslim women do take care of their appearance, perhaps even more than their Western counterparts, just that the final outcome is slightly different. Whilst a lady in the West is losing her confidence and stance in the workplace and society with every new appearing wrinkle, a spare ounce of fat or a strand of grey hair, and no amount of facelifts can help her overcome these insecurities and social prejudice; a Muslim woman, on the other hand, will always command a respect of her family, no matter how the passing years would adorn her appearance, as mothers are particularly respected in this culture. And although Christian faith also
teaches ‘to honour thy father and thy mother”, unfortunately we seem to have lost the grasp of the order of our priorities somewhere along the way. Too busy worshiping at the altar of the Youth Cult, we forgot that we shall be old ourselves one day. As it was said by the Holy Prophet, that “If a young man honours an elderly on account of his old age, Allah appoints someone to honour him in his old age”. Or as one would say in good plain English, “What goes around comes around”.
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JOIN THE FIGHT! Bahrain stands up against domestic abuse. “He believed he was feeding her only for her to throw up and so he stopped giving her food. Naturally, her baby died of malnutrition.”
This report is based on an interview with Rawan Atiyani and Leila Matahen, certified ‘advocates’ at Women's Crisis Care International (WCCI) Bahrain. All personal details have been left out for client confidentiality, as all clients and information are kept under the strictest confidence within WCCI. WCCI doesn’t make its client information available to anyone, under any circumstance. This is one of the many cases WCCI Bahrain is working on. The women’s support group offers emotional help to victims who approach them and will also refer shelters and legal help if needed. Helpline: +973 3844 7588
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Every girl dreams of her fairy tale wedding. She did too. She has been married for 5 years and though she had the most unromantic wedding – signing a piece of paper – it is the least of her worries. Her life is a complete mess and she doesn’t remember the last time she was happy or interacted with people. She sits in the house the whole day and lives in fear of what’s going to happen next.
MOTHERHOOD She got pregnant few months into her marriage and hoped this would change things, in vain. It must have been the stress and depression that her baby died inside her. She needed immediate medical attention but her husband
thought otherwise. She waited forever to visit a doctor knowing all the while that if she didn’t get the foetus scraped off right away, her body would go into toxic shock and she could even lose her life. She was distraught and stayed up all night, crying. She vividly remembers her husband asking her to ‘shut up’. He even locked her in the bathroom to avoid hearing her scream; apparently it annoyed him. After three long months, he finally agreed to take her to the hospital and she wasn’t surprised that the doctor scorned him for such utterly irresponsible behavior. Time passed by and she conceived for a second time. Thanks to morning sickness, she was constantly throwing up and was
her story
Cleanliness is something she struggles with every day. It doesn’t help that her husband gets dirty on the job and comes home reeking of petrol and the smell of engines. Adding to the horror is his abominable sense of hygiene: he picks his nose and wipes it on the couch, he doesn’t shower regularly, he urinates in the backyard or pool – apparently they have six bathrooms! Sometimes, he just jumps into the pool with his clothes on and then sits on the couch, wet, and covered in urine. He defecates, thankfully in the toilet, but then comes out stark naked and slaps his rear end all covered in feces. There are times when he throws folded and ironed laundry everywhere and all she can do is watch her work for the day go down the drain. She even cut her hair off because her husband refused to buy her shampoo. After that, he started calling her ‘a fat little boy’ and is always saying demeaning, degrading things to her.
FIGHT! FIGHT! FIGHT! She admits that she and her husband have a lot of fights and most of them end up with him screaming and hitting her, and her crying. Right in the middle of an argument, her husband doesn't think twice to hit or slap her because he feels she is ‘talking too much’.
SOCIAL ANXIETY She is desperate for connection and interaction. She has no family and the person who raised her (not a parent)
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Once, he asked her, as usual, to shut up because she was making conversation while he was watching television. She gave up, and walked into her room and shut the door. In a few seconds, he was at the door, banging on it. She quickly pulled the bed and propped it against the door to prevent him from entering. It’s quite a heavy bed and she has not idea how she managed to lift it because the next morning when she tried pulling it away from the door she couldn’t. She sat in the room for nine hours straight, with her dog, without any food or water,
One night when her husband was hitting her, the neighbours heard her scream. The next morning when they enquired, she told them that if they hear her screaming again they must call the police because she was being beaten up. The next time her husband hit her, she told him that the neighbours had found out. To her surprise, he started hitting their dogs instead and even threw them against the wall. She is really close to her dogs especially after she lost her babies. They are the reason she wakes up every morning. It’s worth noting that her husband got her the dogs because he believes ‘they are a replacement for the babies they lost’. Luckily, she has managed to find a foster home for one of them since that episode.
is dead. She sees herself all alone in a foreign country with a husband who doesn’t care. She has such horrible social anxiety and there isn’t a conversation where her husband doesn’t feature. Throughout the day she gets these sporadic needs to vent and that’s when she calls the WCCI Bahrain helpline. She has spoken to most of the volunteers and even met them in WCCI Bahrain’s office. She is now looking out for a job with their help, hoping to bring some sanity and order to her life.
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asked to stay in bed so she didn’t exert herself. She made a bed on the bathroom floor with a blanket and few pillows to avoid getting up. The doctor even suggested she keep a bell next to her bed so she could ring it when she needed something. Initially, her husband offered to get her water and crackers but after a few weeks he told her it was a ‘bad investment’ – he believed he was feeding her only for her to throw up and so he stopped giving her food. Naturally, her baby died of malnutrition.
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Tamkeen launched the international art fair under the patronage of HRH Princess Sabeeka Bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa in a press conference at Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay.
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New Volkswagen Tiguan Launch
Volkswagen Centre Bahrain hosted the grand launch of the new Tiguan in the presence of guests and members of the media, at the Volkswagen showroom in Sitra.
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Al Areen Palace & Spa Indonesian Festival
Al Areen Palace & Spa hosted the grand launch of its Indonesian Festival at Keizo restaurant in the presence of VIP guests and members of the media.
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De Beers 5th Anniversary
De Beers Diamond Jewellers Bahrain held a celebration to honour the 5th Anniversary of its partnership with AJM Kooheji Group and De Beers Diamond Jewellery. For more pictures, visit our Gallery on bahrain-confidential.com
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Crowne Plaza French Theme Night
Crowne Plaza Bahrain hosted a fabulously French themed evening for guests and members of the media at La Mosaique restaurant to officially launch their “French Theme� night.
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IHG Foundation Week
Crowne Plaza Bahrain joined colleagues from all over the world to raise funds for InterContinental Hotels Group Foundation with activities like beach cleaning, yoga, health camps, and a mini olympics. For more pictures, visit our Gallery on bahrain-confidential.com
Motorcity Maxus Launch
Motorcity launched new Maxus multi-purpose vehicle models in the presence of management and members of the media at its showroom in Nuwaidrat.
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Waha Grand Opening
Ibn Al Nafees hosted the grand opening of its new cosmetic clinic Waha at Ibn Al Nafees hospital, in the presence of guests and members of the media.
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Tommy Hilfiger Kids Preview
Tommy Hilfiger Kids hosted a preview of its kids’ Fall’16 collection at the store in City Centre Bahrain.
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Lumee Street Café Sa’ar Launch
Lumee Street Café opened a new outlet in Sa’ar. Guests and members of the media were invited to enjoy a fun evening with delicious food. For more pictures, visit our Gallery on bahrain-confidential.com
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Mukta A2 Cinemas Grand Opening
The official launch of Mukta A2 Cinemas took place at Juffair Mall in the presence of VIP guests and members of the media. HE Shaikh Khalifa bin Daij Al Khalifa was the guest of honour.
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Chinese Art Gallery Opening
Dragon City, in collaboration with Bahrain Authority for Culture and Antiquities, hosted the grand opening of the Chinese Art Gallery at the Art Centre in the presence of guests and members of the media.
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Gulf Residence Amwaj Opening
Gulf Residence Amwaj, Gulf Hotels Group’s newest fourstar property in Bahrain, was officially inaugurated by the CE of Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority, Shaikh Khalid bin Humood Al Khalifa. For more pictures, visit our Gallery on bahrain-confidential.com
Crowne Plaza Pink Brigade
Chef David Miras of Crowne Plaza Bahrain initiated the Pink Brigade project to support breast cancer awareness by having his team wear pink jackets and aprons in October. For more pictures, visit our Gallery on bahrain-confidential.com
Launch of Chevrolet Malibu 2017
National Motor Company hosted the grand launch of the new Chevrolet Malibu at its showroom in Sitra. For more pictures, visit our Gallery on bahrain-confidential.com
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Rolls Royce Driving Experience
Rolls Royce hosted an exhilarating driving experience for VIP guests and members of the media with its new Wraith Black Badge, at Bahrain International Circuit. For more pictures, visit our Gallery on bahrain-confidential.com
New Gaia Handbags Launch
The new Sublime Victory collection of Gaia handbags was launched at Seventh Heaven in Al A’ali Mall in the presence of fashionista Fouz Al Fahad.
