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Letter Phew! It was a MAD rush putting this issue together. Why, you ask? Well we wanted you guys to have the magazine with you just in time for Eid (and yes, we wanted to enjoy the festive break as well! Wink wink!) Our August issue is packed with excitement; we’ve covered the most happening events taking place all this month – the highlight being Ministry of Culture’s Festival (pg 14) – and as usual we have some interesting features too including how you can really enjoy some quality time this summer by keeping your kids busy during the holidays (pg 18) and an interview with a unique scholarship charity foundation in Bahrain (pg 42). Also, Ali Mohammed Musa shares a few thoughts on his newly published book and his ongoing fight with physical disability (pg 36). Talking of charity, we feature Pierre Fourie, the Country Manager of Azadea Group who is set to run a marathon next month. If
you think you want to fund this project then go to (pg 38). Don’t look too far for a fashion guide, for this season – the issue you’re reading has everything you need to know; what sun shade best suits your personality? What your kid needs to have for the ‘Back to School’ season (pg 44) AND who is the BIG Spanish debut in the Kingdom (pg 56)? After all the festive cuisine and altered food habits during Ramadan, give your body a break – our teen contributor Dilara shares tips on the ideal summer workout (pg 66) and our health section (pg 68) is sure to help you get a good night’s sleep. Look up our motoring section for the latest cars and updates on the automobile industry (pg 106). Enjoy the festive season, you guys and see you’ll next month with yet another scintillating issue! Until then, stay beautiful!
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Contents AUGUST 2014 • ISSUE 140 Online edition at www.Bahrain-Confidential.com
Fashion 44 Centrepoint 46 GEOX 48 Lacoste 54 Saks Fifth Avenue 56 Hoss Intropia 58 Tommy Hilfiger 59 Aeropostale 60 Parfois 62 Garazi
Beauty, Health & Well Being
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64 Beauty Buzz: Make Me Blush! 68 Health: A Good Night’s Sleep
Cars
Poem
106 Car News
30 Another Surface By David Hollywood
107 Nissan
108 Infiniti Q50
Opinion
109 Jaguar XE
70 Katarzyna Richter: Watch Your Accent 117 John Ridley’s Family Favourite
Essential Listings
66 Dilara Nagib: The Ideal Summer Workout
118 Recommended Restaurants, Nightspots,
74 Maria Sorger Explores Indonesia
Essential Info, Beauty Spots, Sports and Fitness,
Regulars 14 Not to Be Missed: MoC Festival
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78 Tech: Season’s New Gadgets 80 Society: Say Cheese!
Art & Photography: 32 Canon vs. Nikon Debate
Juicy Pickings 28 New In Town: Fragrances, Hotels & More.. 38 Marathon in Vietnam 76 Travel: India’s Unsung Heros 50 50 Shades: Quiz Time
Features & Interviews 42 AlMabarrah AlKhalifia Foundation
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Great issue last month! Loving the new look of the magazine; keep it up, team! Three cheers to the Ministry of Culture for its efforts in keeping the cultural scene of Bahrain alive. They always organise such good events which give us, both locals and expats an opportunity to bond.
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High-end Property, Middle East Dear Editor, I’m an independent real estate agent and came across your property pages in the last few issues. While I could never afford these penthouses and apartments myself, I must say they are luxurious. I was wondering if I could give you a few good leads for property in Bahrain and the region; will you be able to publish them? House Broker
Dear House Broker, we’ve received a good response from readers and advertisers since we’ve launched the high-end property section in Bahrain Confidential. Please get in touch with us on info@arabianmagazines.com and we can discuss further.
Freelance with Bahrain Confidential I’m a freelance motoring journalist and would love to contribute articles to your magazine by way of car reviews and other motorsport news. Please do let me know how we can take this forward. Vroom
Dear Vroom, please share your details along with a few samples of your work on info@ arabianmagazines.com and our editorial team will consider.
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We second your thoughts, Nizam. Bahrain’s culture and tourism has definitely been under the spotlight, thanks to the Ministry’s efforts. We wish them all the best!
Monthly Movie & Show Guide Dear Ed, I’m a regular reader of Bahrain Confidential. I would like to know if you can include info on movies and shows, like a guide, every month. Ryan
Dear Ryan, thanks for your suggestion. We do not run with the TV pages as they tend to become outdated. So it’s better to check the GDN for updates. We prefer to use the space for information which will benefit you and Bahrain.
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Bahrain Salsa Festival
When the tagline is ‘Expect The Unexpected’, it’s definitely something to look forward to. Salsa De Bahrain is bringing the craziest salsa festivals to the island. Consisting of workshops, parties, non-stop fun, dance shows, live band performances, first everbowling competition, and more; Bahrain Salsa Festival is where you need to be! When: 27th-30th August Where: Albander Resorts For more information on enrolling, ticket prices, etc. visit www.bahrainsalsafestival.com Or call Tel. +974 39755503
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Bahrain’s Premier Rock Concert is back! Confirmed bands at the time of publishing are: - GVC - The Experiment - Bloodshel - Motor Militia When: 1st August Where: Alumni Club, Adliya Time: 6pm-11pm Price: BD3 prior to the event and BD5 on the day of.
Red Bull King and Queen of The Rock Qualifiers 2014
One-on-one street basketball couldn’t get any better. Returning to Bahrain on the hunt for its local King and Queen to represent the island at the 2014 World Finals in Samasana Island, Taiwan! When: Until 22nd August Where: Al Ahli Club Stadium For more information, visit www.redbull.com/kingoftherockbh
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Passion Of Cubism
Indian artist Ella Prakash is showcasing her solo exhibition, ‘Passion of Cubism’. This event is a must-go for all the art fans on the island. When: 6th-10th August Where: Ella Art Gallery Time: From 11am onwards For more information, call +973 39073299, email at info@ellagallery.com Or visit www.ellagallery.com
The Best Summer Camp In The World
Enjoy the best summer camp in the world! With entertainments including video games, computers, arts and crafts, drama and music and much more, this camp is what you have to enroll for. When: Until 31st August Where: Adhari Park Price: Costs BD85 a month, which includes breakfast. Transportation will also be available at BD15. Out of every registration, BD5 will be donated to a recreational centre for special needs children called Sneha, run by the Indian Ladies Association. Time: 8am-2pm For more information, call +973 38340046 or visit www.partypeopleofbahrain.com
Meet The British Boxing Legend
This is your chance to meet the British boxing legend Ricky Hatton. Coming to Bahrain, he will be here to enlighten you and answer your fascinating questions. When: 25th September Where: The Diplomat Radisson Blu Hotel Price: BD30 For more information, call +973 34516445. Email tickets@sportsspeakermena.com
Amazing BSPCA Auction Enjoy an afternoon dining for a cause. With brunch as well as entertainment by Paul Toddy Adams, a charmer from South Africa. There are lots of items and experiences for people to bid for. So, if you are in for a fun afternoon, this is it. When: 27th September Where: Upstairs Downstairs
* Brunch is optional and no charge for taking part in the auction. All funds raised go directly to the Animal Welfare Centre to care for abandoned and abused animals in Bahrain. For more information or to reserve a table, call Tel. +973 17713093 Ricky Hatton
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Bright Fingers By Syrian Artists
A colorful workshop for families and kids that explored ranges of artistic pursuits. When: Until 8th August Time: 10am- 4pm
Lego Workshops and Activities
Entertaining workshops for the young generation that will stimulate creativity and imagination using Lego blocks. When: Until 30th August Time: 10am- 4pm
Sculpture Workshop Using Clay By Yaser Jeradi
Summer Of Colours The sixth edition of Bahrain Summer Festival is here! This year, it is filled with amazing shows, events, and action- packed lineup that is sure to entertain all ages. To top it off, this year’s summer celebrations are part of the Manama: Capital of Asian Tourism programme for 2014. Open to Public Nakhool City brings you a list of interesting and creative activities all throughout your summer. Join and enjoy!
learn how to sculpt roll, shape and decorate with clay using various techniques and methods. When: Until 8th August Time: 10am- 4pm
Printmaking by Ahmed Emam
Ahmed Emam is all set to host printmaking workshops that will explain how to prepare screen plates, printing sets of motifs and calligraphy on fabric. Silkscreen Printing on Fabric- Until 7th August, 1-4pm Mono Printing- 8th-15th August, 1-4pm Intaglio Print- 16th-22nd August, 1-4pm Relief Print- 24th-31st August, 1-4pm
Dance and Music
It’s the best dance workshop with interactive dance filmed live and played on screen in front of a live audience. When: Until 30th August Time: 10am- 4pm
Daily Activities and Games
Anything and everything that sharpens your physical and mental skills. It’s the perfect entertainment with the interactive dance floors, wall climbing, and touch screen games for kids and youth. When: Until 30th August Time: 10am- 4pm
Fun Arts and Crafts For Kids An assortment of daily interactive daily activities like clay modeling, art, finger painting, marbling, etc. When: Until 30th August Time: 10am- 4pm For more details, r.bh visit www.bahrainsumme
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Cool Arts and Crafts Workshop by Reynaldo Sayegh Learn all about the latest fashion trends through arts and crafts. When: 5th-8th August Time: 10am-4pm
Puppet Show For Children by Wamda Group
Creative Printing and Card Making
The Magic Box
Art and Image Workshop by Mathilde Delahye
When: 11th-16th August Time: 1030am, 1pm and 3pm
When: 8th-10th August Time: 1030am-4pm
An experimental theater workshop that involves puppets and objects along with a story and a music audio. When: 11th-16th August Time: 10am-1pm, 2pm-4pm
Sketch My Face by Zain Al Ansari
A World of Dreams by Valentina Merra
Mixed Media Workshop by Hasan Al Saari
Have your best poses and expressions recreated in personalized portraits and caricatures. When: 10th-19th August Time: 10am- 4pm
Book Illustration- 11th-14th August, 10am-4pm Creative Video Animation- 15th-17th August, 10am-4pm
Watercolor Workshop
Express Yourself On Canvas by Sally Elzeany Let children exploit their imagination and explore their inner being. When: 15th- 30th August Time: 10am-4pm
When: 15th-30th August Time: 10am-4pm
A Theatre At Every Home
Create your own puppet theatre for hours of fun. When: 11th-16th August Time: 1130am-1pm
Cultures Through Collage By Rozenne
Create marvelous 3d sets using materials and shadows and your sheer imagination. When: 12th-14th August Time: 10am-4pm
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Anatomize Your Images ‘A La Maniere De’- 16th-22nd August, 130pm-4pm Tell a Story With Your Picture23rd-29th August, 130pm-4pm
Clay Modeling Crafts for Kids by Ahmed Mahdi
When: 11th-13th and 17th-21st August Time: 1030am-4pm
For more details, r.bh visit www.bahrainsumme
Create your own cards, scrapbook pages, stamp crafts, swirled letters and much more. When: 16th-26th August Time: 10am-1pm
Also taking place is the workshop titled, Photo Magic, from 15th-17th August, 10am-4pm
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Mask Making Workshop Have your children learn how to make decorative masks from modeling clay and other decorative material. When: 17th-21st August Time: 10am-4pm
Fun Reading Activities
When: 19th-24th August Time: 10am-4pm
Heart Beat by Zain Al Ansari and Isa Abdulsalam
It’s the lovely showcase of Bahraini passion and creativity of the talented artists. When: 20th-30th August Time: 10am-4pm
Contemporary Abstract Art by Gabriel Panev When: 24th-27th August Time: 10am-1pm and 2-4pm
Object Painting Art by Gabriel Panev28th-30th August, 10am-1pm and 2-4pm
For more details, r.bh visit www.bahrainsumme
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Bulgarian Tradition By Petya Paneva
Explore the culture and traditions of Bulgaria by making colourful dolls, bracelets, necklaces, etc. When: 24th-27th August Time: 10am-1pm and 2-4pm Mixed Media on Paper- 28th-30th August, 10am-1pm and 2-4pm
For Teens and Adults
Mixed Media Using Dried Leaves and Watercolours- 10th-15th August, 10am-4pm Crafts Activities- 10th-15th August, 10am-4pm Soap Making- 10th-15th August, 10am-4pm Collage Workshop by Wassan Al Sawad- 13th-17th August, 10am-4pm Fashion Illustration- 17th-21st August, 10am-4pm Mosaic and Stone Crafts- 19th-22nd August, 10am-4pm Marble Technique on Pottery- 23rd26th August, 10am-4pm T-shirt Stenciling by Ali Hussain- 23rd26th August, 10am-4pm Decoupage- 24th-26th August, 10am1pm and 2-4pm Card Making- 27th-30th August, 10am1pm and 2-4pm Cut Out Papers By Ali Hussain- 27th30th August, 10am-4pm Art Plates- 27th- 30th August, 10am-4pm
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Dora’s Pirate Adventure
Join Dora The Explorer and her friends as they embark on an exciting voyage to Treasure Island in search of the ultimate pirate party. Help them solve puzzles and navigate their way through the fantasy world. When: 7th-10th August Where: BIECC Time: 7th-5pm 8th and 9th-10am and 5pm 10th-5pm *Tickets required
Cirque Dreams Jungle Fantasy
BLAZE The International Dance Sensation
Featuring a cast of 116 premiere street dancers, feel the energy and power of quality street dancing. From popping, locing, break dance and more, they will show how it’s done. When: 16th and 17th August Where: BIECC Time: 7pm *Tickets required
Enjoy the memorable experience with the internationally acclaimed Iraqi singer, musician and composer, Ilham Al Madfai. When: 13th-14th August Where: Cultural Hall Time: 8pm
For more details, r.bh visit www.bahrainsumme
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The all-new UAE produced show is a fun romp featuring the hilarious antics of Abood. When: 21st-24th August Where: BIECC Time: 7pm *Tickets required
BLAZE The International Dance Sensation
FREEJ Abood’s Dream
Cirque Dreams Jungle Fantasy
Dora’s Pirate Adventure
A must-see groundbreaking phenomenon that has swept the world since its debut in 2008, Cirque Dreams Jungle Fantasy is an exotic encounter inspired by nature’s unpredictable creations brought to life by an international cast of soaring aerialists, spinebending contortionists, acrobats, jugglers and musicians. When: 31st July – 2nd August Where: BIECC Time: 31st July & 1st August- 7pm 2nd August- 11am, 7pm *Tickets required
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Chico And The Gypsies
Chico And The Gypsies
Are you ready for a wild evening with Choco and the Gypsies. This new band passes on the flamboyant, Spanish flamenco and rumba-infused musical traditions. When: 26th August Where: BIECC Time: 8pm *Tickets required
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An advocacy to promote unity through arts and music
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eem Events Management, an innovative group of highly energetic and pro-active professionals, are currently in the middle of a huge production that will be made available to all of us this Eid on October 06, 2014, from 8:00pm to 10:00 pm at the Bahrain International Circuit. Aptly titled “Bahrain in Harmony”, the concert features multi-awarded singer/ songwriter David Pomeranz. The event is actually beyond a musical concert production, it is an ambitious campaign that help develop a harmonious community in the Kingdom by staging big productions year after year involving arts and music. Ms. Suzanne Baldago, Reem Chairman says “Bahrain is a small country with a lot of different nationalities as residents. Having a clear communication amidst the differences in language is crucial in maintaining a harmonious community. That’s why we try to achieve this through music and arts, because these are universal. A great music is a great music whether you are a Bahraini or a Filipino. Same thing with arts, a wonderful painting or any work of art will appeal to everyone regardless of their nationality”. Reem Events Management has designed “Bahrain in Harmony” to become an
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David Pomeranz
Great music is great music whether you are a Bahraini or a Filipino. Same applies with arts, a wonderful painting will appeal to anyone regardless of their nationality. institutional event and be regarded in the same bracket as Bahrain Grand Prix, Bahrain International Air Show, Bahrain Boat Show and other yearly/recurring events the people in Bahrain are enjoying. “Yes, we want to kind of institutionalize ‘Bahrain in Harmony’ so it will become a big part of the lives of everyone in Bahrain” says Edward Tandaan, Reem Events Management’s Chief Events Coordinator and Head of Logistics and Over-All Operations. This project is not just another event; it’s an advocacy, a campaign to promote harmony through arts and music. This is for everyone... it’s for you and me. As what have been mentioned above, Reem Events Management is bringing multi-awarded international singer/songwriter David Pomeranz for its pilot production under the “Bahrain in Harmony” banner. “We have chosen Mr. David Pomeranz for this initial project because his brand of music is so universal that it would appeal to any nationality, age and gender. In 2013, he had a sold out concert in Dubai and we want our people in Bahrain to enjoy the same experience” says Reggie, the group’s in charge of Marketing, Social Media
Branding and PR. “In the next 8 weeks, expect us to intensify our campaign as we promote both the long term advocacy and this concert during Eid. Joining David Pomeranz on stage is multitalented, multi-awarded international actress/ performer/host Ms. Isabel Granada, a Fil-Spanish mestiza beauty who incidentally is also a fully licensed commercial pilot. Talk about versatility! She will be hosting the whole event and will double up as David’s front act. Ms. Suzanne was a picture of confidence during the whole interview process. She was beaming with pride for having a team that can help her realize her vision. She was also thankful to everyone involved in the production, from the sponsors/partners, to the Ministry of Culture and to all the other ministries that have helped the project become a reality. The “Bahrain in Harmony” Eid concert event tickets will be available at the Virgin Megastore City Center (Both online and in-store). Tickets are priced at BD 15 for Gold and BD 50 for Diamond/VIP.
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It’s here! J Essence for the classy woman, and Taraf for the confident man. The two new valuable additions to Junaid Perfumes combine both the Arabian traditional and modern French fragrances. J Essence- As the name suggests, it is like a jewel. Designed to be cheerful to the sense, the packaging itself is a definite sell. Contemporary luxury meets youthful elegance, in short, an eye-catching masterpiece. Taraf- It is the finest blend of everything that defines luxury. Without a doubt, that is what you get at your fist glimpse itself. Taraf and J Essence are available at all Junaid Perfume outlets across Bahrain.
The New Talk of Town
One of the leading hotels in the world, Swiss-Belhotel International is now in Bahrain. The first phase of the hotel has been unveiled and everybody is definitely impressed. Giving the public an idea of what is yet to come, Swiss-Belhotel Seef Bahrain strives on being the 4-star hotel with all the premium quality and services. Located in the busy Seef district, this hotel has 149 rooms including Superior, Deluxe and Premium rooms and suites, a rooftop bar and restaurant, lobby café, dining restaurant, outdoor swimming pool, Jacuzzi and conference facilities. For more information, visit www.swiss-belhotel.com
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Yet again, Bath & Body Works impresses with their fantastic French Lavender & Honey Collection. The name says it all. It’s calming yet sweet, and if you ask us, it’s perfect for this season. Let’s talk about the Eau de Parfum. One spray and it gives you an intense, long lasting aroma. If you are looking for a scent that consists of a romantic bouquet of French lavender and sun-kissed honey, then this HAS to be your choice. Available in Bahrain City Centre & Seef Mall.
new in town Lifestyle Hotel Brands in Bahrain
The Westin Bahrain City Centre and Le Méridien Bahrain City Centre are now open on the island. Directly linked to City Centre Bahrain, the hotels have added 460 rooms in total to Bahrain’s hotel scene. The Westin Bahrain City Centre features 200 spacious rooms and suites, where each features Westin’s signature facilities. The hotel also has a diverse variety of food and beverage outlets like Boudoir, Saveur, Nasmat Restaurant & Lounge, Mezzanine Lounge and T-Spoon. If that’s not enough, the hotel also tempts guests with total relaxation at The Heavenly Spa, which guarantees complete relaxation. Le Méridien Bahrain City Centre offers 260 contemporary guest rooms and suites also fitted with signature Le Méridien facilities and amenities. With diverse elements of food to choose from, Baharat, the trendy Bizarre Lounge and Le Méridien Club Lounge, and Longitude 50º cafe, are guaranteed to provide complete satisfaction. For more information, please visit www.westinbahraincitycentre.com and www.lemeridienbahraincitycentre.com
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The New ‘World Garden’ Collection
Bath & Body Works presents their new yet already famous ‘World Gardens Collection’. As the name suggests, exotic ingredients are chosen from around the world for three unexpected combinations – Morocco Orchid & Pink Amber, London Tulips & Raspberry Tea and Tokyo Lotus & Apple Blossom. And the best part is, it’s up for grabs. It definitely is time to indulge in this enlightening collection.
