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Not to Be Missed...
What’s in store during the second half of Bahrain’s much-awaited cultural extravaganza, Spring of Culture? We bring you a list of events in April.
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Jordanian artist, Dr Khalid Khreis presents his solo exhibition “Dialogue of the Dot”, focusing on the element of “people” expressed as saturated crowds made up of varied repetitive dots. When: Until 3rd of April Where: The Art Centre
Nowhere-Basher Alhroub
Palestinian artist, Bashar Alhroub’s exhibition, “Nowhere” draws from his country’s struggle. When: Until 25th June Where: La Fontaine 4
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MUSIC Opening of Dar Al Muharraq, a project that will see the renovation and expansion of the existing Dar Jinaa in the old city of Muharraq, to serve as a training and research center for traditional folk music, which will enhance the intangible heritage of Muharraq. When: 10th April Weekly shows of traditional songs sung by pearl divers and seafarers performed by Mohammed bin Faris’ band When: Every Thursday Where: Mohammed bin Faris Hall (Shaikh Ebrahim bin Mohammed Centre for Culture and Research)
PERFORMING ARTS “Tafateef”, a theatrical production written by Bahraini writer, Aqeel Siwar, directed by Ahmed Al-Sayegh, and produced by BACA which follows the adventures of a team of students who dive into the sea to discover new worlds and creatures who teach them
about the history of Bahrain. When: 19th & 20th April Where: The Cultural Hall The daring feats of the award-winning circus show “Flown” will mesmerise the audience with a band of acrobats, aerial gymnasts, musicians, and magicians as they attempt to put on a street show. When: 7th to 9th April Where: The Cultural Hall “Chaos in the Town”, a Bahraini production, which teaches children kindness, cooperation, and friendship through a witty and fun play based on the books of the celebrated Arabic children’s author, Fatima Sharaffeddine from Lebanon. When: 8th & 9th April Where: The Alumni Club
LECTURES & SEMINARS Palestinian writer, Aisha Oude will discuss the power of writing and the role it plays in resistance and liberation. When: 11th April Where: The Shaikh Ebrahim Centre
Events for Culture and Research Dr Haifa Abu Ghazale will highlight the role of media in fighting terrorism. When: 18th April Where: The Shaikh Ebrahim Centre for Culture and Research
When: 18th April, 7.30 pm Where: Umami, Adliya For more info, call Tel. +973 3957 4795
A panel of distinguished intellectuals including Salah Fadl, Amani Fouad, Waciny Al-Araj, and Abdo Wazen will be part of an eye-opening discussion on how to write about art in novels. When: 25th April Where: The Shaikh Ebrahim Centre for Culture and Research
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POP-UP THEATRE Complementing these events is a range of cultural activities throughout the island. Among these is the new Spring of Culture free pop-up street shows taking place at different public locations around the island, including storyteller, Fatima Sharafeddine. When: 10th & 11th April For tickets, visit the festival kiosk located near Gate 1 at City Centre Bahrain or log on to springofculture. org, and for further enquiries, call Tel. +973 3990 0630 @springofculture on
3000 NIGHTS RELEASES IN BAHRAIN 3000 Nights is a film by Palestinian filmmaker, Mai Massari, releases this month. The plot revolves around women coming together and finding their strength through resilience and resistance. Inspired by the true stories of the Palestinian children born in Israeli prisons and the young women coming of age behind bars, this film is above all one about hope.
Local Bahraini artists and clubs will perform at the community event to keep visitors entertained. There will be free children’s activities and over 100 market stalls selling food, books, clothes and jewellery. All are welcome to this family fun day out. Entrance is FREE! When: 29th April Where: Prince Khalifa Park, Hidd For more info, visit bahrain4all.com
2016 RAFT RACE The Rotary Club of Salmaniya is preparing for the 2016 Raft Race. The event is the club’s major annual fundraiser event, the proceeds of which will go to charity, under the theme “Beat Diabetes” this year. Up to 40 different teams of eight people each, with both men’s and mixed teams will compete on the lagoon and in the open sea. When: 15th April Where: Al Bander Resort For more info, email: ri2450@batelco.com.bh or follow the Rotary Club on Twitter, Instagram and Snapchat @rotarysulmaniya.
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Events
What: Colours of Life Poetry Festival When: 16th April, 7.30 pm Entrance: Free Where: Umami, Adliya (Rooftop) What: Monthly Meeting When: 11th April 11, 7.30 pm Where: Umami, Adliya What: Creative Workshop 6
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TRIB FEST Bahrain’s favourite open-air family friendly music festival is back for another year! There will be two festivals, one in spring and one in autumn. 20+ varied tribute acts from the UK are lined up to wow you with their musical talent. The party animals can look forward to an amazing after party (10pm to 2am – same venue – tickets additional BD5). Line Up Coming Soon! When: 15th April, 10am to 10pm Where: Bahrain Rugby Football Club Tickets: Available at the Bahrain Rugby Football Club
YOUTH PROJECT Come and enjoy a great experience with 10 bright students who will showcase their talents in art, poetry, music and more. Guests will have a chance to participate in a selfawareness workshop. This one-day interactive event is open to all. When: 16th April, 2pm to 6pm Where: Mashq Art Space Price: BD5 For more info, email: lcfteam2012@gmail.com
Events
THE F1 BAHRAIN LINE-UP
The much-awaited Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix weekend is set to burn the tarmac!
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ahrain International Circuit (BIC), the home of motorsport in the Middle East, is set to host the 12th edition of F1’s only desert race. This is the third successive night race under BIC’s state-of-the-art track lighting system.
The Race Schedule
The 57-lap Bahrain Grand Prix is scheduled to flag off at 6pm on Sunday, 3rd April. Qualifying on Saturday, 2nd April, will start at the same time, while an hour-long Third Practice session will be held from 3pm to 4pm. On Friday, 1st April, Practice One kicks off the weekend’s action from 2pm to 3.30pm, and then Practice Two will be held under floodlights from 6pm to 7.30pm.
Entertainment Unlimited
Global megastar, Avicii will headline the star-studded line-up of worldclass artists at the F1 weekend this year. Other entertainers will include superstar DJs Axwell ^ Ingrosso and reggae royalty, Jimmy Cliff. Following a first-ever Thursday night (March 31st) concert, internationally renowned reggae legend, Jimmy Cliff will be the opening act on Friday, 1st April. Cliff will hit the stage directly after F1 Practice Two. His show will be followed by
electronic dance duo, Axwell ^ Ingrosso. That paves the way for Avicii’s live performance on the evening of 2nd April, the Saturday of the race weekend, straight after F1 Qualifying.
