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Competitions62 Three Lucky Winners Win La Collection de Grasse from L’OCCITANE

People22 Poem: David Hollywood: Coveted Greed Opinion 30 John Ridley: The Lost Art of Communication70 Rehan Ahmed: World Environment Day 201371 Kelly Armatage: Energy Ascendence

Regulars8 Not to Be Missed14 New in Town78 Society: Out & About

Fashion and Shopping44 Saks Fifth Avenue48 Charles & Keith49 Skechers50 Rami Al Ali56 Pull & Bear

Beauty, Health & Well Being40 Since Eyes are Precious60 Beauty Buzz64 Health Updates66 Stay Cool Naturally

Juicy Pickings24 Sheer Lux-Louis Vuitton & What Men Want18 Art Space: The Sea Chronicles36 The Big Fat Indian Wedding74 Shop Till You Drop

Interviews42 Leave a Story Behind: Jaafar Hamza114 Interview with Peter Lyons

Cars110 Nissan Sentra111 Dodge Charger112 Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Gastro117 Maki118 Elite Resort & Spa

Essential Listings121 Recommended Restaurants, Nightspots, Essential Info, Beauty Spots, Sports and Fitness, Clubs and Associations

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As always we love to keep you entertained every month! To begin with, put your hands together for a series of new restaurants, designer boutiques and luxury stores that have opened up on our island this month! Phew! Our New In Town section (page 14) will give you a low down on all the new places that have been creating a buzz this season!

The wedding season continues and our current issue is indeed a special one! We salute the spirit, glamour and the happy vibe that’s trademark of Indian weddings! Really! Nobody does ‘The Big Fat Wedding’ the way Indians do! To know all about this magical and grand ceremony of dance, rituals, vows and festivities, take a look at page 36.

Father’s Day is right around the corner and we have scouted out the best gifts you can gift him! Want to see that adorably cute and cheeky grin on him? Then look no further! The ultimate Father’s Day gift guide is on page 46!

Sun, sand, sea and seclusion! Longing for that perfect summer vacation? Our top pick is Papau in New Guinea! It’s the best kept secret for all diving and snorkeling enthusiasts! (And may we add, the perfect honeymoon

destination too!) Get a first hand account of the blissful holiday by Rohan Shanker on page 72.

Who said summer was draining! We for one are very excited about the fun summer packages out there. Watch out for the Not to Be Missed section where a bunch of exciting options ranging from discounts in hotels to pool and gym memberships are highlighted! Summer is also the perfect time for over hauling your wardrobe! And where better to go than one of the top most destinations for fashion? Yes, you heard us! Head to London with your girlfriends and treat yourself to some ultra luxe retail therapy! While you are at it don’t miss out on some of the most gorgeous designer wear that is available in our Kingdom. Check out the stunning pieces of Rami Al Ali’s couture wear on page 50! We love it!

Feel like partying the night away or just want to unwind in some mellow lounge? Or maybe grab the best sushi in town? Then, go to page 117 for our Gastro and Nightlife section!

And like we always say, let the party continue!

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Readers’ Letters

LOL!I really enjoyed the ‘Animal’s Are Beautiful People’ piece in your last month’s issue. Bahrain Confidential used to have a page dedicated to funny tidbits earlier and then it was stopped for some reason. Such sections put me in a lighter mood and are entertaining, so please do run with them from now. Keep up the good work!Zara, Segaya

Thanks, Zara. We loved the piece too; it made our team here in office giggle like geese! We try to put in as many interesting features as possible. We’ll surely keep your request in mind. In the mean time, happy LOL-ing!

The Ultimate Summer GuideYour May issue was nothing less than the ultimate summer guide. The health section was entertaining and informative; thanks for the refreshing drinks’ recipes. There were some great diet and workout tips too. Guess we’re all geared up to bear the heat now!Katie, Juffair

That’s wonderful, Katie. We decided to do a lot of articles on how to beat the summer heat as we all know how difficult it gets during this season; especially in this part of the world. Enjoy your refreshing coolers!

Nino’s New MenuMy husband and I are

huge fans of Nino and dine there at least once a month. It’s great that they now have a new menu; variety is the spice of life, isn’t it! We went there to

try out the new dishes and I must say that the

Crispy Chicken Salad was my favourite. I knew I’d love it

when I saw it in your article. Would the chef like to share his recipe?Foodie, Mahooz

We couldn’t agree more; our team visited the restaurant too and oh did we love the food! We’ll pass on your message to the chef; and just for the record, my favourite is the Mexicali Gamberoni!

Click Click!I’m a passionate photographer and would like to know if I could contribute my work to your magazine. My images are mostly about nature and horses. Please do let me know. Thank you.Rajab, Budaiya

Of course, Rajab; we’d love to see your work. We’re open to publishing good photographs of Bahrain and the region. Send in your photographs (at least 1MB) to [email protected] and if your work is impressive you can be a published photographer for Bahrain Confidential, our business magazine Gulf Insider and our Arabic lifestyle magazine Areej.

Cover LoverHello. I’m a regular reader of Bahrain Confidential and enjoy reading your magazine. One thing that I’d like to compliment you for in particular are your front covers; I think that they stand out on the stands most of the time. Your May front cover was intriguing; compelled me to open the magazine faster than usual. Good luck and keep it up!Reem

Thanks, Reem. It’s the appreciation of our readers that keeps us going. Happy reading!

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Paris HiltonIf you are not enjoying the journey, you probably won’t enjoy the destination.

Katy Perry Sometimes it takes me weeks, months, years to write a song and then sometimes ... God gives it to me in a moment. Oh, I love this moment.

Kelly OsbourneSat with @MileyCyrus while getting my hair done & she is telling me a story about a haunted wig shop being the reason she does not like wigs.

Halle Berry Takes Nahla to Disneyland, Shows Off Her Growing Baby BumpHalle Berry brought her pregnancy glow to the Happiest Place on Earth! The 46-year-old pregnant actress treated her 5-year-old daughter, Nahla, to a trip to Disneyland in Anaheim, California. The mother-daughter duo was photographed enjoying the Storybook Land Canal Boats together. Berry, who is expecting her first child with fiancé Olivier Martinez, showed off her growing baby bump while exiting the ride.

Aaron Paul Wedding: Breaking Bad Star Marries Lauren ParsekianAaron Paul is a married man! The Breaking Bad actor tied the knot with Lauren Parsekian at the Cottage Pavilion at Calamigos Ranch under a grove of trees in Malibu, California. Paul, 33, and his groomsmen, including Breaking Bad co-star Bryan Cranston, wore black tuxes with bow ties. The bride wore a strapless Cinderella style gown and white boots, and styled her hair down in waves. Her bridesmaids wore cream coloured dresses.

Mila Kunis Beats Michelle Keegan and Wins ‘Sexiest Woman in the World’ TitleMila Kunis has been voted FHM’s ‘Sexiest Woman in the World’. Ashton Kutcher’s girlfriend has topped the poll for the first ever time after she beat pop star Rihanna who takes second place. The Black Swan star has had a successful year as she’s also featured in five major movie roles. Mila’s victory comes after Tulisa - who isn’t even in the top ten this year - controversially won the title last year. The 29-year-old has also brought an end to a line of British winners as she becomes the first American to top the poll in four years. Helen Flanagan takes third place this year as she is officially the Sexiest Woman in Britain, beating former co-star Michelle Keegan who comes in fourth.

Elizabeth Taylor’s First Wedding Gown Up for AuctionThe wedding gown Dame Elizabeth Taylor wore when she exchanged vows with her first husband Conrad Hilton, Jr is set to go under the hammer this month. The Cleopatra star, who was only 18 when she wed the hotel heir on 6th May, 1950, wore an oyster shell-coloured, floor-length satin gown, and now the special piece, to be auctioned off by Christie’s in London on 23rd June, is expected to fetch upwards of GBP50,000. The frock features an impossibly-thin 22-inch waist and was designed by Helen Rose, who also created Grace Kelly’s wedding dress.

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Rita Ora Confesses She’s in Love with Calvin Harris on StageShe’s not one for holding back. Rita Ora has confessed her love for new boyfriend Calvin Harris already. Cara Delevingne’s ‘wifey’ was on the stage at Radio 1’s Big Weekend in Ireland when she made the bold statement. When introducing a new track from her album, Rita gushed: “This song is called Out Of Love Not In Love - even though I am right now.” The chart topper also inclined she had fallen hard when performing the same track at Mastercard’s Priceless Gig. It’s believed Calvin and Rita only started dating a few weeks ago after the famous DJ hit Twitter with a picture of his girlfriend landing in Las Vegas.

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Not To BeMissed

Bahrain City Centre - Summer Season Fun!Bahrain City Centre heats things up this season by bringing you the opportunity to win a stunning luxury sports car! Spend BD30 for an opportunity to win one of five BD1,000 on Gift Cards or the Grand Prize - a stunning luxury sports car, the ultimate blend of strength and beauty. Double your chances to win by spending at any of their sports & leisure stores. Fun for kids, a summer Sports Camp will offer a variety of engaging activities at Wahooo! Waterpark and bowling and football juggling sessions for kids age eight to twelve years old.

For more information contact, Tel. +973 1717 7771. That’s not all! Enter their competitions on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram to win weekly prizes.

Log into: www.facebook.com/BahrainCityCentreTwitter: @BahrainCityCtrInstagram: BahrainCityCentre

15th June5th-6th JuneThe Chuckle Club Get set for another month of hilarity! The Chuckle Club is Bahrain’s popular comedy show, thrilling audiences with professional comedians direct from UK to Manama every month. On 5th June, door opens at 7.30pm and show begins at 8pm at InterContinental Regency Hotel and on 6th June, door opens at 7.30pm and show begins at 8.30pm at British Club. For more details, contact: Punchline Media on Tel. +973 3666 3509 or log into: www.punchlineme.com

BSPCA Designer Day Sale Preloved clothes for ladies, gents & children - accessories, jewellery, handbags and shoes - all proceeds go to the BSPCA Animal Welfare Centre. Venue: The Dilmun Club, Saar. For more information, Tel. +973 1759 3479.

1st June

Al Hawaj Clearance Sale 2013 at Bahrain International Exhibition & Convention Centre (BIECC). Sale on Perfumes, Cosmetics, Handbags & Electronic Items.

Till 3rd June

5th-7th JuneEntertainment plus presents “We’re Going On A Bear Hunt” - Ingenious fun-filled musical frolic - direct from UK, adapted from the picture book by Michael Rosen at the Cultural Hall, Corniche. For enquiries and bookings call, Tel. +973 3961 6858 or +973 3960 7489 or email: [email protected] or visit: www.entertainmentplus.me

13th JuneTiger ArtscapePresented by BMMI – headlined by DJ Marko Smokinroove and featuring a collaboration of installation and graphic artists, DJs, singers, break-dancers, body art and more! From 8pm to 2am at Mezzaluna Restaurant, Adliya. Visit www.tigertranslate.com or call Kat, Tel. +973 3383 0008 for more information.

15th JuneWhats In a Name - An Exhibition of Mixed Media Artworks by Arthur D’SouzaWhats In a Name is a new collection by Goan artist Arthur D’Souza known for his creative experimentation and the use of new techniques and materials. This time he uses plastic and acrylic paint fused onto wood, and in the process creates tactile art that is abstract and multi-dimensional. The new pieces reflect a “living image”; very esoteric and engaging in new ways each time you visit the work! The exhibition will be held at Hue in Riffa Palms from 8.30am to 11pm.