*Image Credit- Luc Bonnaz
Available in Bahrain City Centre & Seef Mall.
Marash- Now Open
This restaurant is all about the various succulent cuisines from across the Gulf region and cooked to perfection by the passionate Bahraini chef, Fatima. If you are looking for a traditional Bahraini ambience and service, this is where you should be. The restaurant has a contemporary style to it with traditional materials and artifacts, and as a result giving you a warm and pleasant atmosphere. Buffet, here we come! Opening hours: Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed from 11:30am-10pm, Thurs, Fri, Sat from 11:30am-11pm For more information, call Tel. +973 17322277 August 2014 | Bahrain Confidential | 29
poem
Another Surface
In this poem, David Hollywood talks of the notion of re-discovering who we were at a happier time in our lives, but how we buried these senses even though we always wished for and wanted them, and how with a little honesty we can be re-found once more.
Surfaced, from the depths we find, Loves spirits which we left behind, Remembered not, foreseen somehow, Our clement thoughts retained? We bow, And welcome treats come clearer now. And reason speaks to stay the search, For speech, to state, what matters? Worse, Was order, lost to mind, our heart? Instead we gathered not, what’s kind, Of something’s, sometime’s wished, can’t find. Oh, show me how I’m where I stand, When all before, seemed so profound, And when in fact I wasted, fast, Attempts, that vanished. Moments bound, My efforts and my thoughts refound. Have come emerged up to, at last, This place wherein I hid my past.
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David Hollywood
Share your feedback with David via email: thewineappreciationsociety@gmail.com or call, Tel. +973 3920 7624
art space
By Sumit Sharma, artist and photographer staying in Bahrain.
lenSway
“I still haven’t figured out how I can capture the smell of a place in photographs, so that I can bring back more than just a frozen moment. Imagine if you could get the sweet and warm aroma of freshly baked bread and cakes from some beautiful French bakery in Pondicherry, which you photographed on your last winter break!”
Sumit Sharma
How long have you been into photography? Ever since I can remember, I had better relationship with machines than humans. They work on a simple formula you treat them well, they will treat you the same. I learned to express myself better with them. The small black box that could freeze moments for posterity always fascinated me. But I started shooting fervently only two years back, after I got my first DSLR.
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art space
“If I’ll tell you about my gear, you‘ll stop taking me seriously!”
What do you love to shoot the most? Everything, especially streets. I see so much life and energy there. They are full of interesting characters which we normally don’t pay any attention to. I like how, they’re a perfect ecosystem holding so many emotions - a sense of urgency, chaos, order, uncertainty, routine, perplexity, warmth and hustle bustle, all in the same place. If you just stand in the corner of any street and observe, you will see many stories unfold right in front of you. But honestly I want to be able to capture a lot more than just images. I still haven’t figured out how I can capture the smell of a place in photographs, so that I can bring back more than just a frozen moment. Imagine if you could get the sweet and warm aroma of freshly baked bread and cakes from some beautiful French bakery in Pondicherry, which you photographed on your last winter break! But I am working on it.
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art space
Sumit clicked this image at Bab Al Bahrain and worked on it till it started looking like this. He doesn’t take credit for the original sketch that he found on the streets.
Do you have any mentors or role models? No role models as such but some really good local names must be mentioned like Jody Peck & Ali Barqawi who have done amazing work. Not forgetting upcoming artists who are shooting some great photos; check out OSnap Pictures on Facebook and Instagram.
A lesson you’ve learned from your experience that you always follow?
Any inspirations? I grew up among artists from various streams, painters, sculptors, musicians, writers, so they were all a great influence. Music, movies, books, childhood memories, day to day experiences, conversations with friends, they’re all contributing factors. In terms of photography, works of Prabuddha Dasgupta and Pablo Bartholomew have always fascinated me.
Stop wasting your time on insipid Canon vs Nikon arguments and start shooting. Don’t worship your gear, use it. You’ll always learn more with limited gear. If I’ll tell you about my gear, you‘ll stop taking me seriously! And most importantly understand and learn your art; people will appreciate you for your art and creative sense, and not because of your 1D (equipment).
Share your feedback with Sumit on lenssway@gmail.com or call,Tel. +973 3333 7985. facebook.com/lenssway
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instagram.com/lenssway
inspirational story
WPN ART CHARITY Making the world a better place one painting at a time.
The organisers with the Bahraini artists. (Centre) Ali Mohammad Musa & (Extreme Right, Sitting) Salah
“Though Bahrain has registered an improvement in the education for disabled and special needs persons, in the recent years, Ali insists that there is still a need for more awareness measures to sensitise society to such people.”
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he Women’s Professional Network (WPN) invited families and guests across the Kingdom to attend its 2nd Art Charity event held at the Riwaq Art Space. The event was organised and co-sponsored by UTalk and Al Riwaq Art Space, in collaboration with Bahrain Mobility Center and Yousif & Aysha Al Moayyed Charity. The evening featured art work sales by talented disabled Bahraini artists, including an exclusive book launch for Ali Mohammad Musa, a Bahraini special need, called ‘A Dream without Limits’. All proceeds from the event were donated to disabled artists, care of the Bahrain Mobility Center.
My Story with Disability
Ali Mohammad Musa is a 21-year old young man with special needs. What makes
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him special, you ask? Well, we believe it’s his drive for life and his determination to fight every obstacle that comes in between him and this drive! Ali had an overwhelming childhood, dealing with his physical condition. “Everything in my body is incapacitated with the exception of my head and what is inside it,” he writes in his book. Ali faced a lot of difficulties coping at school as well. He believes that being the only disabled child in class was challenging for the teachers. Though Bahrain has registered an improvement in the education for disabled and special needs persons, in the recent years, Ali insists that there is still a need for more awareness measures to sensitise society to such people. The book also speaks of a few people who were more than mentors and care givers to Ali. “When I turned 9, Lynda came to our home every day for my physiotherapy sessions,” he writes. “One day she told me that a friend of hers, Anna wished to see me. When I first met Anna, I never imagined
that my relationship with her would last for years.” Anna was dedicated to rescue Ali from submission, disability and isolation at home. Ali attributes his love for the English language and his ability to communicate in English to her. Anna introduced Ali to the Bahrain International Mobility Center which gave him a lot of happiness – friends and fun activities that kept him positive and going. Ali also talks of Sarah, a caregiver employed by his mother. He calls her a second mother, a sister and friend. Sadly after four years of dedicated humanitarian work, Sarah left the island. Later, Ali found Jennifer who he says is another significant person in his life. Jennifer writes in the book, about her happiness to have worked with Ali and their deep friendship. Ali is an intelligent person and aspires to own a small electronics or grocery shop some day. We wish him all the best! For more information on the art charity visit wpnbahrain.org
marathon – for a cause
The Vietnam Mountain Marathon
Pierre Fourie, Country Manager of Azadea Group gets set to run the 70km Ultra Marathon.
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aving grown up in South Africa and exposed to an active outdoor lifestyle, Pierre Fourie is passionate about sports and adventure. He has previously entered a number of endurance events; Iron Man South Africa in April 2012, the Dubai Marathon in January 2013, the Great Wall of China Marathon in May 2013, and most recently, the 2 Oceans Ultra Marathon South Africa in April 2014 as part of his preparation for Vietnam. This will be the first time Pierre will be running a Trail Ultra Marathon. The 37week’s training programme, specifically for this race started in the first week of January 2014. “On 20th September this year I am planning to participate in a 70 km Ultra Marathon in the mountains of Vietnam with the hope of raising some funds for the Daphne Lee Center back in South Africa.” Daphne Lee Center is a nonprofit organisation whose mission is to provide a safe and caring environment for adults with disabilities. “The center is close to my heart as my sister is a special needs student and my mother has been teaching there for the past eight years.” The centre hopes to use the funds towards: - Renovating the needlework classroom - Restoring some of the bathrooms - Repairing the storage room - And installing a new security gate
Pierre Fourie during the Great Wall Marathon in China, in 2013
To fund Pierre Fourie visit http://www.gofundme. com/8a332s Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/#!/pierre. fourie.944?fref=ts To follow Pierre Fourie on this journey and or get more information on the centre and event visit: Daphne Lee Center: https://www.facebook.com/DaphneLeeCentre/info Vietnam Mountain Marathon: http://vietnammountainmarathon.com/ Vietnam Mountain Marathon Video: http://youtu.be/cBV1TthCtp8
The 2 Oceans Ultra Marathon, 2014
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Virgin Website: http://blog.virginmegastore.me/index.php/pierres-journeythrough-the-mountains/
world youth day
World Y outh Day 12th August
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he United Nations’ (UN) International Youth Day is celebrated on 12th August each year to recognise efforts of the world’s youth in enhancing global society. It also aims to promote ways to engage them in becoming more actively involved in making positive contributions to their communities. The UN defines the worlds’ youth as the age group between 15 and 24 years old, making up one-sixth of the human population. Many of these young men and women live in developing countries and their numbers are expected to rise steeply. The idea for International Youth Day was proposed in 1991 by young people who were gathered in Vienna, Austria, for the first session of the UN’s World Youth Forum. The forum recommended that an International Youth Day be declared, especially for fundraising and promotional purposes, to support the United Nations Youth Fund in partnership with youth organisations. In 1998, a resolution proclaiming 12th August as International Youth Day was adopted during the World Conference of Ministers Responsible for Youth. That recommendation was later endorsed by the UN General Assembly in 1999. International Youth Day was first observed in 2000. One of the year’s highlights was when eight Latin American and Caribbean youth and youthrelated organisations received United Nations World Youth Awards in Panama City, Panama. The theme of International Youth Day 2014 is “Youth and Mental Health” under the slogan ‘Mental Health Matters’. Youth with mental health conditions can often experience stigma and discrimination, which in turn can lead to exclusion and/or discourage people from seeking help for fear of being negatively ‘labelled’. Efforts are needed to overcome this stigma to ensure that young people with mental health conditions can lead full and healthy lives free of isolation and unnecessary shame, and that they openly seek the services and support they need. You can be part of these efforts! International Youth Day gives an opportunity to celebrate young peoples’ energy, imagination and initiatives. Celebrations at the United Nations Headquarters and around the world will recognise the vital contributions young people make to promoting mental health and overcoming challenges. With access to the right support, every person can reach their potential. The event will draw together young people, experts, UN and members states to discuss and raise awareness of the issue of youth and mental health conditions. A panel discussion, together with performances by young artists will be held, so that the issue of youth and mental health conditions can be explored in a variety of interactive and informative ways.
world youth day
As a child, I was always interested in physics and mechanics. I used to like building my own “toys” and fixing them when they stopped working. However, when I got to year 10 and started studying business studies, I developed an interest in marketing. My internship at Bahrain Confidential was related to marketing and provided me with a general idea about how it is to work in that kind of environment. Nevertheless, I still believe that I am more interested in physics and would like a career that is to do with it. Life is a test and I urge my fellow youth to follow their dreams. As part of my midyear resolutions, I intend to start learning Muay Thai (a form of combat sport)!
I remember spending the most of what I would call my youth simply wishing I was older! Each year that passed brought with it more liberation. Global society rewards those who get to certain ages with new accesses and responsibilities... everything from being able to go to the movies with your friends to being able to drive a car. My desire was always to reach and surpass these specific ages as soon as possible! There seemed to be a never ending annual increase in the amount of respect that you could command from the world, the older I became the more the world recognised my presence. But something changed a few years ago, I suppose I could pinpoint the moment, it was when I returned to college. I came back as a mature student and in the process of doing so I ventured on a week’s long work experience module with Bahrain Confidential; it was positive and confidence-enforcing. It was such engaging experiences and many more that gave me peace from my innate desire to grow and age. Being young is wonderful but we never grasp its beauty at the time. All I wish for now is the return of my youth!
Message from Ramadan Youssef Ex Intern at Bahrain Confidential
Growing up I always believed in the saying ‘Dream Big’ and it seemed that year-by-year I had a new goal I was aiming to achieve. I later began to notice a pattern in my goal-setting, I aimed for experience. Bahrain Confidential introduced me into the media world of Bahrain. I was able to get a hands-on experience through many opportunities such as conducting interviews, writing articles and coordinating a photo-shoot. They did not make me feel like merely an “intern”; I was a part of the family and felt like a journalist! I aim to expand my horizons for there is a world of possibilities that I intend to seek. At the moment, travel-journalism and public relations seem intriguing. What I do know for sure is that I want to give back and help others through writing and exploring.
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SPECIAL FEATURE
AlMabarrah AlKhalifia Foundation Interview by Melissa Nazareth
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lMabarrah AlKhalifia Foundation (MKF) is an NGO founded under the Chairmanship of HH Sh. Zain bint Khalid AlKhalifa, focused on supporting Bahrain’s educational and youth developmental needs, since 2011. In keeping with the Bahrain 2030 vision, MKF is committed to enriching education, providing training opportunities and instilling social responsibility.
Scholarship Programme
One of MKF’s main focuses is its scholarship programme which was developed as a comprehensive approach to the personal growth of Bahraini youth. The programme offers full scholarships at accredited universities in Bahrain and
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in addition includes financial incentives, enrichment workshops, internships and community service opportunities. “We don’t just provide college seats,” says Shaikha AlFadhel, Scholarship Affairs Coordinator at the foundation, highlighting how MKF’s scholarships are unique. “We want to create a second family in addition to offering financial support. For instance, the team dined at a restaurant, with the students on National Day and at another time enjoyed camping with them.” Shaikha also talks about the educational features of the programme, another element that sets MKF apart from similar initiatives in Bahrain. We organise talks by speakers who have achieved success in their respective fields and conduct training workshops for students.
Personalised Approach
MKF believes in customising programmes for its students. A part of the selection process involves asking candidates about their strengths and weaknesses which helps guide students in a better way. “If students are failing any courses we sit with them and solve the problem,” says Shaikha. Another thing unique to MKF’s scholarships is that students are asked for their subject preferences instead of forcing something down their throats. Students are also given one chance to switch their major in case they feel they are not able to cope or that is not really their area of interest. Internship programmes, a new concept at MKF, are offered to students, again based on their interest. Recently, reputed companies like GPIC, Batelco, Aramex, Kuwait Finance House, Sylvan
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The selection and screening process at MKF is tough. Applications are screened and then have to be approved by board members. This is followed by a personal interview after which the results are calculated and scaled.
Learning, DTEB and even Ministry offices have hired students as interns. Community Service is another module made mandatory at MKF. “We are still in the planning stage for this,” says Shaikha “and are yet to decide the details. For instance, students will need to complete 40 hours of community service.”
New Ideas
Applying for Scholarships
“Getting a scholarship in Bahrain is a challenge,” says Shaikha. She adds how sometimes students with a cumulative grade of even 95 and above find it difficult to get a college seat. She goes on to tell me how MKF’s scholarships are accessible and students with a grade of even 80 and above can apply. Last year, mostly public schools applied at MKF but this year the foundation has received applications from a lot of well known private schools. “As our scholarships are comprehensive they are highly preferred by most students and schools. For instance, we recently had to deny one of our candidates a scholarship only because she was covered by another one in Bahrain. But she insisted
Shaikha AlFadhel
that we give her a scholarship and that she was willing to drop the other one.” Shaikha believes that at the end of the day it’s not a competition as all foundations and institutions are working towards the same goal, education and development of Bahraini youth.
MKF have a whole bag of new ideas which they intend to execute at some stage. CSR is one of them. “We want to approach companies to propose an arrangement where we do the event planning for the CSR activity and organise all other aspects like media coverage etc,” says Shaikha. “This makes it easier for the company which then has to only finance the project. It also gives our students a great platform.” MKF recently accepted a batch of applications for scholarships. Their new student induction meeting will be held on 30th August 2014.
For more information visit mkfbh.org @mkfbh
@MKFbh
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back to school
The Largest Ever Back-To-School Collection With the summer holidays soon coming to an end, parents and their little ones do not need to rush between stores to prepare for the upcoming school year. Why you ask? That is because Centrepoint has it all!
Centrepoint stores presents one of the largest selection of trendy ‘back to school’ merchandise, right in time for the schoolshopping season. Ranging from the coolest school gear, accessories, and shoes, to the trendy school uniforms all under one roof. Mothercare has an entire range of attractive products with more than 60 different designs of uniforms, bags, water bottles, lunch boxes and stationary pouches for kids aged 3-16. The ‘Back to School collection’ includes exclusive products like Spiderman, Ben 10, Princess Dora and Barbie and many more, all this at great value. Kids can also make a great impression on their first day back at school with Lifestyle and Splash’s array of designer school accessories. With a wide selection of
products from Smiley World, Little Princess, Ferrari and more, you will definitely be spoilt for choice. Shoes are always an essential part of the season’s shopping list and Shoemart has just the range of smart and comfortable shoes that fit the bill perfectly with collections from brands like Start Rite, Juniors, Kangaroos and Barefeet. Girls can choose from ballerinas, pumps, and sport shoes, while boys have a selection of classic black shoes and striking sport shoes to start the school year. There’s more! Centrepoint offers you a chance to win a Mediterranean Cruise to the Mediterranean for a family of four with a purchase of over BD20.
Available at Bahrain City Centre, Oasis Centre- East Riffa, Oasis CentreMuharraq, Seef Mall, Marina Mall, Mothercare- Segaya
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Back To School With GEOX Fall/Winter 2014
Pick your child’s favourite colour from the range inspired by sports, music and space for boys, and soft, romantic shades for the girls.
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iPod Shuffle
GEOX Beat bracelet
Starting August, Get a free GEOX Beat bracelet that lights up in response to sounds and speech with any purchase from the Fall/Winter 2014 Back-To-School Range. And if you are ready to splash on this special brand, get ready to receive a free Apple iPod Shuffle with selected purchases from the Fall/Winter 2014 Back-To-School Range. Available at Bahrain City Centre 46 | Bahrain Confidential | August 2014
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Looks That Count
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“Street wears with bold designs”
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A new term only means a new wardrobe, which is why Lacoste is giving you a little preview of the looks that you need to have this autumn.
Available at Bahrain City Centre and Seef Mall
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fashion quiz
What eye-wear matches your personality? Summer fashion isn’t complete without the right pair of shades. Take this quiz to find out what style best suits your personality.
Wayfarers
Cat-eye Shades
Aviators
After a long day at work you want to? a) Crawl into bed with cookies and read a book b) Watch a documentary on your laptop c) Play a game of squash and refresh d) Shop at the mall of course, it is sale time!
Your next holiday destination is? a) India b) Japan c) Greece d) Paris
Your favourite dessert is? a) Jam-tart Cookies b) Pavlova c) Fruit Salad d) Macrons
Mostly a: Wayfarers
Mostly c: Aviators
Easy going and chilled out, you have an artistic streak that’s tough to miss. The happy-go-lucky one, you just want to be comfortable and have a good time. Your friends adore you.
Always up to some adventure, you’re the outdoorsy one. Never stuck in a dull moment, momentum is what keeps you productive and cheerful.
Mostly b: Tea Shades You’re the intellectual one, the one most people look up to for advice. The problem solver, you are always seeking to learn something new and contribute.
Mostly d: Cat-eye Shades Popular right throughout school, college and work life, you’re the diva/divo that no one can overlook! The crowd-puller you know just what to say and do.
What are you wearing to the party tonight? a) A pair of denims and tee-shirt with an interestingly draped stole b) A pencil skirt and silk blouse c) A pair of leggings and crop top d) A sequined, silhouette dress
Your perfect Eid gift would be? a) A free pass to the next drama at the cinemas b) The all-new iPhone 6 c) The latest Ferrari F12 d) A pair of Hackett London cufflinks
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fashion
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An intense, dark, hermetic something that changes these designs into forms of art with fabrics like boiled cashmere and heavy washed satin and silk.
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THE BIG SPANISH DEBUT IN THE KINGDOM HOSS INTROPIA SUMMER 2014
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The elegant and eclectic Spanish brand makes its grand debut in the Kingdom. Hoss Intropia is a unique brand that offers apparel and accessories for the intelligent and innovative woman with a style of her own.