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Candy Cloud Bahrain Duty Free Launch
Bahrain Duty Free launched the award winning Candy Cloud concept at Bahrain International Airport. The store is located in the departures retail area and offers top toy and confectionery brands. For more pictures, visit our Gallery on bahrain-confidential.com
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95% of all Toyota Prius models sold since 2006 are still on the road! While I was driving the car on the streets of Manama people were looking at me in a curious sort of way, probably because this was the first Prius they had seen in Bahrain. The interior is spacious with a cool looking
cabin and comfy seats as well as plenty of space in the trunk. If you’re in this car with a group, everyone has room to stretch out. Its interior slightly reminds me of the New Generation VW Beatle with its use of light colours and bare metals - although it doesn’t have the little flower pot - but here is a charging spaces for smartphones. When I first pressed the start button I wondered why the car wouldn’t start. It turns out I had indeed started it and the engine was already running but I just couldn’t hear it, it’s that quite and smooth. The Prius comes with the Toyota Safety Sense feature which has a pre-collision system that’s very helpful in tight situations.
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Despite the competition from other manufacturers the Prius is still the benchmark others compare themselves against. It is the industry leader in its range and 95% of all Toyota Prius models sold since 1997 are still on the road. It will be interesting to see how this catches on in Bahrain since the price of petrol is on the rise and there’s beginning to be a change in mindset among the general populace.
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PLANTS There are several reasons why adding plants to your interior décor can be a good idea. For starters, they kill dead space. Moreover, they add so much life and colour to your surroundings without competing with other hues in the scheme. Plants are also a great way to fill out walls and help soften angular lines like no other.
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UPHOLSTERY Fabrics, like textures, add much needed depth to a space. A rustic Welsh armchair like this one from Marina Home Interiors’ new range will give your drawing rooms strong personality. For a more royal feel, you could pick this velvet seat in royal blue.
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HIGH CHAIRS Adult high chairs are perfect for the festive season and look classy especially around the bar counter. If you’re hosting a drinks and finger food party for guests, this lovely piece of furniture is ideal to relieve the tootsies every now and then. BD245
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The lovely Al Naseem poolside at Elite Resort & Spa
BEST Hotels ...NOT TO BE MISSED!
NOVEMBER AT ELITE ELITE RESORT & SPA
Steak Club Thursdays Enjoy succulent, premium cuts of meat for BD12++, 7pm onwards by the Al Naseem poolside. Share our Catch invites seafood lovers every Friday, 7pm onwards to dig into the freshest catch prepared with mouthwatering flavours for BD12++ by the Al Naseem poolside. Swim and Dine every Saturday where you get to enjoy good food and signature drinks for BD20 and even take a dip in the Al Naseem pool when you wish. Beat the Clock at Shift 7 invites you to be ahead of time and enjoy foot-tapping music and exotic drinks, and remember the earlier you arrive the more you save.
For info & reservations, call Tel. +973 3888 4415
ELITE SEEF RESIDENCE & HOTEL
Thrill of the Grill Enjoy a live BBQ station and multi cuisine buffet by the Oasis Pool area as a live band serenades you every Friday, 7pm to 11 pm, for BD12. Secrets of the Sea Discover the secrets
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of the sea every Thursday, 7pm to 11pm, and dig into a lavish spread of flavourful fish and seafood for BD12++ Journey through Italy Sample authentic Italian flavours at IL Giardino every Wednesday, Thursday & Friday with a 4-course dinner featuring everything from soups and antipasti to pizzas and desserts – all for BD12++ Friday Family Brunch will be hosted at the Oasis gardens with delicious food and entertainment for BD18++ while kids have loads of fun at the Kids Club. The club will organise a range of activities to keep the little guests occupied and the buffet for them is priced at just BD10++
For info & reservations, call Tel. +973 1758 3388
ELITE GRANDE HOTEL
Beat the Clock at Zodiac Lounge & H2O, 3 pm onwards. Enjoy foot-tapping music and exotic drinks and remember, the earlier you arrive the more you save. B&B every Tuesday and Wednesday, 8pm to 11pm, where you can enjoy juicy burgers with beers for BD12++
Poolside brunch at H2O every Friday, noon to 3.30pm for BD12++ where you enjoy a lavish spread including healthy salads and soups with live grill stations and mouth-watering desserts and fresh juices.
For info & reservations, call Tel. +973 1756 5888
ELITE CRYSTAL HOTEL
Waikiki Kitchen – A Polynesian restaurant invites you for happy hours, daily, 11am to 7pm and for a Friday pool party with unlimited food and drink. Entry is FREE for ladies, BD10 for gents, and a special package of BD25 for couples inclusive of unlimited food and selected drinks. Get there early if you want to your own Kabana or cushioned lounge chair. There will be entertainment by 2 famous DJ’s as well. THE LOTUS all day dinning invites you to enjoy an international dinner buffet for BD6.5++ and BD3.5++ for kids
For info & reservations, call Tel. +973 1736 0360
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TAHITIAN PRAWN SALAD Ingredients: 1 Maui onion, finely sliced 1 grapefruit peeled, pith removed and segmented 1 orange peeled, pith removed and segmented 500gm small peeled prawns, cooked 3gm black olives 2gm red cherry tomatoes 2gm yellow cherry tomatoes 5gm artichoke 5gm asparagus tips 2gm frisse lettuce 2gm Boston lettuce 1gm dill leaves 1gm parsley 86 Bahrain Confidential November 2016
Tahitian Prawn Salad
Dressing: 1 clove garlic, crushed 15ml (1tbsp) palm or brown sugar Zest and juice of 3 lemons 25ml (5tsp) fish sauce 30ml (2tbsp) sweet chilli sauce 1gm kaffir lime leaves 2gm lemon grass Lemon salt to taste 3gm grain mustard Garnish: Orange caviar Cranberry caviar chives Method: On a serving platter, combine the above ingredients and arrange well. Place poached prawns on top and pour dressing. Garnish with orange and cranberry caviar, and chives.
ONO MUKALE (READ DESSICATED COCONUT PRAWN) Ingredients: 6 nos. prawns (20 -30 grade) 5gm lemon grass 3gm kaffir lime leaf 15ml fish sauce Salt 15gm garlic paste 1 no. egg
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30gm refined flour 300ml refined oil to fry prawns 200gm desiccated coconut powder 100gm Panko bread crumbs 1 no. bird's eye chilli 2gm galangal 3gm coriander roots Mango Pepper Sauce: 60gm fresh mangos 20ml mango pulp 10gm red bell pepper coulis (read thick sauce) 10gm yellow bell pepper coulis 15ml apple cider vinegar 5ml red wine vinegar 5gm shallots 2gm Garlic crushed 2gm palm sugar Salt to taste 15ml olive oil Method: Peel and devein prawns and flatten them. Marinade prawns with above ingredients except oil, desiccated coconut and Panko bread crumbs and keep aside for a while. Coat marinaded prawns with desiccated coconut and Panko bread crumb mixture. Fry prawns until golden brown. Prick prawns with skewers and arrange skewers in one of a coconut shell. Serve with sauce.
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Spanish Food Fiesta at Sofitel Bahrain
...NOT TO BE MISSED!
The Foodie Edit Thanksgiving & other exciting promotions in November.
SOFITEL BAHRAIN ZALLAQ THALASSA SEA & SPA
Spanish Food Fiesta will be hosted from 16th to 26th November at Tapas bar with live entertainment from guest Spanish Flamenco band, Las Duquelas. Tapas bar will also host Sushi-licious for BD15 – all you can eat and Japanese sake. Wok restaurant invites you to Wok Market Night for BD18 including 2 drinks. Go all out on seafood at the La Mer seafood brunch every Saturday for BD18 net. Ladies enjoy 50 percent discount on food and drink across outlets ever Monday.
For info & reservations, call Tel. +973 163 6363
THE RITZ-CARLTON, BAHRAIN Cantina Kahlo invites you to enjoy authentic Mexican flavours. Mariachi performers, Trio Mexicanismo, from Cancun are set to serenade guests right up to the end of January. Opening
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hours are noon to 2am and Cantina Kahlo is located right next to Trader Vic’s. Thanksgiving dinner will be at La Med on 24th November, 7pm to 11pm for BD24++
For info & reservations, call Tel. +973 1758 6499
SHERATON BAHRAIN
Celebrate Thanksgiving at Al Safir with a themed buffet with family and friends! Chocoholic Friday Brunch with buy 1 get 1 free offer will be hosted every Friday, 1pm to 4pm for BD28/34 net and BD10 net for kids – those below 4 years eat free.