For more details, contact: Tel. +973 3962 3381 or email: [email protected]

Whats In a Name - An Exhibition of Mixed Media Artworks by Arthur D’Souza

For more events, gastro, parties & nightlife turn to pages 115 - 120

Learn Bollywood Dance this Summer!Shake a leg, Indian style! Learn classical Indian dance or Bollywood jhatkas and matkas! Summer camps for children and exclusive ladies classes available. For more details on customised training at your doorstep, contact: Srijita on Tel. +973 3614 9498 or email: [email protected]

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For more events, gastro, parties & nightlife turn to pages 115 - 120

Not To BeMissed

19th June to 6th JulyThe LPOD Summer Festival 2013Lost Paradise of Dilmun (LPOD) waterpark is organising a summer festival themed ‘Waves of Happiness’, under the patronage of HRH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Chairman of the Royal Charity Organisation. LPOD is happy to bring the waves of happiness to the children of the Royal Charity Organisation. Week 1: Children’s festival including activities like kids’ talent show, drawing competitions, water safety training, kids’ fashion show, facepainting, magic shows, puppet shows, art & craft, kids’ games. Special appearance by LPOD’s very own mascots Delmo & Delma. Week 2: Youth Fest including activities and events like LPOD’s Got Talent, Comic con – anime festival, water volleyball, water basketball, and an art & music fest featuring local talent. Final Week: Family Festival including events like family treasure hunt, fashion show, rangoli festival, cooking competition and a special bazaar highlighting local products crafted in Bahrain. Watch out for LPOD’s popular Spectacular Splash raffle promo. Exciting prizes in store!

Lost Paradise of Dilmun Water Park is in Al Areen, near Al Zallaq, Tel. +973 1784 5100. Visit: www.Ipodwaterpark.com

Michael Arcega - ‘Code-Switching’ Exhibition at Al Riwaq Art Space,the artist will focus on the polyglot culture of Bahrain-investigating code switching, translations, and mistranslations through the production of contemporary art works in the form of Sculpture, installation, videos, prints and water colors. For details, log into: www.alriwaqartspace.com or call, Tel. +973 1771 7441.

22nd JuneSecond Chance Charity Sale Designer label/brand name clothes for all - in aid of Tony the Dogfather’s animal sanctuary, Saar. At the Dilmun Club, SaarFor details contact Margie, Tel. +973 3967 6851.

Planning to wed anytime soon? Leave it to Mövenpick. The hotel is offering unbeatable wedding packages this summer. The friendly team of management and staff have a wealth of experience of more than 100 weddings planned per year at their elegant Al Murjan ballroom. Choose one of the wedding summer

packages and enjoy the complimentary amenities and facilities during your magical night. For more information, call, Tel. +973 1746 0000 or email: [email protected]

Summer Wedding Packages at Mövenpick Hotel, Bahrain

Till 27th June

Summer Membership for Less at Mövenpick Hotel, Bahrain Fun and fitness offers! Children can look forward to a range of summer activities such as swimming lessons for twelve hours by a professional instructor priced at BD99. Children can also enjoy activities like sports fitness, gymnastics and plenty of energetic games. Mövenpick Health club is offering summer pool membership for six months, prices starting from BD180++ for single, including access to the gym. For more details, Tel. +973 1746 0000 or email: [email protected]


Events

Summer Fun At The Royal Golf Club

June Golfing Events

June Dining Promotions Feast every Friday Carvery Feast at Links Lounge & Restaurant from midday to 4pm. Classic roast carvery buffet with all the trimmings plus live cooking stations. Special buffet table for the kids. Crèche available for younger children at only BD3 per child per hour. BD18 net per person (Member’s discount applies). Kids under twelve BD9.5 inclusive of selected soft drinks.

Enjoy free kids meals every Saturday from 11am to 3pm at Links & Prego Restaurants. For every adult main course ordered, a child under the age of twelve receives a dish from the kids’ menu free of charge.

Enjoy the Poretti Promotion at Prego Restaurant every Sunday to Thursday from 6pm to 8pm. Order a main course or pizza and receive a Poretti beverage FREE!

Enjoy Links Happy Hour, discounts on a wide range of selected beverages at Links Restaurant from 5pm to 7pm daily.

Wee Monty Family Day every Saturday at only BD15 per adult. Kids play free! Inclusive of green fee and hire clubs. Tee times from 10am to 2pm. Open to all. Ecco Monday Stableford every Monday. 1pm shotgun. Open to all. African & Eastern Monday Madness Night Golf Series every Monday. There is a different format each week. 6.30pm shotgun. Open to all. Taylor Made Summer Open on 21st June, 2013. Stableford Format. 7.30am shotgun start. Open to all. VIVA Fourball League on 25th June. Betterball Stableford. Tee times from 4pm to 9pm. Open to all.

For further information on all above events and offers call Tel. +973 1775 0777 or visit www.theroyalgolfclub.com

Sign the kids up for a fabulous camp of golf, football, taekwondo, scavenger hunts, swimming and much more. Camps will be held on the weeks beginning 7th July, 21st July, 11th August and 25th August and are suitable for children aged five to twelve years. Activities will start at 8am and finish at 2pm from Sunday to Thursday and the cost is just BD100 per child per week inclusive of a packed lunch on each day.

The Ultimate Summer Kids Camp!

Chill Out at the Royal Golf AcademyKeep cool this summer and take advantage of a fabulous 50 per cent discount on all tuition packages. Lessons have been reduced from 50 minutes to just 30 minutes so that you don’t overheat and may be taken in the air-conditioned VIP tuition bay if it is available at the time of booking – first come, first served. The four lesson “Birdie Package” now costs from BD73 while the eight lesson “Eagle Package” starts from BD142 per person. Non members also receive a number of green fee vouchers for use on the Wee Monty par three course with each package purchased. Offer valid from 1st June to 31st August and all lessons must be completed by 30th September 2013.

Membership DealGet a 15 month golf membership for the

price of 12 months on individual andcorporate membership

categories. Offer lasts for a limited time only.Members enjoy unlimited access to Bahrain’s only grass, championshipstandard golf courses, discounts in the shop, golf academy and award-winning

restaurants, access to gym and country club

facilities, preferential rateson meeting and

conference facilities and a whole host

of other excitingbenefits, both locally and internationally at other Troon facilities.

2 for 1 Golf Deal!Create unrivalled memories this summer by taking advantage of the Royal Golf Club’s fantastic deal on green fees. Book an 18-hole tee time for two players and we’ll only charge you for one - that’s right, two players for the price of one!

We’ll even help you keep cool by providing iced water and cold towels on your golf cart.

There’s never been a better time to play a round with a mate on the Club’s spectacular Montgomerie championship course!

Call +973 17 750777 today to reserve your 2 for 1 tee time.

Terms & Conditions:Offer valid any day from 1st June to 15th September 2013 at any time. Valid on 18 hole bookings on the Montgomerie championship course only. Offer available only for bookings made within a 2 week window.

The Royal Golf Club website is available to you 24/7 all year round. Keep up to date with everything going on at the Club, view our latest offers and news, reserve a table in any of our restaurants or book your next tee time. www.theroyalgolfclub.com

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New In Town

Get Creative at Art Lounge’s Painting ClassesGive yourself a treat with Art therapy! Learn to paint using different techniques on canvas, paper or wood, using mixed media like acrylic and oil paints, ink, pastels, charcoal and water colours as well as collages. The group lessons have a minimum of two and maximum of four participants allowing individual instruction. Venue: ART lounge studio, Saar, opposite former Sar music school.Timing: Two hour sessions, weekly. Private lessons at the studio or the client’s place are also available.

For more details contact: Marion Labani on +973 3921 2060 or log into http://www.marionlabani-art.com/

Bahrain World Trade Centre Lauches First Instagram Photography CompetitionCalling all the photographers in Bahrain! Capture innovative snapshots of the country’s most iconic landmark, Bahrain World Trade Centre, (BWTC), in a photography competition and post them on Instagram and Facebook for the first online photography competition launched by BWTC. Last date for submissions is 1st June 2013. To enter the competition, each participant should submit one photograph and send it to email address: [email protected]. An exclusive BWTC Committee will be tasked with shortlisting the top 20 photographs. The general public will be given the opportunity to vote for their favorite photographs during the voting period from 3rd June to 1st July. The first three entries which receive the highest votes will win - IPhone 5 and a MODA Mall gift voucher worth BD100.

New InTownBahrain Confidential fill you in on the who, what, why, when and where in Bahrain!

Sensational Summer Rates Available as Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts Releases 30 Per cent Global DiscountMövenpick Hotels & Resorts has announced a sensational worldwide summer discount of up to 30 per cent at its hotels and resorts. The special rates are available at over 75 Mövenpick hotels and resorts across Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia. With a choice of over 75 hotels and resorts, the guests can enjoy any kind of holiday or short break, whether highlighted by leisure time, sightseeing activities, wellness treats, culinary discoveries or family adventures.

For more details about the many destinations and ‘Summer Savings’ at Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts, guests can visit: www.moevenpick-hotels.com

Labous Opens its Doors in Bahrain!Labous means clothing in Arabic. The Bahraini Label’s elegant pieces, take inspiration from the rich culture of Bahrain, are designed to flatter the modern woman. The one-of-a-kind items from fashion clothing to accessories are handpicked and sourced from around the globe. The Labous Label offers modern pieces that are adorned with handmade traditional Bahraini detailing like naqdeh (handmade designs using gold plated metal), Shad (handmade work using threads that is usually seen in the traditional wear for men) and Korar (handmade weave that is done by four woman simultaneously using gold threads). Some of the Labels stocked here include-Labous, Lammode (from Bahrain), Lulwa AlAmin (from Bahrain), Cengiz Abazoglu (from Turkey), La Bottega de Brunella (from Italy), Poca & Poca (from Poland), Tarun Tahiliani (from India).

Labous is located in the ground floor in Seef Mall in the new extension area. For details, contact: +973 1700 6971.

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Paul Bakery and Restaurant’s New MenuPAUL Bakery & Restaurant put a fresh spin on its popular selection with new dishes complementing its list of classic French favourites. New breakfast selection includes sweet and savoury viennoiseries and breads warm out of the oven, crêpes and galettes stuffed with delicious fillings, classics like Eggs Benedict and Omelette Marseillaise and aromatic coffees and teas along with freshly baked croissants, jams and juices. The all-day menu includes, Salade de crevettes a la mangue – a fresh green salad tossed with plump poached shrimp and a tangy lemon mayonnaise dressing or the Poulet roti aux amandes – a tender almond-flavoured chicken breast with runny camembert cheese, served with hearty sides of potato puree, carrots and beans and a fruity raspberry sauce. Fans of fish can try Tartine au Saumon, open sandwiches served on rustic toasted farmhouse bread.

Paul is located in Seef Mall. Tel. +973 1758 0073 and Bahrain City Center, Tel. +973 1717 2321.Bahrain City Centre Events & Promotions Executive Dipti Bhatia, Bahrain

City Centre Senior Mall Manager Duaij Khalifa Al Rumaihi, M&S Head of Merchandising & Buying Julie Howett, M&S Head of Operations Mark Senior and Bahrain City Centre Marketing Communications Executive Ahmad Fakhro

Marks & Spencer Now in Bahrain City Famous UK retailer Marks & Spencer opens its doors at the Bahrain City Centre. Boasting a new, more inspiring store format, Marks & Spencer opened with the season’s latest collections from its brands including Autograph, per una M&S Woman and M&S Man.

For more information, visit www.facebook.com/BahrainCityCentre or visit: www.bahraincitycentre.com

Fun City Opens Doors to its Little Visitors from Bahrain Fun City, the region’s entertainment centre, committed to provide wholesome family fun opens its doors to even more children with the opening of its brand new centre at Oasis Centre-East Riffa amidst great fanfare. The formal inauguration of the centre was done by Shaikha Hind bint Salman Al Khalifa and family in the presence of Al Rashid Group Management and staff. The Fun City attractions include- specially designed zones which are unique to Fun City viz., Play Zone & Fun Zone, the latest and advanced video games and redemption games, novelty games for the younger children and its popular kids rides. Fun City is open all days of the week to its visitors from 10am to 10pm on weekdays and 10am to 12am on weekends.

Facebook Page for Pet Adoption in BahrainLog onto https://www.facebook.com/pages/Bahrain-pets-for-adoption/566682800021951 and help a pet find a new home!

Bobbies Exclusive Launch at Schutz in Seef MallBobbies, the Parisian brand comes to Seef Mall. Bobbies brings colour to life with its unconventional version of the loafer! Combining a multitude of energetic colours, Bobbies can be looked at as the ambassador of the new French contemporary style! As seasons go by, fun and beautiful collections succeed one another bringing in freshness and colour to the footwear universe. Disappointed by the dull moccasins that were offered, Antoine Boize and Alexis maguey decided to modernise these basics in order to make them more relaxed and fashionable. Hence Bobbies was founded in 2010! Inspired by paradisiac places all around the world, where relaxation and amusement are key, the two creators try to portray a funky and bubbly universe. A shoe that shines from its bright colours and makes you smile, that is Bobbies mission! So get yourself one or many many more!