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Life’s A Beach
Tommy Hilfiger Summer 2014
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Ranging from arm candy to footwear, PARFOIS preps you up for the cooler months with interesting twists, monochrome and soothing aquatic colours. BD6.500 BD13.900
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beauty
BRIGHTEN YOUR EVENING The world of make up is one filled with excitement and endless possibilities.
Statement eyes can be kept for a special occasion. From an all over neutral wash to the most dark and luscious wet look, it’s time to flex your artistic muscle.
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Try a mix of clashing dark oranges and pinks to brighten up your favourite LBD. Or dab some gold pigment in the inner eye to add some pop to a red lid. Use bold brush strokes and embrace nonperfect perfection.
Make up: Laura Dexter using MAC Hair: Paul Jones Model: Chelsea Killarney @ RMG Shot at Park Studios JQ Photography: Garazi For more information on our famous beauty and fashion photographer, visit www.garazi.co.uk
A bold lid is also great for a wet look. Try some Vaseline or Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream over your eye shadow and shimmer your way through the night. August 2014 | Bahrain Confidential | 63
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BEAUTY
BUZZ THIRSTYMUD Hydrating Treatment
Do you have a thirsty skin? Available exclusively at Sephora, THIRSTYMUD is one of your quick fix skincare products. Made from a powerful trio of liquid acids and real ground olive leaf, this treatment delivers long, medium and short term hydration. It micronises clay traps and absorbs moisture in the skin, providing instant results.
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Makeup at H&M The World’s Most Luxurious Eye Lift
EstĂŠe Lauder introduces the all-new Re-Nutriv Ultimate Contouring Eye Lift for the ultimate experience in transformative eye care. It consists of the most precious and rare ingredients and is guaranteed to firm, tighten and transform the look of the delicate eye area. The re-hydrating formula refreshes the delicate eye area leaving the skin silky, soft and supple. *Available in stores this August
Luscious Summer Makeup at H&M
Need a warm and colourful look this summer. H&M is where you should be looking. From nude and smoky eye shadows, bronzing powders for the golden brown tone to coral, pink lipsticks and pink, cherry and more beautiful colours of nail paints, they have it all and more. 64 | Bahrain Confidential | August 2014
beauty Celebrate The Evolution of The Modern Man Kenneth Cole known for his wit and play shows us his creative edge with the launch of the new fragrance, MANKIND. Celebrating the modern man, MANKIND features a bold aromatic scent where the man himself has personally selected each element. 50ml-BD25 100 ml-BD35 Gift Set - Perfume, Deodorant and Shaving Cream-BD45
Men’s Legendary Scent
Introducing, Guerlain’s first oriental legendary scent for men. Putting the jewel in the crown for men’s fragrances, this scent was inspired by a walk in the forest. Combining freshness, languor and sensuality, this is a MUST HAVE!
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With MAKE UP FOR EVER, it’s all about eyeliners. 3 intense black, long-lasting eyeliners (Ink Liner, Artist Liner, Graphic Liner) with different finishes to provide you with the look you desire. Defined eyes, intense colour, adjustable line or precise line, get it all! Ink Liner-BD11 Artist Liner-BD9.5 Graphic Liner-BD11.5
For those not mentioned, prices are available on request. Available at major outlets across Bahrain.
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teen contributor
YOUR SUMMER WORKOUT Dilara Nagib vouches for healthy weight-loss.
Dilara Nagib
And the best way to eat a good amount but also to stay on a healthy route is to keep a food diary. Begin by writing out your current weight and then a realistic aim next to it. Do not give yourself an exact deadline. That will only cause stress and pressure, and in the end, you will resolve back to comforting foods. Every day, jot down what you had for breakfast, lunch and dinner and any healthy snacks between – not all snacks are bad for you, see. An apple or a raisin granola bar once or twice a day would be perfect. Obviously, any other fruit or vegetable would do. But by doing this, you will be able to physically see your progress and keeping a record of all of this is a great way to judge what foods will help you reach your target and what foods you’d best stay away from.
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ith summer having dawned upon the people of Bahrain, the dominating number of teenage girls residing amid the sunny island have already started aiming high to gain the famous golden summer body. I, for one, like to grasp the idea of going out to the nearby gym every other day as a way of maintaining weight balance. I do not and will not force myself to shed off any vital organs or muscle along with the puppy fat nuisance. Achieving a cool, slender beach figure is not by any means easy. You will need to work long and hard and, obviously, eat properly.
“Most girls my age have come to the solution of starvation.” Most girls my age have come to the solution of starvation. This is ridiculous. Not eating anything and limiting the amount of liquid and vitamins your body receives is a lazy loop hole with a dead end. By skipping breakfast, lunch, dinner; your body suddenly adds on extra calories to even the tiniest of snacks. And also note that breakfast is mandatory and must not be excluded. It’s the meal that starts your metabolism for the long day ahead. The longer you go without breakfast, the longer it will take for your metabolism to burn fat. A friendly reminder to stay away from all salty and sugared snacks jammed with loads of fatty goodness. Mouthwatering? Oh, most certainly. A good way to welcome that perfect new figure? Try again.
Jog, do sit-ups, pushups, cardio exercises, cycle – anything to get your muscles working and your body moving. Naturally, it depends on how much weight you would like to lose and where: do you want to get toned or lose the flabby belly? Don’t forget to mix up your exercises but stick to your routine. Plus, doing it with a friend always helps. That way, you have someone to enjoy the experience with you and you begin to feel more motivated as it becomes less of a chore and much more fun. Don’t exceed your limitations. Everybody’s body is of different structure. Don’t push yourself so much that you hate exercise all together. But don’t be tired, bored or lazy about it. Keep a balance and be patient. Either way, that summer body is on its way.
Dilara Nagib is 14 years old and currently studies at St Christopher’s School. She enjoys reading and writing in her spare time, and aspires to one day become a professional columnist for a reputed magazine in California.
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Lumineers: A Hollywood Smile!
‘We are always looking for ways to achieve a beautiful smile, and Lumineers do just that.’ Gulf Dental Specialty Hospital has been successfully offering patients Lumineers and it has proved to not only be extremely popular, but also life changing! Patients are always lifted after they apply Lumineers and they never stop smiling!
So what are Lumineers?
“Lumineers are digitally designed to be ultrathin (about as thin as a contact lens), so they can be applied seamlessly over your teeth to deliver a natural looking smile,” explains the Hospital’s CEO Dr Amina Mustafa. That is why Lumineers is the #1 patient-requested veneer system in the world. Why Lumineers? That is a good question! Traditional veneers are generally thicker, and thus require more aggressive and irreversible removal of healthy tooth structure. The
extensive preparation technique frequently requires shots and anesthesia to minimise sensitivity and pain, and typically involves placement of acrylic temporaries for over two weeks bet,ween visits. “The minimally invasive Lumineers technique typically eliminates the need for shots or temporaries, so while you wait for your custom-made Lumineers, you’ll look great and feel great. While many dentists offer veneers, not all dentists have been trained to deliver the signature benefits of Lumineers. However, Gulf Dental Specialty Hospital has dentists who are certified to offer you class service and satisfaction. Staining and discolouration are common problems. Teeth whitening tend to be the common option, but this may not eliminate all the stains, or last very long. Lumineers,
however, provide a long-lasting white smile, no matter what you eat or drink. Whether the stains are caused by time, drinking coffee, or by tetracycline staining, Lumineers can transform your smile with a permanently bright and natural look. The benefits are endless. “The truth is that Lumineers offer much more than a beautiful smile,” explains Dr Amina, “They can help restore chipped teeth, eliminate spacing and gaps, align crooked teeth, reshape small and misshapen teeth.’ Book your Appointment with a Lumineers Certified Doctor at Gulf Dental Speciality Hospital now. For more information, call +973 17741444, Or visit services@gdshospital.com
health
Health Updates GOOD NIGHT SLEEP? YES PLEASE
Have you had trouble sleeping? It definitely is frustrating when you want that peaceful sleep at the end of a very, very long day and it just would not happen. If you have ever felt like this, then you are not alone. There is probably a million other people feeling the exact same way as you. What we are about to show may not be your definite problem solver, but it sure will help you relax a little, find your way back to a good night’s rest. 68 | Bahrain Confidential | August 2014
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Deep Sleep With Andrew Johnson If you are not weirded out by voices talking to you while you slept, then this is one you should look at. The wellacclaimed hypnotherapist, Andrew Johnson helps you with some guided meditation. His calm voice leaves you relaxed with a clear mind thus helping you slowly drift to sleep. *Paid App Available for iPhone and Android
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We would not say no to an interesting app that lets you know what is happening when you are asleep. That is exactly what SleepBot is. It aims to let you know what you are doing when you are asleep by delivering a simple sleep tracking solution. Things like how much you move around in your sleep, how many hours do you sleep to how often do you wake up during your sleep. *Free App Available for iPhone
Sleep Cycle Alarm Clock It is crucial to have a regular sleep cycle or pattern. Now for those who think they do not have one, this app should help you get on track. Sleep Cycle Alarm Clock wakes you up at the best moment during light sleep, rather than being woken up mid deep sleep. It not only analyses your sleep quality, it also allows you to add sleep notes and wakes you up when you are supposed to. Just place your phone under the sheet on the corner of your bed and the rest takes place automatically. *Paid App Available for iPhone
#4 Relax Melodies So if you want some soothing music to calm your body, this is it. This app lets you blend your own mix of gentle music and nature sounds to enhance relaxation. You can use the selected tunes or you can even overlay various sounds that are available and control the volume for each. Designed to soothe, Relax Melodies gives you every reason to have the perfect sleep. *Free App Available for iPhone and Android
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opinion
WATCH YOUR ACCENT!
Katarzyna Richter, Cross Cultural Psychologist discusses language discrimination and other problems at the workplace.
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f you ever missed a promotion or if a dream job was given to a person with a more desirable accent, you are a victim of linguistic discrimination. Identified in the 1980’s, this phenomena refers to making judgements and decisions about someone’s character, education, social status, and competencies solely based on language skills. Discrimination can be pervasive. Even in countries with anti discriminatory laws, hiring a candidate for a job can be affected by his or her accent. For example in the United Kingdom, a cockney or provincial accent is often associated with a lower social class, and as many as 28 per cent of people admit to have been discriminated due to their regional accent. According to a research conducted by the UK law firm Peninsular, 80 per cent of employers admit to making discriminating decisions based on accents. On the other hand in the USA and the Middle East, any sort of British accent is highly regarded and often desired as it projects competence and status. A Journal of Applied Psychology recently published a study led by Laura Huang from the University of Pennsylvania which showed that non-native speakers of English are perceived as having fewer social management skills essential for career success. Scientists suspect that this hurts non-native English speakers in obtaining executive jobs and venture
capital for business. Management skills involve confidence, an understanding of what others want and value, and how to build networks based on the context, “knowledge that may be more difficult for immigrants to obtain”, they write. They also suggest that human resource professionals consider training hiringmanagers on accent-bias awareness, and encourage executive recruiters and venture capitalists to stop and to consider their own
attitudes when looking for the best talent and most promising business investments. Linguistic bias behavior can be explained by a psychological phenomenon called reverse halo effect or the devil effect. This is a tendency to over-generalise and to evaluate an entire personality based on just one undesirable trait. This effect is often exposed in “first impressions” which often are a deal breaker during the job interview or work evaluations. For example when a candidate turns up for a job interview in scruffy clothes he or she leaves an impression of being less competent or knowledgeable. Similarly, a candidate with a foreign accent may be considered more or less adequate for the job based on a hiring person’s stereotype that associates a nationality with particular types of work – for instance, French chefs, German engineers etc. Stereotyping mostly occurs unconsciously, our mind simply retrieves associations acquired and behaviors seen when growing up. Using stereotypes helps people to categorise the world and make sense of it without spending too much time and effort assessing all facts. Thus we can never completely avoid stereotypes. But it is important to recognise when stereotypes are helpful from when they cause misjudgment of someone’s talents. Cultural stereotypes decrease management’s ability to assess correctly and utilize the full potential of multinational staff. Therefore employers and managers of multicultural organisations should make extra efforts when hiring and promoting their staff to look beyond stereotypes.
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LETTER FROM BAHRAIN John Ridley on plagiarism.
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atrick, my son, and I spent an inordinate amount of time researching, writing, and taking photographs for an article about the work of a man believed to be the sole remaining traditional dhow builder in Bahrain; it was the first time we had worked together. Like any father, I was so proud of Patrick, especially when the photography for the article received much acclaim. Earlier this year I found a (badly) rewritten version of our article in another magazine (not in Bahrain), the writing and the photographs were instantly recognisable; it was of course published under the name of another “author”.
John R Ridley
The real cost of plagiarism became apparent to me just recently; some readers will know that I have been working on “Taste Life,” a project intended to raise awareness of food issues, especially gluten intolerance, it’s been two years hard work. A trusted “friend” had taken the Taste Life brand and idea, selling gluten free produce in his shop, branded as Taste Life; he chose to use my work for his own gain. Plagiarism is far more than copying others original work, it is destructive; friendship, trust and integrity destroyed. Whilst theft of others work and ideas has always existed, there has never been a time where it has been so prevalent - driven by easy access to technology. We find examples throughout history, artists, writers, composers, architects copying others, and
today, we see technology companies stealing the intellectual work of their competitors; it is driven by a self-centred desire to create something without expending any effort whilst attempting to reap praise and financial rewards. Through theft, the work of the original author becomes devalued - as must the self esteem of the plagiarist. Let other people’s efforts inspire you, and in turn you can inspire others, but please be original. Creating your own content takes time and effort, but nothing beats the pride and satisfaction of producing original work. John Ridley is a Bahrain based journalist, writer and broadcaster, visit his web site at www.johnridley.nu
I’m frequently inspired by the work of others, that inspiration can, and often does, drive the direction my work takes; many recipes in my cookbooks are inspired by tradition, then modified and adapted to be gluten free. I get great satisfaction receiving emails from people who have been inspired by my work; but the theft of other people’s ideas is unethical, illegal, and rarely fools anyone but the plagiarist - stolen work stands out!
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“A trusted “friend” had taken the Taste Life brand and idea, selling gluten free produce in his shop, branded as Taste Life; he chose to use my work for his own gain.”
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interview
Swiss-Belhotel There Is A New Hotel In Town! Herve Peyre
General Manager of Swiss-Belhotel Seef Bahrain. Tell us a little about yourself
Coming from France, I bring with me at least 25 years experience in the hotel industry, starting my career with the Hilton group. I joined Swiss-Belhotel last September to prepare it for the grand opening in Bahrain. I like a good challenge, and opening a hotel from scratch seemed like the perfect one.
What is your view of the hotel industry in Bahrain?
Image Credit - Githin Narayanan
Well everyone can agree that the trend in the hotel industry in Bahrain is to incline largely towards luxury. Sometimes in the midst of being the best, this particular market misses having the perfect 4-star hotels. There is a niche area in the market right below that luxury line that has been untapped, until now! We fit perfectly in that area.
Tell us about the concept of Swiss-Belhotel and its brand personality
It is an Asian group based in Hong Kong. This is a group that is developing rapidly making us the leader in the Asian market. Our new development is the strong focus of expansion in the Middle East. We have about 5 hotels in the pipeline, with already one in Kuwait and the other in Doha. Bahrain will be the third with more to come in the Middle East. We want this hotel to describe what our brand is all about- “Swiss hospitality with an Asian touch”.
With so much competition in Bahrain’s hospitality industry, what sets this hotel apart from the others?
Swiss-Belhotel has a strong product, with strong consistency and quality of service that is sufficient to standout. We strive to do things differently and love providing what the guest wants. It is important to be flexible when it comes to satisfying customers’ expectations on what a hotel can provide. Three unique facts of Swiss-Belhotel: 1. Our prime location 2. Large and spacious rooms 3. Our service, our international standard of quality.
What are your hopes and goals for Swiss-Belhotel?
Primarily, our main aim is to launch Swiss-Belhotel into the Bahrain market. We are positioning ourselves as a 4-star+; it is sort of at the entry level of a 5-star. We don’t pretend to be luxury, but we are definitely willing to place this new four-star international standout in everyone’s mind. As mentioned, we have a strong product. Our rooms are large and spacious with a sea view, a 360 angle for most of the rooms, placed at Bahrain’s prime location. Swiss-Belhotel has a number of amenities that one can compare to a 5-star, which also includes our innovative restaurants. *The 149-room Swiss-Belhotel is offering an opening rate of BHD55++ per night that consists of a rooftop bar and restaurant, lobby café, dining restaurant, outdoor swimming pool, Jacuzzi and conference facilities. For more information, visit www.swiss-belhotel.com
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STORIES OF A TRAILING SPOUSE
Maria Sorger
Maria Sorger shares tips on how to stave off the negative effects of relocating.
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ere I am living on a beautiful tropical island, my house a few steps away from the sea; I sleep and wake to the sound and within sight of the ocean. An abundance of exotic fruits, fish and local Indonesian fare make up my daily diet. Miles of sandy beach beckon me to go jogging, or take a stroll as I pass local fishermen bringing in their daily catch while young children greet me with a ‘hello you English?’ and buskers try to sell me anything from freshly cut baby pineapples to pearls and sarongs. What more could one ask for? And yet, something is missing. Very often as trailing spouses move into their new role they feel a loss of identity. Prior to becoming trailing spouses they knew exactly who they were, what their role within their society was - be it an executive
Traditional houses in Sasak village, Central Lombok
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in a multinational company, a lawyer or a teacher - whatever their job was they had a place in the ‘business world’. Now they find themselves in a strange land, days stretching ahead, lost as to what the next step should be. They can become frustrated or even resentful towards their partners who are working up the career ladder while they have left everything behind and feel they have gained nothing in return. Negativity sets in and they decide that everything was better before they moved abroad – which we all know is never the case.
“I did that for 4 years and found myself travelling to remote places in central Java which I would not have otherwise visited.”
Lombok pottery items
Survival of a trailing spouse depends on how to take the time spent in a foreign land and do something meaningful with it. I know it is easy to dish out advice – as one friend said to me, while she was overcoming cultural shock her former colleague became president of the company. However, you must forget what you had and focus on what you can do NOW. During my time in Indonesia I met several people who were in the furniture business and were coming here to select what they needed. Light bulb! Why not start an export business? I could source suppliers locally and export furniture and accessories from Indonesia. I did that for 4 years and found myself travelling to remote places in central Java which I would not have otherwise visited. I learned the language, stayed at small inns, ate local food at street ‘warungs’ (street side restaurants) and saw first-hand how stunning pottery is made on open fire using coconut shells. My work took me to tiny villages where everyone, including children, is involved in making the beautiful accessories that are found in so many western homes. I was invited to try my hand at weaving baskets out of ‘pandan’ leaves (leaves of a certain tropical plant) with often disastrous results! I was humbled by the villagers I met, people who have almost nothing but are always smiling. It was perhaps not the promotion I would have obtained had I remained in my previous job but certainly an enriching and rewarding experience that I will carry with me forever. Maria Sorger is a marketing professional and MBA graduate. To share your feedback email: maria.sorger@redlemonsconsulting.com
travel - independence day special
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And her top 10 unsung heroes. PANGONG LAKE, JAMMU&KASHMIR
GLOBAL VIPASSANA PAGODA, MUMBAI
Featured in the blockbuster Bollywood movie, “3 Idiots”, Pangong Lake has an incredible scenic beauty with mountain ranges, making it the perfect holiday destination for tourists.
SUNDARBANS, WEST INDIA
The largest mangrove belt in the world, Sundarbans stretch 80kms into the Bangladeshi and Indian vicinity from the coastline. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, its Indian Territory forest is called Sundarbans National Park. The wildlife sanctuary here is home to 400 Royal Bengal tigers and about 30,000 spotted deer. The forest is called ‘Sundarbans’ due to the prosperous growth of Sundari trees.
VIHIGAON WATERFALL, MUMBAI
Love adventure? You can’t miss this one. The Western Ghats have many waterfalls best suited for water rappelling. Vihigaon falls in Kasara, Mumbai is one such nature’s gift to mankind. Rappelling over 120ft of garrulous waterfall, it is sure to make it to your most incredible adventure experiences list.