For info & reservations, call Tel. +973 1753 3533
CROWNE PLAZA BAHRAIN
Enjoy French themed nights at La Mosaique
every Monday, 7pm onwards with a delicious spread including beef bourguignon, fresh salads, cheeses and more for BD14.551. This month’s theme for Friday brunch on 25th November, 12.30pm onwards, is ‘Thanksgiving Brunch’ for BD35 net and BD12.75 for kids 7 to 12 years. Spices Indian restaurant invites you to try juicy tandoori kebabs for BD6.5 net.
For info & reservations, call Tel. +973 1753 1122
BUSHIDO
Bushido brings Nikkei cuisine to Bahrain this month. Chef Shigeki Iimura will enchant with his creations from this Japanese-Peruvian fusion cuisine – think miso salmon!
For info & reservations, call Tel. +973 1758 3555
gastro ART ROTANA
Celebrate Thanksgiving at ART Rotana, Friday 25th November. There will be traditional Turkey and all the sides you love plus live entertainment. From 12:30pm BD34 Net. Dive into the fantastic Fisherman’s Voyage Seafood Night at Choices featuring the widest selection of fresh seafood, Thursdays from 7pm, BD16/25++. Get your curry on with the brand new Desi Dish night at Choices. A huge selection of dishes from the subcontinent are on offer. From 7pm, BD15/25 Net.
Fisherman’s Voyage at Choices, ART Rotana
For info & reservations, call Tel. +973 1600 0111
DOWNTOWN ROTANA
Don’t miss the Italian wine dinner at Teatro Downtown Rotana on 30th November for BD25++. A 5-course Italian menu paired with premium Italian wines will be served. In addition there are a host of other promotions at Downtown happening this month and continuing from last month.
For info & reservations, call Tel. +973 1311 9999
FOUR SEASONS HOTEL BAHRAIN BAY
THE K HOTEL
Celebrate Thanksgiving with a lavish feast on 24th November and enjoy rich warm soups, fresh chilled seafood, traditional roasted turkey, an array of salads, and spectacular desserts. The special buffet will offer a variety of kids’ favorites too and is priced at BD16.5++ inclusive of a welcome drink. Children below the age of 5 years eat complimentary. If you’d like to stay at home over the Thanksgiving weekend, the K Hotel will happily bring dinner over to yours. Orders must be placed one week in advance, latest by Saturday, 19th November.
For info & reservations, call Tel. +973 1736 0000 Thanksgiving at the K Hotel
Drop in to Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay for a chic and breezy BBQ at AZURE Pool & Lounge. Make the most of the season's glorious weather and lounge outdoors by the pool while you soak up the lively American BBQ atmosphere, feast on exceptional Wolfgang Puck grills, refresh yourself with unlimited drinks, and listen to the latest chill out songs mixed by our resident DJ.Friday Grill & Barbeque with CUT by Wolfgang Puck on 11th November, 2016 starts at 2:00 pm onwards. Entry: BHD 42++ including unlimited food and beverages. Book your ticket or private cabana.
For info & reservations, call Tel. +973 1711 5044 • Due to renovations Trader Vic’s will remain closed. • Christmas Tree Lighting at the K Hotel will be on 28th November with traditional beverages and cookies while the choir serenades you with festive tunes. For Friday Brunches, look up the Bahrain 101 listings on our back pages Bahrain Confidential November 2016 89
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Bahrain’s
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Lounging &Nightlife ART ROTANA
Sample a wide selection of wines and enjoy hand-selected pairings of fine cheese at Cellar 59 every Wednesday, 8pm to 11pm for BD15++
For info & reservations, call Tel. +973 1600 0111
DOWNTOWN ROTANA
Teatro Downtown Rotana invites you to ‘Treat yourself with the BD1 Cocktail’ daily, 7pm to 8pm, where you order any cocktail from the beverage menu and pay just BD1 for an additional order.
For info & reservations, call Tel. +973 1311 9999
THE RITZ-CARLTON, BAHRAIN
Thai Lounge invites ladies to enjoy one complimentary drink from an assortment of cocktails every Tuesday, 7pm to 11pm with great music from DJ Erin Campbell.
For info & reservations, call Tel. +973 1758 6499
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Cellar 59 at ART Rotana
SOFITEL BAHRAIN ZALLAQ THALASSA SEA & SPA
Happy Hours at Amber Bar lets you enjoy a drink and get one free between 5pm to 7pm, daily.
For info & reservations, call Tel. +973 1763 6363
BUSHIDO
Bushido lounge invites you to enjoy the worldwide launch of “Tonight”, DJ Jackson’s latest super hit, in collaboration with world famous Two Akcent & Dollarman on Friday, 25th November, 9pm until late. Free entry for all! DJ Jackson is famously known as a flag-bearer of some of the finest Electronic Dance Music tunes.
For info & reservations, call Tel. +973 1758 3555
For ladies’ nights and happy hours, see Bahrain 101 listings on the back pages.
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Roaring 20s Ball
New Year’s Eve 2016 at Crowne Plaza Bahrain
It is often said that the way you spend your New Year’s Eve is an indication of how you will spend the next year. So, in order to ensure that 2017 will be memorable and fun, ring in the New Year with Crowne Plaza Bahrain’s Roaring 20s Ball, a night of vintage glamour. There will be an exquisite gala dinner with free flowing selected beverages, spectacular entertainment including jazz band, ‘Frankie's friends with Christine Gordon’, international dance shows and a live DJ at Crowne Plaza Bahrain’s main ball room. Dress code is chic and couture ballroom. Guests will also enjoy complimentary party favors, balloon drop, champagne toast at midnight and more. Early Bird tickets are priced at BD63 if you book before 10th December and General Admission tickets at BD70. To top it off, Crowne Plaza Bahrain has a specially tailored room package including 2 tickets to the event, breakfast for 2 and double accommodation for just BD190 net.
For info & reservations, call Tel. +973 1753 1122
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Manish Arora at Saks Bahrain
Saks Fifth Avenue Bahrain invited designer Manish Arora who exhibited his designs during a fashion show at the store. An intimate lunch with guests and media was also hosted at Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay. For more pictures, visit our Gallery on bahrain-confidential.com
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Ramee Rose LUAU Party
Ramee Rose Hotel hosted LUAU Party – The Final Heat Wave at its Kabayanz bar where guests enjoyed an evening of fun with drinks and entertainment.
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Gulf Hotel Oktober Fest
Gulf Hotel Bahrain hosted its Oktober Fest where guests enjoyed German delicacies and entertainment by the popular Lasterbacher Musikanten band flown down from Germany.
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Happy Birthday, Candice!
Candice, daughter of Stephen Daniel and Sandra Daniel, celebrated her sweet 16th birthday with sister, Clarissa, friends and family at her residence in Zinj.
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Al Manzil Cocktail Party
Al Manzil Suites Hotel hosted a cocktail evening for its guests and bookers at the property in Juffair. Everyone enjoyed an evening of delicious snacks and drinks and great conversation.
For more pictures, visit our Gallery on bahrain-confidential.com
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Palm Beach Closing Party
Night Pro Bh & Amwaj Marina in association with 9 dots media hosted ‘Defected in the House’ at Palm beach. A new big stage presented Sam Divine from the UK and 5 talented, supporting DJs.