Call, Tel. +973 1716 2594 for more details.


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Ramadan Getaway - Arabian Nights at the Tshuggen Grand HotelWith Ramadan right around the corner, many wonder where to spend the summer without being exposed to soaring temperatures. Surrounded with the comforts and traditions that will help complete the sacred rituals of the Holy Month, Tschuggen Grand, Arosa, Switzerland, has the perfect package for Muslim travelers. A hotel set in the beautiful Alpine surroundings of Arosa, Switzerland, Tschuggen Grand Hotel is the ideal location. “The Arabian Nights” package will have the guests treated with a Halal breakfast served before sunrise. One can also unwind at the beautiful Bergoase Spa which is built into the

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REDTAG Value Fashion Chain Relaunches Adliya StoreREDTAG re launched it’s Adliya store recently. The Dubai-based value fashion chain also presented its new summer collection of fashion and home wear at the store’s opening event. Formerly known as Discount Home Store, the Adliya store is now a complete REDTAG store. The outlet has been completely revamped, in line with REDTAG values across the region, and display the latest fashion in clothing and home decor. Visitors will receive a gift voucher worth BD3, with every BD10 purchase. This offer is open until 30th June. This discount can be used to purchase any REDTAG products, including the newest summer collections. The opening hours are 9.30am to 10.30pm.

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PF Chang’s Opens in Bahrain City CentrePF Chang’s the China Bistro restaurant opened recently in Bahrain City Centre. PF Chang’s is an international brand offering stylish, Chinese-inspired cuisine combined with American hospitality in a sophisticated bistro setting featuring a contemporary design and superior service. Operated by Alshaya Trading Co, it offers seating capacity for 265 people and promises an extraordinary culinary journey inspired by tastes from five regions of China starting with Mongolia and Sichuan, to Beijing, Shanghai and Hunan along with a variety of signature Asian

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The Sea ChroniCleS ….Bahrain Confidential’s Pooja Rajpal Kasala chats with renowned marine abstract artist Christopher Hogan about his work and inspiration.

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Tell us about yourself.I am an Australian artist and focus on marine abstract art. I am a Visual Communicator and have established an ArtEnergy programme that is embraced by companies in India and Asia. As a designer, my work can be found in many luxury resorts in the Maldives and Australasia. I majored in Sculpture at the university in Australia and have studied Art History, so I have a strong academic background in the arts and enjoy travelling the world, exhibiting and also teaching art.

Tell us more about your work.I am interested in abstract imagery and my art combines line, form, colour and composition through the use of amorphic shapes. The juxtapositioning of these shapes and bold colours, creates my style of abstract paintings. My work as a sculptor through the use of positive and negative space is referenced in my painting compositions.

You are well known as a marine abstract artist. Could you explain what that means, what inspires your passion in this area?Growing up near Australia’s Great Barrier Reef, I was always interested in the colours and patterns of the marine creatures and corals, and continue to use them along with rainforest jungle as my subject matter to help my creative processes. My Reef Series of paintings strongly reflect this through the use of macro images and many of my paintings are suggestive of underwater marine landscapes, quite minimalistic, but definitely not the usual well- behaved landscapes that most of us are familiar with.


What kind of colours, elements do you work with? For many years, I painted mainly in black and white. At the time I was primarily interested in portraying the relationships of the forms to each other and how they co-existed within the composition; I still have that interest, but now my most recent works introduce strong colours, sometimes discordant and sometimes combined with black and white.

Tell us about your collaboration with Hue. What aspect of Bahrain interested you?Recently I was invited to exhibit at BIGS and had a very successful

exhibition in Bahrain where I met Kanika Subberwal and she proposed that I continue having an on-going representation of my works with Hue and reach a wider audience in Bahrain given that my work was very well received initially. Bahrain has a wonderful heritage and I am very impressed with the emergence of its contemporary public sculpture. My paintings and a range of my designer merchandise is on permanent display at Hue.

A lot your work is displayed in top hotels around the world, tell us more about it.My artwork is displayed in uber-luxury resorts around the world

such as the prestigious ‘One&Only Reethi Rah Resort and Spa’, Maldives; the new flagship of Anantara Resorts, their ‘Anantara Kihavah Villas Resort’, Maldives; Angsana’s flagship resort in Thailand ‘Angsana Laguna Phuket’ and the ‘Angsana Velavaru Resort’ in the Maldives has been designed around my ‘Reef Series’, from paintings to handmade designer rugs and 3D wall hangings. In Australia, the high profile Hamilton Island Reef View Resort on the Great Barrier Reef and more recently famous corporates such as Bajaj Auto Limited in India are collectors of my large scale wall murals.

What inspires your creativity.I am inspired by my surroundings, mostly the reefs and gardens of the world because of the locations where I work and live. Let’s say, a tiny butterfly-I notice not only the butterfly but its patterns and colours. I then use this information to create my macro paintings. The same applies to my marine imagery. With my island life, I have inspiration right at my doorstep. Each time after snorkeling I have enough ideas for several paintings

For more information, log onto: www.christopherhogan.me

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Watch over your avarice,With coveted greed,And as you grow rich,Let it be your life’s creed.Make acts of repentance,When profits are low,And prayers of contrition,As a penance you sow.

Show faith in ambitions,Beliefs can’t exceed,And never relinquish,The fortune you seed.

Atone for your wealth,With a ravenous crave,For abundance and more,Of the fortune you’ve made.Rapacious, and yearn,For a prosperous hoard,As impassioned you learn,How much more you’ll afford.

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Opinion

John R Ridley

Letter From Bahrain

The Lost Art Of Communication

ommunicating with one another should be as natural as walking, it is after all fundamental to the functioning of society, yet all too often it seems to be our biggest stumbling block.

When I was younger, I assumed that I must be at fault if I didn’t understand what people were saying; with age, I came to realise that the failing lay with those who couldn’t understand the benefit of communicating clearly.

A few years ago, I worked for a company where those of us near the “pointy bit” of the management pyramid were encouraged to take time with a mentor to “think”. It was a great idea - except, it was at the time when the term “thinking outside of the box” was in vogue. This feat of mental gymnastics took place in the “imaginarium” - a windowless

room, with soft blue lighting, bean bags on the floor, and tubes of coloured bubbling water lining the walls - it was akin to thinking inside of the box.

Memories of this water lined space came flooding back recently whilst attending a meeting. The discussion between the staff of my client revolved around the use of words such as “space”, “around”, “synergy”, and “value-add”, along with acronyms, one of which, if I recall, began with the letter “S” - and a healthy dose of equivocators like “sort of” and “kind of”. The result was a lack of commitment to anything being said and neither I, nor others, had any idea of what the presenters were talking about.

Returning home on the train, a girl sitting behind me talked endlessly on her phone; now anyone who has travelled on a British train will know that making a phone call is next to impossible - almost as difficult as getting a decent cup of tea

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from the buffet car. Despite all the odds, the girl spoke endlessly, stringing together half-sentences, seemingly devoid of any substance - “and she was like”, “and I was just like, you know”, “no way”, “really ?”, “like, yeah”, and “when she was like that”, the conversation continued for an extended period without mentioning people, actions, or thoughts.

The night before my return to Bahrain I stayed in a hotel at Heathrow, in the reception was a huge sign saying “Our goal is to exceed the customer’s expectation.”

I was left with the expectation that someone would ask me what I was expecting - no one did. No doubt employees entered some kind of temporary dazed state upon hearing this phrase - before continuing to doing things exactly the way they had previously.

If only this wasn’t true; increasingly, it seems, people no longer make sense. The next time I hear one of these mindless phrases I will tell the person, “I don’t have any idea what you have just said to me.”

“The girl spoke endlessly, stringing together half-sentences, seemingly devoid of any substance- “and she was like”, “and I was just like, you know”, “no way”, “really?”, “like, yeah””

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“and I was just like, you know”

John Ridley is a Bahrain based journalist, writer and broadcaster, visit his web sites at www.ghostwriting.me or www.johnridley.nu

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It’s the season! With so many weddings happening, we are convinced that love is surely in the air! It’s beautiful how culture influences every aspect of weddings right from the food and apparel to the rituals and traditions. Bahrain Confidential explores The Big Fat Indian Wedding.

Indian Weddingf you’ve ever travelled to India, you’d agree that it is a land of diversity. Having 28 states, 6 union territories and 1 national territory within its borders, this country is home to over 400 languages, each with many dialects, and around 6 official religions and many other beliefs. India was ruled by many rulers in the past who left behind their essence that became a part of Indian

Culture. The Taj Mahal, one of the seven wonders of the world was built by Emperor Shahjahan, one of the rulers of the Mughal era. This structure is also considered to be a beautiful icon of love.

Weddings are an extravagant affair in India. If you visit the northern most state of Jammu & Kashmir, the first step towards a Kashmiri (Hindu) wedding is the matching of the horoscopes or teknis, of the prospective bride and

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Indian Weddinggroom. The wedding can take place in the morning or in the night. Once the horoscopes are established as compatible, an auspicious day is chosen for livun or the traditional cleansing of the house. This ritual calls for the floors of the Kashmiri mud houses to be cleaned and treated with a mixture of cow dung (considered holy), mud and water!This is also the day when the waza or family cook arrives and puts together a mud-and-brick oven called war in the backyard of the house. it’s time for some delicious cooking! The war is where the traditional meals are cooked for the wedding ceremony. And what is a wedding with out a little bit of music! Wanwun or

music sessions are held every evening at the houses of the bride and the groom. Everyone is invited! The maanziraat ceremony takes place a week prior to the wedding. It begins with krool khanun, a ceremony that involves decorating the door of the houses of the bride and the groom. In the evening, the bride follows an elaborate bathing ritual, during which her maternal aunt washes her feet. After the bath, her eldest aunt decorates her hands and feet with maanz (henna). This is followed by music and dinner.

Then comes devgon, a ceremony that marks the transition of the bride and the groom from being single to being married. It is observed by the bride and the groom in their respective houses. The couple observes a fast before participating in the ceremony which is conducted by the purohit or the priest in front of a sacred fire. Agni Dev or the Fire God is a deity for Hindus because of which the sacred fire is

am important element of Hindu weddings. Kanishran is another ritual where the bride and the groom and bathed individually with a mixture of water, rice, milk and curd. Flowers are also showered on the couple after which they change into new traditional attire. Duribat is another ceremony held on the same day and is attended by the maternal relatives of the bride and groom. Gifts are exchanged and a traditional vegetarian lunch is served. Though a lot of Hindus are meat/fish eaters, they consume a vegetarian meal for special occasions like weddings and festivals.

Moving to the western region of India, Gujarat has a substantial number of Muslims who are categorised as the Bohra and Khoja communities. What’s a wedding without the mehndi (henna) ceremony! The mehndi (henna) takes place during the week before the nikah (marriage), sometimes the night before. All the ladies are invited for an evening meal at the bride’s family home. Traditional food is served which includes khitchra, meat and barley broth. While the ladies get their palms designed with henna, religious and other poems are recited. The actual wedding day is the nikah ceremony which is only attended by the men at the mosque. After the bride is formally asked of her acceptance of the proposal, the witnesses go to the mosque where the nikah is completed.

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relatives gather for prayers the day of the wedding, at the respective homes of couple. The bride and the groom stand on a woven grass mat during this prayer session which is symbolic of them being appointed as the heads of a new family. After prayers, the elders of the family and other respected community members like

the first teacher of the bride or groom are given dhakshina (gifts) and in they return give their blessings. Usually, the wedding is held in the groom’s parish. The officiating minister is the first to arrive after which the groom follows and waits for the bride. It is the moment! The bride is accompanied by her father as she walks down the aisle. She usually wears a white sari (a 9-yard draped cloth) and covers her head with a veil. The groom gifts his wife another sari (mantrakodi) which is mostly a red one and a minnu (thread with gold pendant). The bride and groom exchange rings which are first blessed and this ceremony is called The Betrothal. This is followed by The Blessing of the Crown where the priest elevates a gold chain with a cross pendant over the head of the groom and the bride three times. The couple is treated like a king and queen (of their new home/family) for seven

days following this ceremony and relatives invite them for virunnu chor (special meals).