There are several Jain temples in Moodbidri, a small town 37kms northeast of Mangalore in the southern state of Karnataka. Jainism, the Indian religion was and still is strongly practiced here. In addition to many other Jain temples, there is the Thousand Pillars Temple (Saavira Kambada Basadi), the most popular and holy shrine for Jains. Legend has it that the one that succeeds in counting all 1000 pillars will be transformed into a pillar! 76 | Bahrain Confidential | August 2014
More of a meditation centre than a religious site, the Global Vipassana Pagoda is located in Gorai, North Mumbai. The architectural elements of the edifice follow the Shwedagon Pagoda in Myanmar and the interiors – art gallery and relics within the space – largely depict the life of Lord Buddha. The place offers 10-day Vipassana meditation courses.
JAIN TEMPLES, MANGALORE
travel - independence day special KHAJURAHO – THE TEMPLE OF LOVE, MADHYA PRADESH
MUNNAR – TEA ESTATE, KERALA
The Khajuraho Group of Monuments in Khajuraho, a town in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh, located in Chhatarpur district, about 620kms southeast of New Delhi, is one of the most popular tourist destinations in India. Khajuraho has the largest group of medieval Hindu and Jain temples famous for their sculptures.
MAGNETIC HILL, LADAKH
Imagine this – your tourist car moving up a steep hill with the ignition off! Now that’s a different kind of burn! Standing at a height of 11,000ft above sea level, the Magnetic Hill located near Leh, in Ladakh is known to possess strong magnetic properties which have the strength to pull cars up-hill.
Set at an altitude of 6000ft in Idukki district, Munnar was the favoured summer resort of the erstwhile British rulers during the colonial days. An unending expanse of tea plantations, pristine valleys and mountains, exotic species of flora and fauna and the aroma of spice scented cool air - yes! Munnar has all these and more. August to May is a good time to visit.
GOKARNA – BEACH TOWN, KARNATAKA
An idyllic beach town with a religious backdrop, this place gives you the magic of Goa without being overcrowded and highly commercialised. Gokarna is located in Karnataka, and is reachable by road from Karwar which is 60kms away.
MALANA – LITTLE GREECE OF INDIA, HIMACHAL PRADESH
Malana is a tiny unique village with about 100 houses and is situated to the north-east of Kullu Valley in Himachal Pradesh. The majestic peaks of Chandrakhani shadow the village. Malana is also called as the “Little Greece in Himachal Pradesh” as the Malanis believe that they are the descendents of Alexander The Great!
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technology
Hardware Microsoft Arc Wireless Mouse
Navigate easily thanks to the scroll wheel or four customisable buttons of the Arc Wireless. It cuts the cumbersome cord of a traditional mouse and lets you roam up to 30 feet away. Enjoy the tiny USB transceiver and just fold the mouse to fit into your pockets!
Gaming WatchDogs: Hack & Shoot! Played from a third-person perspective, players control Aiden Pearce, a highly skilled grey hat hacker who can hack into a centralised operating system which manages the hyper-connected city of Chicago. You can choose to play as criminals or vigilantes. An online multiplayer mode allows up to eight players. The phone is also equipped with applications that interact directly with the environment around the player. Players can also receive information on civilians via augmented reality feeds. Equipment is also provided by smartphone apps, used to summon cars and weaponry. Compatible with Microsoft Windows, the PlayStation 3,PlayStation 4, Xbox 360 and Xbox One.
Tech Talk Home Gadgets Nest Protect Smoke Alarm
Smoke alarms are generally torn off the ceiling or missing batteries because every time you make stir-fry, they cry wolf! This is a safety issue. Yet to be launched, the Nest Protect gives you an early warning before turning on a loud alarm. It lights up yellow and speaks with a human voice. It constantly looks for dangerous levels of carbon monoxide. Also, if the batteries are low you’ll get a message on your phone.
Accessories HTC Flip Case (Dot View)
Having received many rave reviews, the M8 has quickly become a favourite with smartphone users. The Flip Case Dot View is a great cover for your M8, cut out to allow easy camera usage and plugging in for cords and chargers. Just double tap for information including missed calls, weather, and call duration. The cover doesn’t take battery life off your phone either.
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Ali Fareed, one of Bahrain’s favourite bloggers joined VIVA during the MUSS programme in Manchester as part of wining the media competition.
It all started back in April when I got an invitation to cover a football tournament from which 22 boys and girls would be selected to go on the Manchester United Soccer Schools training program in Manchester, UK. As an added bonus the invited media/bloggers with the best and most creative social media coverage for the event were promised a seat to accompany the winners on their journey. Little did I know that lucky person would be me! I remember it was the end of the week and I was coming back from a long day at the office when I got the e-mail. It really caught me by surprise! It took a little while for the news to sink in. After that, I got my things in order, packed my suitcase, and two months later, I met the rest of the group at the airport ready to take off!
The winning students with the VIVA team
I was tasked with covering the MUSS training programme across the various social media channels. This was a great opportunity for me to interact with the boys & girls from the programme, see them develop their skills and grow as a team, get an in-depth look at MUSS training routine, and to top things off enjoy the beautiful city of Manchester. The MUSS program was nothing short of exciting. We would wake up early morning, have breakfast and head over to the training facility everyday from 8am until 3 in the afternoon. The coaches would train the youth on different football skills such as dribbling, passing,
maneuvering, shooting from various positions, teamwork and other vital skills. In order to motivate the players to give their best, every day the two top performers would be awarded points by the coaches and on the last day of training, a signed Manchester United team jersey was awarded to the best overall player! It’s a totally different thing when you attend an event for a couple of hours, take a few shots, then be on your way, than when you go on an immersive experience such as the MUSS training programme. Apart from covering the daily training, I had to play my part in supervising the participating youth & providing them with help and guidance when needed it. At one point I even got to join them in part of the training by helping the coach with the training routine. Being joined by other VIVA mentors was great. Each added to the experience by providing valuable input. It’s not easy to handle a big group of energetic youth but they made it look easy. We shared a few laughs along the way and I’m glad to say I returned from this trip with new friends.
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3M Mind, Music and Meditation
The Art of Living session, titled “3M Mind, Music, Meditation” held by Swami Jyothirmayah took place at Ramee International Hotel, Juffair on 10th June.
Swami Jyothirmayah recieving the Donation from HSBC Ceo Matthew Deakin
Launch of Hisense
The launch of Hisense took place at Bahrain International Circuit on 22nd June.
Saleem Kooheji and Terry Wang
Jamal Kooheji, Saleem Kooheji, Tery Wang and Karen Chen
Saleem Kooheji and Hisense officials with the Good Trading Company Staff
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Sanjeev and Rohit
society Latest society photos at www.Bahrain-Confidential.com Ramadan Tent Launch
Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq Thalassa Sea & Spa launched their Ramadan tent on 23rd June.
Mohammed and Osama
Mark, Melissa, Richard, Dorotha and Noel Mohammed and Manar
Kareem, Kovi and Isa
Najwa and Lina
David and Brad
Jassim Zayani, HE Mohan Kumar and Mala Kumar
Mohammed, Kamal and Ahmed
AWA President’s Appreciation Lunch
AWA President’s appreciation lunch took place at Diplomat Radisson Blu on 12th June.
At the aprreciation lunch
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society Latest society photos at www.Bahrain-Confidential.com The Ramadan Preview
Melissa and Gregory
The Ritz-Carlton Bahrain, Hotel & Spa held their Ramadan preview on 25th June.
Ned, Jameel and Amaris
Hridya and Ezzeddin
Rasha, Ali, Nada and Reem
Fatima and Momen
Mozibur
Joyce, Sandra and Janie Sami and Wali
Guy and Marwan
First Medical Grand Round
AlKindi Spcecialised Hospital held their first medical grand round at Sheraton Bahrain on 19th June.
Dr Ebtisam, Dr Esam and Dr Mohammed
Abdul Khaleq, Hasan,Dr Mohammed Miqdady and Dr Mohammed Salman
Ahmed and Hussam
Abdulhaleq, Dr Mohammed, Dr Ebtisam, Dr Hala, Dr Mohammed Salman, Dr Mohammed Miqdady, Dr Ayman and Hesham
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society Latest society photos at www.Bahrain-Confidential.com MRI Press Conference
Royal Bahrain Hospital held an MRI press conference at The K Hotel on 10th June.
Board of Directors at the press conference
Grand Opening of Bayti Restaurant
BFLC held a grand opening for its new restaurant, Bayti, located beside the Bahrain Financial Harbour on 23rd June.
Adel Salman Kanoo, Polly and Ranjith
Hilary and Ross
Danien, Sharif, Basher and Abdulrahman
Suresh, Shaheed, Manoj, Peter, Syam and Ranjith
Bayti Contemporary Restaurant
Ron, Adel Kanoo and Rahim
Summer is Dubai 2014 The press conference of Summer is Dubai 2014 was held at The RitzCarlton Bahrain, Hotel & Spa on 11th June.
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society Latest society photos at www.Bahrain-Confidential.com Azadea Group Staff Iftar
Azadea Group held an Iftar gathering for their staff at Abdulwahab Restaurant on 1st and 2nd July. Romio, Margorie, Jameela and Sadiqa
Alan, Ramya, Jamal and Hanine
Alan, Pierre and Lucien
Meryann and Helen
Emalyn, Cled and Liezel
Jerome, Frendy, Melvin and Nomar
Mohammed, Omaima, Mohammed, Ebtisam and Abdu
New Menu at Kosebasi
Kosebasi held a lunch gathering to launch their new menu items at Bahrain City Centre on 10th June.
Nichola, Reem and Melissa
Azizul and Chef Lucien
Launch of the New Contemporary Asian Dish A new contemporary Asian dish was launched at Maki Restaurant on 13th June.
HE Sahid S Glang and Vichai Varasirikul
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HE Lee Chin and HE Mohan Kumar
HE Ahmed Shahizan Abdul-Samad and HE Jong Ha Yu
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Rasha Khunji, MD of Showcase 101 in Riyadat Mall hosted an event with the store’s exhibitors where guest speaker, Hamsa Johar gave an inspirational talk on productivity.
Lulwa, Rasha, Hamsa and Adel
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Kempinski Grand & Ixir Hotel’s Final Farewell
Kempinski Grand & Ixir Hotel held their final farewell and client appreciation event on 24th June. Hazel, Richard, Steve, Puneet
Sofiyann Al Moayyed, Walid Sherif and Duaij Al Rumaihi
Johan, Hussain, Victoria, Sana and Kerlos
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JAGUAR F-TYPE CoupĂŠ was launched at The Ritz-Carlton Bahrain, Hotel & Spa on 17th June.
Nawaf Zayani, Zayed Zayani, SH Salman Bin Isa Al Khaleefa, Hussam and Hassan Natalia
Osian and Weena
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Ballet & Art Concert was held at Al Hekma International School on 13th June.
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Ramee Grand Hotel & Spa held their first Ramadan Ghabga for the year on 29th June. Cynthia, Shantharam and Jason
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Ramee Grand Hotel & Spa held an Iftar gathering for their staff where they introduced the new General Manager on 2nd July.
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Ahmed Zayani Jeep Road Show
The Jeep road show held by Ahmed Zayani took place at Amwaj Marina on 12th June.
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The launch of YK Almoayyed & Sons Ramadan Campaign was held at the Nissan showroom on 18th June.
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Ahmed, Anas, Paul, Essam and Mohammed
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Ministry of Culture held a press conference announcing the programmes of the Bahrain Summer Festival at Bab Al Bahrain on 6th July. Sheikha Mai bint Mohammed Al Khalifa
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Eliza Shaw’s Double Wammy Party was held at Jawehery Gardens on 29th June.
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A media Iftar was held at Sheraton Hotel on 29th June.
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The concert of the prodigious pianist, Chau-Giang Thi Nguyen was held The Cultural Hall on 16th June.
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BBBF Networking Lunch Gathering was held at Diplomat Radisson Blu Hotel on 19th June.
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Ultra Vogue was held at Bushido in 12th June.
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society Latest society photos at www.Bahrain-Confidential.com InterContinental Regency Bahrain Partners With VIVA Bahrain
InterContinental Regency Bahrain announced their partnership with VIVA Bahrain on 12th June.
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Ramadan Tent Inauguration
InterContinental Regency Bahrain inaugurated their Ramadan tent on 25th June. Coudia and Oana
Vivian amd Hadi
Mohammed, Nick and Dorotha
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Andrew, Susan and Duncan
Daniel, Agstus, Oana and Jannet
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Kempinski Grooming Bahraini Hospitality Programme Graduation Ceremony was held at Kempinski Grand & Ixir Hotel 12th June.
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society Latest society photos at www.Bahrain-Confidential.com Junaid Perfumes Product Launch
Junaid Perfumes held a product launch, launching their new perfumes at Mercure Hotel on 26th June.
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CAFB Gala Dinner
CAFB Gala Dinner was held at Diplomat Radisson Blu Hotel on 8th June.
Waleed Kanoo, Nabeel Al Mahmood, Jawad Al Hawaj
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society Latest society photos at www.Bahrain-Confidential.com The Unveiling of ‘Diamonds In The Sky’
MODA MALL unveiled ‘Diamonds In The Sky’ at the mall on 25th June.
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AIESEC Bahrain Youth To Business Forum
AIESEC Bahrain Youth To Business Forum was held at Gulf Hotel Bahrain on 24th June.
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Biznet Networking Event Biznet Networking Event tool place at Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq Thalassa Sea & Spa on 18th June.
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society Latest society photos at www.Bahrain-Confidential.com Euromotors Media Ghabga
Euromotors held a ghabga for the media at Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq Thalassa Sea & Spa on 2nd July.
Omar, Vebz and Ghem
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Wahooo! Largest Swimming Lesson
Wahooo! held the largest swimming lesson on 20th June.
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society Latest society photos at www.Bahrain-Confidential.com Iftar at The K Hotel
The K Hotel held an Iftar gathering on 6th July.
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Sara, Zainab, Mohammed and Bilal
Jehan and Zena
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The Exclusive & Tequipment Experience
Porsche Centre held The Exclusive &Teuipment Experience at their showroom on 21st June.
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society Latest society photos at www.Bahrain-Confidential.com Dreams Society Ghabga
Dreams Society held their ghabga at Ramee Grand Hotel & Spa on 4th July.
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Mara, Fareeda and Mariam
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Carlton Nutrition Centre organised a Ramadan gathering for its staff and their families.
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Phase 1 of the construction of Dragon City, the Chinese-themed retail development in the Diyar Al Muharraq has begun. NASS Contracting has been appointed to undertake the work for Phase 1 which is scheduled for completion by mid 2015. Dragon City is the first-of its kind development in Bahrain designed with Chinese architectural and cultural aspects, in a layout incorporating 700 individual retail store spaces and a five thousand square meter area designated for warehouses. The project also includes a mall, a car park for 1,500 customer vehicles and at a subsequent stage a themed ‘Asian dining street’ where guests could enjoy a choice of restaurants and food brands within an authentic Asian setting.
UoB Wins Youth Programme
The Coca-Cola Foundation, in partnership with INJAZ Bahrain declared the winners of the fifth edition of the ‘Ripples of Happiness’ youth empowerment programme. Securing first place and receiving a BD3,800 (approx) grant from the Coca-Cola Foundation was the University of Bahrain for its project inspired by a tragic incident that took place in September 2013 when five year old Rashid Fadhel was forgotten inside a bus and died due to intensive heat exhaustion and asphyxiation. Since its inception in 2012, the ‘Ripples of Happiness’ programme has reached over 1,400 students in more than 45 universities and expanded across six countries in the region. This has resulted in over 17,400 hours of community service, benefiting thousands of people.
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New Leadership at Infiniti ME
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Infiniti has moved further with the implementation of its global transformation plan which began in 2012. The company has established a dedicated Managing Director role for its business in the Middle East which will give Infiniti a sharper structural focus on the premium segment and enhance the brand’s distinct identity. Juergen Schmitz will be Infiniti Middle East’s first Managing Director, having been General Manager for the past three years. August 2014 | Bahrain Confidential | 103
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BBBF Learn, Why Projects Fail
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The Bahrain British Business Forum (BBBF) ICT special interest group presented a talk by seasoned IT Project Management consultant, Major Mike Jackson in which he highlighted key common factors which lead to project failure. Jackson focused on the Middle East region in particular where certain cultural elements can have a degree of impact in this regard, using examples from his experience over the past 8 years working with various organisations in the GCC and his senior position at a Bahrain-based organisational coaching consultancy. Headed by David Wales, the BBBF’s ICT special interest group is one of many under the BBBF, which also includes security, construction, legal, financial services, and organisational effectiveness. The group holds regular meetings sponsored by Standard Chartered bank to discuss various hot topics related to their industry.
Global Recognition for Mindshare MENA
Mindshare, part of WPP has once again been recognised as a top performer in the industry by the Effie Effectiveness Index, an annual ranking of the marketing and communications industry’s most effective agencies, advertisers, and brands. The agency has been honoured for a year of outstanding achievement by a panel of judges made comprising the industry’s top experts. Winner and finalist data was compiled by a global network of partners to thoroughly judge each entry with a complex point system, and Mindshare surfaced to the top 3 agencies for the Middle East & Africa regionwith a whopping 73 points.
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The Manchester United Supporters Club Bahrain held its first Annual General Meeting at Il Giardino at Elite Seef Residence and Hotel. The event saw the club’s representatives discussing last season’s achievements and shortcomings with their members. Plans for the upcoming season were also discussed and members had the opportunity to discuss suggestions and share feedback. Manchester United Supporter, Ali Alsaeed was the lucky winner in the raffle draw for a free ticket to a top English Premier League game of his choice. For further info email contact@muscbh.com/ follow on Instagram and Twitter @muscbh/ call, Tel. +973 3955 4535
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Elite Hospitality Group Welcomes New GM Elite Hospitality group has appointed Aditya Mata to oversee both The Elite Seef Residence & Hotel and The Elite Tower Residences in Bahrain. A graduate of the prestigious Oberoi School of Hotel Management in New Delhi, Aditya Mata brings with him over 20 years of valuable experience in the hospitality industry. Having engaged in resorts, city hotels and projects in interesting locations within India, East Africa, Nepal, he has wide experience with brands such as The Oberoi Hotels Group and Crowne Plaza, InterContinental, Banyan Tree amongst others.
Turkish Airlines Wins Again! Skytrax, the acknowledged name associated with air travel excellence has released its latest ratings. Turkish Airlines has scored with air travellers once again and bagged the “Best Airline in Europe” title for the fourth year running. Its ‘Flying Chef’ service for Business Class passengers on all its long-haul and some of its short-haul international flights, earned Turkish Airlines the top spot in the category, “Best Business Class Catering”. Turkish Airlines was also awarded in the category, “Best Business Class Lounge Dining” for its excellent catering service that has been a hallmark of guest comfort in its expanded and refurbished lounge at Ataturk Airport – “Turkish Airlines Lounge Istanbul”. Turkish DO&CO, the airlines catering partner has repeatedly won awards for providing Turkish Airlines’ passengers with the best meals on board and in the airline’s lounges. This year’s awards were based on the results of over 18 million passenger surveys, with more than 105 nationalities participating and covering 245 airlines.