Supporting Race, Porsche GT3 Cup Middle East
This local favourite has been born and bred at the BIC. It will stage an exhibition round with competitors from all over the world including the very best of Bahrain and the GCC.
F1 Village, Fun for the Family
Part of the public entertainment available at the F1 Village vending area includes theatre shows, trapeze shows, children’s workshops and roaming acts. Furthermore, an F1 Fan Zone will be on hand, giving fans an exciting inside look into the sport.
apiece for the Main Grandstand and BD120 for the Batelco Grandstand. For the Turn One Grandstand, they are BD100 each, while tickets for both the University Grandstands and Victory Grandstand are BD60 apiece. Children aged three to 12 years old can get tickets for half the price, while entry is free of charge for those below three years old. All tickets are for three-day access to the Grand Prix weekend. Buy your tickets at the BIC stands in Bahrain City Centre and Seef Mall (Seef District) n
For more info, visit bahraingp.com or call Tel. +973-1745 0000 facebook.com/ OfficialBahrainInternationalCircuit Twitter @BAH_Int_Circuit @bah_int_circuit
Tickets
Tickets to the Bahrain Grand Prix can be purchased for seating along BIC’s Main Grandstand, Batelco Grandstand, Turn One Grandstand, University Grandstands and Victory Grandstand. Tickets cost BD150
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WHAT’S ON AT CITY CENTRE BAHRAIN? Win the 2016 Range Rover with City Centre Bahrain
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he island’s favourite mall puts shoppers in the driving seat with spectacular prizes this racing season! Enjoy a line-up of thrilling Formula 1-themed activities and prizes until 30th April 2016. Visitors spending BD50 or more stand the chance to enter a draw to win a luxurious 2016 Range Rover Sports car, which will be displayed in the mall. Further, a series of spectacular race-themed flash mobs, organised by the region’s favorite social media influencers, promise to surprise and entertain you! Social media fans will also get a chance to win City Centre Bahrain gift cards through an online competition.
For more info, visit: www.Facebook.com/CityCentreBahrain or www.citycentrebahrain.com.
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The Ultimate Spring Fashion Guide
City Centre Bahrain is kicking off the new season by launching the muchawaited third edition of its Spring Fashion catalogue ‘TRENDS’, promising to help fashion enthusiasts stay ahead of the latest looks, colours and cuts of the season. City Centre Bahrain’s TRENDS catalogue will guide visitors to find the key pieces of the Spring season that promise to make a bold fashion statement and encouraging them to take a walk on the wild side. The Spring Fashion catalogue City Centre ‘TRENDS’ will feature a combination of Women’s, Men’s and Kids fashion; bags and accessories; beauty; perfumes; and for the first time, home décor trends too. The catalogue will unveil the Editor’s ‘Fashion Picks’, as well as exciting offers and rewards from participating retailers!
PRIMAVERA TRATTORIA MODERNA
A TASTE OF SOUTHERN ITALY The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain has welcomed two Michelin starred Chef Oliver Glowig as consulting chef at its signature restaurant Primavera. Rounding off the traditional experience, Ritz-Carlton’s legendary service is led by a pre-dominantly Italian team, bringing to life the Trattoria Moderna experience, where guests are completely immersed in Italian charm and flavours. For information, please contact +973 1758 6499 or visit ritzcarlton.com/bahrain Subscribe and discover more at ritzcarlton-local-news.com/bahrain
Hotels
RAMADA HOTEL & SUITES AMWAJ ISLANDS Sophisticated Style & Modern Elegance
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amada Hotel and Suites Amwaj Islands offers the finest new accommodation, services and facilities for the most discerning visitors. The hotel is within walking distance of the Amwaj Marina and Amwaj Lagoon, and only a few minutes’ drive from Bahrain International Airport. Ramada Amwaj is conveniently accessible to both the leisure and business districts of Manama. Blending indulgent hospitality and refined facilities, Ramada Amwaj’s 162 spacious rooms and suites are designed with an eye for detail and equipped with deluxe amenities including complimentary Wi-Fi for ultimate comfort and convenience. The on-site restaurants offer a variety of dining options, ranging from Moroccan to international cuisine. Guests can savour the tastes of Moroccan cuisine with limited Arabic mezze at Flavours of Morocco, the Kingdom’s first finedining Moroccan restaurant, which 10
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is located on the rooftop with stunning views of the Arabian Sea. The all-day dining restaurant Citrus serves international cuisine from all corners of the world. The Lounge is a relaxing place to unwind on the mezzanine floor offering light bites, tea and coffee brewed to your preference and irresistible, tempting pastries that blend harmoniously for a delightful experience. From the state-of-the art gymnasium to an outdoor, swimming pool and indoor Jacuzzi with sauna and steam rooms, Ramada Amwaj offers a variety of leisure options. Guests can pamper themselves at the on-site spa, which has four treatment rooms offering a variety of Swedish, Ayurvedic and Thai treatments. The stylish ladies salon provides a full range of beauty options, from pedicures to keratin hair treatments, to help guest feel refresh and rejuvenated.