Travelling to the eastern state of Bengal, the pre wedding ceremony starts with the dodhi mongol during which the bride and groom are feed sweets and curd. They then fast for the entire day until the wedding. Women relatives of both families fetch water to be used in rituals, from nearby water-bodies, preferably the Ganges (considered as holy by Hindus). This is followed by the gaye holud where the bride and groom are individually smeared in holud (turmeric paste). This is said to soften the skin. The wedding ceremony comes next where the groom arrives to the bride’s home. The groom’s mother doesn’t usually participate in the wedding as this is considered to have a negative impact on the couple’s married life. The groom changes into the wedding attire that is gifted by the bride’s family on his arrival. The bride joins the wedding ceremony a little later, carried on a wooden seat called piri. Now, that’s what we call “Making an Entrance!” She then encircles the groom seven times symbolising the seven lives that each of them will live for, as a married couple. Heavy ululation and blowing of conch shells is a common affair at Bengali weddings.

No matter which region, weddings are a time for fun and bonding for the bridal couple and their families. Perhaps that’s what they mean when they say ‘Unity in Diversity’!

A Punjabi Bride displaying her mehendi and traditional bridal bangles

A Bengali Bride

“The groom’s mother doesn’t usually participate in the wedding as this is considered to have a negative impact on the couple’s married life.”

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n idea every day, a new design every week - This is the story of how Athar fashion has attracted people of all ages with their value inspired designs.

“Athar” meaning “Trace” is a young ambitious Bahraini project that designs clothes in a creative and innovative way with the aim of implementing each design with a value. This local brand took its first step in the beginning of the year 2013, and started their journey by creating simple yet innovative and well thought out designs. Jaafar says that it’s the little details in his everyday life that inspires him- from the cartoons that the kids enjoy, to daily thoughts of love and peace. The purpose is to

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Today, designers mainly focus on the style, design, or the artist himself. Athar, on the other hand focuses on the individual wearing the design. “These designs leave a story behind, hence our tagline. Our clothes are our second skin. What one wears speaks greatly of their character, personality and nature. Our product is not just a piece of cloth. It is something to relate to” says Jaafar. Having a combination of English and Arabic together in the design has

proven to transform values through innovative methods. It has been the sole inspiration for many to pick up their product. Athar seeks to share their value based designs

with schools, NGOs and with any customer. “The Value Show”, Jaafar’s best Athar

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Every piece in this collection is perfect for the season. Beautiful summer colours, interesting prints and comfortable designs make these bags, footwear and apparel, a wardrobe must-have. The luxury fashion marquee also marks Father’s Day this month with their fresh men’s collection.

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An air of sophistication and an expression of pleasure best defines this stylish collection.

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hese divine couture pieces are designed to spell elegance and panache. The Rami Al Ali label was created in the year 2000. The designer got his big break in 2009 when his Spring/Summer

couture collection graced the runway at Rome’s Alta Roma couture week. This was the first time he engaged professionally with the European fashion media.

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Rami Al Ali’s success was further cemented by being named as one of the top 50 most influential Arabs by The Middle East Magazine. His work has been associated with many elite events and shows alongside other revered couture brands. Designer Rami Al Ali is now on his third consecutive season in Paris.

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Sourcing luxury and quality fabrics for each of his collections, Rami Al Ali likes working with soft and rich fabrics that can be manipulated to flatter the female silhouette. “For my SS2013 collection in particular, I worked with satin, brocade, tulle, organza and fluid georgette – mixing these fabrics together created really unique shapes and textures.”


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Although couture doesn’t necessarily follow the same rules as ready-to-wear in terms of colour trends, Rami Al Ali likes working with a neutral colour palette. He believes that couture pieces are always timeless and elegant and likes to explore different colour palettes for each of his collections.“For my SS2013 collection, the colour palette I used was very pale and translucent and incorporated ivory, pale gold, black, off-white, beige and a few pastel pieces to stand out amongst the neutral tones of the collection.”


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Rami Al Ali’s Fashion Philosophy:“My design aesthetic is always centered around beauty and femininity and this is reflected through my dresses which are always created with the female silhouette in mind. They often incorporate designs with clinched-in waists and delicate yet intricate detail.”

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Summer on the RivieraWelcome to the new “bronzing” range by Bourjois-BB Bronzer, mattifying primer, maxi bronzing powder and a fabulous mousse bronzer for the body. Enhance your natural shades and glow with pleasure.

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AMOUAGE Opus VIIOpus VII is a green, woody and leather fragrance that arouses harmony. This masterful composition of expression was crafted with the true perfume connoisseur in mind, irrespective of age and gender. The Amouage’s Library Collection is a

celebration of integrity, creativity and virtuosity. Inspired by the knowledge and experience drawn from the art of living, this

collection reveals many facets of a discovery.

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L’Été Papillon de CHANELCHANEL chooses the most vibrant hues and composes a poetic beauty look that combines energy, carefree feel of the most gorgeous season. Inspired by the butterfly wings, the colour blocks have endless combinations. These eye shadows are beautifully made to give the eye a graceful gaze.

Unless otherwise stated, products are available at leading cosmetic outlets.

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Blu by Ajmal Refined and sophisticated French fragrance, this masculine fresh Eau De Parfum caters to the contemporary tastes of energetic and spirited young men. It is a distinguished aroma that blends fresh notes like Bergamot, lavender and watermelon with ingredients like lotus and jasmine and a base of sandalwood, musk and amber. Blu by Ajmal’s composition offers a refreshing choice for men with a penchant for the great outdoors.

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Dahn Al Oudh Al NuwayraDesigned to be worn both by men and women, Dahn Al Oudh Al Nuwayra is created to their traditional roots. This rich concentrated Perfume Oil is alluring for every Dahn Al Oudh - enthusiast. It features Indian and Cambodi blends fortified with Musk.

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Why is Grasse considered to be the world’s perfume capital?The story of the town and fragrance was originally linked to that of the tanners and glove makers, who would use plant essences to hide the smell of leather. To make their fragrant essences, they first looked for flowers and precious raw materials in the Grasse region – its favourable micro-climate making it ideal. This prompted a development in the cultivation of fragrant plants over the centuries.

Then the most adventurous Grasse perfumers sought out precious raw materials from further afield, such as magnolia from the Far East or vanilla from Madagascar, to enrich the perfumer’s palette.

And so it was that Grasse became the world’s perfume capital – a meeting point for ingredients from lands near and far. It wasn’t long before the greatest perfumers were developing their skills in the laboratories of Grasse.

Who is La Collection de Grasse aimed at?La Collection de Grasse consists of four fragrances, so there is something for everyone. Anyone should be able to find a fragrance that they love. Jasmin & Bergamote is aimed at women

who are looking for a refined, floral scent that is both delicate and fresh. Magnolia & Mûre will delight women who

long for mystery, for an elegant and refined eau de toilette that reveals itself over time. Vanille & Narcisse will appeal to women

who are looking for a sensual, enveloping skin scent. Ever fresh, Thé Vert & Bigarade is aimed at

men and women alike.

What makes your fragrances different from those by competing brands?These eau de toilette are inspired by the scents of nature; they are not artificial, abstract blends. It’s a little like in art, where we prefer figurative representations, sketches that enhance the ingredients but leave them always recognisable, a bit like the work of impressionists, rather than very abstract, conceptual representations. It’s like with singing, when we look for notes that have absolute precision and purity, and are perfectly in tune.

What is the difference between these new fragrances and other fragrances from L’OCCITANE?L’OCCITANE fragrances are usually composed around one key ingredient. The fragrances in this collection highlight two ingredients – and this makes them more faceted. Fans of L’OCCITANE will love them twice as much!

The fragrances in La Collection de Grasse also have very distinctive personalities and a long-lasting, lingering trail.

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Health

HealthUpdates

CornSummer screams fresh sweet corn. Corn is a surprising source of several vitamins. It is rich in antioxidants that help filter the heat in your body. Folic acid present in corn helps prevent heart diseases. They also lower the risk of age related problems that one might face.

CherriesThey are said to be a host of health benefits. They contain antioxidants that help reduce the risk of heart diseases and cancer. Besides helping you get a better night sleep and ease pain caused due to workouts, they also help you get leaner. They help speed up fat burning and decrease the storage of fats in your body. That’s not all! They are called ‘brain food’ because they help in the brain health and help prevent memory loss.

ummer diets must consist of light meals like fruits and vegetables that are abundantly available in season. They are rich in nutrients and generally low in calories. This makes them ideal for a healthy diet. This season is all about colour. While adding colour to your wardrobe, you can also add colour to your

diet. Bright coloured fruits and vegetables will only do wonders to your body. So, make your meals more colourful and interesting.

WatermelonStaying hydrated during the summer is important for a healthy body. Water does have its benefits in removing toxins from your body and helping in weight loss. Finding water based fruits and vegetables like watermelon does wonders to your body. It keeps your memory sharp and mood stable. Along with that, it helps keep your body cool during the hot summer. Water consumption just got a whole lot more fun. With drinking water, you can now eat it too.

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HealthUpdatesBerriesTiny, tasty, colourful, they are powerful allies for your health, protecting everything from head to toe. The entire berry family is said be full of nutrients. They are a great source of fibre that help lower cholesterol. Adding more fibre to your diet also helps in weight loss. Fibre is a nutrient important for a healthy digestive system.

4If you’re anything like us, your scaly knees and bumpy arms have seen better days. A quick fix may be tempting, but we have a better idea- Dry Brushing.

It may sound harsh, but dry brushing is bracing in a good way. It is an ancient ritual that was once practiced in Greece and Japan. It’s an exfoliation method that uses a natural bristle brush to promote circulation and smooth the skin’s surface by taking off dead skin cells.

Dry brushing has benefits besides sweeping away dead, dull skin cells. It stimulates circulation and moves lymph fluid in the body to promote detoxification. This method of exfoliation can be better suited to those with sensitive skin. The natural bristle brush makes for a

gentle way to exfoliate. It is commonly offered as a treatment in spas, but it’s perfectly safe to attempt at home — as long as you have the right tool. It’s important to find the right brush to use. A natural bristle brush, rather than a synthetic one is better as it will be less harsh and will not scratch the skin.

To start, gently brush your skin starting from the outer limbs, moving towards the heart. Long, sweeping motions are the best, rather than small isolated circles, where you may over stimulate with too many passes.

When you are finished, rinse your skin and your brush off, and always moisturise to rehydrate the skin. While it is fine to dry brush up to once or twice a day, we recommend giving your skin a breather between treatments.

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A car manual always has a precautionary note to roll down the windows to let the hot air out before turning on the A/C. This is why! Most people are in their cars first thing in the morning and the last thing at night, seven days a week. According to research, the car’s dashboard, seats, A/C ducts, all of the plastic objects in your vehicle emit Benzene, a cancer causing toxin. It affects the kidneys and livers too.

“When someone shares something of value with you and you benefit from it, you have a moral obligation to share it with others.’”

A BIG CARCINOGEN!Take the time to observe the smell of heated plastic in your car when you open it, and before you start it up. Benzene also poisons your bones, causes anemia and reduces white blood cells. Continuous exposure can cause leukemia and increase the risk of some cancers. It is also said to cause miscarriage in pregnant women.

Protect your life. Do not turn the A/C on as soon as you enter the car. Open the windows once you enter the car, let the interiors air out, and after a couple of minutes turn ON the A/C.

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Stay Cool, Naturally!ummers can get

challenging, especially in this part of the world. Here are some Ayurvedic tips that will help you brave the heat. Better known as alternative medicine, Ayurveda helps you discover the limitless

benefits of basic items on your grocery list. “Avoid eating hot, spicy, salty and sour

food,” says Dr PK Abjith, Medical Director at The Indian Ayurvedic Medical Centre in Mahooz, “instead go for sweet or bitter food.” Many fruits like apples, apricots, berries, cherries, plums and oranges could be sweet or sour and so you may have to choose carefully. Sweet fruits include avocados, dates, prunes, pears, and melons. Some of the sweet/bitter vegetables that you could snack on are asparagus, broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, leafy greens, peas and celery. Pungent vegetables like garlic, onions and bell-peppers must be avoided. Go slow on caffeine and avoid ‘partying too hard’; these liquids are sharp and heating. Try drinking plenty of cool liquids, though not iced.