Temel Kotil, CEO of Turkish Airlines (centre) shares a proud moment with his colleagues
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CAR NEWS Toyota’s Citélib An innovative 100 per cent electric car-sharing scheme connected to public transport. You hear a lot about future mobility, smart cities, and other innovations designed to make cities and urban transport more pleasant and manageable in years to come. This dream is said to become a reality, in October, in Grenoble and the outlying area, making the French Alps city a pioneer in future mobility with assistance from Toyota. Toyota i-ROAD and COMS ultra-compact electric vehicles, and around 30 charging stations developed and managed by EDF’s subsidiary Sodetrel, will be open for service for a period of three years thanks to a unique partnership between the City and the Metropolitan Area of Grenoble, French energy company EDF, Japanese car maker Toyota and Citélib, a local car-sharing operator. Connected to the public transport system’s IT infrastructure, this new car-sharing scheme will complement Citélib, the current car-sharing service of Grenoble, by allowing users to pick up one of the small EVs at one location and drop it off at another. The project also aims to promote interconnectivity of public transport methods (trams, buses, trains) and a new type of personal mobility using small vehicles that don’t take up as much space as a normal car. For more information visit ekkanoo.com.bh
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Euro Motors Launches The First Automotive Customer Rewards Programme in Bahrain Euro Motors has made retail in the automobile industry far more rewarding. For the first time in the Gulf, an automotive dealer has introduced a customer loyalty programme, which allows buyers to gain and redeem points across the various divisions of Al Zayani Investments Group. The programme for now starts with Euro Motors representing BMW, MINI, Rolls Royce, Ferrari, Maserati, Jaguar and Land Rover and will eventually lead to partnerships with key venues across the Island. This allows customers to maximise the return and rewards from the money they spend at Euro Motors, on the most prestigious brands in the car industry. Euro Motors believe it is vitally important to recognise and reward customers for their business. Nawaf Al Zayani, Managing Director of Euro Motors commented, “Our focus has always been and remains on finding meaningful ways to engage and deliver the very best experience for our customers. We want to recognise and reward our customers in a real and tangible way.” The introduction of the Euro Motors’ Intaleq Loyalty Programme is a key innovation to this customer commitment. It will reward customers with a percentage of any money spent at Euro Motors which will be credited to the customer’s Intaleq account and can be used at any of our dealerships for additional products and services. For more information call, Tel. +973 1775 0636 or email: intaleq@euromotors.com.bh or visit www.intaleq.com.bh
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NISSAN PATROL SALES HIKE
Nissan Patrol has notched up another proud feat in Bahrain. Performing against market odds, the SUV has achieved a 100 per cent increase in sales in the financial year 2013 compared to the year 2012. Nissan Patrol is a name synonymous with ruggedness; a legendary off-roader capable of going anywhere, anytime. With rich heritage spanning over 60 years, the Patrol is Nissan’s flagship SUV model and enjoys a passionate following in Bahrain and across the Middle East. As per the latest sales statistics, Nissan Patrol commands a commendable 28% of the top-end SUV segment in the Middle East. The model is developed specifically with the Middle East’s climate and terrains in mind and by Nissan engineers had invested over 13,000 hours in testing Patrol prototypes in the region. The successful launch of the all-new 2014 model is attributed to Nissan Patrol’s exceptional sales performance in Bahrain. The 2014 Nissan Patrol features the 3rd generation Around View Monitor with parking assist. Using four cameras, the monitor displays a bird’s eye view of the vehicle to help you park the Patrol even in tight spots. This is complemented by the availability of Back-up Collision Intervention which alerts the driver when a moving object is detected behind the vehicle when in reverse mode.
The Nissan Patrol has introduced many of the world’s leading automotive technologies for the first time. The Hydraulic Body Motion Control System kept the car flatter with less body roll during lane-changing and cornering, while delivering superb stability on rugged and sandy tracks. The Patrol employs an All Mode 4x4 system, which allows the driver to quickly switch between four drive modes: sand, on-road, snow and rock, with the flick of a switch. The new Hill Start Assist and Hill Descent Control functions also can be selected easily with the touch of a button for braking purposes on slope road surfaces. The all-new Nissan Patrol comes with a refreshed styling both inside and out. A vigorous new bumper design is matched with a muscular grille pattern with surrounding chrome at the front. LED headlamps with daytime running light and pop-up headlamp washer are also added to the new Nissan Patrol. In addition to the 6-speed manual transmission and 7-speed automatic on other grades, a 5-speed automatic transmission with manual mode is introduced on the entry-level XE grade. The 2014 Nissan Patrol’s price in Bahrain starts from BD 15,995. For a test drive call, Tel. +973 1773 2732 or visit the YK Almoayyed & Sons showroom in Sitra
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THE ALL-NEW INFINITI Q50 The Infiniti Q50 in influenced by Infiniti Essence concept, while honouring the iconic design dynamics of earlier Infiniti sports sedans. The lean, robust body sides are designed to anchor the performance stance. In the rear, the side character lines smoothly merge with the shape of the rear LED combination lights. A new colour palette has been specially selected to accent the Q50 contours and sculpted surfaces and includes a range of eight premium colours: Chestnut Bronze and Hagane Blue are two new colours introduced into the Infiniti range, Q50 is the first model to be launched with these new colours, while Malbec Black, Liquid Platinum, Graphite Shadow, Black Obsidian, Venetian Ruby and Moonlight White are also available. Two advanced powertrains are offered for the Middle East, starting with a refined 3.7-litrealuminium-alloy DOHC 24-valve V6 rated at 326 horsepower and 361Nm of torque. The engine features Continuously Variable Valve Timing Control System and Variable Valve Event & Lift.
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Matching the inspired Infiniti Q50 design and performance is a classy interior. The front and rear seats are a new ergonomic design, developed to help distribute body pressure across a wider range of the upper seating surface. Effective luggage space is among the best in the segment at 500-litres with the 3.7-liter V6. The Infiniti Q50 features a choice of two leather-appointed interior colours: Wheat and Graphite. Premium audio systems include an available next-generation Studio on Wheels by Bose sound system with instrument panel three-speaker array (up to a total of 14 speakers), Advanced Staging Technology. Other features include Dual-Zone Automatic Temperature Control, Bluetooth Hands-free Phone System, RearView Monitor, Advanced Climate Control System with Plasmacluster air purifier and available Around View Monitor with Moving Object Detection. Unlike conventional interfaces, the Q50 has not one but two touch capacitive screens with intuitive hand gesture screen operation to easily connect drivers to their lives outside the car. Along with the large dual screens (LCD/VGA 8-inch upper and 7-inch lower colour displays), the Infiniti InTouch system is designed to effortlessly synchronise car and driver. For a test drive call, Tel. +973 1773 2732 or visit the YK Almoayyed & Sons showroom in Sitra
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THE ALL-NEW JAGUAR XE Technology package announced and world premiere date set.
Jaguar will unveil the latest addition to its sports saloon car family, the Jaguar XE in September this year. Jaguar will bring levels of innovation never seen before in this segment – with its lightweight construction expertise and sophisticated chassis technology in addition to the new family of Ingenium engines – all designed, engineered and manufactured in the UK. Built around an allnew, aluminium-intensive architecture, the XE combines thrilling performance, agile handling and precise, responsive steering, with outstanding levels of refinement. Integral Link Rear Suspension Unique to this segment, the Integral Link suspension delivers major benefits over conventional multi-link designs. By providing lateral and longitudinal stiffness, the integral link delivers sharp response and handling while retaining a refined, luxurious ride. Many components of the Integral Link suspension have been forged or hollow-cast in aluminium. These are the optimum production techniques to produce a strong, lightweight solution. Front Suspension based on F-TYPE Sports Car Mounted to a subframe with cast aluminium suspension towers, the XE’s double wishbone front suspension delivers the highest levels of handling and road holding. The advanced design is based on Jaguar’s flagship F-TYPE sports car and includes some key components designed to deliver Jaguar XFR-levels of stiffness. These ensure the XE enjoys a similar level of agility and ‘connected’ steering feel. Like the rear suspension, many components are made from cast and forged aluminium and some are produced using a patented process.
Class-leading Steering Feel Jaguar is renowned for its steering feel and this will now move to the next level as the XE becomes the first Jaguar to be equipped with the latest generation Electric Power Assisted Steering. Our latest software algorithms now allow much greater scope for tuning than hydraulic-based systems and deliver better quality steering feel. Other benefits include variable steering damping, ease of low-speed manoeuvring and the ability to adapt to Jaguar Drive Control settings. EPAS also enables a range of Active Safety and Driver Aid features. All Surface Progress Control Even with the best traction control, rear-wheel drive cars can struggle to pull away from rest on very slippery surfaces. For that reason, Jaguar has developed All Surface Progress Control, a completely new feature in its class. Developed with the input of decades of Jaguar Land Rover experience in off-road traction systems, ASPC can electronically gain traction with far less drama than a human driver can achieve. The system works like a low-speed cruise control to deliver optimum traction in the most slippery conditions without skidding and without the driver using the pedals. For more information call, Tel. +973 1775 0750 or visit euromotors.com.bh
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high end property
HOMES TO VIEW HILLGATE STREET HYDE PARK, LONDON Set behind a traditional facade and arranged over four floors this spectacular house offers the flexibility of discreet separation or open plan relaxation.
With an abundance of natural light and exceptional volume comprising three principal bedroom suites and an additional guest suite, the upper level incorporates a living, dining and kitchen area. From here a separate staircase leads to a study that is linked to the master bedroom suite. The lower level is a versatile space for media entertainment and exercise including a plunge pool and access to one of four terraces. ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡
Integral garage Media room / reception room Plunge pool Utility room Guest cloakrooms Study / office 4 terraces
+44 (0) 20 7262 2226 hydepark@cluttons.com
HILLGATE STREET W8 – FREEHOLD £7,500,000 – 4 bedrooms EPC rating: B | Ref: ALB140071
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high end property
HOMES TO VIEW ABINGDON ROAD CHELSEA, LONDON An exceptional six bedroom family house in arguably the best position in this sought-after street with a south west facing garden. Abingdon Road is a quiet cherry tree lined road which runs south from High Street Kensington, a short walk from the underground station. The shopping amenities of Stratford village are also moments away. ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡
6 bedrooms 3 reception rooms 2 bathrooms South west facing garden Close to High Street Kensington
+44 (0) 20 7584 1771 chelsea@cluttons.com
ABINGDON ROAD W8 – FREEHOLD £4,800,000 – 6 bedrooms EPC rating: C | Ref: SLO130035
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pets
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Visit the BSPCA in Animal Welfare Centre in Askar, see www.bspca.org for directions. Open for adoption viewing Sunday to Thursday, 9am to 5pm and Friday and Saturday, 9am to 1pm. Tel. +973 1759 1231. Bongo
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Visit the BSPCA in Animal Welfare Centre in Askar, see www.bspca.org for directions. Open for adoption viewing Sunday to Thursday, 9am to 5pm and Friday and Saturday, 9am to 1pm. Tel. +973 1759 1231.
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blogger We bring you the scoop on your favourite bloggers. This month, Anita Menon bakes a tray of glutenfree cookies with her daughter, Anumita.
Main Image: Blogger’s Own
As much as summer holidays bring a smile on your child’s face, it can be quite an anxious time for a parent. Baking is definitely an interesting way to keep your child busy and wouldn’t you love that extra help! I engage my daughter with some easy bakes like cookies, cupcakes and some simple cakes during her holidays. She enjoys the mixing and the measuring of ingredients and has a fair idea about what goes into the batter. The only parts where I take over are breaking eggs and handling the oven. Throughout the process, I simply supervise and guide her and when the baking is done, I can see the sense of accomplishment on her face as she proudly shares her cookies with her friends and family.
ChocolateChocolate Cookies Ingredients: • 450 gm Icing Sugar • 3/4 cup good quality Cocoa Powder • 1/2 tsp Salt
Method: • Preheat the oven at 350 degree F • Sieve the icing sugar to remove all lumps and to air it, in a large bowl. • Sieve the cocoa powder next and to this add the salt as well. Mix all the dry ingredients well. • In a separate bowl, break the eggs carefully and separate the yolks from the white. To the egg whites add vanilla essence and mix well. • Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and give it all a thorough mix, incorporating all the icing sugar and the cocoa powder well. • At this point, add the chocolate chips and incorporate it well. Place it in the freezer to chill for sometime while you prepare your baking tray for about 10-15 minutes or so. The batter shouldn’t be runny when you scoop it out on the baking tray. • Prepare a tray by laying a parchment paper on it. Spray it with oil to grease it well. • Bring the batter out of the freezer and remove small, coin-sized scoops and place it 2-3 inches away from each other. The batter, when it starts cooking begins spreading madly! • Place the baking tray on the center rack and let it bake for 13 minutes.
Blogger Bytes • 3 large Egg Whites (at room temperature) • 1 tbsp Vanilla Essence • 1 1/2 cups of semi-sweet Chocolate Chips
Anita with her daughter, Anumita & Inset: Chocolate-Chocolate Cookies
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• Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool for 5-7 minutes before transferring them elsewhere. They might be soft to touch but in some time they will be firm. For more of Anita’s recipes visit sliceofmylyfe.com
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sheerluxury - food
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Now, before you get upset, though these items are unabashedly opulent, many of them were created for fundraising programmes. But why is a dish so expensive you ask? Well, there are a number of reasons: the chef sprinkled some diamonds, luxury pearls, or gold as a side attraction, such as the spoon, plate, goblet, or a decor. Yes, that’s cheating; you can always make anything the most expensive by throwing in some diamonds.
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chef interview
Interviewing the chefs at …
Bayti The newly opened Middle Eastern, casual dining restaurant.
“...our Chocolate Shawarma made in conjunction with a local chocolatier is a 35kg white and dark chocolate roll. We shave the chocolate into freshly made crepe style sweet wraps and then serve with marshmallows, nuts and fruits. It’s a visual treat and is sure to be popular with the kids!” Favourite ingredients?
Seasoning. It is surprising what a little pinch of salt or a touch of olive oil can do to a dish.
Favourite dish at Bayti?
It has to be the Gourmet Shawarma which we have developed to evolve this Middle Eastern staple. The concept is fresh as are the all the sauces, marinades, proteins and bread prepared in the restaurant. Guests get to choose their bread and filling from a wide selection; we have added a few interesting ones like the seafood variant and a vegetarian option. Finally guests can select from five unique signature marinades. Jagath Nickson Jayasekara, Executive Chef and Anthony Gomes, Sous Chef
Cooking tips?
Always cook with passion and don’t be afraid to experiment. And like I said before, seasoning is the key to bring your dishes to life; always season your meat.
Guests’ favourite at Bayti?
The feedback so far has been overwhelmingly positive. Guests love that we have evolved many traditional dishes, that we have included some Bahraini dishes and that all our dishes are 100 per cent freshly prepared.
New ideas at Bayti?
As chefs we’re always looking for ways to re-invent, present and cook dishes. For instance, our Chocolate Shawarma made in conjunction with a local chocolatier is a 35kg white and dark chocolate roll. We shave the chocolate into freshly made crepe style sweet wraps and then serve with marshmallows, nuts and fruits. It’s a visual treat and is sure to be popular with the kids! For bookings call, Tel. + 973 1722 9778 or log onto Facebook: Bayti Bahrain or visit bflc.com.bh
Chocolate Shawarma at Bayti
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opinion
Taste Life! John Ridley shares a family favourite.
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he taste and smell of fresh strawberries, tomatoes growing on the vine, or wild garlic billowing in the meadows, revives memories of long summer holidays on my grandparent’s farm; where the wait for afternoon tea, sponge cake, baked that afternoon, and filled with cream and strawberries, was a time of anticipation. Our palettes change with the years; today I’d find the cake, so much anticipated in my youth, overly sweet, and lacking texture. I now spend much of my time in Italy; exploring farmers’ markets for local cheeses, olives, fruits, and lesser known vegetables; or sampling regional cuisine in family run cafes. Throughout the year, the markets are an ever-changing display of local and seasonal produce; agretti, a leafy green vegetable grown in marsh land, is much sought after during the spring and early summer; and in late autumn and early winter, fresh olives, citrus fruits and cheeses fill the stalls. Alongside, queues form around the growing numbers of artisan bakers and millers, displaying their breads and stone ground polenta and kamut flours - so often overlooked outside of Italy.
“Our palettes change with the years; today I'd find the cake, so much anticipated in my youth, overly sweet, and lacking texture.” Cooking with different flours requires patience and experimentation, polenta flour with a grainier texture than wheat, makes a wonderful cake; moist and fresh tasting, lemon polenta cake is a family favourite; served with berries and Greek yoghurt, it’s the perfect accompaniment to an autumn afternoon in the garden. Ingredients • 225 grams softened butter • 225 grams caster sugar 225 grams ground almonds 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract • 3 lightly beaten eggs • Grated rind of two lemons Juice of 1 lemon 110 grams fine Polenta 1 teaspoon gluten free baking powder • Pinch of salt 23cm cake tin To serve Cooked berries Sour cream, or Greek yoghurt
Method: • Preheat oven to 160 degree C • Brush cake tin with melted butter and flour tin with rice flour. • In a large mixing bowl beat the butter until pale and soft, add the sugar and beat again until light and creamy. • Stir in ground almonds and vanilla extract. • Add the eggs, one at a time, and beat thoroughly between additions. • Fold in the lemon juice and rind, polenta, baking powder and salt. • Pour mixture into a prepared tin and bake for about 60 to 80 minutes until the top of the cake is a deep golden brown and a skewer inserted into the centre comes out clean. • Remove from the cake tin and allow to cool on a wire rack. Serve in slices with berries and sour cream. John Ridley is a Bahrain based journalist, writer and broadcaster, visit his web site at www.johnridley.nu August 2014 | Bahrain Confidential | 117
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Thursday Night Brunch Savour the lavish spread of salads at the salad bar, Mediterranean light starters, or stop at the fresh shrimp’s station to get your taste buds working. Enjoy unlimited beverages as the resident DJ puts you in the mood to party. BD22++ per person, including unlimited beverages from 7.30pm to 11pm at the Gallery Lobby Lounge. Monday’s Seafood Night Dive into a selection of popular and traditional fresh seafood dishes. On the buffet will be a vast range of aquatic delicacies, from sushi, sashimi, seafood dim sum, dumplings and tempura, oysters, slipper lobster and tiger prawns to popular fish like hammour or red snapper. BD18.2++ per person or opt for the Seafood Night “plus” BD22.3++ per person, including unlimited beverages from 7pm to 11pm at Silk’s Restaurant.
InterContinental Regency Bahrain • Fun & healthy children’s new menu now available. • Noor Lounge offers smoothies & Ice Cream Sandwich promotion daily. • Enjoy Quick Bite Healthy Foods including baby spinach and raspberry salad at Noor Lounge, daily.
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Indian Independence Day Brunch Enjoy the wonderful flavours of India at Baharat on 15th August from 12.30 pm to 4.00 pm for BD20++ with soft drinks and water, BD30++ with selected free-flow beverages, kids 6 to 12 years half price and kids below 6 years free.
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Friday Family Fun Brunch Enjoy a delicious spread of international classics, modern fusions and delightfully fresh flavours at Baharat’s Friday brunch. Every Friday from 12.30 pm to 4.00 pm for BD20++ with soft drinks and water, BD30++ with selected free-flow beverages, kids 6 to 12 years half price and kids below 6 years free.
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Meal Offers • Business Lunch at Medzo for BD7.5 from 12.30pm to 3.30pm from Sunday to Thursday • 4-course steak dinner at Legendz SteakHouse with wine pairing for BD22++ on Tuesday. • 9-course steak brunch at Legendz SteakHouse starting from BD21++ on Friday from 11.30 am to 3.30 pm
Friday Brunch At the end of a busy week, relax with friends and family at Mövenpick’s various outlets and enjoy an international selection of dishes and desserts in the Friday Brunch served from 12.30pm to 4.00pm. BD31 net per person with free unlimited selected beverages. 50 per cent off for children from 6 to 12 years and less than 6 years eat for free at the Gallery Lobby Lounge & Silk’s Restaurant. For bookings call, Tel. +973 1746 0017 or email hotel.bahrain.fb@moevenpick.com
Unlock Middle Eastern Cuisine Take an aromatic Arabian journey at Baharat and savour the many flavours of Middle East - from Morocco to Lebanon and Syria to Bahrain, daily from 7.30 pm till 11.00 pm. Price depends on selection.
Eat Well at Saveur Enjoy a sumptuous buffet lunch – soup & salad/soup & main course – either for BD10 net only, or the full lunch buffet for BD16 net where you can select from the main course buffet, make your own salad and sandwich and taste the lavish dessert buffet. A la Carte available at dinner time – price depends on selection. When: 1st, 2nd and 3rd days of Eid, Lunch 1pm to 4pm and dinner 7pm to 11pm Seafood Night at Saveur Enjoy the weekly seafood buffet night at Saveur. Interact with chefs at open cooking stations too, every Wednesday from 700 pm to 11pm for BD20 net including selected soft drinks and water. Children aged 6 to 12 years eat for half price and kids below 6 years eat for free. Tasters at Boudoir The Westin introduces all you can eat bite-sized selection of delicious items from Boudoir’s exclusive menu for BD10 net only, to accompany premium selection of beverages and the finest cigars. When: 1st, 2nd and 3rd days of Eid from 5pm to 2am For bookings call, Tel. +973 1717 1144 or email: restaurants.BCC@starwoodhotels.com
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Elite Resort & Spa Paelleras Night Where: Al Noor Tent When: Every Wednesday 7.30pm onwards Price BD12 net per person only buffet dinner Thursday Night Grills Where: Waikiki When: 7.30pm onwards Price: BD12 per person Friday Family Brunch Where: Pool side When: Friday noon Price: BD12 for adults/BD6 for kids under 11 years
Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq Thalassa Sea & Spa New Arabic Brunch Enjoy an exquisite Arabian Cuisine at Saraya, created by a team of 4 dedicated Arabic Chefs from Bahrain, Morocco, Lebanon and Syria, and covering Arabian specialties including both breakfast and lunch cuisine. Prices are set to BD18 net per person inclusive of soft beverages or BD22 net per person inclusive of selected house beverages with timings from 12.30pm to 3.30pm.