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Roots Reggae Grand Opening Crystal Palace Hotel in Juffair hosted the grand opening of its Caribbean restaurant, Roots Reggae, in the presence of guests and members of the media. For more pictures, visit our Gallery on bahrain-confidential.com
Downtown Rotana Lady in Red
Teatro Downtown Rotana launched its ‘Lady in Red’ promotion for guests and members of the media. Ladies enjoyed cocktails on the house and great music. For more pictures, visit our Gallery on bahrain-confidential.com
Cantina Kahlo Media Preview
The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain hosted a media preview for its new Mexican restaurant, Cantina Kahlo. Guests enjoyed authentic Mexican cuisine and drinks. For more pictures, visit our Gallery on bahrain-confidential.com
Jawad Group Cooking Demo
Jawad Group organised a cooking demo for guests with famous pastry chef, Chef Ismail, from Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay. For more pictures, visit our Gallery on bahrain-confidential.com
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to major shopping centers. Seef, Tel: 1711 1999 rameegrandbahrain.com
Palace Boutique Hotel Adliya, Tel: 1772 5000 thepalace.com.bh
5 Star hotels
The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain Hotel & Spa Direct access to a private beach and lagoon, Seef, Tel: 1758 0000 ritzcarlton.com
Ramada Bahrain Adliya, Manama, Tel: 1774 2000 ramadabahrain.com
- best on the island
Al Areen Palace & Spa Luxury private villas and seclusion far from Manama. Large, well equipped Spa. Close to F1 circuit, Tel: 1784 5000 alareenpalace.com ART Rotana Hotel & Resort Beach side property, Amwaj islands, Tel: 1600 0111 rotana.com/ARTRotanaBahrain Crowne Plaza Large business and conference venues and an array of restaurants, Diplomatic area, Tel: 1753 1122 cp-bahrain.com Diplomat Radisson Blu Hotel, Residence & Spa Diplomatic area, Tel: 1753 1666, radissonblu.com Downtown Rotana Manama, Tel: 1311 9999, rotana.com The Domain Bahrain Hotel & Spa Diplomatic area, Tel: 1600 0000 thedomainhotels.com Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay A soaring architectural statement on its own exclusive island. Manama, Tel: 1711 5000 fourseasons.com/bahrain Golden Tulip Diplomatic area, Tel: 1753 5000, goldentulipbahrain.com Gulf Hotel with major conference center and 9 first class restaurants, Adliya, Tel: 1771 3000 gulfhotelbahrain.com InterContinental Regency Diplomatic area, Tel: 1722 7777 icbahrain.com Le Meridien Bahrain City Centre Directly connected to City Centre Mall, Seef, Tel: 1717 1111 lemeridienbahraincitycentre.com Mövenpick Next to the airport, Tel: 1746 0000 moevenpick-hotels.com/bahrain
Sheraton Bahrain Hotel Next to Bahrain World Trade Centre. Diplomatic area, Tel: 1753 3533 sheraton.com Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq Thalassa Sea & Spa Private beach. Located out of town, close to F1 circuit. Zallaq, Tel: 1763 6363 sofitel.com The Westin Bahrain City Centre Directly connected to the mall, Seef, Tel: 1717 1000 westinbahraincitycentre.com
5 star Apartment hotels Fraser Suites Diplomatic Area Tel: 1616 1888, diplomaticareabahrain.frasershospitality.com The Diplomat Residences Diplomatic Area, Tel: 17 531666, radissonblu. com/diplomathotel-bahrain Marriott Exec. Aprts. Juffair Tel: 1736 3999 marriott.com
Ramada City Centre Manama Seef, Tel: 1710 4000 ramadamanama-citycentre.com Ramada Hotel & Suites Amwaj Island - Relaxed holiday vibe, breathtaking views. Tel. 16000999 ramada-manama-amwaj.com Ramee Rose Juffair. with popular Club XS attached, Tel: 1761 6167. www.rameehotelsbahrain.com Swiss-Belhotel Seef, Bahrain Tel: 6631 0000 reservationsbse@swiss-belhotel.com www.swiss-belhotelseef.com S Hotel Bahrain - Smart, corporate hotel with great leisure and dining. Tel. 17380380 s-hotelbahrain.com
4 Star APARTMENT hotels
Elite Crystal with the popular K360 nightclub downstairs. Juffair, Tel: 1722 4000 Elite Resort & Spa Muharraq, Tel: 1731 3333 elitegroup4u.com K Hotel Juffair. Tel: 1736 0000
ICE SKATING - Funland Tel: 17 292 313 JETSKIS - Coral Bay Tel: 17 312 700 KARATE - Bahrain Karate Centre Tel: 38 449 994 KARTING - Tel: 13 101 310 Kayaking - Bahrain Sailing Club Tel: 17 836 078 Kitesurfing - Skate Shack Tel: 17 697 176 motorsport - Test your car + driving skills on an F1 circuit + 4x4 off-road instruction. Bahrain International Circuit. Tel: 17 450 000 RUGBY - Bahrain Rugby Club Tel: 17 695 809
Elite Group - a choice of properties in Bahrain for long term guests, Tel: 1722 4000 elitegroup4u.com
RUNNING - Bahrain Road Runners Tel: 36 876 876
Sports - for those feeling energetic!
SAILING - Bahrain Sailing Club Tel: 17 836 078 Bahrain Yacht Club Tel: 17 700 677 SCUBA DIVING - Awali Divers at Dilmun Club Tel: 17 690 926 Coral Bay Tel: 17 312 700 Scubamaster Tel: 17 292 154
BOWLING - Bahrain Bowling Association Tel: 17 701 201
SQUASH - Dilmun Club Tel: 3725 5772
CRICKET - Bahrain Rugby Club Tel: 17 727 727
TENNIS - Bahrain Tennis Club Tel: 17 729 5610 Dilmun Club Tel: 17 692 986 Country Club Tel: 17 593 593
Novotel Al Dana Resort Beachside property, Muharraq, Tel: 1729 8008 novotel.com
FOOTBALL - For organized games, 5-a-side, and kids training contact Bahrain Rugby Club Tel: 17 695 809 Dilmun Club Tel: 36 342 862
Premier Juffair, Tel: 17 81 1811 infoatirampremierhotel.com
GOLF - Royal Golf Club Tel: 17 750 777
Mercure Grand Seef Tel: 1758 4400 mercurebahrain.com
HORSE RIDING - Dilmun Stables Tel: 17 693 766 Shakhoora Stables Tel: 17 591 103
Al Manzil Juffair, Tel: 1781 3366 almanzilhotelbh.com
Premium 4 Star hotels Al Safir Juffair, Tel: 1782 7999 alsafirhotel.com
Awali Golf Club – 18 hole desert course. Tel: 17 756 770
Triathlon Swim training Bahrain Rugby Club. Tel: 17 695 809 WATERSPORTS – Gypsea Watersports Tel: 7736 3677
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listings Family Clubs - for networking, and fun.
Bahrain Irish Society – Lunch meetings and other professional networking events bahrainirishsociety.com Biz-Ladies – Lunch meetings and other networking events for professional women. Tel: 38 442 727
Bahrain Beachcombers – Friendly group that typically meets twice monthly to clean beaches. Check their Facebook page for details Bahrain Rugby Club - Family club with good sports facilities. Tel: 17 695 809 British Club - Home away from home for the mostly British members. Good sports facilities. Tel: 1772 8245 Country Club - Family club with good sports facilities. Tel: 17 593 593 Dilmun Club – Family club with good sports facilities. Tel: 17 690 926
Indian Ladies Association – ilabahrain.org. Tel: 17 531 468 Internations – International social club, regular evening get-togethers at different locations – internations.org Palm Association – Ladies group helping good causes. Tel: 39 967 896 Rotary Club – Tel: 17 740 146
Dining Icons Explained:
Fine Dining
Think Pink – Fighting breast cancer. Tel: 39 076 717
No Alcohol
Indian Club Home away from home for Indian members. Good sports facilities. Tel: 1725 3157
Outdoor seating
Professional Clubs
Live music D - DINNER - average price in Bahrain Dinars L - LUNCH – average price in Bahrain Dinars
- for networking, and fun.