The hotel’s meeting and conference facilities can accommodate up to 200 guests. The dedicated associates are always more than happy to provide personal and attentive service to ensure a successful event, be it a corporate or social one. Guests staying at Ramada Hotel & Suites Amwaj Islands who are members of Wyndham Rewards®, Ramada’s free-to-join guest loyalty programme, will be able to earn valuable points during their stay. Points may be redeemed for a wide variety of reward options including free hotel stays, air travel, gift cards for leading retailers and more. Information is available at www.wyndhamrewards.com n For further info, visit ramadamanama-amwaj.com and for reservations, call Tel. +973 1600 0099
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Gastro Azure Lounge at Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay
MÖVENPICK HOTEL BAHRAIN
Mexican Weekend on 7th and 8th April serving your favourite spreads on Thursday Night Out (BD32) and Friday Brunch (BD36) with a Mexican twist. Thursday Night Out at Silk’s, 7pm to 11pm, with tunes by the resident DJ that will set the mood for the weekend, all for BD32 net Friday Brunch at Silk’s, with international cuisine, live cooking stations and entertainment including free bubbly and more, 7pm to 11pm for BD36 net
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Your Table BBQ at Mövenpick Bahrain
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F1 pre-race party at Azure with DJ Jamielisa on 1st April from 9pm onwards for BD50 including 2 drinks and snacks. Friday Brunch at Bahrain Bay Kitchen, 12.30pm to 3.30pm for BD26++ Saturday Brunch at Bahrain Bay Kitchen, 12.30pm to 3.30m for BD18++ Fiesta Mexicana at Bahrain Bay Kitchen every Monday, 7pm to 11pm for BD18++
Teppanyaki Business Lunch at Sato from Sunday to Thursday, noon to 3pm for BD12++ Chef Vineet Bhatia is in town! The Michelin Star awarded Chef Vineet Bhatia will be here to wow you with his dishes at Rasoi by Vineet Dim Sum Festival at China Garden with a range of veg, meat and fish options all this month Gulf Night Out featuring AlRayash Band will host the Gulf Hotel Bahrain’s great buffet festival every Tuesday, 8pm onwards by the poolside for BD19++ (up until 26th April)
Fisherman’s Night at Bahrain Bay Kitchen every Thursday, 7pm to 11pm for BD21++
For reservations, call Tel. +973 1771 3000
CUT Brunch at CUT By Wolfgang Puck every Friday and Saturday, noon to 3pm for BD29++/39++/49++
BUSHIDO
A Bite of Asia at re Asian Cuisine By Wolfgang Puck every Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday and Wednesday, 7pm to 8.30pm for BD23++
New Menu with 30 new additions to an already exciting list of items
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For reservations, call Tel. +973 1711 5500
GULF HOTEL BAHRAIN CONVENTION & SPA
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Monday Seafood Night at Silk’s with the freshest catch and delicacies including unlimited selected grape, 7pm to 11pmBD29/24 net Your BBQ Table Grill it the way you like it by Flamingo’s poolside terrace, daily, 6pm to 11pm for BD12 net without drinks For reservations, call Tel. +973 1746 0017
Momos Promotion at Sheraton Bahrain
Umami Menu all this month and all dishes with sake pairing
Smart Menu 3-course within 30 minutes, Saturday to Thursday for BD10 net Friday Brunch noon to 3.30pm for BD18.5++/24.5++ Bento Box Saturday to Thursday, BD7.5 to 12.5 net For reservations call Tel. +973 1758 3555
SHERATON BAHRAIN
Chocoholic Brunch, a family friendly brunch at Al Safir every Friday, 1pm to 4pm for BD22/28/10 net (for kids) Business Lunch at Golestan Iranian restaurant, daily except Sunday, 12.30pm to 2.45pm for BD12 net
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Gastro Specialty Lunch at Espressamente Illy Café, Sunday to Thursday, 7am to 11.30pm for BD4.2++
selected beverages, 3pm to 7pm plus live performances by DUO VENUS, the musical duo
Momos & Dumplings Promo at Soie Chinese restaurant all throughout this month, daily except Saturday, 7pm to 11.30pm
Italiano Frutti di Mare Enjoy exquisite Italian cuisine every Wednesday for BD9.5++
Thursday BBQ Night by the pool, 7.30pm to midnight with a selection of varied meats and seafood for BD25/18 net For reservations, call Tel. +973 1753 3533
SWISS-BELHOTEL
Swiss-Belhotel meets Asia at Swiss Café, daily in April, 12.30pm to 11pm
Tex-Mex Buffet Night Savour regional American cuisine with a Mexican influence on Thursday night for BD9.5++
All buffets are half price for children from 6 to 12 years and those under 6 years eat complimentary
AL AREEN PALACE & SPA
Kolors Dinner Buffet Enjoy Gulf Flavours on Saturday, BBQ & Grill on Monday with a live BBQ and grilled favourites, Indian Spices on Sunday and B&B and more on Tuesday – prices ++ and from 7pm to 11pm For reservations, call Tel. +973 1736 0000
For reservations, call Tel. +973 1784 5000 Ext 201/250
RAMEE ROSE HOTEL
Sea Food Brunch on Fridays at Rauchi with live entertainment,12.30 till 4pm for BD12++
International Dinner Buffet at Swiss Café from Saturday to Wednesday, 7pm to 11pm featuring starters, mezzeh, main courses and desserts from all around the world for BD8 net
Friday Seafood Lunch at SwissCafé with a panoramic terrace view of the city and a family atmosphere, 12.30pm to 3pm for BD12 net.
For reservations, call Tel. +973 1756 5888
Keizo Brunch Enjoy the ambience of an exquisitely designed man-made island, as you savor a lavish brunch spread including Arabian, Western, Indian and Far East delicacies. BD 28++ with selected in-house beverages and BD 21++ with soft beverages from 12:30 to 4pm, every Friday. Complimentary access to pool and kids club as well.