Refreshing physical activities including swimming, gentle yoga and walks in the fresh air are great exercise options. “Avoid midday workouts as the sun is strongest at that time,” he says. Sunburns aggravate pitta (acidity) and so don’t forget to smear those sunscreens while your outdoors. Moon-baths* are cooling and calming for the skin. Replace hot tubs and steam rooms with a cool dip in the pool or a swim at the beach. It’s better to wearing light coloured and well-ventilated clothing. Pick cooling colors such as white and blue.

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• Dhanyaka (Coriandrum Sativum) A cold infusion of coriander seeds flushes heat out of the urinary system. The diuretic and digestive

qualities aid detoxifying the blood and it also fights summer allergies. Mashed coriander, soaked in the water for the whole night if applied to the eyes gives relief from inflammation, red-eye and prevents

conjunctivitis and chicken pox in the eyes.

• Useera (Vetiveria Zizanioides)The root of this herb in powder form and as a cold or hot infusion helps keep the body cool in addition to fighting hyper perspiration, burning or hyper-acidity.

• Shariba (Hemidesmus Indicus)This herb serves as a tonic, diuretic and blood-purifier. An Infusion or decoction syrup made from its roots is used as a flavoring agent in sherbets (cold drinks) and is cooling.

• Shatavari (Asparagus Recemosus)It helps rid the body of excess pitta and is bitter, sweet and cooling. Shatavari supports proper functioning of the liver apart from soothing and protecting inflamed membranes of the stomach and urinary tract.

• Neem (Asadiracta Indica)This herb is used for skin inflammations and due

to its bitter nature is highly effective in removing pitta from the body. It is also a natural antibacterial, antiviral and anti-parasitic herb. This one promises healthy skin and a clear complexion.

• Amalaki (Phyllanthus Emblica)Prevent the accumulation of pitta in the body and rejuvenate your entire system with goose berries. It promotes a healthy gastro intestinal tract and eliminates toxins. A rich natural source of antioxidants, it also promotes proper digestion and strengthens immunity.

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Opinion

John R Ridley

Who Will Save The Honey Bees?

John Ridley talks about the decline of bees and their importance in our ecosystem.

cross the hills and meadows of Europe, to the fertile mountains and valleys of Lebanon, Yemen and Saudi Arabia, hot summer days are perfect for bees. Drawn by the scents of wildflowers,

oak, thistle, and juniper, and the fragrances wafting from cherry, plum, and apple orchards, armies of bees collect nectar to be taken to the hive and made into honey.

Some honeys are sweet; others slightly spicy, the distinct flavours come from the crops upon which the bees have foraged. According to a recent study, bees in the area around Mount Hermon in Lebanon, feed on, and pollinate, 2,700 varieties of plants, 500 of which are nectar producing.

Besides providing honey, bees are a critical part of the wider ecosystem upon which we all depend. Whilst collecting nectar and pollen, they pollinate the plants upon which they are foraging. Without them, a large proportion of plants would not produce the fruit, berries and seeds that we, and many insects, birds, and animals eat.

Across the world the natural, organic, approach to agriculture is under threat; bees

are in trouble, and their numbers are dropping. So important are they, that the farmers around Mount Hermon are adapting their farming methods to be beneficial to bees.

More than 30 separate scientific studies have found links between certain pesticides and falling bee numbers. Last month, 15 of the 27 member states of the European Union voted for a two-year restriction on the use of these pesticides on flowering crops that attract bees. The ban will remain in place throughout the EU for two years.

Whilst the EU was right to take a precautionary approach to the dangers of toxins used in agriculture, the vote has focused attention upon a single issue, and inevitably many will assume that the ban will solve the decline in bee health, it will not. Besides pesticides, bee decline is caused by changes in land use,

habitat loss, development, disease, farming practices and pollution.

Human activities are leading to the ever declining health of bees; so essential are they to our food production that a collapse in their population must inevitably lead to a failure in our own food supply.

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“Human activities are leading to the ever declining health of bees; so essential are they to our food production that a collapse in their population must inevitably lead to a failure in our own food supply.”

John Ridley is a Bahrain based journalist, writer and broadcaster, visit his web sites at www.ghostwriting.me or www.johnridley.nu

and fertilisers, over organic methods, we are destroying the very heart of the ecosystem that sustains us

Opinion

Eng. Rehan AhmedThink-Eat-Save.

WorldEnvironment Day 2013

orld Environment Day (WED) is the largest social event observed globally on 5th June every year to

promote awareness on the importance of preserving our fragile environment and ways to take corrective action.

In 2013 the WED theme is ‘Think-Eat-Save’ and will be celebrated in Mongolia. WED is a day for people to come together to ensure a cleaner, greener and brighter outlook for themselves and future generations.

The theme is on the importance of food loss and food waste which leads to wasteful use of chemicals such as fertilisers and pesticides; more fuel used for transportation; utilising more land, energy, labour and capital. The decomposition of food waste creates methane gas, one of the most harmful greenhouse gas (GHG) that contributes to climate change. The huge quantity of food waste going to landfills makes a significant contribution to global warming.

Around one third of the food produced in the world for human consumption every year or approximately 1.3 billion tons gets lost or wasted which is equivalent to 6-10 per cent of human-generated GHG.

In USA, 30 per cent of all food, worth USD48.3 billion, is thrown away each

year. UK households waste an estimated 6.7 mMT of food every year, around one third of the 21.7 mMT purchased. This means that approximately 32 per cent of all food purchased per year is not eaten. In Bahrain around 15-25 per cent of all food purchased goes waste and finds its way to the garbage bin before even being used or eaten.

Over 300 tons per day of organic food waste is being generated as domestic waste in the country constitutes 11 per cent of the total municipal waste. The discarded food waste is being collected by the local private contractors and disposed at the Asker municipal landfill site.

While the dumping of food and other organic waste poses many serious environmental problems like attracting birds, proliferation of virmins and insects, occupying valuable land resources and generation of GHG, the major problem is a huge waste of money, as foreign exchange is spent in procuring the expensive food

items which are mainly imported from foreign countries.

We need to understand that there are nearly one

billion malnourished people in the world, with this wasted food we can satisfy their hunger. 10 per cent

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“Fresh products like fish, eggs, milk, fruits and vegetables make up most of household food waste.”

of rich countries’ GHG come from growing food that is never eaten. It is worth reminding ourselves that for every ton of food waste we avoid creating, we save four and a half tons of carbon dioxide equivalent.

4600 kilocalories per day of food are harvested for every person on the planet; of these, only around 2000 on average is eaten, more than half of it is lost on the way. With strict quality control systems, around 20 per cent of fruit and vegetables are rejected even before they reach the shops.

Fresh products like fish, eggs, milk, fruits and vegetables make up most of household food waste. Much of household food waste is due to spoilage, overcooking, plate waste and over-purchasing. Food waste occurs also due to food not being used in time and caused by people cooking or serving in extra quantities.

The solution lies in sustainable consumption and about ‘doing more and better with less,’ through reducing resource use, degradation and pollution while increasing the quality of life for all.

The WED message is: Buying in actual quantities rather than

randomly. Buying items with a longer expiry dates. Buying food items especially fruits and

vegetables in limited quantities depending on actual use. Storing, saving and re-using the left over as

it is or making other food/eatables from left overs. Inculcating good food utilising and storage

habits among children and juniors.

Eng. Rehan Ahmed, Head of Waste Disposal Unit, Supreme Council for the Environment. Email: [email protected]



Opinion

Energy Ascendence

Kelly Armatage

Kelly Armatage; Healer, Coach, Speaker & Seminar Facilitator writes on how we have the power to increase or decrease our emotional state at any time.

ll of us have the tools, capacity and power to vibrate the highest emotional energy possible to go through our lives. Likewise, we have the mind muscle to vibrate at very low

emotional energy levels, which ensures that we remain blocked from truly going forward on our paths.

Do you remember when you last felt inspired, motivated and vibrant, whereby every cell in your body pulsated with positivity? During this uplifting energy, tasks that lie before us seem infinitely conquerable. The thing is we actually have the innate ability to feel like this 24 hours a day, if we choose to.

It transpires from the knowledge of how to get into this emotional state. Let’s look at the example of a very low mood energy; depression. What does one have to do to get into a state of depression? Very simple really – just change their posture and decrease their thinking to thoughts of despair. By crunching our bodies inward, with our heads bowed and our shoulders slumped, perhaps even wringing our hands in distress produces an immediate physiological reaction of negative emotional energy. Combine this with a few thousand stressful thoughts over a period of time and we are well on the way to being diagnosed as depressed.

On the contrary, if we were to change our posture outwards ie head up, shoulders back, chin out, hands away from the body; we immediately feel a physiological reaction of relief. Add to this, rumination within the mind of the most empowering, positive and

uplifting thoughts possible, then we are en route to an elevation of emotional energy. The upshot of this is feelings of joy, happiness and if the method is implemented long enough, even bliss.

Try it now – change your posture to an inward one and check how you feel. Then do the opposite and amend your posture outwards and again, observe how you feel.

Then focus your thoughts on the visualisation of your perfect future, with specific details of living the life of your dreams. Within seconds, you will elevate your emotional energy. This is a simple technique on how we change our emotional state. So even if we were in a prison, we could feel inner contentment. Under any negative, external condition we have the power to feel good.

Yet, too many people ‘enjoy’ the familiarity of negative emotions. We find habitual consolation in the emotions of frustration, depression and despair. It is a comfort zone for some, with many psychological rewards of living in this way.

The opposite higher emotions of ease and satisfaction only felt fleetingly from external sources such as junk food, the purchase of material items, external validation and so on.

It is beneficial to analyse any subconscious pay-offs we may be getting from negative behaviours employed on a daily basis. Do you procrastinate, get depressed, over-eat, start conflict, have panic attacks or put others first? In all of these behaviours subconscious pay-offs exist, which will guarantee difficulty to break away from the habit.

A good Therapist can assist to dismantle negative behaviours via the awareness and removal of subconscious rewards, as well as guiding us to the highest emotional energy available. When we are vibrating at a high energetic state; we are a pleasure to be around, our daily tasks and dream goals are easy to achieve and life is something that we flow through, rather than resist.

We have the aptitude to feel and pulsate the uppermost emotional energy possible for as long as we want to and bring heaven on earth into our life experience. For how long will you ascend to the garden of paradise that springs eternal within your mind and emotions today?

Kelly Armatage. Director of Kelly Armatage Inc. CR 78083.Counselling, Coaching, CBT, Corporate/Personal Workshops, Meditation Tel. +973 1700 2320Mob: +973 3993 1399Email: [email protected]: www.kellyarmatage.com Like us on facebook: www.facebook.com/KellyArmatageInc

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body; we immediately feel a physiological reaction of relief.”

Intrepid traveller, Rohan Shanker, has crisscrossed the globe in search for adventure. Writing exclusively for Bahrain Confidential this month, he shares some musings from his most recent quest – looking for the perfect scuba diving holiday.

4 flights. 3 cities. 2 airlines.1 boat ride. Total travel time: 29 hours and 40 minutes.

Lying in a hammock, watching the sun sink into the sea, while white-tip reef sharks swim under my water cottage hunting a school of fish: Priceless!

Reaching Papua in New Guinea, Indonesia seems like quite an ordeal on paper and will perhaps turn off most travelers from ever going beyond the traditional tourist hot spot of Bali in Indonesia, but for me spending an entire week in Papua Paradise Eco Resort made the journey completely worthwhile.

Located in the famed and undisputed capital of scuba diving in Asia, Papua lies at the heart of the most bio-diverse marine region on earth – Raja Ampat. Literally meaning ‘The Four Kings’, the lexis used to describe this remote corner of the world includes ‘breathtakingly beautiful, enchanting, nature untouched’ … and none would be far from the truth. For me, it is ‘Heaven on Earth’!

In order to experience the majesty of this exceptional variety of coral and marine

life, I stayed at the PADI-certified resort, Papua Paradise. Managed by a couple – Leah Sindel and Chris Hamilton – the resort provides the ideal gateway for anyone wanting to leave the turmoil of city life behind and move to a simpler, more rustic, perhaps slower, pace of existence.