Asian CHINESE China Garden Enchanting décor and interesting dishes. Gulf Hotel, Tel: 1774 6423 D 25, L 12 American Chamber of Commerce – Monthly lunch meetings and other professional networking events. Tel: 17 522 777 Australian Association – Social and professional networking events. gaylehumphreys@gmail.com Bahrain British Business Forum – Monthly lunch meetings and other professional networking events. Tel: 17 813 488 Bahrain French Business Club – Monthly lunch meetings and other professional networking events. Tel: 17 748 999
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David’s Stir Fry Crazy Welllit ambiance with authentic and flavourful dishes.Tel: 1754 0188 D 18 L 12 Hong Kong Usually busy. Um Al Hassan, Tel: 1772 8700 D 10, L 6 Rauchi at Ramee Rose Hotel, Juffair. Asian fusion restaurant with live ktchen. Tel: 1761 6167 D 15, L 10 Soie Sheraton Hotel, Tel: 1753 3533. D 24
INDIAN Clay Oven Authentic cuisine, Adliya, Tel: 17 717 008 D 14, L 7 Copper Chimney Authentic cuisine, Um Al Hassan, Tel: 17 728 699 D 20, L 10 Lanterns Slightly kooky décor, excellent dishes. Several locations. Tel: 1724 6777. D 20, L 10 Nirvana High class intimate setting. Ritz-Carlton, Tel: 17 580 000 D 60, L 21 Rasoi Fine dining Indian restaurant. Ramee Grand, Seef, Tel: 1711 1973 D 24, L 12 Rasoi by Vineet First fine-dining Indian restaurant in Bahrain operated by a Michelin starred chef. Gulf Hotel, Tel: 1771 3000 D 26, L 14 Roti Boti Al Areen Palace & Spa. Closed on Monday. Tel: 1784 5000 D 20, L 10
Spices Indian fine dining at the Crowne Plaza, Diplomatic Area, Tel: 1753 1122. D 50, L 12.5
JAPANESE Akiko Contemporary Japanese cuisine. Adliya, Tel: 1771 7080. D 14, L 7 Imari Japanese Restaurant at Domain Hotel, Tel: 1600 0000 D 28, L 11 Kei Popular for its maki. Golden Tulip, Tel: 1753 5000 D 20, L 9 Maki Innovative takes on sushi and maki. Moda Mall, Tel: 1752 2733 D 45, L 15 Mirai Trendy lounge serving contemporary Japanese food, Adliya, Tel: 1771 3113 D 22, L 9 Ruka Fusion Japanese dishes with panoramic views of Manama from the 24th floor. Ramee Grand, Tel: 1711 1999 D 28, L 11
listings CAFES with outdoor seating
Sato Sushi and teppanyaki. Private rooms. Gulf Hotel, Tel: 1771 3000 D 27, L 12
THAI
AMERICAN
Royal Thai Emphasis on seafood. Gulf Hotel, Tel: 1771 3000 D 27, L 14 Aroma Luxurious and modern Middle Eastern shisa café offering food. Popular with all nationalities. Seef Mall, Tel: 1758 2711 Bay View Lounge Light international fare or afternoon tea plus outdoor terrace. Four Seasons, Tel: 17115000 Café Lilou French themed café serving light meals. Adliya, Tel: 1774 1440 Coffee World Specialty coffee house offering hot and iced coffees with sweet and savoury snacks. Reef Island. Tel: 1756 4750 Coco’s Very popular, especially when the weather is good as it has a large enclosed garden. Adliya, Tel: 1771 6512 Columbus Café Offers hot drinks, snacks and desserts at City Centre Bahrain & Seef Mall. Tel. 17172324 Cream & Fudge Premium ice creams, nuts, fruits, candies, fudge and more. Reef Island. Tel: 17564740 Crust Crema A true coffee experience. Saar Avenue, Tel: 1721 4155 Dome Café Part of the London chain of trendy yet cozy bistros. Juffair and Seef, Tel: 1781 0180 La Patisserie Flavoured teas, fresh savouries, and desserts. Ramee Rose Hotel, Juffair. Tel: 1761 6167 Le Chocolat Specialty dishes including chocolates and burgers and pizzas. Seef, Tel: 1758 2259 Senses Lounge Freshly baked goodies, and a special selection of teas and coffees. Al Areen Palace & Spa, Tel: 17 845 000 Veranda Interior garden theme. There are now 3 in the chain located in Adhari, Amwaj, and Adliya, Tel: 1771 5868
EUROPEAN + AMERICAN
Thai Lounge Thai themed lounge bar. Ritz-Carlton, Tel: 17 586 499 D 40, L 11 Thailand Traditional Thai food. Adliya, Tel: 1771 7040 D 15, L 7 WU Asian Restaurant & Lounge Offering a culinary experience from the Far East. ART Rotana Amwaj, Tel: 1600 0111 D 24
ASIAN - VARIOUS Bambu Serves Chinese, Thai, Japanese, and Vietnamese cuisine. Adliya, Tel: 1726 2555 D 15, L 8 Bushido Enormous Samurai-themed Japanese restaurant by day, and offshoot of Buddha Bar by night. Seef, Tel: 1758 3555 D 30, L 12 Keizo Al Areen: A contemporary & elegantly styled Asian restaurant serving Chinese, Japanese & Thai Cuisine. Closed on Sundays. Tel: 17845000 Ext. 250 D 30, L 12 Meisei Spread over 3 floors with a trendy rooftop bar. Japanese, Chinese, Korean and fusion. Adliya’s block 338, Tel: 1700 7770 D 28, L 11 Monsoon Fine East-Asian cuisines served in a beautiful pavilion Adliya, Tel: 1774 9222 D 29, L 12 Nu Asia Popular lunchtime venue. Al Ali Mall, Tel: 17 587 171 D/L 15 re Asian Cuisine | Wolfgang Puck 50th floor of Four Seasons, Tel: 1711 5046 D 90, L 35
ITALIAN Bice Modelled on a restaurant with a proud Italian heritage going back to the 1920s. Moda Mall, Tel: 1753 3666 D 28, L 11
Bennigan’s American themed diner with live music in the evenings. Al Safir Hotel, Juffair. Tel: 1781 3750 D/L 9 Hard Rock Café Part of the international chain of themed restaurants. Live music. Exhibition Road, Tel: 17 291 569 D/L 16
Café Italia Stylish restaurant, modern Italian cuisine Adliya, Tel: 1774 4774 D 25, L 9 Cico’s In Bahrain for 35-years, traditional Italian meals Adliya, Tel: 1771 3710 D 22, L 10
Johnny Rockets Themed burger bar. Al Ali Mall and Amwaj Lagoon, Tel: 17 566 565 D/L 10
Cucina Italiana Home-made pasta, and wood-fired pizza. Al Safir Hotel, Tel: 1700 1317 D 15, L 7
Ric’s Kountry Kitchen American restaurant with a lively karaoke night and separate bar that’s very popular with Americans, Juffair. Tel: 1772 5550 D/L 10 T.G.I.Friday American diner and steakhouse offering a family friendly experience. Bahrain City Centre, Juffair & others, Tel: 17 179 041 D/L 10
FRENCH Camelot Friendly bar and restaurant located in a faux castle. Live singer. Adliya, Tel: 3997 7540 D 25, L 12 La Fontaine A spectacular and romantic restaurant hidden away amongst small streets, Manama, Tel: 1723 0123 D 38, L 20 Le Sauvage Masculine, leatherbound grilla room on the 36th floor with great views. The Domain, Tel: 1600 0000 D 45, L 14 Le Domain [34] Chic restaurant with great views. The Domain, Tel: 1600 0222
Fiamma Restaurant Sofitel Bahrain Tel. 1763 6363 D 28, L 15 La Pergola Opulent Roman-style settings. Gulf Hotel, Tel: 1774 6419 D 28, L 10 Oliveto’s restuarant and lounge, beautiful outdoor seating around a pool. Adliya, Tel: 1771 6747 D 35, L 14 Masso Strong focus on quality organic ingredients. Palace Boutique Hotel, Tel: 1772 1061 D 29, L 12 Mondo Mediterranean favourites in cool surroundings. Diplomat Radisson Tel: 1753 1666 D 30, L 11 Pasquale “Trattoria” style Italian restaurant on waterfront terrace. Reef Island. Tel: 133 20617
Prego Family friendly. Royal Golf Club, Tel: 1775 0777 D 25 Primavera Overlooking the hotel gardens and out to sea. Ritz Carlton. Tel: 1758 0000
D 40, L 13 Le Jardin, Ramada Hotel Bahrain
Gudaibiya, Tel: 1774 2000 D 25, L 12 PAUL French cuisine. At City Centre Bahrain & Seef Mall. Tel. 1717232 D 15, L 10
D 35, L 18 Rialto Authentic old country dishes served up by chef Mateo. Ramee Grand, Tel: 1711 1974 D 27 Roma Italian fare with live music every night. Um al Hassam, Tel: 1772 3818 D 20
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Rosso – Bar, Enoteca, Restorante A rustic Italian restaurant serving a varied a la carte menu. ART Rotana Amwaj. Tel: 16000111
Vapiano Freshly made pasta and Italian pizzas and more. Tel: 1749 1391 D 18 L 16 Vento Open-air poolside Italian-style restaurant Four Seasons, Tel: 1711 5500 D 45
EUROPEAN - VARIOUS Brasa De Brazil Churrascaria Great options for meat lovers and vegetarians alike. Tel: 1758 2225
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Lemon Tree Exotic culinary selection, including Japanese, Arabic, Indian, and Mediterranean dishes. Ramee Grand, Tel: 17 111 999 D 35, L 9 Level 34 Masculine grill room on 34th floor. Great views. The Domain, Tel: 1600 0000 D 50, L 14
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D 25 L 20 Café Amsterdam and Vino Teca Barcelona 2 restaurants joined to one another and sharing a garden. Adliya, Tel: 32 000 177 D 35, L 12 La Med Popular for its buffet, Ritz Carlton, Tel: 1758 6499 D 40, L 16 Florence La Maison Mediterraneenne Adliya Tel: 17 336 373 L 18 D 20 Nicole’s at Block 338, Tel: 1728 0700 D 35, L 7 Saveur Westin’s Eat Well concept with ‘SuperFoods’. Westin, Tel: 1717 1000 D 20, L 15 Tapas Serves tapas and cocktails on the seafront. Sofitel. Tel: 1763 6363 D 37
MUJU Outdoor seating area with a pleasant sea view. Dragon Resort, Tel: 1603 9800 D 30, L 18 Rimal Restaurant All-day dining with breakfast buffet and a la carte. Al Areen Palace & Spa, Tel: 17 845 000 Saraya Restaurant, Sofitel Bahrain Tel. 1763 6363 D 25, L 15 Upstairs Downstairs Live music nightly, Adliya, Tel: 1771 3093 D 30 Zoë with rooftop and basement lounges. Adliya, Tel: 1771 6400. D 35
MEXICAN Casa Mexicana Adliya, Tel: 1771 5521 D 25
Txoko A Basque-inspired sky lounge serving tapas. The Domain, Tel: 1600 0000
Margarita Mexicana First finedining Mexican restaurant in Bahrain. Gulf Hotel, Tel: 1771 3000 D 32
INTERNATIONAL - VARIOUS Al Wasmeyyah Golden Tulip’s signature outlet. Tel:1753 5000 D 15, L 9 Bahrain Bay Kitchen Indooroutdoor restaurant, features an international buffet. Four Seasons, Tel: 1711 5500 L 22 Fusions East meets west where
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Senor Pacos Popular lively Mexican themed restaurant. Adliya, Tel: 1772 5873 D 20
POLYNESIAN Kontiki Asian food in stylish surrounding. Diplomat Radisson Blu, Tel: 1753 1666
Friday Brunches
music & kids’ entertainment, BD34. Tel: 16 000 111
Prices include unlimited food & beverages. All eateries offer discounts for kids. Timings typically 12 - 4pm.