For bookings call, Tel. +973 1731 3333
Elite Grande Hotel H2O Lounge Unwind at H20 lounge in an atmosphere of complete tranquility on the roof top by the pool, overlooking the most lively Seef district and busy shopping malls. Drop by every Thursday, Friday and Saturday and savor a scrumptious salad buffet, accompanied by live grills stations serving hot barbeques, shawarmas and Saj, finishing off with a mouthwatering dessert buffet. It could be the perfect weekend gathering or any day of the week to break your daily routine! • Business Lunch at Julio’s Restauranté & Café daily, from 12.30pm to 3.30pm for BD4.9 ++, inclusive of soft drinks.
Seasons of France Summer Enjoy a taste of France every Thursday at Saraya restaurant from 12.30 to 3.30pm for BD18 net inclusive of soft beverages and BD22 net inclusive of selected house beverages. Ayam Zamam “Old Days” Enjoy fine Arabic cuisine, live music, belly dancing and hospitality at Pashawat every Thursday from 7pm to 1am. Italian Night Serata Italiana will happen every Monday at Saraya and Fiamma from 7pm to 10.30pm for BD18 net per person inclusive of two selected house beverages. For bookings call, Tel. +973 1763 6363
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New Menu at La Mer The lunch time offering will include a selection of fresh fish with restaurant guests being free to enjoy the fish of their choice or select with the expert guidance of one of La Mer’s Chefs. A’la carte menu also available. From 12.30 to 3.00pm, Thursday to Saturday.
Chill Out Saturday Where: Waikiki When: 730pm onwards Price: BD9 per person
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Figs & Olives • Breakfast – Daily – BD12++ per person – 6.30 to 10am • High Tea – Daily – Classic High Te BD8.5++/Deluxe BD15++ - 3 to 6pm • Daily Specials – Sunday to Thursday lunch and dinner at Figs & Olives for BD9++
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Ramee Grand Hotel & Spa • Business Lunch at Ruka for BD10 net, daily from 12.30 to 3pm • BBQ Night at Rialto with live music every Wednesday from 7pm to 11pm for BD15++adults and BD7++kids • Friday Family Brunch at Lemon Tree for BD15++adults and BD7++kids from noon to 4pm every Friday • Seafood Buffet for BD12++adults and BD6++kids every Thursday from 7pm to 11pm • Business Lunch at Swaad-e-Rasoi from BD6 net – veg and non veg options available For bookings call, Tel. +973 1711 1971 Rasoi
Le Sauvage and Le Domain [34] • A very grown-up brunch – Friday – 12pm to 4pm – BD19++ • All you can eat Sauvage BBQ rib night – Wednesday & Thursday – BD12++ per person
For bookings call, Tel. +973 1753 3533 Please be aware that timings and offers are likely to change. It is advised to call up in advance.
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gastro & nightlife
Ritz-Carlton Bahrain, Hotel & Spa Business Set Lunch Enjoy business lunch at Primavera from Sunday to Thursday, noon to 3 pm for BD10, subject to 15 per cent service charge and 5 per cent government levy Tini Tuesdays Every Tuesday evening, ladies are invited to Thai for complimentary martinis all night long, with a live DJ. Sushi Wednesdays Enjoy a special offer on sushi platters at Thai every Wednesday from 6 to 11pm for BD17 net.
Chill Out Thursdays Every Thursday evening catch the latest grooves from DJ Sami and dance the night away at Thai from 7pm to 1am.
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Lunch Express La Med is the perfect place to unwind during a short lunch break. The three-course menu offers you starters from the salad buffet, a main course to choose from - either the “Catch of the Day” or a dish from the La Rotisserie station - and a dessert. Noon to 3.30 p.m. from Saturday through Thursday for BD 9.5 per person subject to 15 per cent service charge and 5 per cent government levy. For more information, please contact +973 1758 6499
Up All Night Mövenpick Hotels & Resort New Band! The European band “Alive Star” will perform live, the best European and billboard music hits. The duo Ryszard Andrzej and Margorzata Beata Okrasiak are sure to liven up your evening and they honour song requests! Get your friends along from 8.30pm onwards, Sunday to Friday at Flamingo Bar & Lounge. For bookings call, Tel. +973 1746 0017 or email hotel.bahrain.fb@moevenpick.com
InterContinental Regency Bahrain • Try the new cocktail concoctions at Downtown every Wednesday free of charge for ladies from 9 to 12 pm. • Downtown Bar’s new band evolver, daily performance from 8.45pm onwards, daily except Monday. • Pyrokiss, new DJ at Elements will perform daily except Sunday from 9pm onwards. Ladies’ Nights • Happy Hour 30 per cent discount, daily from 4pm to 8pm at Downtown
• Jam Night every Sunday with the resident band and receive a complimentary drink. Winner receives a special prize! From 9pm to 12am at Downtown. • Wine Tasting Night every Monday for BD10++ from 6pm to 12am at Elements Pool & Lounge. • Challenge the Bartender every Tuesday - try 5 different shots for BD10++ from 6pm-12am at Elements Pool & Lounge. • Ladies Night every Wednesday from 9pm to 12am at Downtown where ladies receive 3 selected complimentary beverages. • Russian Night every Wednesday from 6pm to 12am at Elements Pool & Lounge. 50 per cent off for ladies.
Le Meridien Nine Hours of Happiness Enjoy the longest Happy Hour on the island in Bizarre Lounge. Sip on one signature beverages and enjoy another FREE from Saturday to Thursday. Bizarre Weekends Every weekend, put on your dancing shoes as Bizarre Lounge steps up the tempo, with DJ Mysterioo Arif spinning the hottest house, techno and electro infused tunes. Wednesday to Friday from 9pm to 2am. Entry is FREE! For bookings call, Tel. +973 1717 4401
• Buy one and get one for free for all drinks every Thursday from 6pm to 9pm at Elements Pool & Lounge. • Vodka Night every Thursday where ladies receive 3 selected complimentary shots from 9pm to 12am at Downtown. • Elements Happy Hour daily. 2 beverages and 1 snack at BD10++ from 6pm to 9pm at Elements Pool & Lounge. • Cosmopolitan Night every Saturday where ladies receive selected unlimited beverages from 9pm to 12am at Downtown. For bookings call, Tel. +973 1722 7777
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Elite Resort & Spa Shift 7 • Ladies Night every day except Thursday • Karaoke night every Saturdays For bookings call, Tel. +973 1731 3333
The Westin Mezzanine Lounge Launches Ladies Lounge Mezzanine Lounge new concept promises to reward all the charming ladies who love to stop by Mezzanine after a successful shopping spree at the mall. Grab a few friends and order any four main course items from the menu and get a complimentary bottle of bubbly to go with your food – offer daily from 11pm to 1am! For the men, Happy Hour is on daily, except Fridays, from 6.00pm to 8.00pm, when both ladies and gents can buy a signature cocktail and enjoy the second one for free. Price depends on selection. For bookings call, Tel. +973 1717 1144 or email: restaurants.BCC@starwoodhotels.com
Elite Seef Residence & Hotel Happy-Hours daily from 11am to 5pm except on days of events/functions For bookings call, Tel. +973 1758 3388
Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq Thalassa Sea & Spa Happy Hour Enjoy the daily two for the price of one special on selected beverages, daily at Amber Bar from 5 to 7pm For bookings call, Tel. +973 1763 6363
Elite Grande Hotel • Happy Hour daily from 4 to 8pm at a 20 per cent discount on any alcoholic beverages • Retro Night every Saturday at Zodiac Lounge from 8pm to 2am • Bubbly Night every Monday and ladies enjoy selected unlimited drinks from 8pm to 2am • Drink & sing Karaoke Night every Wednesday & Friday from 8pm to 2am. Free round for the best voice – Arabic, English, Tagalog and Indian. For bookings call, Tel. +973 1756 5888
Ramee Grand Hotel & Spa • Ladies Night at Ibrida every Tuesday and Friday from 9pm to 2am. Free selected beverages for ladies all night.
• Bankers Night every Wednesday at Red Lions from 7.30pm onwards. Special offer for bankers. For bookings call, Tel. +973 1711 1971
Elite Crystal Hotel Finesse Nights at Klub 360 Enjoy unlimited complementary beverages for ladies all night long every Sunday and Wednesday. One lucky winner wins a luxury prize every Sunday and Wednesday. Finesse members – ladies can apply for their finesse membership card (for fee) and receive the following benefits: 20 per cent discount on your bill any day of the week at KLUB 360, LC Lounge and Bora Bora pool side lounge. For bookings call, Tel. +973 1736 0300
The Domain Bahrain Txoko • Cabin Crew Nights – Sunday & Friday • Sunset Monday - 2 drinks for the price of 1, 5.30 to 7.30pm. • Domanista! Wednesday – ladies receive a complimentary bottle of bubbly from 9 to 11pm. • Saturday Happy Hours – 50 per cent off selected beverages from 6 to 9pm • Cigar Lounge – Save 20% of your bill daily between 6 to 9pm. For bookings call, Tel. + 973 1600 0222
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lifestyle
HOROSCOPES Aries
March 21st-April 20th
It’s an ideal time to get away from it all! Cut yourself some slack and enjoy your well deserved ‘me-time’ and yes, have the confidence to plan your trip alone!
Taurus
April 21st-May 21st
Saturn at opposition in Scorpio during August is ideally placed to improve your work and career chances. Develop major networking connections to improve the odds for a promotion.
Gemini
May 22nd-June 21st
Take full charge of your destiny and don’t rely on someone else. You have allowed too many chances to pass by you; this time make things work to your advantage.
Cancer
June 22nd-July 23rd
Some people don’t know when to shut up! Add this to the negative alignments at opposition with Cancer and the odds are you will be at the receiving end. Stay cool and trust karma!
Leo
July 24th-August 23rd
August doesn’t promise exceptional relational development. If you haven’t been able to go on holiday this month could be professionally fruitful. Have more rest, keep calm and drive safely!
Scorpio
October 24thNovember 22nd
A long distance relationship is on the cards and intimacy may take a new turn. There will be quite some pressure at work. Your morale won’t be great either.
Sagittarius
November 23rdDecember 21st
You will feel attracted to partners that make you admire them by their cultural knowledge or spiritual potential. You’ll be lucky though to receive money. Be modest!
Virgo
August 24thSeptember 23rd
This is a pretty romantic month, Virgo. You will face issues of a material nature and be determined to find solutions to some problems. Avoid potentially risky situations!
Capricorn
December 22ndJanuary 20th
Chances are you will find your soul mate. When possible, you’ll use your personal charm, diplomacy and connections. You’ll have a very good ability to investigate.
Libra
September 24thOctober 23rd
Don’t allow yourself to get carried away by feelings and become insecure. You’ll show a lot of ambition and determination. Love, fun, creation and hobbies will help you unwind.
Dustin Hoffman as Focker Senior with his pet Moses in Meet The Fockers
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Most of us will never forget the Dustin Hoffman multi-starrer, ‘Meet The Fockers’. Hoffman played the role of a goofy, Jewish father who celebrates his son’s mediocrity. Hoffman celebrates his birthday on the 8th of this month.
Aquarius
January 21stFebruary 19th
Mercury will support communication. Finances and health looks bright. Take advantage of this month to improve your sentimental life!
Pisces
February 20thMarch 20th
Venus in Cancer will bring chance in love, will lend you sensuality and romanticism. Here is a profitable month but be careful with money!
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BAHRAIN RESTAURANT GUIDE
Bahrain Confidential’s Favourite
American Bennigan’s 1781 3750 Al Safir Hotel, Juffair Blaze Burgers 1774 4773 Adliya, 11am to 12am Brasa de Brazil 1758 2225 Seef Mall, 12pm to 11pm Burger Lounge 3984 2840 Amwaj, 12pm to 12am Burger Wisconsin 1759 4458 Sa’ar, 11am to 12am Chickey’s 1774 4144 Zinj & 2 other locations, 10am to 1am Chilli’s 1758 1221 Seef Mall and many other locations Downtown Bar 1722 7777 InterContinental Regency Bahrain, 4pm to 2am. Elevation Burger 1758 7828 Seef Mall, 12pm to 11pm Fat Burger 1713 1414 Bahrain City Centre & 2 other locations 9am to 1am Franks a Lot 1781 1970 Juffair, 10am to 1am Fuddruckers 1774 2266 Adliya & 4 other locations, 8am to 12am Grub Shack 1713 1363 Al Hamala Hard Rock Café 1729 1569 Exhibition Road, 8am to 1am Jan Burger 1771 2505 Adliya & 5 other locations Johnny Rockets 1756 6565 Al A’ali Complex & 1 other location 8.30am to 1am Melt Restaurant 1749 9900 Shaikh Hamad Avenue, West Riffa & Juffair, a place to sit back and enjoy great burgers, freshly tossed salads, sumptuous sweets, and much more! 11am to 12am Ric’s Kountry Kitchen 1772 5550 Juffair Tony Luke’s 1749 4940 Riffa, 11am to 12am Tony Roma’s 1787 0070 Zayed Town, 12.30pm to 1am
Asian Baan Saeng Thai Adliya, 11.30am to 3pm/6pm to 12am
Bali Orchid 1718 0424 Gudaibiya, 12pm to 12am
A Lounge 1771 0041 Adliya, 11am to 2am
Chin Li 1771 7717 Adliya, 12pm to 3pm/6.30pm to 11.30pm
Al Riwaq Café 1771 7441 Adliya, 10am to 9pm
Curry Country 1753 7555 Juffair, 11am to 2am
Aroma Restaurant & Café 1758 2711 Seef Mall, Open for lunch and dinner
David’s Stir Fry 1754 0188 Adliya & 1 other location 12pm to 3pm/6.30pm to 11.30pm
Café Ceramique Al A’ali Mall, 9am to 11pm
Dajajio Chicken 1732 3244 Oasis Center, Muharraq Honey’s 3923 8507 Souq, Sunday to Wednesday 10am to 5.30pm/ Friday to Saturday 24 Hours
Café Lilou 1771 4440 Adliya & 1 other location Saturday to Thursday 8am to 11pm/ Friday 10am to 11.30pm
BUSHIDO
The Way of the Warrior For reservations, call Tel. +973 17583555 or email: bushido@bushido.com.bh
Café T 1775 0777 The Royal Golf Club
Skyw@lk Café Marriott Executive Apartments, Juffair 6.30am to 11.30pm
Café Sayah 1722 4000 Delmon International Hotel, Open 24 Hours
Tea Club Amwaj Islands 12pm to 12am
Kontiki Restaurant 1753 1666 Diplomt Radisson Blu
Candles Coffee 1771 4844 Adliya, Sunday to Thursday 9am to 1am/ Friday & Saturday 5pm to 1am
Tea Garden 1711 1999 Ramee Grand Hotel & Spa, 7am to 11pm
Mamy Soup 3919 5343 Exhibition Road, 11am to 11pm
Caramel 1770 7087 Cyprus Gardens, Budaiya, 8.30am to 12am
Monsoon 1774 9222 Adliya, Saturday to Thursday 12pm to 2.30pm/7pm to 11pm & Friday 7pm to 11pm
Columbus Café 1717 2324 Bahrain City Centre, 8am to 12am
Hot Wok 1717 8083 Bahrain City Centre, 10am to 12am
Nu Asia 1758 7171 Seef, 12pm to 12am Pan Asia 1772 1600 Umm Al Hassam, 11am to 3.30pm/7pm to 11pm Peppers Fusion 1771 7808 Adliya, 11am to 3.30pm/6pm to 12am Pong’s 1753 0800 Exhibition Road
Crepe Café 7711 5566 Budaiya & 1 other location Sunday to Wednesday 8am to 12am/ Thursday to Saturday 8am to 1am Deli France 1769 6031 Jawad Dome, Budaiya Sunday to Thursday 8am to 10pm/ Friday to Saturday 8am to 11pm Dome Café 1781 0180 Juffair, Open 24 Hours
Thai Chi 1717 9747 Bahrain City Centre, 12pm to 12am
Friend’s Club 1771 3732 Adliya, Saturday to Wednesday 10am to 12am/ Thursday to Friday 10am to 1am
Thai Express 1769 3595 Jawad Dome, Budaiya, 10am to 11.30pm
La Maison du Café 1771 7524 Adliya, 8am to 2am
Thailand 1771 7040 Block 338, Adliya, 6.30pm to 11.30pm
Le Chocolat 1711 1144 Seef District 7.30am to 12am
The Noodle House 1766 6353 Seef Mall
Brazilian Brazil 1782 6686 Adliya. Authentic Brazilian Rodizio. All you can eat + beverages BD16.2++, Friday Brunch BD21++
Cafés Al Bindaira Café 1774 4066 Adliya, Monday to Thursday 10.30am to 12.30am and Friday 1pm to 1am Al Bareh Art Café 1771 3535 Adliya, 8.30am to 11pm
Levante Café 1603 0393 Amwaj, 12pm to 1.30am Maya Chocolat Seef Mall, Sunday to Wednesday 10am to 11pm/ Friday to Saturday 10am to 12am Med Café 1771 3088 Adliya and other locations, 11am to 1am Organic Foods & Café 1333 3285 Seef Mall, 9am to 10pm Patisseri Valerie MODA Mall, 7.30am to 9pm PAUL Bakery & Restaurant 1717 2321 Bahrain City Centre and 1 other location
To be included, email: info@ArabianMagazines.com or call +973 1782 2368.