Birie island is home to only the Resort and its staff and it’s approximate 2km circumference can be traversed in less than 30 minutes. Keeping with the eco-friendly axiom, all guest cottages are built over the coral reef with natural materials by traditional construction

Papua is Paradise!

methods and face the sunset. Most evening, after a rigorous dive schedule, I’d curl into a hammock with a Kindle and watch the sunset as nature put on her colourful show.

If that isn’t enough, Paupa Paradise’s two house reefs are good for both

diving and snorkeling. With experienced dive masters,

who were willing to go the extra nautical mile

to ensure the safety of guests and the

reef alike, within seven days of stay there, I had spotted white-tip reef sharks, walking sharks, blue spotted stingrays, octopuses, lobsters, crabs, sea

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snakes, eels and not to forget the hundreds of varieties of fish; and often from the comfort of my cottage. Of course, for a closer look you’ll need to jump into the water that’s 28-30°C all year around.

Birie island’s 30 plus dive sites give you access to some of the richest coral reefs in the world. Crystal clean bays, mangrove shores, deep water reefs and a WWII plane wreck offer perfect opportunities for all levels of diving. Don’t fret if you don’t know how to dive; the dive managers are happy to teach or even give you a refresher course. The sheer plethora of life, color, size and shapes is awe inspiring at any depth. All in all, Raja Ampat offers enough adventure for amateur or advance divers alike, or even for a snorkeler looking for a lazy float.

With friendly staff, an atmosphere of trust and a sense of complete freedom, it doesn’t take long for the resort to become a home away from home. During my time there Lithuanian, German, Dutch, Australian and Japanese guests of all ages mingled, swapping stories, four times a day during meals in the sea-view restaurant that provided a mix of homely western food and some extremely delectable Indonesian fare such as NasiGoreng, MiGoreng, Beef Rendangand fresh fish dishes.

Each morning, I was woken by the chirp of a thousand birds leaving their nests for the day and each evening, was lulled into sleep by the rhythmic sound of the waves hitting the white sandy beach behind my cottage mixed with the cacophony of crickets and frogs that sounded almost orchestrated. Even though you might be alone, nature is a constant companion.

This is not a typical Indonesian holiday – this is Papua. It has a strange, yet familiar, island holiday culture that is positively infectious and beckons your back

Rohan Shanker can be reached at:[email protected]

Rohan Shanker in repose

A school of fish swims underneath Rohan's cottage

Papua Paradise Eco Resort

A finger coral at its best in one of Raja Ampat’s reefs

Located in a remote corner of Indonesia’s 17,508 islands chain, Raja Ampat is the ideal getaway for anyone looking for sun, sand, sea and tranquility.


Travel

British Airways in 2013 celebrates 10 years of flights from London City Airport! The first aircraft with a British Airways tail, an Avro RJ100, took off from the Docklands airport on 30th March 2003 operating to Paris and Frankfurt. Now ten years on, the airline is the biggest operator at London City, flying to 24 destinations in the UK, Europe and USA.

British Airways offers free seat selection 24 hours in advance!

British Airways allows 23kg checked baggage allowance so you can shop to your heart’s content!

British Airways allows you to wine and dine on the finest quality food and drinks on board.

British Airways has tied up with over 8000 hotels for you to pick and choose from.

The customer service is prompt and provides a 24-hour support helpline!

With British Airways you can earn upto 10,000 bonus Avios!

British Airways provides you with multiple check in options- Airport, online or mobile.

With British Airways, you can plan and save while you are on holiday! You can book your flight and hotel or flight and car hire and enjoy great discounts.

For bookings visit: www.ba.com

London’s Fashion and

Shopping Districts

London is one of the world’s top

Oxford Street London’s busiest street has more than 300 shops, designer outlets and landmark stores like Selfridges, John Lewis and Debenhams scattered among every well-known high street chain imaginable.

Regent Street and Jermyn StreetA great place to window shop, the street offers a good range of mid-priced fashion stores as well as the city’s most famous shops including Hamleys, Liberty and The Apple Store. Don’t miss Jermyn Street for the men in your life as its famous for its bespoke shirt makers!

Bond Street and MayfairPopular with celebrities on a spree! It has the best concentration of designer shops in the world, including Donna Karan, Prada, Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Mulberry and more!

Westfield LondonThe largest urban shopping centre in Europe hosts brands such as Debenhams, Next, Marks & Spencer and House of Fraser plus 275 luxury, premium and high-street retailers along with cinema, gym, several bars and restaurants.

Carnaby StreetThe birthplace of the fashion and cultural revolution during the Swinging 60s features more than 150 brands and over 50 independent restaurants and bars.

Covent Garden Neal Street is probably the best shoe shopping street in the capital, with numerous trendy outlets including Office, Foot Locker and Size. High Street outlets include Oasis, French Connection, Zara, Urban Outfitters, Hobbs, Marks & Spencer, Mango and more!

The Victoria & Albert MuseumNamed by Queen Victoria in honour of her late husband, the V&A now houses 3000 years’ worth of art and design from all over the world.

The National GalleryHome to one of the world’s greatest collections of Western European painting, spanning the 13th to 19th centuries. Some of the gallery’s most famous exhibits include Turner’s The Fighting Temeraire, Constable’s The Hay Wain and Van Gogh’s Sunflowers.

King’s RoadFind an eclectic mix of unique labels, designer shops and high-street staples, alongside a vast array of cafes and eateries. A great place for inspirational interior design, with Peter Jones, Heal’s, Cath Kidston and Habitat all vying for attention with Chelsea Antiques Market, a treasure trove of antiques.

Notting HillFamous worldwide thanks to the film of the same name, Notting Hill offers a vast array of small, unique shops selling vintage clothing, rare antiques, quirky gifts, books and organic food.

Canary WharfCanada Square boasts more than 200 shops, with all the major high-street chains and designer stores. One of London’s most chilled-out shopping experiences.

Savile RowKnown worldwide as the home of bespoke British tailoring, Savile Row is the place to come if you want a handmade suit crafted the old-fashioned way!

Knightsbridge Harrods is the most famous of the local shops, a huge tourist attraction or you could head to Harvey Nichols. Looking for designer clothes, look no further than Sloane Street for brands like, Christian Dior, Chanel, Prada, Gucci and more.

London MarketsLondon is also renowned for its diverse range of street markets. Ideal for thrifty shoppers, these markets are great for picking up a bargain as well as sourcing stylish vintage items.

With daily worldwide flights, from a wide range of destinations, there’s no better way to fly to London than with British Airways.

Shop till youDrop!shopping destinations and a complete shopper’s delight! We totally recommend

booking a weekend with your girlfriends for some heavy duty retail therapy!

by Pooja Rajpal Kasala

A quick guide to shopping in London!

amaha, the world’s leading manufacturer of musical instruments launched the CLAVINOVA FESTIVAL 2013 with its new models of Digital Pianos under

the world-renowned Clavinova range at the Bahrain City Centre recently.

Three days were completely dedicated to a Carnival of music! The kingdom experienced a myriad of semi-professional and talented amateur musicians who performed live at Bahrain City Centre. There was also a live performance by Yamaha pianist Mariia Stoianova. Being an expert in all things piano, visitors got valuable tips from Ms Stoianova on a spectrum of questions related to Yamaha Clavinova and its incredible range of features.

Yamaha Clavinova Festival 2013 at the Bahrain City Centre showcased a range of digital pianos. Hundreds of Piano enthusiasts, amateur pianists, professional piano teachers and students from Bahrain’s various music schools and general audience visited the Road Show and took part in the event and enjoyed listening to and playing popular music pieces on the digital pianos.

Children as young as four years and adults as old as 70 years tried out the pianos and took part in live on the spot performances. There were on-the-spot quiz competitions and many children and adults took away Yamaha branded items.

Everyone who played a live music piece also won Yamaha branded gifts. Moreover, those keen on purchasing the Clavinova pianos were presented with an exclusive special offer coupon which entitled them to receive a BD30 worth Yamaha headphone monitor free on purchase of any Yamaha Clavinova Digital piano, valid till 30th June 2013.

A creation of over a century of Yamaha craftsmanship, skills and innovations, these Clavinova pianos provide new ways of playing the piano.

The new CVP series from Clavinova has something for everybody right from the professional pianist to the novice.

Time to bring out the entertainer in you! Now you can play an ensemble all by yourself. Even if you’re not good at reading music, educational features like Guide Lamps show you which keys to play. A wide range of accompaniments ensure that you have a complete backing band when you entertain. Plug in a microphone and

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you become a one-man band complete with guitars, bass and drums.

For the professional pianist the Clavinova gives you the GH3 (Graded Hammer Effect 3) technology. This new keyboard provides the characteristic weight balance between key and hammer, and features weight gradations of the keys: heavy in the lower end, light in the upper keys. With two velocity sensors, it even lets you use techniques previously possible only on a real grand piano.

All the models feature USB device connectivity and direct connectivity to the internet. Various finishes and shades of wood are offered to match your tastes and styles of decor.

Ambassador Stores, the exclusive dealers for the world-renowned Yamaha professional musical equipment and audio/video products, have always been recognised for providing high performance products with

excellent value for money.Even though the Road show is over,

the experience never ends. Head towards Ambassador Stores in Manama, near Bab Al Bahrain to feel and experience Yamaha Clavinova pianos and let the music play on

Ambassador Stores is located at Government Avenue, opp Citibank, near Bab Al Bahrain, Manama. Tel. +973 1722 5513.

If music be the food of love …. Play on!

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Interview

VIVA Bahrain in association with Manchester United selected 22 best footballers, in Bahrain for a week-long training in the UK. Lami Sonola and Ben Charlton, Manchester United Foundation (MUF) coaches talk to Melissa Nazareth about their experience in discovering young talent on the island.

Bahrain Confidential (BC): What skill-set does Manchester United Soccer School (MUSS) look at for the selection process? MUF Coaches (MUF): It’s important to be the entire package. Of course talent and technique is important but we don’t just rely on that as there are many players who have natural ability. We also see other elements like leadership skills and soft-skills. It’s important as to how the player carries himself or herself on the pitch. Physical maturation is another aspect, basically how they use their body.

BC: What do you think of Bahrain’s football talent?MUF: We’ve witnessed a huge energy for

participation at the tournament, this year. The kids were great. No one

argued with the referees and they all listened to the coaches, both the girls and boys. The work ethic in Bahrain is just fantastic.

BC: What do you think of the sports sector in Bahrain?MUF: Bahrain has been excelling in world sports. There’s Formula 1; then there are other big sporting events that Bahrain is bidding for like the Olymics and World Championships in Athletics, which is great.

BC: Bahrain is considered a Football crazy nation since forever. Do you agree?MUF: Oh yes! We couldn’t get through the customs, at the airport without having a conversation about Manchester United and other favourite teams. Everything we’ve seen on television is about football. Bahrain has embraced sports very well and this is evident in the talent we saw at the tournament.

BC: Of course Manchester United is a brand in itself; though from your point of view what is the USP of MUSS? MUF: Manchester United is a global brand. On record, we have 7 million supporters world wide; that is a tenth of the world’s population of Reds. We have a family ethic, at the club where we focus on youth. This is demonstrated by Sir Alex Ferguson being at the helm for over 26 years. We really look after our own, be it ambassadors to the club or young kids coming through.

BC: How was the overall experience of being in Bahrain?MUF: It was an absolute pleasure coming here. We have been working with VIVA telecom for the past three years now and they are doing some fantastic work in the region. Back home we work for the Manchester United Foundation, basically working in the community, globally. We were happy that VIVA also shares these values to inspire potential and fulfill dreams.

VIVA-MUSS 2013

“We couldn’t get through the customs, at the airport without having a conversation about Manchester United and other favourite teams.”

“We must not only plan and act, but also dream and believe in order to accomplish great things.” - Hanan Alyusuf (One of the Winners)

Coach Lami Sonola

Coach Ben Charlton

“I am really pleased to have been selected and can’t wait to train in Manchester as it’s very close to where I grew up. As the song says, ‘Football’s Coming Home!’” - Tom Noble (One of the Winners)

Wanderlust!With the holidays coming up and all the travel talk happening, we decided to round up some of our favourite travel essentials for a fun filled vacation!