Elite Resort & Spa Brunch by poolside BD12++/BD6++ kids under 11 years. Tel: 3627 5444
Bahrain Bay Kitchen Four Seasons Friday Brunch, 12.30pm-3.30pm for BD26++. Tel: 1711 5000 Brazil AdliyaLive music, BD21. Tel: 17 826 686 Bushido Seef, DJ & kids’ entertainment, BD18.5++/24.5++. Tel: 17 583 555 Citrus All Day Dining, Ramada Hotel & Suites Amwaj Islands, noon to 4pm. BD12++ Tel: 1600 0099 Crowne Plaza Live cooking stations across three restaurants. Live band, henna, & face painting. Lively crowd. BD35 net. Tel: 17 531 122 CUT Brunch at CUT By Wolfgang Puck from 12pm to 3pm, Four Seasons, Tel: 1711 5044, BD 29++/39++/49++ Choices ART Rotana, Live
Flavours On 2 Downtown Rotana BD24, noon to 4pm. Free pool access until 7pm. Tel: 1311 9999 Golden Tulip Free transport for groups of 10+, Live music & kids’ entertainment. Lively crowd. BD25. Tel: 17 535 000 H2O Brunch Elite Grande Hotel, noon to 3.30pm BD12++. Tel: 17 565 888 Keizo Al Areen Palace & Spa Great food & drink, pool access and kids club facilities. BD19++/25++. Tel: 1784 5000 Klouds The K Hotel Live music. BD16.5++. Tel: 17 360 000 La Med Ritz Carlton Hotel, Seef, Live music & kids play area. BD35/45 net. Tel: 17 586 499 Lanterns Indian Restaurant, Adliya, Access to garden BD26. Tel: 17 250 999
listings Legendz Intercontinental Regency, BD25. Tel: 17 227 777
courses. Royal Golf Club, Tel: 1775 1262
Le Sauvage Domain Hotel, Adults only! BD32. Tel: 17 360 000 Lemon Tree Ramee Grand, Live music & kids’ corner, BD15/20++. Tel: 17 111 999 Masso Palace Hotel, Nuevo cuisine options. BD30 Tel: 17 721 061 Moevenpick Live music & kids’ corner. Lively crowd, BD36 net. Tel: 17 460 000 Muju Dragon Hotel, Live jazz, sea views, adults only. Lively crowd. BD25. Tel: 16 039 800 Rauchi, Ramee Rose Hotel Asian fusion restaurant. Every Friday BD10/15. Tel: 17616167
L8 The Meat Co. South African restaurant with roof bar. Adliya, Tel: 1774 2080
Plums Fine dining steakhouse. Ritz-Carlton, Tel: 1758 0000 D 72 Also see Le Sauvage (French)
Upstairs Downstairs Adliya, Live music/pianist. BD21. Tel: 17 713 093
STEAKHOUSES
Al Fayez Traditional Lebanese food with a cultural modernized twist. Reef Island. Tel: 1332 0612
SEAFOOD
Rauchi Ramee Rose Hotel, Fresh seafood prepared to your own taste. Tel: 1761 6167
Kenza Lebanese and Iranian fare. K Hotel, Tel: 17360 000 La Mosaique International buffets and a la carte menus. Crowne Plaza, Tel: 1753 1122
Mawal Lebanese cuisine, set menu, live Lebanese and Iraqi singers and belly dancers. Golden Tulip, Tel: 17 535 000 ext. 8543
Olivos Brasserie Casually elegant eatery. Diplomat Radisson, Tel: 17 531 666 D 35 Pashawat Restaurant, Sofitel Bahrain Tel. 1763 6363 D 25, L 15 Rayes Lebanese food with outdoor seating looking across a small marina. Fateh Corniche, Manama, Tel: 17 312 700 D 15, L 5
Reef Fish Market Reef Island. Tel: 17564730
Brazil Rodizio Grill & Lounge Brazilian-themed steakhouse offering the churrascaria dining style. Adliya, Tel: 1782 6686 D 20 Butcher Shop & Grill South African family chain. Non alcohol. City Centre, Tel: 17 172 323
CUT by Wolfgang Puck Bahrain’s newest steakhouse located at the Four Seasons, Tel: 1711 5044
Waves Crowne Plaza, Tel: 1753 1122
MIDDLE EASTERN BAHRAINI Saffron AlAreen Khaleeji cuisine. Al Areen Palace, Tel: 1784 5000
Shoo Fe Ma Fee Lebanese dining. Adliya, Tel: 17 311 280
MIDDLE EASTERN - VARIOUS Baharat Dishes from across the Arab world, accompanied by sounds of live Oud player. Le Meridien, Tel: 1717 1111
Villa Mamas Opposite Saar Cinema, Tel: 17 305 031
Lumee Middle Eastern street food in a café/deli setting. A’ali and Saar Mall. Tel. 17434300 / 17694848
IRANIAN
Reef Garden Dining with a modern Arabic twist, Reef Island. Tel. 17564730
Legendz at the InterContinental Regency, Tel: 17 227 777.
Golestan Iranian fine dining at Sheraton Hotel, Tel: 1753 3533
Links overlooking the golf
Takht Jamsheed Iranian specialties Gulf Hotel, Tel: 1771 3000.
FAMILY Children friendly, soft drinks only! Al Abraaj Arabic and International cuisine at reasonable prices. Branches throughout Bahrain. Burger Lounge Gourmet burgers, salads and side dishes in a venue as trendy as any nightspot. Amwaj Lagoon. Tel: 7705 5772 El Gringo Mexican Al Hamala Tel: 17 00 14 60 P.F. Chang’s Asian-themed diner located in Bahrain City Centre Tel: 1717 9757 T.G.I Friday’s Bahrain City Centre and Juffair Tel: 1717 9041 The Grub Shack American style Al Hamala Tel: 17 13 13 63 Nando’s Portugese/South African peri peri chicken. Juffair and Zayad town. Tel: 17825100 Also see: Butcher Shop & Grill (Steakhouses) Listed under Chili’s (American) Listed under Johnny Rockets (American) Listed under
Zahle Lebanese cuisine, belly dancing. Gulf Hotel, Adliya, Tel: 1774 6417
D 25
D 140 Flames Steak & Seafood Serving modern contemporary cuisine with rooftop dining. ART Rotana Amwaj. Tel: 1600 0111
Reem Al Bawadi Family-themed Lebanese café’ and shisha. Ramada Manama City Centre. Tel. 17104026
D 40, L 10 Also see Royal Thai (Thai)
Kosebasi Turkish steakhouse. At City Centre Bahrain & Seef Mall. Tel. 17172322
Bey Route Lebanese restaurant and deli. Budaiya Tel: 1728 0111
D 30, L 11
La Mer Select your meal from the display and watched it cooked before your eyes. Sofitel, Tel: 1763 6363
gourmet cuisine. Tel: 1761 6167
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D 32, L 14
Ric’s Kountry Kitchen Juffair, Live band. BD18. Tel: 17 725 550 Sofitel Bahrain Live cooking stations from around the world and live entertainment. 12.30pm to 4pm. BD36/16 net. Tel: 1763 6363
LEBANESE
Takasim Arabic specialty restaurant with live performances and
Hidden Gems Some of our favourite family places where you can enjoy a feast for less than BD5. MIDDLE EASTERN - Under BD5
Al Hantoor Grills One-of-a-kind Turkish restaurant, running for 18 years. The regular customers swear by their grills and shawarma,Tashan, Tel:1740 1084 Al Shoala Popular Turkish spot – among the locals and expats alike. Expect some delay with your order during peak times.