Veranda 1771 5868 Adliya and 2 other locations, 9am to 1am Waterlemon 1758 1785 Al A’ali Shopping Complex 10am to 11pm
Chinese Beijing Chinese 1771 7969 Block 338, Adliya, 11.30am to 3pm/6pm to 12am China Express 1771 7439 Adliya,12.30pm to 1am China Garden 1774 6423 Gulf Hotel, 12pm to 3pm/7pm to 11pm Ching 1756 4424 Seef Mall, 10am to 12am First Chinese 1771 3603 Adliya, 12pm to 3.30pm/6pm to 12am Foli 1772 2199 Um Al Hassam, 12pm to 3pm/6.30pm to 11.30pm Hong Kong 1772 8700 Adliya Kowloon 1772 5015 Umm Al Hassam,1am to 3.30pm/6.30pm to 12am Magic Wok 1769 4105 American Alley, Juffair, Open Daily 8am to 11pm PF Changs 1717 9757 Bahrain City Centre Shanghai Hut 1729 2988 Exhibition Avenue 11.30am to 2am Soie 1753 3533 Sheraton Hotel
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BAHRAIN RESTAURANT GUIDE MAKI
Fantasy Restaurant 1729 2382 Hoora, 11am to 12am Georgia Chinese 1781 3814 Juffair, 11am to 12am Grand Royal 1772 1787 Umm Al Hassam, 12.30pm to 3.30pm/6.30pm to 1130pm
A Culinary Haven! Located at the Bahrain World Trade Centre. For more information, call Tel. +973 1752 2733
Grill Room Buffet 1769 6660 Budaiya & 1 other location 12.30pm to 3.30pm/6.30pm to 11.30pm Havana 1731 1440 Hoora, 12pm to 1am
Chocolatiers Godiva 1758 0699 Seef Mall, 10am to 10pm Patchi 1725 0501 Manama and 1 other location, 9.30am to 9pm Rawasi Chocola & Flowers Mahooz, 9am to 1.30pm/4pm to 9pm
House Boat 1601 0321 Amwaj, 11am to 11.30pm JJ’s Irish Pub and Restaurant 1774 2323 Adliya, 12pm to 230am Marmaris 1755 3825 Al Daih, 11am to 12am
Fusion
Paprikas 1729 7100 Hoora & 1 other location, 10am to 1am
Al Osra 1749 1492 East Riffa & 3 other locations, 11am to 12am
Paradise 1753 5306 Manama, 9am to 1am
Atayeb Restaurant 1759 0119 Budaiya, 12pm to 4pm/6pm to 11pm
Salt & Pepper 1762 3535 Sanad, 10am to 12am
Block 338 1771 0338 Adliya, 11am to 2am
Saraya 1763 6410 Sofitel Bahrain, 6.30am to 11pm
Bangkok International 1774 0666 Adliya & 1 other location, 10am to 1am
Silk Restaurant 1774 9750 Adliya, 11am to 12pm
Blue Moon 1729 7100 Hoora, 10am to 1am
Spice Nice 1771 3603 Adliya, 12pm to 3.30pm/6pm to 12am
Bu Ali 1724 2432 Zinj & 2 other locations, 10am to 12am
Sun & Sand 1731 1366 Exhibition Avenue, 11am to 2am
Camelot 1771 7745 Adliya, Block 338 12pm to 12am
Tandoor Hut 1771 3874 Adliya, 11am to 1130pm
Caesars 1771 6955 Adliya, 12.30pm to 3pm/6.30pm to 11.45pm Century International 1771 0100 Adliya & 1 other location 7am to 2am Charcoal Grill 1721 3410 Manama & 1 other location Clay Oven 1771 7008 Adliya, 11.30am to 3pm/ 6.30pm to 11.30pm Citrus Restaurant & Café 1774 4950 Adliya, 12pm to 12am Deja Vu 1365 7770 Adliya, 4pm to 2am
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Asha’s 1717 9751 Bahrain City Centre Bright Candle 1722 9076 Manama, 11am to 3pm/6pm to 12am Charminar 1726 1896 Manama, 11am to 3pm/6pm to 12am Clay Oven 1771 7008 Adliya, 11.30am to 3pm/6.30pm to 11.30pm Copper Chimney 1772 8699 Um Al Hassam, 12pm to 3pm/7pm to 12am Curry Tree 1603 0662 The Lagoon & 2 other locations, 12pm to 12am Hyderabad House 1772 0031 Umm Al Hassam, 12pm to 3pm/7pm to 12am
Bahrain Confidential’s Favourite
Nirvana 1758 9318 Ritz Carlton Bahrain Hotel & Spa 12pm to 3.30pm/7pm to 11.30pm Papadom 1756 4434 Seef Mall, 10am to 12am Rajdhani 1771 5222 Gudaibiya, 7am to 2am Rasoi 1711 1999 Ramee Grand Hotel & Spa, 6.30pm to 2am Saffron Curry 1722 3014 Enma Mall, 12pm to 12am Sahar 1772 5117 Umm Al Hassam, 8am to 12am Sangeetha 1727 2768 Gudaibiya, 7.30am to 3pm/5.30pm to 11pm
It’s Mirchi 1772 7230 Ramee International Hotel, 12pm to 3pm/ 7pm to 12am
Shamiana 1717 8085 Bahrain City Centre, 10am to 12am
Kalpaka 1729 7000 Windsor Tower Hotel, 12pm to 3pm/7pm to 2am
Spices 1753 1122 Crowne Plaza, Diplomatic Area, 12pm to 11pm
Khazana 1727 4767 Manama, 7am to 3.30pm/5pm to 12am
Taka Tak 1725 4848 Gudaibiya, 12pm to 3pm/7pm to 11pm
Lanterns 1759 0591 Budaiya, 12pm to 3pm/7pm to 12am Now also open in Adliya
The Great Kebab Factory 1769 0629 Jawad Dome, Budaiya 12pm to 3pm/6.30pm to 12am
Mantra 1721 1133 Best Western Plus Olive Hotel, 12pm to 2am
The Yellow Chilli 1758 0480 Seef Mall, 12pm to 10.30pm
Moti Mahal 1782 5333 Juffair, 12pm to 12am
Vrindavan 1723 4454 Manama, 7am to 3.30pm/4.30pm to 11pm
Mumbai Spice Bahrain Mall, 10am to 10pm
International
Nattinpuram 1729 0600 Ramee Baisan Hotel, 12pm to 12 am
Al Waha Restaurant 1774 6425 Gulf Hotel, Adliya, Open 24 Hours
Dome Café
Tapas Bar 1763 6412 Sofitel Bahrain, 11.30am to 3.30pm/7pm to 12am The Food Station 1725 4007 Marina Mall & 2 other locations, 10am to 10pm Trader Vic’s 1758 6555 Ritz-Carlton Hotel & Spa 12pm to 3.30pm/7.30pm to 11.30am
Indian Aachi’s Chettinand Kitchen 1723 3110 Gudaibiya, 10.30am to 3.30pm/ 5.30pm to 1130pm Akbar 1729 6660 Ramada Palace Hotel 12pm to 3pm/7pm to 12.30am
Choose from a range of mouthwatering soups, salads, sandwiches, main course and desserts. Dôme Juffair: +973 1781 0180 Dôme Seef: +973 1758 1824 Dôme Riffa: +973 1700 2221
To be included, email: info@ArabianMagazines.com or call +973 1782 2368.
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BAHRAIN RESTAURANT GUIDE
Bahrain Confidential’s Favourite
Rimal 1784 5000 Al Areen Palace & Spa, 6.30am to 11pm
Italiano 1758 1919 Al A’ali Complex, 11.45am to 11pm
Salad Boutique 3666 4427 Adliya, 8am to 12am
La Pergola 1771 3000 Gulf Hotel
Café Marisol 1770 1201 Al Bander Hotel & Resort, 7am to 11.30pm
Selections 1722 7777 InterContinental Regency Hotel 6.30am to 11.30pm
Little Caesars 1717 9400 Bahrain City Centre & 4 other locations 11am to 12am
Cyprus Taverna 1771 6316 Adliya, 11am to 2pm/4pm to 2am
Silk’s 1746 0000 Mövenpick Hotel
DownTown Lounge 1720 8308 InterContinental Regency Hotel, 5pm to 2am
Tamarind 1784 5000 Al Areen Palace & Spa Wednesday to Saturday 12pm to 3pm/ 6pm to 11.30pm & Sunday to Tuesday 12pm to 3pm
Margherita Pizza & Pasta 1772 3133 Umm Al Hassam, 12.30pm to 3.30pm/ 5.30pm to 12.30am
Al Wasmeyah Restaurant 1753 5000 Golden Tulip Hotel, Diplomatic Area Open 24 Hours Bambino 1753 3336 Sheza Tower Hotel, 24 Hours
East West Cuisine 1721 0012 Bahrain Financial Harbour, 8am to 5pm Figs & Olives 1600 0000 The Domain Bahrain, 10am to 12am Fusions 1771 3000 Gulf Hotel Ginger Lounge 1737 0037 Majestic Arjaan by Rotana, 6.30am to 11.30pm Healthy Calorie 1736 9399 Juffair, 8am to 12pm Jim’s Restaurant 1771 0654 Adliya, 11am to 3pm/6pm to 12am La Fontaine Centre of Contemporary Arts 1771 3000 Ras Ruman, 9am to 10.30pm La Med 1758 0000 The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain Hotel & Spa Le Bistro 1722 7777 InterContinental Regency Hotel
MASSO 1772 1061 The Palace Hotel, 12pm to 3pm/7pm to 11.30pm
The Gallery 1746 0000 Mövenpick Hotel
Medzo 1722 7777 InterContinental Regency Hotel Open for lunch and dinner
Upstairs Downstairs 1771 3093 Adliya, 7am to 11am/12pm to 3pm/7pm to 12am
Metro Pizza 1779 4000 Sa’ar, 12pm to 12am
Vins Bistro 1771 7101 Adliya, 10am to 2am
Mia Mia 1756 4414 Seef Mall, 10am to 12am
Yamin Jana Mediterranean Sea Front Lounge 1603 3800 Dragon Hotel & Resort, Amwaj Open 2pm onwards
Mino’s 1774 4777 Adliya, 11am to 12.30am
Zodiac Restaurant 1781 3366 Al Manzil Suites, Juffair, Open 24 hours All day dining offering a wide selection and panoramic views of Juffair from the 15th floor. Zoe 1771 6400 Adliya, Block 338, Saturday to Tuesday, 12pm to 3pm/7pm to 12am & Wednesday to Friday 12pm to 3pm/7pm to 2am Zytoun 1729 8008 Novotel Al Dana Resort 6.30am to 12am
Mondo Restaurant 1753 1666 Diplomat Radisson Blu Ninos 1756 6555 Al A’ali Complex, Seef Pasta Art 1700 1750 Zamil Tower, 8am to 6pm Pastarito 1717 9300 Bahrain City Centre & Durrat Al- Bahrain 11am to 12am
Lemon Tree 1711 1999 Ramee Grand Hotel & Spa, 6.30am to 11.30am
Italian
Pick a Pizza 1772 0929 Umm Al Hassam & 1 other location 12pm to 1am
Links Restaurant 1775 0777 The Royal Golf Club
BICE 1755 3666 MODA Mall, 12pm to 3pm/7pm to 11.30pm
Pizza Express 1601 0524 The Lagoon Amwaj, 11am to 12am
Little Chef 1759 5950 Budiaya, 12pm to 12am
Café Spasso 1782 2274 New Zinj, Open 830am onwards
Pizza Hut 1771 1113 Manama & 10 other locations, 11am to 1am
Mei N Yu 1601 0160 The Lagoon, 12pm to 3pm/6.30pm to 12am
Café Italia 1774 4774 Adliya and 1 other location 12pm to 3.30pm/7pm to 11.30pm
Pizza Inn 1781 1666 Juffair & 1 other location, 10am to 12am
Muju Restaurant & Lounge 1603 9800 Open 24 Hours Nando’s 1782 5100 Juffair, 11am to 2am Prego 1775 1263 The Royal Golf Club, 11.30am to 12am Primavera 1758 0000 Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain Hotel & Spa 12pm to 3pm/7pm to 11pm Rendezvous 1758 7708 Seef Mall, 12pm to 3pm/7pm to 11pm
Carino’s Italian Grill 1758 7878 Seef Tower, 11am to 12am Coco’s Café 1771 3710 Adliya, 12pm to 3pm/7pm to 11pm Cucina Italiana 1700 1317 Al Safir Hotel, Juffair, 6am to 2am Fiamma 1763 6363 Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq Thalassa Sea & Spa 12.30pm to 3pm/7pm to 11pm Gusto Pizzeria 1769 5556 Budaiya,12pm to 11pm
Pizza Bella 1782 7133 Juffair & 1 other location, 11.30am to 11.30pm Pizza Company 1781 1830 Juffair & 1 other location, Open 24 Hours Pomodorino 1700 0121 Adliya, 12pm to 1am Prego 1775 1263 The Royal Golf Club, 11.30am to 12am Primavera 1758 0000 Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain Hotel & Spa 12pm to 3pm/7pm to 11pm
To be included, email: info@ArabianMagazines.com or call +973 1782 2368.
MEISEI
A Story of Honour, Elegance and Integrity For reservations, call Tel. +973 1700 7770
Rialto 1711 1999 Ramee Grand Hotel & Spa, 12pm to 11.30pm Rolandos 7732 2222 Juffair 12pm to 12am Roma 1772 5885 Um Al Hassam, 12pm to 2.30pm/7pm to 11.30pm Vapiano 1749 1391 Bahrain City Centre, 10am to 10pm Wood Pizza Pasta 1746 3003 Hidd Mall
Japanese Bushido 1758 3555 Seef, 12pm to 3pm/7pm to 2am EDO 1729 0945 Exhibition Avenue, 11,30am to 12am Fuji Sushi Bar 1753 3336 Sheza Tower Hotel,12.30pm to 12am Frangipani 1758 2422 Seef Mall, 10am to 12am Haji Sushi 1772 5638 American Alley, Juffair, 11am to 11pm Imari 1600 0000 The Domain Bahrain, 6pm to 12am Kei 1753 5000 Golden Tulip Hotel, 12.30pm to 3pm/ 7.30pm to 11pm Maki 1752 2733 MODA Mall, 12pm to 12am Meisei 1700 7770 Adliya, 12pm to 3pm/7pm to 12am Mirai 1771 3113 Adliya, 12pm to 3pm/7pm to 11pm Ruka 1711 1999 Ramee Grand Hotel & Spa, 12.30pm to 2am Sato 1771 3000 Gulf Hotel
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BAHRAIN RESTAURANT GUIDE MAI-TAI
Aloha Life! Located at Ritz-Carlton Bahrain Hotel and Spa For more information, call Tel. +973 1758 6555
Chakmagia 1755 8500 Dana Mall, 10am to 10pm
Tarwe’a 1724 0046 Manama, Open 24 Hours
Dalaona Restaurant 1733 0930 Muharraq, 9am to 12am
Taza 1778 4997 Tubli, 12.30pm to 12.30am
Fakhruddin 1769 5949 Sa’ar, 11am to 11pm
Takht-e Jamsheed 1774 6431 Gulf Hotel, 12pm to 3pm/7pm to 11pm
Brazil 1782 6686 Adliya, 12pm to 3pm/6pm to 11pm
Golestan 1753 3533 Sheraton Hotel Sunday to Friday 12.30pm to 2.30pm/7.30pm to 11.30pm
Wafi Gormet 1779 999 Bahrain City Centre, 9am to 12.30pm
Butcher’s Shop & Grill 1717 2323 Bahrain City Centre, 12pm to 11pm
Yalla Yalla 1782 7999 Al Safir Hotel, 6.30pm to 3pm/7pm to 11pm
Klouds 1736 0000 The K Hotel, 6.30am to 2am
Yamin Jana 1600 3380 The Dragon Hotel & Resort, 7am to 2am
Legendz Steakhouse 1722 7777 InterContinental Regency Hotel Open for lunch and dinner
Isfahani 1755 0567 Hoora and other locations, 12pm to 12am
Sumo Sushi & Bento 1771 8090 American Alley, Juffair, 12pm to 12am
Kenza 1736 0000 The K Hotel, 7pm to 2am
Sushi 101 1782 2274 New Zinj Saturday to Thursday, 12pm to 3pm/6pm onwards & Friday 1pm to 4pm/7pm onwards
Kosebasi 1717 2322 Bahrain City Centre
Yo Sushi 1758 3373 Al A’ali Complex, Seef Saturday to Wednesday 12pm to 12am/ Thursday to Friday 12pm to 2am
Middle Eastern Al Abraaj 1759 5656 Budaiya and many other locations, 12pm to 12am Al Arisha 1772 5414 Um Al Hassam, 12pm to 3pm/7pm to 12am Al-Bokhari 1731 1186 Hoora & 2 other locations, 12pm to 2am
Laialy Zaman 1729 3097 Fateh Corniche, 11am to 4am
Marmaris 1755 5909 Sanabis, 11am to 12am
Zeitouna 1736 5055 Juffair & 4 other locations, 8am to 12am
Marash 1732 2277 Oasis Center, Muharraq
Mexican
Ponderosa Steakhouse 1758 0552 Seef, 11am to 1am
Casa Mexicana 1771 5521 Adliya, 12pm to 3pm/6pm to 12am
Sizzlers Restaurant 1771 6999 Mansoori Mansions Hotel, Open 24 Hours
Margarita Mexicana 1774 6462 Gulf Hotel, Adliya, 12pm to 3pm/7pm to 11pm
The Meat Co 1774 2080 Block 338 Saturday to Wednesday 12.30pm to 3.30pm/ 7pm to 11.30pm and Thursday to Friday 12.30pm to 12am
Mashawi Lebanese Grill 1733 9014 Muharraq, 12pm to 12am
Al Mukhayam Ramada Palace Hotel 8pm to 1am
Pashawat 1763 6413 Sofitel Bahrain, 7pm to 12am
Al Shama 1729 7000 Windsor Tower Hotel, 9pm to 2am
Persian 1781 1511 Adliya, 12.30pm to 3.30pm/7.30pm to 12am
Al Yacout 1729 8008 Novotel Al Dana Resort, 8pm to 2am
Persian Room 1601 0166 Amwaj Islands Saturday to Wednesday 12pm to 12am/ Thursday to Friday 12pm to 1am
Carla’s 1769 7687 Cyprus Gardens, Sehla, 12pm to 12am
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L’lle 1784 5000 Al Areen Palace & Spa, 6pm to 11pm
Zayt Zaytoon 1731 2222 Manama & 2 other locations, 7am to 12am
Momo 1718 0659 Adliya, 8am to 2am
Café Blanc 1710 0069 Al A’ali Complex, 8am to 12am
Le Sauvage Meat + Fire 1600 0000 The Domain Bahrain 6.30am to 3pm/6pm to 12am
Leila 1756 6556 Seef, 9am to 12am
Al Hamra 1722 4000 Delmon International Hotel, Open 24 Hours
Baharat 1717 1000 Kempinski Grand & Ixir Hotel, Bahrain City Centre Wednesday to Friday 8pm to 12am
Zahlawiya 1771 0051 Adliya, 7am to 2pm/4pm to 4am
Steak Houses
Leewan Al Khor 1601 0666 Amwaj, 1pm to 11pm
Melh Al Zad 1731 1170 Hoora, 12.30pm to 1am
Badawi 1729 7799 Manama, 10am to 11pm
Yas-e Isfahani 1758 1151 Seef Mall, 10am to 10pm
Waves 1753 1122 Crowne Plaza Hotel, 12pm to 4pm/7pm to 12am
Zahle 1774 6417 Gulf Hotel Monday to Tuesday 7pm to 1am/ Wednesday to Friday 7pm to 2am
Al Fanar 1753 1666 Diplomat Radisson Blu Hotel Open Monday to Saturday 9.30pm to 2am
Abd El Wahab 1713 1111 MODA Mall, 12pm to 12am
Bahrain Confidential’s Favourite
Qasr Al Sultan Grill 1774 4144 Bahrain City Centre & 1 other location 11am to 12am Rayes 1731 2700 Fateh Corniche, 12pm to 1230am Shawarma Express 1772 9922 Juffair & 5 other locations, 7am to 3am Shoo Fee Ma Fee 1731 1280 Adliya, 10am to 12am
Senor Paco’s 1772 5873 Adliya, 12pm to 3pm/6.30pm to 12am
Sea Food Asia Sea Food 1722 4466 Mashtan Hotel, 6am to 11pm Far East Sea Food Market 1772 7230 Ramez International Hotel, Juffair Daily, 12.30pm to 11.30pm Fish Market 1770 1201 Al Bander Hotel and Resort, 12.30pm to 11.30pm La Mer 1763 6411 Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq Thalassa Sea & Spa 7pm to 11pm La Perle 1729 8008 Novotel Al Dana Resort, 7pm to 12am Sea Chef 1729 2911 Hoora, 12pm to 1am
Mezzaluna 1774 2999 Adliya Sunday to Wednesday 7pm to 11pm/ Thursday to Saturday 7pm to 11.30pm Plums 1758 0000 Ritz-Carlton Bahrain Hotel & Spa 7pm to 11.30pm
Thai Banana Leaf 1774 4171 Adliya, 11am to 11pm Hash House 1771 5094 Adliya, 12pm to 4pm/6pm to 12am Muay Thai Quick Meal Restaurant 7704 0454 Juffair, 12pm to 12am Orchid Thai 1729 6660 Ramada Palace Hotel, 12pm to 3pm/7pm to 1am Royal Thai Sea Food Restaurant 1771 3000 Gulf Hotel Shada 1772 1155 Zinj, 11.30am to 3.30pm/6.30pm to 12am
Sheza Seafood Market 1753 3336 Sheza Tower Hotel, Diplomatic Area 12.30pm to 12am
To be included, email: info@ArabianMagazines.com or call +973 1782 2368.