Business Lunch Buffet at Swiss Café from Saturday to Thursday, 12.30pm to 3pm with changing international buffet including grill specialties from the BBQ for BD7 net
Arabic Dinner Buffet at Swiss Café with authentic Arabic hot and cold mezze and grill specialties, and international dishes, Thursday & Friday, 7pm to 11pm for BD8 net
Business Lunch at Julio’s, 12.30pm to 3.30pm, BD4.9++
For reservations, call Tel. +973 1761 6167
Dim Sum at Ritz Carlton Bahrain
Thai Dancers at Trader Vic’s
TRADER VIC’S
Waikiki Hawaiian Brunch every Saturday, noon to 3.3pm for BD18.5++/24.5++ Thai Menu, 5th to 8th April, 8.30pm onwards with rooftop entertainment
THE RITZ-CARLTON BAHRAIN Dim Sum Experience at Thai Lounge daily, noon to 11pm for BD4++ onwards
For reservations, call Tel. +973 6631 0044
Quick Snack in Paradise every Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 2pm onwards for BD6.1++
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For reservations, call Tel. +973 1758 0000
Dining Pleasures Meet Business Success at Primavera, Sunday to Thursday, noon to 3pm for BD15++
ELITE GRANDE HOTEL
Seafood Nights at La Med, Wednesday and Thursday, 7pm to 11pm for BD24++
Breakfast at Kolors daily, 6.30am to 10.30am for BD7.5++ Business Lunch at Kolors, Sunday to Thursday, noon to 3pm for BD5.5++
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Kolors Brunch every Friday, 12.30pm to 4pm for BD16.5++ (additional BD6 for unlimited selected beverages). Enjoy a raffle draw and win a free night stay or dinner voucher! After Brunch Happy Hour at the K Lounge. Enjoy 30 per cent off on 14
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Hot Grills Night every Thursday, Friday & Saturday, 7pm onwards for BD12++
Friday Brunch at La Med 12.30pm to 4.30pm for BD35/45 net
B&B every Tuesday and Wednesday, 8pm to 11pm with a range of fresh meat grilled to perfection for BD12++
Thali Business Lunch at Nirvana, Sunday to Thursday, noon to 3pm for BD9++
Pool side brunch at H2O every Friday, 12pm to 3:30pm with a lavish spread by the poolside for BD12++
For reservations, call Tel. +973 1758 6499
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Gastro ELITE RESORT & SPA
Tarab Nights at Al Naseem poolside every Tuesday & Wednesday, 7pm onwards with live Oud music and BBQ station (Wednesday only)
7pm to 11pm, for BD12 with a lavish Indian buffet My Honey at Tea Garden, Ruka, Rasoi and Lemon Tree – enjoy dishes made of natural honey, all this month
After-brunch Party Extend the fun with this happening party at Bizzare Lounge. Present your Baharat Brunch bill and get a free drink with retro classics, 3pm to 7pm
Paelleras Night at Al Naseem poolside every Friday, 7pm onwards for BD13.3++
For reservations, call Tel. +973 1711 1999
Thursday Night Grills at Al Naseem poolside every Thursday, 7pm onwards for BD12.4++
BBQ & Shisha at Nasmat by the pool deck every Thursday, 6.30pm to 12am and BBQ from 7.30pm to 11.30pm
LE MERIDIEN BAHRAIN CITY CENTRE
For reservations, call Tel. +973 1717 1441
Chillout Saturdays at Al Naseem poolside, every Saturday, 7pm onwards for BD 10++ Family Friday Brunch at Al Naseem poolside for BD12++/6++ (kids under 11 years) with live entertainment, a lavish international buffet, and hearty Arabic mezzes and grills. Guests can take a dip in the pool Express Lunch at La Brasserie BD 5.4++ For reservations, call Tel. +973 3627 5444
The Great British Brunch at Baharat on 15th April, 12.30pm to 4pm with British tunes, cuisine and beverages for BD18++/30++
Sundowners & A Dupper Party Enjoy a dupper – the best of a dinner and supper – with a live Columbian Fire Soul Duo and signature drinks too on 21st April, 5.30pm to 11pm Baharat Brunch The award-winning brunch at Baharat every Friday, 12.30pm to 4pm with live music by the Columbian Fire Soul Duo for BD 18++/BD30++
THE WESTIN BAHRAIN CITY CENTRE
British Afternoon Tea Menu at the Mezzanine Lounge all this month, noon to 4pm British Pub Menu with all time favourites including Stilton salad, Bangers ‘n’ Mash, Fish ‘n’ Chips and more! Daily, noon to 11pm For reservations, call Tel. +973 1717 1441
ELITE SEEF RESIDENCE & HOTEL
Barbecue Under the Stars at the Oasis Pool area every Friday, 7pm onwards for BD12++/7++ for kids Festa Italiana at Oasis Pool area every Thursday, 7pm onwards for BD12++/7++ for kids Fun Fridays at Kids Club every Friday, 10am to 6pm for BD10++ for kids between 3 to 12 years including fun activities, a gift and certificate, and buffet lunch Friday Family Brunch at the Oasis gardens. Kids can enjoy at the Kids Club while you enjoy your food and entertainment for BD15++/10++ and BD7++ for kids For reservations, call Tel. +973 1758 3388
RAMEE GRAND HOTEL & SPA
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Sake & Maki Enjoy a bottle of cold or warm sake and 2 sushi rolls all this month, 6pm to 1am for BD19+ at Ruka
Sushi Lunch at Ruka with all you can eat sushi rolls, 12pm to 3pm for BD12 net A Tribute to Asha Bhosle (legendary Indian singer) at Rasoi on 28th April,
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GOOD TIMES AT TIME CAFÉ Ramee Rose Hotel’s NEW Sports Bar
Located in the heart of Juffair, Time Café is a welcome addition to the island’s ever evolving culinary and entertainment scene. Promising to bring you a prime time…all the time, this contemporary hub offers the perfect experience for the sports enthusiast, business entertainer and traveller, local nightlife crowd, as well as families. Out with the gang to catch
your favorite sporting event? Head to Time Café and enjoy matches on one of the many flat screen televisions. An exclusive VIP Player’s lounge with a private screening area and personalised service is also available. Further, a live kitchen creating an eclectic array of reinvented pub fare promises to keep your ‘times’ interesting as ever! Opening mid April and timings from noon to 2am @timecafebahrain
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PROUD TO SUPPORT
CELEBRATING 200 YEARS OF
BRITISH – BAHRAINI RELATIONS
Hosted under the Patronage of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the Bicentenary Celebrations commemorate the bilateral relationship between the UK and Bahrain which began officially in 1816. A year-long series of events, the Bicentenary Celebrations are a showcase for the UK-Bahraini relationship across a wide range of areas including culture, business, arts, sport and education. As part of the Celebrations, April is set to become the BHUK 200 Food Month, with a selection of The Kingdom’s hotels, restaurants and super-markets presenting a wide range of traditional and bespoke menus, fusion dishes and food related promotions throughout the month, designed to demonstrate the quality, variety and creativity that earmarks both the British and Bahraini hospitality and food sectors. THROUGHOUT APRIL