Wheeled Suitcase/Backpack/Duffel BagGet rid of strained muscles and backaches by stuffing your things in a wheeled luggage. It makes transporting your luggage more convenient and faster.

DaypackFor carrying your maps, snacks and bottled water.

Comfortable ShoesPack shoes you can walk in, no high heels or beach sandals (unless you are headed to the beach!)

Personal Toiletries/ Medications/GlassesCarry three-ounce bottle of liquids and gels which are easy to carry. Pack medicines in a separate pouch so that there’s no spillover from the toiletries.

Money Belt and Small PadlockPickpockets are super quick, get yourself a money belt and use it! Keep your valuables secure with a padlock in the hotel, while you are out. Or you could carry along a light weight cable lock.

Rain GearCollapsible umbrellas, water-repellent jackets, ponchos and folding hats make all-weather travel bearable.

Travel AlarmIt’s a must if you are traveling with a tour group. People use the alarm functions on their watches or cell phones for this purpose.

Voltage Converter and Plug AdaptersCarry plug adapters. Some hair dryers, camera chargers, laptops and cell phones are dual voltage, but others need a voltage converter.

Map/GuidebookBring guidebooks and domestic maps with you! Be self sufficient! You don’t want to be lost in a new place!

Backup DocumentsMake copies of your passport and tickets and keep them in a safe place in your luggage. Carry along important telephone numbers of family and friends, your bank, credit card company and your travel agent.

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Society

AWA’s Henna PartyAmerican Women’s Association (AWA) hosted a henna party at Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq Thalassa Sea And Spa on 18th April.

The American Women’s Association of Bahrain

Adrana, Sheran, Audrey, Carolina, Maria and Anna

Nya, Rose and Sheryl

Tracey, Margaret, Liz, Leeann and

Bicky

Oraib, Muneera and

Lisa

Society If you don’t spot a picture of yourself or your friends on our Society Pages, you can always check our online newsletter which is updated regularly. Visit www.FashionArabia.net

AWA General MeetingAmerican Women’s Association (AWA) held their General Meeting at the Riffa Views Golf Club on 15th April.AWA New Board

Members with the out going Board Members

Lori, Adriana, Gaye, Leanne, Beverley, Liz and Tracey


Society

Latest society photos at www.FashionArabia.net

The K Hotel Chef Sylvester Rozario’s Cooking ClassA special cooking class with Chef Sylvester Rozario was held at The K Hotel on 18th April.

Sascha Benoit, Chef Sylvester Rozario, Bilal Ahmed and team

Chef Sylvester Rozario and teamChelsea, Meryem and Bilal Ahmed

Chef Sylvester Rozario

Chef Alex

Harley-Davidson at The K HotelHarley-Davidson organised a gathering for motorcycle enthusiasts from Bahrain and Saudi Arabia at Kenza Lounge Restaurant in The K Hotel on 2nd May.

Paul and Monkher

Shadi, Jamal and Mohsin

Shaikh Abdulla Al Khalifa, Faisal and Diana

Khalid and EbrahimAtle and Maly Pascal and FranceMohsin, Banter and Moataz

Mairi Thomas Art Exhibition“The Painted Surface”, a solo art exhibition by Mairi Thomas was held on 4th May at the World Beat Fitness Centre & Café.

Mairi Thomas

Mairi Thomas with guests


Society


Azadea Sports TournamentThe Azadea Sports Tournament was held at the Batelco Club on 22nd April.

Natasha, Jenni, Nishel, Ranjith and colleagues

Joyce, Bianca and MerlynJenni and colleagues

Al Raja School Supports Earth Day

Al Raja School’s Earth Day 2013 supporters

Safia and DanaJerome, Gabriel, Thea and Eva

Fareed and Bahar

Jel and Susan

Azadea staff

Mai, Sara and Sakeena

Zainab and Mahmood Fadhi, Jood and Rasha

Rayana and

Jawaher

Ali and AhmedMahmood, Mohammed, Moayyed and Ali

Earth Day was celebrated at Al Raja School on 18th April.


Society


Irresistable India-Celebrating a Century of BollywoodGala Charity dinner held under the patronage of the Indian Embassy at the Gulf Convention Centre on 25th April bringing many nationalities together to pay a tribute to the largest film industry in the world.

Mahmood, Mohammed, Moayyed and Ali

Mona and Adel with Mala and friends Ambassador of India HE Dr Mohan Kumar and Mala with Shaikha Huda Al Khalifa and friends

Shaikh Salman bin Isa Al Khalifa, Shaikha Marwa, Minister of Information HE Sameera Rajab, Mala and Ambassador of India HE Dr Mohan Kumar

Bonnie, Ambassador Krajeski, Ambassador Sumi, Tomoko, Bridget and Zeina

Dancers from the Shiamak Davar troupe

Shiamak Davar troupe with guests Guests on the dance floor

Megha, Mala and Ambassador of India HE Dr Mohan Kumar

Strategic Visions: A Recipe to Construct a Meaningful LifeRetroban Bahrain’s event, Strategic Visions was held at the Capital Club on 8th May.

Usman, Sulaiman and Farhan

Saad and Sulaiman


Society


Winners at the AMA International School Third World Robotic Olympiad

Tree of Life Charity Society members

AMA International School World Robotic Olympiad organisers and winnersTeachers

McLaren and Al Ghassan Motors Press ConferenceA press conference for McLaren and Al Ghassan Motors was held at Bahrain’s World Trade Centre on 18th April.

David Leach Mark

Harrison

David Leach and Mark HarrisonCar exhibition

AMA International School Third World Robotic Olympiad The third World Robotic Olympiad for AMA International School was held on 11th April at Al Khalifa Sport City.

Elementary Participants

Tree of Life Charity Society “Second Annual Charity Bazaar”Second Charity Event organised by Tree of Life took place at The Country Mall on 27th April.

Tree of Life Charity Society organisers


Society


John, Stephenie, Sha and Momen

Bin Hindi Management and guests

Launch of the Cadenza Premium Sedan 2014 & Carens 2014AA Bin Hindi launched the Cadenza Premium Sedan 2014 & Carens 2014 at Bahrain City Centre on 2nd May.

Muju Restaurant and Lounge PartyA party was held at Muju Restaurant and Lounge, Amwaj on 27th April.

Abdul Hameed, Ahmed bin Hindi

and Abdulla

Amr, Mary and Ahmed

Tazin Mohammed bin Hindi and Nawaf bin Hindi

Chris and Siubhan Raquel, Dean and Joshua Jack and Nveuegan Pierre and Sophie Apple and Kat

Selena, Catherine and Emily Edward and Bridget Jo, Miriam and Mathew Nadia and Jean


Society


Bahrain Electricity and Water Authority and SAP Joint Press ConferenceBahrain Electricity and Water Authority and SAP held a joint press conference at Sheraton Bahrain Hotel on 5th May.

Gergi Abboud, Sam Alkharrat, Robert Enslin, HE Shaikh Nawaf bin Ibrahim Al Khalifa, Adnan Fakhro, Khalid Al Mohannadi and Hani Al Najjar

CAFB Newly Elected Board of Directors Reception The French Ambassador HE Christian Testot and his wife hosted a dinner in honour of the newly elected Club d’Affaires Franco Bahreinien (CAFB) Board of Directors on 23rd April at their residence. Among the private reception’s guests were newly elected CAFB president, Rodolphe Melki and his fellow vice president Waleed Kanoo.

The French Ambassador and Mrs Testot hosted a dinner in honour of the new board of the Club d’Affaires Franco Bahreinien (CAFB) also known as Bahraini French Business Club

Tamkeen Third Annual Business Quiz Show Tamkeen announced the launch of the Third Annual Tamkeen Business Quiz Show in cooperation with FinMark Communications. The press conference was held at Seef Mall on 30th April.

Hala Sulaiman and Zahraa Taher

Bahraini French Business Club Business DinnerClub d’Affaires Franco Bahreinien (CAFB) also known as Bahraini French Business Club held their business dinner at the InterContinental Regency Hotel on 10th April.

HE Sadiq Abdulkarim Al Shehabi

and Rodolphe Melki

Philippe Calafat, Frederic Mettetal, Abdulla Juma, HE Sadiq Abdulkarim Al Shehabi, Rodolphe Melki, Hisham Al Baradie and George Honein

Nawaf Al Zayani, Jassim Zayani, Abdulla Juma and Waleed Sharif Al Rayes

Rodolphe Melki


Society


M&S’s New Concept Store Launch at Bahrain City CentreThe launch of M&S new concept store at Bahrain City Centre was held on 14th May.

Ali, Salah, Duaij Khalifa Al Rumaihi, Ahmed and Natasha Mark Senior with Bilal and Naji

Mohammed, Mamdauh, Jaffer and AvrilNoel and MosesWilfred, Michael, May and DrueAnil

InterContinental Regency Corporate Party A corporate party was held at the InterContinental Regency Hotel on 24th April.

Heba

Michael Koth with Khalifa Rumaihi and Ali

Vera and Russia’s Ambassador to Bahrain

HE Victor Smirnov

Ryza and Jehan

Mohamed

Mark, Sharon, Rana, Peter, Laura and DarenAdel, Faiza, Dr Lulwa and Farah

Najah and MikeChrista and George

Ben and Laura


Society


EK Kanoo’s Emerson Network Power Solutions LaunchThe launch of the Emerson Network Power Solutions for EK Kanoo was held on 8th April at Diplomat Radisson Blu.

EK Kanoo’s Emerson Network Power Solutions management

LANGE Paris LaunchThe launch of the French Derma products called LANGE Paris was held at Trader Vic’s on 9th April. These products are available at Gulf Pharmacy.

“Marc by Marc Retro Events” by Chalhoub Group“Marc by Marc Retro Events” by Chalhoub Group was held at Bahrain City Centre on 25th April.

Mohammed, Mohammed, Othman and Adnan

Dalia, Adnan, Khalid, Mohammed and AhmedFatima and Nada Francis Ali Salman

Dr Khalid Al Awadhi, Astrid Trichard, Eric Fustier, Ilham and V Nandakumar Dr Aaliya with Dr Pierre R Clero

eGovernment Forum The eGovernment Forum was held at The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain Hotel & Spa on 8th April.

HH Shaikh Mohammed bin Mubarak Al Khalifa with the eGovernment Forum awardees and organisers

Ivana, Nada and Laura


Society


Tom, Rebecca, Lana and Angela

International Art ShowThe International Art Show was held on 27th April.

Mariel and Abdulla

Lina, Lina, Sabine, Christina and Sohaila

Loredana, Elonora, Guise and Enrica Maya and EmanAila

Sarah, Elizabeth,

Hollie, Karly, Claire and

Alex

Karen, Joanne and Nawar

Stephen, Emily and Gill

Kay, Sabine and Rebecca

TISCO Annual Insurance Lunch The annual insurance lunch by TISCO was held at TISCO on 29th April.

Robert, Mohmood, Yahya, Rashed and Abdul Rahman Mohmood, Yahya and Abdul Karim

Nader and Abdulla Ibrahim and Yahya Omar Kayani and Shiva Omar and Fadhi


Society


Yasemin Akat’s Summer 2013 CollectionThe unveiling of Yasemin Akat’s Summer 2013 Collection was held at Seef Mall on 2nd May.

The New 2013 Honda Civic Official LaunchThe press conference for the official launch of the New 2013 Honda Civic took place at the Honda showroom on 23rd April.

Zena, Abdulla, Chelsea, Nick, Fadel and Meryem

Simon Austin and Ghazan

Jameel, Stephenie, Simon, Abdulla, Ghassan and Natalia

Asia and MuhannaStephenie and Natalia

Zena and Abdulla


Society


Dutch Association Bahrain’s “Oranjebal 2013” at Crowne PlazaThe Dutch Association Bahrain and Saudi Eastern Province hosted Oranjebal 2013 at The Crowne Plaza Hotel, Bahrain on 25th April.