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Sports, Fitness and Kids Creative Kids
Fitness/Aerobics/Spinning
Meditation/Yoga
Al Safir Fitness First The Regency The Diplomat Radisson Blu Curves (Budaiya) Ez Fit Sports Complex Image Spa & Leisure (Sheraton Hotel) The Health Club (Gulf Hotel) Nautilus (Crown Plaza) Sports Club & Spa, Ritz-Carlton Al Gosaibi Gym Ghassan’s Gym (mat and private classes available) La Fontaine Centre World Beat Fitness Centre
Art of Living 3988 8760 Dessange 1771 3999 (Yoga classes offered several times a week) Bahrain Meditation Centre Bahrain 1779 5961 (Wellness Resort) Saturdays and Wednesdays. 7pm to 8.30pm, Mixed yoga classes. Sundays and Tuesdays (Ladies Only), 10am to12pm Bayoga Centre 1772 5027 Daily yoga classes, relaxing yoga and meditation for beginners and advanced students. Herbal Massage Center, Riffa 1749 1958 3977 6882 World Beat Fitness Centre 1761 2576 The Diplomat Radisson Blu 1753 1666 Reiki Master And Teacher Melanie 3933 0911 offers Reiki sessions and courses or www.reikibahrain.com Anubhaa Sharma anurays@yahoo.co.in
1781 3815 1332 2200 1722 7777 1753 1666 1769 1496 1769 2378 1752 4570 1771 3000 1753 0764 1758 9380 1729 3221 1769 5911 1723 0123 1761 2576
Badminton Bapco Club Telgu Kala Samithi The Indian Club
1775 3666 1727 6300 1725 3157
Basketball EZ Fit Sports Complex Bahrain Basketball Association
1769 2378 1774 1010
1770 1201 1775 3666 1782 2077 1775 3666 1729 2313
Cricket EZ Fit Sports Complex Bahrain Rugby Football Club SLC Grounds, Riffa Thursdays, Training 3pm to 5pm
1769 2378 1769 5809 1727 6134
1765 0079
Dance Bahrain Ballet Centre Indian Institute for Performing Arts Latin Dance Bahrain Sampaguita Club Sayaw Unlimited Dance Club Victoria Dance Centre World Beat Fitness Centre Profiles Fitness Centre Pineapple
1769 3232 1723 1717 3967 6349 3910 6589 3982 7096 3987 6215 1761 2576 1772 7766 1771 2000
Football Al Ahli Sports Club Al Hala Sports Club Bahrain Rugby Football Club British Club Dilmun Club EZ Fit Sports Complex Arsenal Soccer School
1727 7712 1734 2182 1769 5809 1772 8245 1769 2986 1769 2378 1756 1615
Golf Awali Club Royal Golf Club
Bahrain Snooker Association Jimmy’s Snooker and Billiards Club
Bahrain Badminton and Squash Federation The Country Club Al Bander Resort Nautilus (Crowne Plaza) The Diplomat Radisson Blu
1782 5301 1771 6147
Swimming Lessons British Club Dilmun Club Ritz Carlton Sports Club The Diplomat Radisson Blu
1753 1165 1745 0000 1778 0011 3944 4137
Martial Arts Japan Karate Association 3944 9628/3667 2204 Profiles Fitness Centre (Boxing for ladies) 1772 7766 Zen-Do 1761 1909 Bahrain Karate Centre 3947 7709 Goju Karate Club 3965 9510 World Beat Fitness Centre 1761 2576 Bahrain Karate-do Academy 3665 7059
1759 3593 1770 1201 1753 0764 1753 1666
Awali Riding Club 1775 6525 Saturdays to Thursdays, 7am to 7pm. Fridays 7am to 6pm. Desert rides. Qualified instructors Bahrain Riding School 1769 0448 Daily rides 4pm to 6pm Dilmun Club 1769 2986 Sundays to Thursdays. 8am to 11am and 3pm to 7.30pm Shakhoora Riding School 1759 1103 Sundays to Thursdays, 8am to 12noon, 3.30pm to 7pm The Country Club 1759 3593 Fridays Horse riding in paddock, 1pm to 4pm Twin Palms Riding Centre 1759 1668
Bahrain Sailing School Coral Beach Club The Marina Club The Sailing Club The Yacht Club Aquatique - Organised pearl diving Al Bander Resort Bahrain Swimming Association Dilmun Club
1729 2313
1729 2662
Horse Riding
Watersports
Ice Skating Funland Centre
1769 5809
Snooker
1775 6770 1775 0777
Go Karting/Racing Rally Town BIC Silver go-Karts (Tubli) Gulf Speed One (Seef)
Bahrain Rugby Football Club
Squash
Cycling Bahrain Cycling Association
Bahrain Rugby Football Club 1769 5809 (Thurs) 4.45pm for girls; (Sun) 7.30pm for women Riffa Views Netball League 3630 6946
Rugby
Bowling Al Bander Hotel & Resort Awali Bowling Centre Bahrain Bowling Association Bapco Club Funland Centre
Netball
1772 8245 1769 2986 1758 0001 1753 1666
1731 0252 1721 2700 1729 1527 1783 6078 1770 0677 1727 1780 1770 1201 1768 0867 1769 0926
Tennis Bahrain Tennis Club 1772 9561 The British Club 1722 8245 The Country Club 1759 3593 Dilmun Club 1769 2986 Gulf Hotel 1771 3000 Marina Club 1729 1527 The Diplomat Radisson Blu 1753 1666 Bahrain Tennis Club 1772 9561/1772 9756 Filipino Club Tennis Group 3952 7587
Where To Go
Art Classes Paint In Space 1762 6232 Chaoss 1759 2096 Dar Albareh 1771 3535/3906 9016 Celebrations 1759 5791 Bahrain Art Society 1759 0551 Indian Institute for Performing Arts 1723 1717 The Studio 3975 4863 Studio Ceramics 1759 9026 Things to Do 1759 0409
Drama Film-making workshops
3600 1777
1756 6566 1769 2378 1761 2576 1759 2096
Libraries Awali Library (BAPCO, Awali) British Club (Times vary) Iqra’s Children’s Library Muharraq)
1775 3666 1772 8245 1732 0955
1740 7300
North of the Shaikh Isa Bin Sulman Highway Fun for all ages, includes a sports camp, groovy town, discovery village and indoor entertainment Children’s Health Academy of Specialised Sports
Chaoss
1759 2096 Swimming, gymnastics, dance and Taekwon-Do for children and teenagers. 1729 3109
Corniche next to Marina Club One hour marine mammal show.
Funland
1729 2313
Corniche next to Marina Club Bowling and Ice Skating everyday.
Hawar Island
1731 1770 Day trips to Hawar Island, boats depart from Ad Dur Jetty at 10am daily
Kid’s Kingdom
Music Lessons Bahrain Music Institute Kindermusik Bahrain Room to Rock
1783 6116
Adhari Park
Dolphin Park
Kids Gyms/Gymnastics My Gym, www.my-gym.com EZ Fit World Beat Fitness Centre Chaoss
Al Areen Wildlife Park
1772 1999 1761 3144/3925 6904 1761 1785
Corniche, next to the Hawar reservation office A small outdoor playground. Good fun for young children. Open until late.
Magic Island Seef Mall
Play Centres Chakazoolu Indoor Theme Park www.danamall.net Chaoss Funland Centre (bowling, ice skating, pool) www.funlandcentre.com Mad Science Magic Island, www.seefmall.net My Gym, Softplay at Dilmun Club Lost Paradise of Dilmun Waterpark www.lpodwaterpark.com
1755 8500 1759 2096 1729 2313
1759 1136 1758 2898 1756 6566 1769 0926 1784 5100
Play Groups Chaoss, Off Budaiya Highway 1759 2096 Kindermusik 3925 6904/1761 3144 Ajyaal Montessori Pre-School Mini Storytellers, British School 3912 9585 (4 to 7 year olds) Musical Babies, Nadeen School 1772 8886 My Gym, Seef District 1756 6566 Rhymes & Chimes, Dilmun Club 3929 6848 Soft Play, Off Budaiya Highway 3965 3678 Sticky Fingers 3961 8340 Storytellers, British School 3912 9585 (7 to 11 year olds) Tots & Toddlers Group, 1772 8245 The British Club Wriggly Readers, British School 3912 9585 (for pre-schoolers) www.mumsinbahrain.net
Over 120 different games and attractions and Bahrain’s only indoor Roller Blade Arena.
Playland 1774 2266/1762 0999 Above Fuddruckers in Adliya An indoor centre full of games. Each ride costs 100 fils. Tokens available. Soft Play
3965 3678
Future Shape Dance Studio, Garden City Every Monday and Wednesday from 9.30am to 11.30am Children under the age of six months attend for free. www.softplaybahrain.com
Studio Ceramics 1759 9026 Budaiya Highway Pottery painting and more. Open 9.30am to 6pm Sunday to Thursday, or by appointment. Birthday parties and private group bookings possible. Water Garden Salmaniya 1726 2034 Near Dairy Queen roundabout A semi-filled lake with paddleboats and birds. School & Nurseries Wahooo! Waterpark Bahrain 1717 3000 Bahrain City Centre Opening Hours: Saturday to Tuesday: 11am to 8pm Wednesday: 11am to 10pm (Ladies Night 5pm to 10pm) Thursday and Friday: 11am to 9 PM
Things to know The Tourist Department (Tel. 1721 1717) is located in the gate to Manama’s souq, Bab al-Bahrain, on the ground floor next to the tourist shop, Times: 8am to 12 and 4.30pm to 6pm, closed on Friday.
Currency The Bahrain Dinar (BD) is pegged to the US dollar at the rate of USD1=BD0.377 - in other words a dinar is worth about USD2.65. It is a convertible currency with no restrictions on its import or export. Tip: the Saudi Riyal (SR) is also accepted
in shops for purchases at an exchange rate of BD1=SR10 (less in hotels) and you may be given Saudi money as change.
Business Hours Friday is the Islamic equivalent of the Christian Sunday. The weekend falls on a Friday and a Saturday. Most shopping malls and commercial centres are generally open seven days a week.
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listings Schools American Curriculum
Clubs & Associations
Other Private Schools
Al Hekma International Tel. 1762 0820/1762 3999 Modern Knowledge Schools Tel. 1772 7712 Riffa Views International School Tel. 1656 5000 The Bahrain School Tel. 1762 0820
Al Noor International School Tel. 1773 6773 Ecole Francaise de Bahrain Tel. 1732 3770 Ibn Khuldoon National School Tel. 1778 0661 Shaikha Hessa Girls’ School Tel. 1775 6111
British Curriculum
Al Mahd Day Boarding Tel. 1779 2422 British School Tel. 1761 0920 Budaiya Preschool Tel. 1779 1491 Dilmun School (elementary) Tel. 1771 3483 KG Kids Tel. 1766 3556 St Christopher’s School Tel. 1778 8108 Sacred Heart School Tel. 1768 4367 Talent International and The Infant School Tel. 1725 2346/1777 0078
Nurseries and Creches
Al Dana Nursery Tel. 1725 3541 Dana Pre-school, Riffa Tel. 1777 0180 Lilliput, Budaiya Tel. 1769 4947
Special Needs
Disabled Sports Federation Tel. 1778 9191 Hope Institute Tel. 1768 0815/1768 0500 R.I.A. Institute Tel. 1771 6871 The Children’s Academy Tel. 1761 3234 UCO Parents Care Centre Tel. 1767 7717
Things to know Taxis
Taxis are easily available in the capital, Manama, and have meters but be sure to make the driver use the meter. 99% of drivers won’t switch on the meter and will try to charge you double the legal fare. Beware! Confidential Tip: BD1 per five minutes in the cab is the most you should pay for an un-metered journey. If traveling from the airport or busy taxi rank, add BD2/after midnight add BD1 to the total e.g. a 10 minute drive from the airport after midnight should cost you no more than BD5 (BD2 + BD2 + BD1= BD5). Taxis do use meters and companies may use similar rates.
Avoiding Offence
Generally speaking, very short skirts and tight midriff tops are frowned upon in public, although acceptable by hotel pools, in private clubs and on the beach. If visiting a mosque, cover the body well (women should ensure that arms and legs and hair are fully covered). Shoes should always be left outside the entrance.
Essential Info 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.
Courier & Express Delivery
Tel. 1733 0434
DHL
Tel. 1736 4100
TNT
Tel. 1734 9199
Car Hire An International Driving Permit (IDP) is required to drive in Bahrain except for visitors from Gulf Cooperation Council states, U.S.A., Canada, countries in the European Union, Australia and New Zealand. The offices of car-hire companies are easily encountered at the airport. Recommended principal rental firms include: Budget Rent A Car National Car Rental Avenue Car Rental and Leasing Avis Rent A Car
Tel. 1753 4100 Tel. 1723 1156 Tel. 1771 3181 Tel. 1756 9191
Embassies & Consulates Embassies generally open from 8am to 1pm from Saturday to Wednesday and some Arab embassies also open on Thursday. Many embassies have a number of staff on call outside these hours for emergencies. Algeria 1771 3669 Bangladesh 1771 4717 China 1772 3800 Denmark 1772 5119 Egypt 1772 0005 France 1729 8660 Germany 1753 0210 India 1771 2785 Iran 1772 2400 Iraq 1774 1472 Italy 1725 2424 Japan 1771 6565 Jordan 1729 1109 Kuwait 1753 4040
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Lebanon Malaysia Morocco Netherlands Oman Pakistan Palestine Philippines Portugal Qatar Russia Saudi Arabia Switzerland Syria Trade Mission of Taiwan Thailand Tunisia Turkey UAE UK UN Info Centre USA
1778 6994 1756 4551 1774 0566 1759 1568 1729 3663 1724 4113 1727 6099 1725 0990 1753 6709 1772 2922 1772 5222 1753 7722 1753 1166 1772 2484 1729 2578 1727 4142 1771 4149 1753 3448 1771 0333 1757 4100 1731 1676 1724 2700
Flight Information Airline offices are normally open from 8am to 12.30pm and from 3pm to around 5pm, Saturday till Wednesday. Flight Info 1733 9339 British Airways 1758 7777 Turkish Airlines 1751 6100/1731 2233 Air India 1729 6444 Cathay Pacific 1722 6226 Emirates 1758 8700 Gulf Air 1733 5777 Jet Airways 1722 7114 KLM 1722 9747 Kuwait Airways 1722 3300 Lufthansa 1782 8762 Qatar Airways 1721 2202 Saudi Airlines 1721 1550
999 1725 3447 1779 0025 1781 2000 1782 8282 1728 8888 1774 1444
Art Societies Elham 1771 7441 La Fontaine Centre of Contemporary Art 1723 0123 The Bahrain Contemporary Art Society 1772 8046
Charitable Organisations Alia for Early Intervention 1773 0960 Bahrain Cancer Society 3960 3489/1723 3080 Bahrain Charity Society 1729 3363 Bahrain Disabled Sports Committee 1778 9191 Bahrain Human Rights Society 1753 1822 Bahrain Red Crescent Society 1729 3171 Friendship Society for the Blind 1762 4496 Hope Institute for the Handicapped 1768 0815 Islamic Enlightenment Society 1772 0053 Lions Club of Bahrain 3908 0097 Manama Rotary Club 3939 4522 Migrant Workers Protection Society 3946 5378 Overseas Workers Welfare Admin. 1721 3825 Palm Association 1779 0826/3964 3211 Riffa Cultural and Charity Society 1777 5444 Think Pink 3907 6717 BSPCA 1759 1231/1759 3479
Gallery/Crafts Al Riwaq Art Space 1771 7441 Al Jasra Handicrafts Centre 1761 1900 Art Lounge 1758 0522 Traditional crafts including palm weaving, pottery and woodwork. Bahrain Arts Society 1759 0551 Thursdays drawing and painting for Children, 18 hours @ BD25, 10am to 12pm Saturdays and Mondays drawing and Painting for adults, 18 hours @ BD30, 3pm to 7pm. Bahrain Pottery Society 1778 6898 Clay pottery, ceramic and painting lessons - Saturdays and Mondays, 5pm. Crafts Centre Gallery and Workshop 1756 8032 Arabic calligraphy Caravan Galleries 3996 5853 Kerala Arts and Cultural Association 3963 9319 The Studio 3975 4863 Pottery painting and more for adults and children, open 9.30am to 6pm Sunday to Thursday or by appointment. Birthday parties and private group bookings possible. Shaikh Ibrahim Cultural 3940 2302/1732 2549 and Research Centre Studio Ceramics 1759 9026
“Help” 24-Hour Helpline for Distressed Alcoholics Anonymous Narcotics Anonymous
3987 3357 1753 0020 1753 3558
Bahrain Bridge Club Bahrain Bridge Committee
Darts Balouch Club Sri Lanka Club
151 181 191 100 140
Bahrain Chess Federation
1729 2231 1729 7878
1725 2133
Photography Awali Photo Society Bahrain Arts Society
1724 2641 1727 1157
Speech & Drama Bahrain Cinema Club Dilmun Amateur Dramatics Society Folk Poetry Society Manama Theatre Club Manama Toastmasters Club
1772 5959 1769 0926 1776 1000 1777 6489 3965 5676
Ladies Clubs American Association of Bahrain 1756 4170 American Women’s Association 1775 6075 Australian Association of Bahrain 3910 1348 Awali Ladies Association 1767 8947 Bahrain Business Women’s Society 1772 1188 Bahrain Garden Club 1772 7625 Bahrain Women Society 1782 6777 Bahrain Young Ladies Society 1727 3508 BYLS-Toastmasters Club 1762 6237 Get together for Ladies 3917 4247/3902 7892 Indian Ladies Association 3980 5372 International Ladies Group 1772 9128 Madinat Hamad Women Society 3964 3396 Contact person Amal 3987 8758 Pakistani Women’s Association 1771 0944 Second Sunday Newcomers 3927 0413/3641 1368
Language Schools Al Quran Translation 1764 5156 Bait Al Taleem 1764 3199 Berlitz 1782 7847 British Council 1726 1555 Carousel 3967 3635 Lingua English Saturdays. Mondays and Wednesdays. English Language Classes, 4.30pm to 6pm, 4pm to 5.30pm. English Language Centre 1770 0040 Lingo - Ease Language Centre Budaiya Highway 1759 0895
Social Clubs Alliance Française 1768 3295 Assamese Community 3909 1959 Awali Caledonian Society 3636 6458 Bahrain Caledonian Society 3944 0658 Bahrain Hash House Harriers 1786 2620 Bahrain Irish Society info@bahrainirishsociety.com Bahrain Kannada Sangha 1727 1257 Bahrain Round Table 3960 8568 Bahrain Rugby Football Club 1769 5809 Bahrain Welsh Society 1772 7127 Balouch Club 1729 2231 British Club 1772 8245 ext. 32 Bhatia Mitra Mandal 3960 1789 Country Club 1759 3593 Dilmun Club 1769 0926 Filipino Club 1726 2143 Indian Club 1725 3157 Karnataka Social Club 1725 4257 Pakistan Club 1725 8520 Pakistan Association 3941 5200 Royal Society of St. George 3972 6329 Saar Cultural & Sports Club 1779 0335 Shree Nayrana Cultural Society 1725 5517 Shri Gujarati Samaj 3962 4285 Sri Lanka Club 1727 6134 Wisdom Home Society 1772 7575
Wellbeing 3960 7219 3968 7190
Chess
Telephone Helpline Intl. calls via operator Directory enquiries Directory enquiries - Intl. Other phone enquiries Speaking clock
Scrabble Bahrain Scrabble League Bahrain Kannada Sangha Saturdays. 6.30pm.
Bridge
Hospitals & Clinics Emergency American Mission Hospital (AMH) Saar Medical & Dental Clinic (AMH) Bahrain Specialist Hospital Ibn Al-Nafees Hospital Salmaniya Hospital Gulf Dental Speciality Hospital
Animal Welfare Al Ahli Animal Centre 1762 2102/3965 4343 BSPCA 1759 1231 Delmon Kennels & Training 3971 7609 Jassim Veterinary Centre (Sugaya) 1723 1242 Modern Animal Health Centre (Budaiya) 1759 0908 Nonie Coutts Surgery, (Manama and Saar) 1724 5515 Pet Arabia 1759 2288 Saar Kennels 1779 2064
1776 4468 3966 7751
Kelly Armatage Inc. Offering counselling, life coaching and cognitive behavioural therapy sessions Mob: 3993 1399 Email: info@kellyarmatage.com www.kellyarmatage.com
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