Date and Walnut English Tea Cake Slice Sticky Date Cake with Earl Grey Costa Coffee or English Breakfast Tea BCC, Seef Mall, Saar Mall, Passion Restaurant and Café Al Hayat Mall (Sagaya), Adliya The Square (Salmadad) Friday 1st– Saturday 30th April Friday 1st– Saturday 30th April All Day All Day
British / Bahraini Fusion Dishes Nicole’s Mediterranean Restaurant and Lounge Adliya Friday 1st– Saturday 30th April Monday– Saturday Noon – 2am Sunday 6pm – 2am
BH & UK 2016 Menu The Domain Hotel and Spa Le Sauvage, Level 34 Sunday 10th – Saturday 30th April ( Not Mondays ) Evenings
British / Bahraini Fusion a la Carte Menu Lumee Street Cafe Seef Friday 1st– Saturday 30th April All Day
Alosra Supermarket Saar, Riffa,Juffair Amwaj, Aheel Centre Sunday 10th – Saturday 16th April
British AfternoonTea Enjoy Your Night at Downtown with UK The Westin Bahrain City Centre Band The Expressions and British Bites Mezzanine Lounge InterContinental Regency Bahrain Friday 1st– Saturday 30th April Downtown Noon – 4pm Saturday 9th – Saturday 30th April 9pm - 1am
Bahraini Afternoon Tea The Palace Boutique Hotel The Orangery Tearoom & Patisserie Sunday 3rd – Thursday 28th April ( Not weekends ) 3pm – 6pm
Sky High, High Tea The Domain Hotel and Spa Domain Privee, Level 36 Sunday 10th – Saturday 30th April 3pm – 6pm
THROUGHOUT APRIL
MegaMart Bahrain Segayar Plaza, Saar, Juffair, Riffa Sunday 3rd – Saturday 9th April
British Pub Menu The Westin Bahrain City Centre Mezzanine Lounge Friday 1st– Saturday 30th April Noon – 11pm
British Classics with a Bahraini Twist The Palace Boutique Hotel Polo Gastropub Sunday 3rd – Saturday 30th April Noon – 2am
Classic British ‘Saturday’ Roast The Diplomat Radisson Blu Hotel, Residence & Spa Fiddlers Green Every Saturday in April Noon – 5pm
Traditional English Greasy Spoon Breakfast The Diplomat Radisson Blu Hotel, Residence & Spa Fiddlers Green Every Friday and Saturday in April 9am - Noon
SHOW-CASING OF BRITISH PRODUCTS
Jawad Supermarket Budaiya Sunday 17th – Saturday 23rd April
Lulu Hypermarket Juffair, Ramli Mall Hidd, Saar, Galleria Sunday 24th – Saturday 30th April
Al Jazira Supermarket Zinj, Juffair and Jasra Sunday 1st – Saturday 7th May
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1st APRIL TO 14th APRIL
Bahrain – British Relations Bicentenary Celebration Brunch and Upstairs Downstairs 40th Anniversary Party Upstairs Downstairs Restaurant Adliya Friday 8th April Noon – 4pm
Traditional Fish and Chips The Diplomat Radisson Blu Hotel, Residence & Spa Fiddlers Green Sunday 10th – Thursday 14th April Noon – 11pm
Machboos and Fish and Chips Special Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay The Bahrain Bay Kitchen Sunday 10th – Saturday 16th April Lunch and Dinner Buffets
The Friendship Brunch The Ramee Grand Hotel & Spa Lemon Tree Friday 8th April 11.45 am – 3.30 pm
Bahrain & Britain Gala Dinner at Legendz InterContinental Regency Bahrain Legendz Thursday 14th April 7pm onwards Great British recipes by Alexandra to celebrate British Food Week
Bakewell Tart with Custard
15th APRIL TO 21st APRIL
Celebrating
200 Years of Bahrain-UK relations
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Great British recipes by Alexandra to celebrate British Food Week Bakewell Tart with Custard
Great British recipes by Alexandra to celebrate British Food Week Celebrating
200 Years of Bahrain-UK relations
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The Great British Brunch Le Meridien Bahrain City Centre Baharat Friday15th April 12.30 pm – 4pm
Great British recipes by Alexandra to celebrate British Food Week
Great British recipes by Alexandra to celebrate British Food Week Summer Pudding
Lancashire Hot Pot
Summer Pudding
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Celebrating
200 Years of Bahrain-UK relations
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Celebrating
200 Years of Bahrain-UK relations
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Great British recipes by Alexandra to celebrate British Food Week
Celebrating
Celebrating
200 Years of Bahrain-UK relations
Great British recipes by Alexandra to celebrate British Food Week
British Recipe Demonstrations The Jawad Dome Barbar Tuesday 19th April 200 Years 200 Years 10am and 6.30pm Celebrating
of Bahrain-UK relations
of Bahrain-UK relations
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Celebrating
Heritage Afternoon Tea The Ritz –Carlton, Bahrain The Lobby Lounge and The Ritz Gourmet Lounge Thursday 14th – Saturday 16th April 3pm –7pm
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Great British recipes by Alexandra to celebrate British Food Week
200 Years of Bahrain-UK relations
Lancashire Hot Pot
Champagne & Seafood 5 Course Menu at Legendz InterContinental Regency Bahrain Legendz Saturday 9th April Noon – 4pm
British Themed Sundowners / Duppers Party The Westin Bahrain City Centre Nasmat Thursday 21st April 5.30pm – 11pm
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22nd APRIL TO 30th APRIL
British ‘St George’s Day’ Brunch ART Rotana Hotel & Resort Choices Friday 22nd April 12.30pm – 4pm
British Dish of the Day The Diplomat Radisson Blu Hotel, Residence & Spa Fiddlers Green Sunday 24th – Saturday 30th April Noon – 11pm
Performance by The Royal Marines Band Lulu Hypermarket Hidd Branch Sunday 24th April 5.30pm – 7pm
Bahrain British Brunch The Diplomat Radisson Blu Hotel, Residence & Spa Friday 29th April Noon–3.30pm
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5 STAR HOTELS Al Areen Palace & Spa Close to F1 circuit, Tel: 1784 5000 ART Rotana Hotel & Resort Amwaj, Tel: 1600 0111
Elite Crystal Juffair, Tel: 1722 4000 Elite Resort & Spa Muharraq, Tel: 1731 3333
Tel: 1761 6167 D 15, L 10 Soie Sheraton Hotel, Tel: 1753 3533 D 24
K Hotel Juffair. Tel. 1736 0000
INDIAN
Mercure Grand Seef, Tel: 17584400
Clay Oven Adliya, Tel: 17717008 D 14, L7
Crowne Plaza Diplomatic area, Tel: 1753 1122
Novotel Al Dana Resort Muharraq, Tel: 1729 8008
Copper Chimney Um Al Hassan, Tel: 17 728 699 D 10, L 7
Diplomat Radisson Blu Hotel Diplomatic area, Tel: 1753 1666
Premier Juffair, Tel: 1781 1811
Downtown Rotana Manama, Tel. 1311 9999 The Domain Bahrain Hotel & Spa Diplomatic area, Tel: 1600 0000 Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay Manama, Tel: 1711 5000 Golden Tulip Diplomatic area, Tel: 1753 5000 Gulf Hotel Adliya, Tel: 1771 3000 InterContinental Regency Diplomatic area, Tel: 1722 7777 Le Meridien Bahrain City Centre Seef, Tel: 1717 1111 Mövenpick Next to airport, Tel: 17460000 Ramee Grand Hotel & Spa Seef, Tel: 1711 1999 The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain Seef, Tel: 1758 0000
Palace Hotel Adliya, Tel: 1772 5000
Lanterns Several locations. Tel: 1724 6777.