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listings “Shawarma Alley” OK – this isn’t a single outlet, but a whole road of cafes and shawarma stands, the so called ‘Shawarma Alley’ is your go-to place not just for a simple snack, but also for some people watching. Typical price for a shawarma – 300 fils! Adliya, Osama bin Zaid Avenue.
Swagat A charming vegetarian small-hole-in-the-wall, offering all things South Indian. Manama Souq, Tel: 1722 5137 Govindas Authentic Hindu vegetarian cuisine. Mannai Mansions, Juffair (opposite Al Jazzera supermarket), Tel: 17 827 127 Vrindavan All-vegetarian outlet serving authentic South Indian thali. Manama, next to American Mission Hospital, Tel: 1723 4454, 1727 2320
Jidhafs, Jid Ali, and Muharraq, Tel: 1733 3676 (Muharraq branch)
international - Under BD5
Badawi Authentic Lebanese dining experience in Bahrain. Hoora, Exhibition Road, Tel: 1729 7799
Grill Room Buffet A great variety of Chinese, Continental, and Pakistani dishes. Budaiya, Tel: 1769 6660
Bu Ali Traditional Middle Eastern and Asian dishes. Several branches throughout the island, Tel: 1724 2432
Paradise Café This veteran eatery has a loyal customer base. Famous for its chicken tikka and cream caramel. Manama, Government Avenue, Tel: 1753 5306
Iskenderun Grill Excellent for tikka or lamb chops. Generous portions too! Hoora, Exhibition Road, Tel: 1729 3334 Lebanese Restaurant Aka ‘Shukri’, they serve mutton shawarma, hummus, Iranianstyle lamb chops, and traditional arayes. Gudaibiya, Tel: 1724 2333 Tehran Grills Iranian food, Sanabis, opposite Bahrain Mall, Tel: 1755 5989 Uruk Restaurant Famous for its grills and fresh bread. Hoora, Exhibition Road, Tel: 1729 1500 Alexandria Grills Tables set-up on the sidewalk! As you watch the buzzin’ streets, they’re grillin’ delicious meat & chicken tikka in front of you! Old Palace Rd. (across from Daiso).
Indian - Under BD5 Aryas Bhavan Vegetarian restaurant serves South Indian and Punjabi dishes, including vegan options. Manama, Isa Al Kabeer Avenue, Tel: 1726 3171 Barbecue Delights Pakistani, Afghani, and North Indian cuisine. Seef Mall, Tel: 1756 4282
Salt’n Pepper Chinese, Indian, Pakistani, and Middle Eastern dishes as well as sandwiches, fast food, seafood, steaks, and vegetarian options. Sanad, Tel: 1762 3535 Yum Yum Tree Different cuisines cooked in separate kitchens all under the same roof. Great food, wide selection – Arabic, Italian, Chinese, Thai and more several branches throughout the country, Tel: 1753 7900
Located at the rooftop. Influenced by Andalusian Spain, Arabia and France, Moroccan cuisine is a delicate blend of oriental aromatic flavours that makes it a unique experience. From professionally-trained chefs using only fresh ingredients, we provide the ideal dining experience that will enchant your palate and elevate your senses.
Open from Monday till Saturday Lunch 12:30pm - 3:00pm Dinner 7:00pm - Midnight RAMADA HOTEL AND SUITES AMWAJ ISLANDS P.O. Box 13220, Building 1741, Road 5715, Block Amwaj 257 Amwaj Islands, Kingdom of Bahrain Phone: +973 1600 0099 | Fax: +973 1600 0098 ramada-manama-amwaj.com | dining@ramada-manama-amwaj.com
Nightlife
So called because it is close to the US Navy base and popular with Americans. This is not a restaurant but a long street full of family food outlets and restaurants - mostly international franchises. Juffair.
far eastern - Under BD5 Swan Lake Genuine Filipino dishes, with a pinch of Thai cuisine, always served fresh and in generous portions. Manama, next to Bab Al Bahrain, Tel: 1722 7761 Baan Saeng Thai – authentic Thai cuisine, Adliya Tel: 1771 0467
Spice Nice Goan cuisine. Chinese dishes also available. Adliya, behind Gulf Hotel, Tel: 1771 3603
Fish House A must try for seafood lovers. Budaiya, opposite the International Hospital, Tel: 1759 4040
seafood - Under BD5
Club XS Non-stop music mixed by in-house DJ. Ramee Rose Hotel, Juffair. Tel: 1761 6167 CUT Bar & Lounge Signature bites and drinks every Saturday and Sunday for BD3. Four Seasons, Tel: 17115000
“American Alley”
Charcoal Grill Known forits tandoori chicken, this small family restaurant offers Indian, Chinese, and grills. Umm Al Hassam, Tel: 17729115
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The City’s First Fine Dining Moroccan Restaurant Now at Amwaj
Lively at weekends Bora Bora A Caribbean themed rooftop venue with a sunken bar and poolside lounge. Juffair, Elite Crystal Hotel, Tel: 1755 8200 Brazil This intimate club has a friendly vibe and hosts some of Bahrain’s niche music genres. Adliya, Tel: 3616 1650 Bushido Enormous Samuraithemed Japanese restaurant by day, and offshoot of Buddha Bar by night. Seef, near RitzCarlton. Tel: 1758 6555. High $$$ Camelot Friendly bar and restaurant located in a faux castle. Live singer. Adliya, Tel: 3997 7540
Davy Crockett’s restaurant and bar with live band. Very busy at weekends. Hotel Diva, Juffair, Tel: 3992 2583 Downtown Jam Night on Sundays where you receive a complimentary drink if you participate with the resident band. Central Business District InterContinental, Tel: 1722 7777 Elements Offers a poolside lounge in an open white room. Central Business District, InterContinental, Tel: 1722 7777 Fiddlers Green Irish themed pub. Diplomat Radisson Blu, Diplomatic Area, Tel: 1753 4666 Harvesters Large pub with outside seating. Live band. Crowne Plaza, Diplomatic Area, Tel. 1753 1122
listings Ibrida The biggest club in Bahrain with resident band and other stage events. Seef, Ramee Grand Hotel, Tel: 1711 1999 JJs popular Irish bar and restaurant, host to Bahrain’s Karaoke Idol. Adliya, Tel: 3932 9083 Klub 360 Large club that hosts many international DJ nights. Juffair, Elite Crystal Hotel, Tel: 1736 0300 Muju Indoor and outdoor setting that overlooks the pool and the lagoon. Amwaj, Dragon Hotel, Tel: 1603 9800 Ora Restaurant, Hotel Diva Juffair, Tel: 3642 6462
cozy Burlington Club Cigar lounge in the style of an English gentlemen’s club. Ritz Carlton, Seef, Tel: 1758 0000 Cellar 59 A wine bar and cellar at the newly opened ART Rotana, Amwaj. Tel: 1600 0111 Flamingo Bar Classy cocktail and cigar lounge by the pool. Moevenpick Hotel, near Airport, Tel: 17460 000 Lagoon Has a central pool bar that you can swim up to. Zallaq, Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq Thalassa Sea and Spa, Tel: 1763 6363
Pulse Lively Arabic nightclub, Al Safir Hotel, Juffair, Tel: 1782 7999
Level 34 Great views over Bahrain. Diplomatic Area, The Domain, Tel:1600 0000
Ric’s Kountry Kitchen A popular American venue with a lively karaoke night. Juffair, Tel: 1772 5550
Mai-Tai Trader Vic’s little sister, the Polynesian theme remains, Seef, Ritz-Carlton. Tel: 1758 6555
Sherlock Holmes large English themed pub with live band. Gulf Hotel, Adliya, Tel: 1771 3000
Shift 7 Formula 1 inspired bar and lounge. Indoor and outdoor seating and excellent view of Bahrain. Muharraq, Elite Resort & Spa, Tel: 1731 3333
Sky Bar Rooftop experience. Closes when the summer gets too hot. Juffair, Hotel Diva, Tel: 3971 8101 Tapas Bar A vibrant blue interior reminiscent of the sea outside, offering cocktails, live music, DJ’s, and hosts a Friday brunch. Zallaq, Sofitel. Tel: 1763 6363 Takasim Arabic night club with live Performances and gourmet cuisine. Ramee Rose Hotel, Juffair. Tel: 1761 6167
The K Lounge Art Deco feel, with contemporary art on display. Juffair, The K Hotel, Tel: 1736 0000 Typhoon Cocktail lounge with option to sit outside set next to the gardens of The Gulf Hotel, Adliya, Tel: 1774 6434
Ladies' Nights
Trader Vic’s Sociable atmosphere. Sit outside to enjoy one of the most beautiful settings in Bahrain. Ritz Carlton, Tel: 1758 6555. High $$$