D 20, L 10
Ramada Bahrain Adliya, Tel: 1774 2000
Nirvana Ritz-Carlton, Tel: 17580 000. D 60, L 21
Ramada City Centre Manama, Seef, Tel. 1710 4000
Rasoi Ramee Grand, Seef, Tel: 1711 1973. D 24, L 12
Ramee Rose Juffair, Tel: 1761 6167 Swiss-Belhotel Seef, Bahrain Tel: 6631 0000
4 STAR APARTMENT HOTELS
Rasoi by Vineet Gulf Hotel, Tel: 1771 3000 D 26, L 14 Spices Crowne Plaza, Diplomatic Area, Tel: 1753 1122.
D 50, L 12.5
Al Manzil Juffair, Tel: 1781 3366
JAPANESE
Elite Group - various locations, Tel: 1722 4000
Akiko Adliya, Tel: 1771 7080.
Dining
D 14, L 7
Imari Domain Hotel, Tel: 1600 0000. D 28, L 11 Kei Golden Tulip, Tel: 1753 5000. D 20, L 9 Maki Moda Mall, Tel: 1752 2733. D 45, L 15
ICONS EXPLAINED:
Fine Dining
Mirai Adliya, Tel: 1771 3113.
Sheraton Bahrain Hotel Diplomatic area, Tel: 1753 3533
No Alcohol
Ruka Ramee Grand, Tel: 1711 1999.
Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq, Tel: 1763 6363
Outdoor seating
The Westin Bahrain City Centre Seef, Tel: 1717 1000
5 STAR APARTMENT HOTELS Fraser Suites Diplomatic Area Tel: 1616 1888, diplomaticarea-
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The Diplomat Residences Diplomatic Area, Tel: 17 531666, Marriott Exec. Aprts. Juffair Tel: 1736 3999
PREMIUM 4 STAR HOTELS
Al Safir Juffair, Tel: 1782 7999 Asdal Gulf Inn Seef, Tel: 6631 1311
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D 28, L 11
Live music D - DINNER - average price in Bahrain Dinars L - LUNCH – average price in Bahrain Dinars
ASIAN CHINESE
D 22, L 9
Sato Gulf Hotel, Tel: 1771 3000. D 27, L 12
THAI Royal Thai Emphasis on seafood. Gulf Hotel, Tel: 1771 3000. D 27, L 14 Thai Lounge Ritz-Carlton, Tel: 17 586 499.
D 40, L 11
China Garden Gulf Hotel, Tel: 1774 6423. D 25, L 12
Thailand Adliya, Tel: 1771 7040 D 15, L 7
David’s Stir Fry Tel: 1754 0188 D 18 L 12
WU Asian Restaurant & Lounge ART Rotana Amwaj, Tel: 1600 0111. D 24
Hong Kong Um Al Hassan, Tel: 1772 8700. D 10, L 6
ASIAN - VARIOUS
Rauchi Ramee Rose Hotel, Juffair.
Bambu Adliya, Tel: 1726 2555.
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CAFES with outdoor seating
EUROPEAN + AMERICAN
Bennigan’s Al Safir Hotel, Juffair. Tel: 1781 3750. D/L 9 Hard Rock Café Exhibition Road, Tel: 17 291 569 D/L 16 Johnny Rockets Al Ali Mall and Amwaj Lagoon, Tel: 17 566 565
D/L 10
Ric’s Kountry Kitchen Juffair. Tel: 1772 5550. D/L 10 T.G.I.Friday Bahrain City Centre, Juffair & others, Tel: 17 179 041 D/L 10
FRENCH Camelot located in a faux castle. Adliya, D 25, L 12
La Fontaine Manama, Tel: 1723 0123. D 38, L 20 Le Sauvage 36th floor, The Domain, Tel: 1600 0000. D 45, L 14
Rialto Ramee Grand, Tel: 17111974.
Le Domain [34] The Domain, Tel: 1600 0222. D 40, L 13
Roma Um al Hassam, Tel: 17723818 D 20 Rosso – Bar, Enoteca, Restorante ART Rotana Amwaj. Tel: 16000111. Vapiano Bahrain City Center, Seef Tel: 1749 1391 D 18 L 16 Vento Four Seasons, Tel: 1711 5500. D 45
EUROPEAN - VARIOUS Brasa De Brazil Churrascaria Seef Mall, Tel: 1758 2225 D 25 L 20 Café Amsterdam and Vino Teca Barcelona Adliya, Tel: 32 000 177. D 35, L 12 La Med Ritz Carlton, Tel: 1758 6499. D 40, L 16 Neyran Mercure Grand, Seef, Tel: 1758 4400. D25 Nicole’s at Block 338, Tel: 1728 0700. D 35, L 7
Bay View Lounge Four Seasons, Tel: 17115000
ITALIAN
Saveur Westin, Tel: 1717 1000. D 20, L 15
Café Lilou Adliya, Tel: 1774 1440.
Bice Moda Mall, Tel: 1753 3666. D 28, L 11
Tapas Sofitel. Tel: 1763 6363.
Coffee World Reef Island. Tel: 17564750
Café Italia Adliya, Tel: 1774 4774.
Coco’s Adliya, Tel: 1771 6512.
Cico’s Adliya, Tel: 1771 3710. D 22, L 10
Cream & Fudge Reef Island. Tel: 17564740
Tel: 1700 1317.
Crust Crema Saar Avenue, Tel: 1721 4155
La Pergola Gulf Hotel, Tel: 1774 6419. D 28, L 10
Dome Café Juffair and Seef, Tel: 1781 0180. La Patisserie Ramee Rose Hotel, Juffair. Tel: 1761 6167
Dining
D 35, L 18
D 27
AMERICAN
Tel: 3997 7540.