Txoko A bar that’s almost the entire length of the club, and a raised VIP area. Diplomatic Area, The Domain, Tel: 1600 0000 Upstairs Downstairs Bahrain’s favourite jazz venue, renowned for its live music Dinner Shows. Adliya, Tel: 1771 3093 Wrangler A very wild Wild West Saloon, playing RnB. Juffair, Tel: 1729 0600
Camelot, Adliya, Unlimited cocktails BD5 from 7pm, Wednesdays only. Live music. Tel: 39 977 540 Cellar 59, ART Rotana, Thursday, Amwaj, 3 free drinks. 5pm2am. Live DJ. Tel: 1600 0111 Club XS Ramee Rose Hotel, Juffair. Every night, Selected free drinks. Tel: 1761 6167 Club Buffalo EVERY NIGHT (except Thursdays). Various offers. Live band. Tel: 39 508 403 Wrangler, Juffair Grande Hotel, Sun, Tues, Fri. Free drinks 8pm-2am! DJ. Tel: 39 831 380 Davy Crocketts, Hotel Diva, Juffair, Tue & Wed. 5 free drinks 8pm-1am. Live music. Tel: 36 089 534 Downtown, Intercontinental Regency Hotel, Sat, Wed, Thurs. Various offers. Live band. Tel: 35 034 768 Dublin, Ramee Palace Hotel, Sun, Tue, Wed, Fri. Unlimitedfree drinks 9pm - 1am. Live band. Tel: 39 610 405 Finesse Klub K360, Elite Crystal Hotel, Juffair, Sun & Wed. BD5 for unlimited drinks all night from 9pm – 2am! Live DJs. Tel: 36 025 360 Harvesters, Crowne Plaza, Mon & Fri. Different offers. Live band. Tel: 39 257 876 Ibrida Ramee Grand Hotel, Seef, Tuesday to Friday. Unlimited drinks 9pm -1am. Live music. Tel: 36 897 378
The Blue Hour Signature cocktails & bites at Blue Moon Lounge on Tuesdays and Wednesdays for BD5. Four Seasons, Tel: 17115000 The Warbler Sports bar with an international size pool table and darts section. Manama, Tel: 1729 0600
Bushido, Seef, Thursdays only. Free drinks from 9pm till late. LIVE DJ. Tel: 17 583 555
Txoko, 36th floor, Domain Hotel, EVERY NIGHT, except Fri. Unlimited selected drinks 4pm2am. Live DJ. Tel: 66 395 608 Upstairs Downstairs, Adliya, EVERY NIGHT, BD6 for six selected drinks. 7.30 pm - midnight. Live music. Tel: 36 869 843 Wahine Tuesday Trader Vic’s. Free drinks & bites. 6pm to 10pm. Tel: +973 1758 6555 Warblers, Ramee Baisan Hotel, Hoora, Sat, Sun, Mon, Tues. 3 free drinks 9pm-1am. Live band. Tel: 38 381 631 WU Asian Restaurant & Lounge Sip on 3 elegant cocktails from 5pm every Wednesday. ART Rotana, Amwaj. Tel: 1600 0111
24-Hour Pharmacies
Jaffer Pharmacy Tel: 1729 1039 18, Tarfah bin Al Abid Avenue, Manama 319 Nasser Pharmacy Tel: 1774 0900 63-B, Qadisiya Avenue, Manama 332 Awal Pharmacy Tel: 1777 2023 30 Shaikh Ali bin Khalifa Avenue, East Riffa 901 Muwasaa Pharmacy Tel: 1733 5666 Shaikh Mohd bin Salman Avenue, Road 205, Muharraq
Flight Info
JJs Irish Restaurant, Adliya, Sat, Sun, Tue, Wed. Unlimited drinks for BD4. Live DJ. Tel: 39 329 083 An Nada Lounge Sheraton. Every Monday, 8pm onwards with unlimited selected drinks. Tel: 1753 3533 Barrel Crystal Palace Hotel, Juffair, EVERY NIGHT - 3 free drinks 9pm1am. Live band. Tel: 66 901 323 Bambu, Adliya, Every Wednesday from 11am-3pm including house cocktails for BD10 (guys pay BD19.6). Tel: 17 262 555 Brazil, Adliya, Every Tuesday from 6pm-11pm including unlimited food & drinks for BD12 (guys pay BD20). Live music on Wed. Tel: 17 826 686
Kabayanz, Ramee Rose Hotel Selected complimentary drinks. Every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Tel: 3354 4276/6695 0526 Meisei Wed only. Free wine 7pm -11pm. Live music. Tel: 1700 7770 Sofitel Bahrain, Ladies enjoy a 50 percent discount at any restaurant/bar every Monday. Tel: 1763 6363 The Hub, Ramee Monroe Hotel, Wed only. Unlimited free drinks 9pm-2am. Live music Tel: 39 175 424
Airport Flight Info Tel: 1733 9339 British Airways Tel: 1758 7777 Turkish Airlines Tel: 1731 2233 Air India Tel: 1729 6444 Cathay Pacific Tel: 1722 6226 Emirates Tel: 1758 8700 Etihad Tel: 16500444 Gulf Air Tel: 1733 5777 Jet Airways Tel: 1722 7114 KLM Tel: 1722 9747 Kuwait Airways Tel: 1722 3300 Lufthansa Tel: 1782 8762 Qatar Airways Tel: 1721 2202 Saudi Airlines Tel: 1721 1550
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Hollywood superstar
Leonardo Dicaprio celebrates
his birthday month. Have you guys watched the Facebook video talking of Jack (played by the actor) in the movie Titanic being Rose’s inner voice? Do you agree?
Horoscopes Sagittarius (22 November - 21
December) - Collaborations and contracts will be an attractive focus point in November. There can be interesting offers and you could even negotiate or sign a partnership. The mysterious aspects, forbidden, exotic or taboo, of sexuality will be more attractive to you in this period.
Capricorn
(22 December – 19 January) It’ll be a stressful period, but you’ll be able to do a lot of things if you plan them carefully and assess your resources thoroughly. All sorts of activities will be favored now: physical, intellectual and creative. You might get special opportunities for studies, culture or relationships abroad.
Aquarius
(20 January – 18 February) You’ll enjoy strength, but also considerable stress. The morale will be good, but over solicited, and you’ll tend to react hastily and impulsively or even overreact. The financial factor will be strongly highlighted, and your merits will be rewarded as deserved
Pisces
(19 February – 20 March) – This month will be all about you and what you want for yourself including a healthier and happier relationship and more money. It is time for you to focus on your own self by figuring out what matters most to you. You may find yourself being shy and introverted.
Aries
(21 March – 19 April) - You’ll have high aspirations and you’ll also benefit from the necessary courage and determination to reach them. There would be great
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opportunities for you to broaden your horizons by furthering your skills and training and taking some classes to advance in your career.
Taurus (20 April – 20 May) - The month
and possibly more money. It is wise to set a budget and save for the future. You will find new ways to advance in your career and it could come through an unexpected source.
Virgo
will make you look deep in yourself to see what has not been working out in your life. This month will push you to make those changes. An interesting change in the field of work relationships, or an opportunity to prove your talent or creativity will come.
(23 August – 22 September) The next four weeks will bring a time to receive plenty of praise and attention. Your communication will also improve through e-mails, text messages and phone calls. You will show greater compassion and affection towards others including a partner or lover.
Gemini (21 May – 20 June) - You’ll have
Libra (23 September – 22 October) - You
a lot of work capacity and you’ll get actively involved in carrying though your tasks. You would also find new ways to invest your money for the future so that you can build financial security and stability for retirement or education.
Cancer (21 June – 22 July) - Your focus
may be on a parent or family. If you’ve had a complicated sentimental life in the past months, or troubled by them, this month will probably settle some things for you. There will also be a sense of artistic creativity in the home.
Leo
may meet someone new to build a long-term relationship or get married. You may also build a business partnership or work closely with someone to further your education or career. This month can bring a great big boost of confidence for the future of your career.
Scorpio
(23 October – 21 November) The power of your feelings and the intensity of the erotic impulse will stay strong. The probability of investing in your home or in something related to patrimony or real estate is very high. It will be a wonderful time to host and entertain at home.
(23 July – 22 August) –This month will easily bring you great opportunities and connections, with more financial security
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