Aroma Shisa café, Seef Mall, Tel: 1758 2711.
Primavera Ritz Carlton. Tel: 1758 0000.
Cucina Italiana Al Safir Hotel, D 15, L 7
Oliveto’s Adliya, Tel: 1771 6747. D 35, L 14 Masso Palace Boutique Hotel, Tel: 1772 1061. D 29, L 12 Mondo Diplomat Radisson Tel: 1753 1666.
Senses Lounge Al Areen Palace & Spa, Tel: 17 845 000
Pasquale Reef Island.Tel: 1332 0617
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Txoko The Domain, Tel: 1600 0000.
D 25, L 9
Le Chocolat Seef, Tel: 1758 2259.
Veranda There are now 3 in the chain located in Adhari, Amwaj, and Adliya, Tel: 1771 5868.
D 37
D 30, L 11
INTERNATIONAL - VARIOUS Al Wasmeyyah Golden Tulip, Tel:1753 5000.
Bahrain Bay Kitchen Four Seasons, Tel: 1711 5500.
D 25
L 22
Fusions Gulf Hotel, Tel: 1771 3000. Lemon Tree Ramee Grand, Tel: 17 111 999. D 35, L 9 Level 34 34th floor, The Domain, Tel: 1600 0000 D 50, L 14 Me and You Amwaj lagoon, Tel: 1601 0160.
Prego Royal Golf Club, Tel: 1775 0777.
D 15, L 9
D 35, L 9
MUJU Dragon Resort, Tel: 1603 9800
D 30, L 18
Dining Upstairs Downstairs Adliya, Tel: 1771 3093. D 30 Zoë Adliya, Tel: 1771 6400.
STEAKHOUSES
Tel: 17 311 280 D 35
Zahle Gulf Hotel, Adliya, Tel: 1774 6417.
MIDDLE EASTERN - VARIOUS
MEXICAN Casa Mexicana Adliya, Tel: 1771 5521 D 25 Margarita Mexicana Gulf Hotel, Tel: 1771 3000. D 32
Bahart Le Meridien, Tel: 1717 1111. D 25
Tel: 17564730. Rimal Restaurant Al Areen Palace & Spa, Tel: 17 845 000
POLYNESIAN
Takasim Ramee Rose Hotel, Juffair, Tel: 1761 6167.
Tel: 1758 6555.
D 30
MIDDLE EASTERN BAHRAINI Saffron AlAreen Al Areen Palace, Tel: 1784 5000. Villa Mamas Opposite Saar Cinema, Tel: 17 305 031
Golestan SheratonHotel, Tel: 1753 3533. Takht Jamsheed Gulf Hotel, Tel: 1771 3000.
LEBANESE Al Fayez Reef Island. Tel: 13320612
FAMILY
Kenza K Hotel, Tel: 17360 000. La Mosaique Crowne Plaza, Tel: 1753 1122.
D 32, L 14
Mawal Golden Tulip,Tel: 17 535 000
Dining
City Centre, Tel: 17 172 323
Flames Steak & Seafood ART Rotana Amwaj. Tel: 16000111. Legendz InterContinental Regency, Tel: 17 227 777.
The Meat Co. Adliya, Tel: 1774 2080.
Children friendly, soft drinks only! Al Abraaj Branches throughout Bahrain. Tel: 17 595 656 Burger Lounge Amwaj Lagoon. Tel: 7705 5772. El Gringo Mexican Al Hamala Tel: 17 00 14 60 P.F. Chang’s Bahrain City Centre Tel: 1717 9757.
Plums Ritz-Carlton, Tel: 17580000 D 72 Also see Le Sauvage (French)
Nightlife
T.G.I Friday’s Bahrain City Centre and Juffair Tel: 1717 9041
Nando’s Juffair and Zayad town. Tel: 17825100 Also see: Butcher Shop & Grill (Steakhouses) Listed under Chili’s (American) Listed under Johnny Rockets (American) Listed under
D 30, L 11
Olivos Brasserie Diplomat Radisson, Tel: 17 531 666. D 35 Rayes Fateh Corniche, Manama,
Tel: 17 312 700
D 15, L 5
Shoo Fe Ma Fee Adliya,
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LIVELY AT WEEKENDS Bora Bora Juffair, Elite Crystal Hotel, Tel: 1755 8200. Brazil Adliya, Tel: 3616 1650.
Bey Route Budaiya Tel: 1728 0111.
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IRANIAN
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D 20
Links Royal Golf Club, Tel: 1775 1262. L8
Kontiki Diplomat Radisson Blu,
Trader Vic’s Ritz Carlton,
Adliya, Tel: 1782 6686.
CUT by Wolfgang Puck Four Seasons, Tel: 1711 5044. D 140
Reef Garden Reef Island.
Senor Pacos Adliya, Tel: 1772 5873. D 20
Tel: 1753 1666.
Brazil Rodizio Grill and Lounge
SEAFOOD
Bushido Seef, near Ritz-Carlton. Tel: 1758 6555.
La Mer Sofitel, Tel: 1763 6363.
Camelot located in a faux castle. Adliya, Tel: 3997 7540.
Rauchi Ramee Rose Hotel, Tel: 1761 6167. Reef Fish Market Reef Island. Tel: 17564730 Waves Crowne Plaza, Tel: 1753 1122.
D 40, L 10
Also see Royal Thai (Thai)
Club XS Ramee Rose Hotel, Juffair. Tel: 1761 6167 CUT Bar & Lounge Four Seasons, Tel: 17115000 Davy Crockett’s Hotel Diva, Juffair, Tel: 3992 2583. Downtown Central Business District
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Nightlife InterContinental, Tel: 1722 7777. Elements Central Business District, InterContinental, Tel: 1722 7777. Fiddlers Green Diplomat Radisson Blu, Diplomatic Area, Tel: 1753 4666. Harvesters Crowne Plaza, Diplomatic Area, Tel: 1753 1122.
Level 34 Diplomatic Area, The Domain, Tel:1600 0000.
The K Lounge Juffair, The K Hotel, Tel: 1736 0000.
Mai-Tai Trader Vic’s little sister, Seef, Ritz-Carlton. Tel: 1758 6555.
Typhoon Gulf Hotel, Adliya, Tel: 1774 6434.
Shift 7 Muharraq, Elite Resort & Spa, Tel: 1731 3333.
Wine and Cheese at Cellar 59, ART Rotana
Ibrida Seef, Ramee Grand Hotel, Tel: 1711 1999. JJs Adliya, Tel: 3932 9083. Klub 360 Juffair, Elite Crystal Hotel, Tel: 1736 0300. Muju Amwaj, Dragon Hotel, Tel: 1603 9800. Ora Restaurant, Hotel Diva, Juffair, Tel. 3642 6462 Pulse Al Safir Hotel, Juffair, Tel: 1782 7999 Ric’s Kountry Kitchen Juffair, Tel: 1772 5550. Sherlock Holmes Gulf Hotel, Adliya, Tel: 1771 3000 Sky Bar Juffair, Hotel Diva, Tel: 3971 8101. Tapas Bar Zallaq, Sofitel. Tel: 1763 6363. Takasim Ramee Rose Hotel, Juffair. Tel: 1761 6167 Trader Vic’s Ritz Carlton, Tel: 1758 6555. The Blue Hour at Blue Moon Lounge, Four Seasons, Tel: 17115000 The Warbler Manama, Tel: 1729 0600.
Monthly Nightlife Guide INTERESTING EVENTS HOSTED BY BAHRAIN’S BEST HOTELS ART ROTANA AMWAJ
Wine & Cheese at Cellar 59 every Wednesday, 8pm to 11pm for BD15++ Ladies’ Night at WU Asian every Wednesday, and at Cellar 59 every Thursday, 5pm onwards
For reservations, call Tel. +973 1763 6363
SHERATON BAHRAIN
Happy Hour at An Nada Lounge with new resident band, ASTROS 5, weekdays, 1pm to 8.30pm
Txoko Diplomatic Area, The Domain, Tel: 1600 0000.
Happy Hour at WU Asian, Monday to Thursday, and at Cellar 59, Saturday to Thursday, 5pm to 8pm
Upstairs Downstairs Adliya, Tel: 1771 3093.
Ladies’ Nights at An Nada Lounge with new resident band, ASTROS 5, every Monday, 8pm onwards
For reservations, call Tel. +973 1600 0111
For reservations, call Tel. +973 1753 3533
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I Love Fiamma Party at Fiamma every Thursday with Karaoke night for BD16
Happy Hour at B28 Bar Lounge with spectacular views, Saturday to Thursday, 4pm to 8pm at a 30 per cent discount on selected beverages – dress code applies
Wrangler Juffair, Tel: 1729 0600.
Nightlife
COZY Burlington Club Ritz Carlton, Seef, Tel: 1758 0000
Cellar 59 ART Rotana, Amwaj. Tel: 1600 0111. Flamingo Bar Moevenpick Hotel, near Airport, Tel: 17460 000.
Lagoon Zallaq, Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq Thalassa Sea & Spa, Tel: 1763 6363
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B28 Bar Lounge Enjoy with live music by Olga, Sunday to Wednesday, 7.30pm onwards, and Thursday and Friday, 8.30pm onwards
For reservations, call Tel. +973 6631 0044
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For reservations, call Tel. +973 1711 5500
RAMEE ROSE HOTEL
Va Va Voom F1 weekend party at Kabayanz, 1st to 3rd April for BD5 entrance/BD20 open bar with unlimited drinks and entertainment by resident band, Stellar and DJ Francis Pole Position F1 Grand Prix Celebration at Club XS, 1st to 3rd April for BD5 entrance/BD20 open bar with unlimited drinks and entertainment by DJ Chunk
ELITE RESORT & SPA
Awal Pharmacy Tel. 1777 2023 30 Shaikh Ali bin Khalifa Avenue, East Riffa 901
For reservations, call Tel. +973 3627 5444
Muwasaa Pharmacy Tel. 1733 5666 Shaikh Mohd bin Salman Avenue, Road 205, Muharraq
RAMEE GRAND HOTEL & SPA
Cocktail Master Class Enjoy unique bottomless cocktails with 2 sushi rolls at Ruka on Mondays, 6pm to 2am for BD19++ Open Mic Night on Tuesday at Ibrida, 9pm to 12am with a complimentary drink for every performance and DJ Andy and an international band performing daily (except Sunday)
Jaffer Pharmacy Tel. 1729 1039 18, Tarfah bin Al Abid Avenue, Manama 319 Nasser Pharmacy Tel. 1774 0900 63-B, Qadisiya Avenue, Manama 332
F1 promo at Shift 7 where guests can party every night from 24th March till 3rd April with DJ Sonia, great deals on drinks, live race telecast and a chance to win race tickets
Weekend DJ at Ruka lounge. Unleash the dancer within you with a special DJ performance; tag your friends along and dance all night long! Thursday & Friday, 7pm to 2am
24-Hour Pharmacies
Jaycee Parker at Kabayanz on 8th April for BD5 with one drink free/BD10 buffet with one drink/BD20 drink all you can. Jaycee Parker is famous for being one of the original members of the sing and dance recording group, the VIVA HOT BABES. Resident band, Stellar, and DJ Francis will accompany
Flight Info
For reservations, call Tel. +973 1711 1999 Airport Flight Info Tel. 1733 9339
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British Airways Tel. 1758 7777 Turkish Airlines Tel. 1731 2233
Happy Hour at Thai Lounge, Sunday to Wednesday, 4pm to 7pm
Cathay Pacific Tel. 1722 6226
Nightlife
Ladies’ Night at Thai Lounge, Tuesday, 7pm to 11pm
Air India Tel. 1729 6444 Emirates Tel. 1758 8700
For info, call Tel. +973 1758 6499
Gulf Air Tel. 1733 5777
FOUR SEASONS HOTEL BAHRAIN BAY
The Blue Hour every Tuesday and Wednesday, 6pm to 8pm for BD5 CUT the Lounge to the Chase at CUT Bar & Lounge every Saturday and Sunday, 5pm to 7pm for BD3 28
Etihad Tel. 16500444
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Jet Airways Tel. 1722 7114
DJ Lia Lisse will perform at Club XS on 7th April, 9pm onwards. Better known by her stage name Lia Lisse, Yuliya Yeliseyeva is an international DJ and producer from Belarus. For reservations, call Tel. +973 1761 6167
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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