Diplomats and VIP guests

Faisal, Sahar, Usma and Qutoob

Netherlands Ambassador toKuwait HE Nicolaas Beets

with Japanese Ambassador to the Kingdom of Bahrain HE Shigeki Sumi and wife,

Tomoko Sumi Ian, Des, Ina, Gerald, Jody and Marlous

Frank and Anna

The USA Ambassador to the Kingdom of

Bahrain HE Thomas C Krajeski with Pascal

Eggerstedt and Bonnie Krajeski

Esson and wife

Elizabeth, Kalina, Ken, Carrie, Dyan and Diethard

Celine, Wendy, Eva and Nisha

Jamie, Fiza and Michael

Coem and Deyra

Han and Antoinette Fouad, Ahmed and Nabeel Relnhold, Evelyne and KarinAse and John


Society


Sadaf, Tanweer, Kameela and Afshan Charbel Hanna, Marie and Moussa

Sofitel’s Thalassa Night Cocktail ReceptionSofitel’s Thalassa Night Cocktail Reception was held on 29th April.

Noha and Ahmed

Louis, Joseph, Samy Boukhaled, Wissam and Moussa

David and Dena Rebecca, Tom and Covi

Faith, Dr Pierre Clero and DebbieWissam and HassanMegha and Mala Kumar

Zahrah, Tayyabah and Tahera Tariq Salman and Mahmood Cecile, Megha and Elizabeth

Covi, Nashwa

and Rhazaa

Moi and Tari

Dominic and Anastasia

Crowne Plaza’s Fusion High TeaCrowne Plaza’s Fusion High Tea was held at the Cappuccino Café, Crowne Plaza on 8th May.

Priya, Hashim, Sheryl, Ebrahim Al Kooheji, Ehab, Ashir, Kristy and Daniella


Society


JR Jewels Opening CeremonyThe opening ceremony of JR Jewels was held at Al A’ali Mall on 6th May.

Arihant Jewellers Showroom InaugurationThe showroom inauguration of Arihant Jewellers was held at Gold City on 13th May.

HE Dr Fatima bint Mohammed Yousif Al-Balooshi at the opening ceremony

Fatiama and

Gaurav

Bassam, Manhar and Anand

Fatima, Khalid and Maha

Meryem, Bassam, Kalpesh Saraiya and ZenaJR Jewels management with guestsWaleed Kanoo and Tareq Wafa

Qutoob, Hansa, Alia, Mala, Nitin, Abbas and Hatim Dadabhai

Amit, Gaurav, Hansa, Nitin,

Kalpesh and Abdul

Hamid Hatim

Nira, Nina, Hansa, Nitin,

Amola, Dahsha and Shobhana

Alia Almoayed and Mala Kumar at the ribbon cutting ceremony


Society


Japanese Embassy’s Bahrain-Japanese Business Forum The Japanese Business Forum was held at Gulf Hotel Convention Centre on 14th May.

Graphic Design Exhibition 2013The Graphic Design Exhibition 2013 was held at the University College of Bahrain (UCB) Campus on 7th May.

Abdulla, Adnana and Jawad Al Hawaj

Amina, Nancy, Kingdom of Bahrain Ambassador to Japan HE Dr Khalil Hassan and Nasser Al Arayedh

Kingdom of Bahrain Ambassador to Japan HE Dr Khalil Hassan,

Yoshihiro Shigehisa and Japan Ambassador to

Bahrain HE Shigeki Sumi

Nabeel Ajoor and Shaikh Isa bin

Khalid Al Khalifa

Faisal Al-Mahroos and Ebrahim

Shaikh Ebrahim, Shaikha Saeeda Al Khalifa, Dr Fatima Al-Balooshi, HH Shaikh Khalid Al

Khalifa and Khalid

Maria, Lujain and Farah

Heba and Shahla

Asmat and Khulood Khalid and Mai Mona and Kaltham

Shaikha Saeeda Al Khalifa with the participants

Mariam, Sarah,

Farah and Lujain

Yousef Bu Ali and HH

Shaikh Khalid Al Khalifa


Society


Shaikha Huda bint Abdul Aziz Al Khalifa with Mala Kumar and Indian Ambassador HE Dr Mohan Kumar during the ribbon cutting ceremony

Launch of the Art Space at Hue-India TodayThe launch of the Art Lounge Hue was held at Riffa Palms on 7th May.

Rocio, Romina, Zeina, Mala and Leylan

Kanika and Christopher Hogan

Leylan, Rocio, Mala, Kanika, Zeina, Shaikha Maram bint Isa Al Khalifa, Indian Ambassador HE Mohan Kumar, Jordanian Ambassador HE Mohammed Ali Siraj and French Ambassador HE Christian Testot

Kanika Subberwal

and Shaikha Maram bint

Isa Al Khalifa

HE Christian Testot and HE Mohammed Ali Siraj

Samrid and Jef

RUW’s Art GalleryThe Royal University for Women (RUW)’s Art Gallery was held on 9th May at the RUW Campus.

Maria and Dr

Musthafa

Mazin Jumaah at the ribbon cutting ceremony

Art and Design Faculty

Eman, Hanan, Hanan, Sherifa and Alaa

Naif and Dr Mona Suri Marwa and Basma


Society


Kempinski’s Beluga Vodka Party The Beluga Vodka Party was held at Kempinski Grand & Ixir Hotel Bahrain City Centre on 15th May.

Puneet Singh, Jo, Kirsty, Hilton, Nick, Henz and Apple

Kat and Hilton

Vera, Russia’s Ambassador to the Kingdom of Bahrain HE Victor Smirnov Julia and Ayna

Provision’s Nestlé Toll House Café Opening CeremonyThe opening ceremony of Nestlé Toll House Café was held at Tala Mall on 24th May.

Shereen and Lani

George, Mareke and Toni

Ghazzan and SariGhazzan, Joelle, Sareena and Shafeeka Vanya, Stela and Mina

Elita, Lalit and Nisha Simon and Dawn

Helen

Veronica and

Sophie

Nestlé staff Ali, Sayed Kamal, Issa Yateem, Nadeem and Ayaa

Walaa, Ali and Alia Khalil, Asif and Aftab Basel, Faisal and Sayed HashimSayed Kamal and Issa Yateem


Society


Doreen and Subreeta

INJAZ Company of the Year CompetitionINJAZ Company of the Year Competition was held at Mövenpick Hotel Bahrain on 16th May.

The K Hotel’s Viva Italia Cocktail Party NightViva Italia Cocktail Party Night was held at The K Hotel on 8th May.

Ayla Marisse Ginete De Leon

with Doreen

Charlie, Nicole and

Frank

Ben, Ken and Laura Tradis and Ron

Bilal, Hussain and RevaltaTarun, Suman, Bhavna and Vaishnav

Mariam, Bushra, Sheron and PatriciaMark, Angela and Tom

Rawan, Dina, Noor, Amna and NoorMathew, Austin, Mazin and Badria

MCC Team

Mohammed, Mohammed, Jaffer, Mohammed, Ahmed and MohammedSabah, Dr Adnan, Naseer and Khalifa

Reena and FajerMarwa, Marwa and Mariam

Hussain and Ali

HH Shaikha

Hessa bint Khalifa Al

Khalifa


Society


Alba Employees Honoured on International Labour Day Alba honoured employees on the occasion of International Labour Day at Alba Club on 3rd May.

VIVA MUSS 2013 Football TournamentVIVA MUSS 2013 Football Tournament was held at Soccer City on 18th May.

Hussain, Mohammed, Kumail and Ali

Mahmood, Rashid, Shaikh Hamad Al Khalifa and Omar

Tim Murray (10th from left), Isa Al Ansari (11th from left), Ali bin Ali (9th from left), representatives from the National Guard, membersof the Alba Labour Union, Abdul Rahman Janahi (6th from right), Rawdha Al Aradhi

Tim Murray (4th from right), Abdul Rahman Janahi (3rd from right),Yousif Sultan meeting Alba employees who attended the event with their families

Children enjoying the games at the Alba Club

Alba employees with their families for the day-long Alba Family Day

Al Hekma School team

The British School team

Talal and Fadi Saeed and Komail

Nawaf, Pooja, Jamal and Hamad

Ala Ghawas, Karla Solano

and Nezar


Society


Malabar Gold & Diamonds “The Great Gold Rush” WinnerMalabar Gold & Diamonds ‘The Great Gold Rush’ campaign’sRaffle Draw was held on 19th May at Malabar Gold & Diamonds Gold City outlet.

Beluga Vodka Launch PartyThe Beluga Vodka Launch Party was held at Meisei’s rooftop on 17th May.

Prize handed over by Rafeek and Emil Thomas to Kishore Kumar and his family

Vanessa, Elena, Maria and Helen

Tarek, Eva, Shandra, Nadia and Marco

Derrick and Hilton

Nadia, Sousan and Lina Rita and Craig

Dana and Abdulrahman Al Moayyed

Diana and Riccardo

Michael, Yousif, Mina and Daisy

Ladine and Dj Faezeh and Tamer Mohab and Eva

Alexander, Irina and Zuhair

Sara and Yousif

Vanessa, Aj and Maria


Society


Mahi Mahi Restaurant OpeningThe official opening ceremony of Mahi Mahi Restaurant was held on 15th May at the Amwaj Lagoon.

Hussain, Abdulrahman, Omaima, Nawal, Fouzia and Bader

Abdul Ela, Omaima and Abdulrahman Hussain, Adam and BaderYhelen, Catherine and Edith

Dr Abdu Rahman, Bader and Hussain

Chef Reander Gregorio

Hussain Haji with Nayla

Mazen and MohammedMahi Mahi Grill

Mariam, Asma, Manal, Nayla, Noora and Hussain

Red Bull BC One Bahrain CypherRed Bull BC One Bahrain Cypher was held on 9th May at Isa bin Salman Cultural Hall.

Deena, Noor, Dareen, Matt, Saj and Salman Jessica, Jamie, Cabo and Georgia

Adel, Hanan, Hussain and BasemApple, Kate, Gaby and Waldo Anda and Stephen

Fatima and Esraa


Society


Launch of Major Charity Challenge at Beach FeverDetails of a major charity challenge were announced at the Ministry of Culture Beach Fever event held at Amwaj on 16th May.

Anthony Janson, Tim Doubell, Unnikrishnan P, Paul Baker, Tasmin Doubell, Declan Gaynor, Jebin Mathew

Omar Al-Mitwalli, Tim Doubell, Declan Gaynor, Emanuel Lantzos, Fathalla Ebrahim, Kevin Schreiber, Jeroen VanWilligen and Tasmin Doubell

Omar Al-Mitwalli, Declan Gaynor, Fathalla Ebrahim, Tim Doubell, Emanuel Lantzos, Kevin Schreiber, Tasmin Doubell and Jeroen VanWilligen

Bobbies Launch at SchutzThe launch of Bobbies Paris Shoes at Schutz in Seef Mall was held on 22nd May.

Sophia Jawad Amal Al-Kooheji, Afnan Al-Saleh with faculty and graduates

‘Tony the Dogfather’ School Visit‘Tony the Dogfather’ went to speak to the children of Talent Infant School on 30th April.

Chidren at the event

Tony ‘The Dogfather’

RCSI Healthcare Assistants Graduation36 Bahraini Students graduated from Healthcare AssistantFoundation Course on 12th May. The event was held at the Medical University of Bahrain (RCSI Bahrain). Honoured guests included Amal Al-Kooheji, Tamkeen Acting Vice-President for Human Capital Development and Afnan Al-Saleh, Tamkeen Human Capital Development.


Society


PAUL BakeryThe launch of PAUL’s new menu took place at PAUL, Bahrain City Centre on 12th May.

Joe, Dalia, Fareed and Ellie

Joe, Fareed, Ellie, Dalia, Jenny and Melissa

Dalia and Nicola

Zena, Fareed and

Meryem

Aramco Awards at Diplomat Radisson BluAramco Award event was held at Diplomat Radisson Blu on 9th May.

Yaseen, Shannon, Charls and Lorna Soulafa, Faris, Rifat and Tarik

Phil and Karla SolanoIsabella and SimoneKhalid and MeyPeter and Jennifer

Ian Wilson

Nadia and Zandon

PF Chang’s Opening in Bahrain City CentreThe opening of PF Changs was held at Bahrain City Centre on 14th May.

PF Chang’s management and staff


Society


Rakia, Mala, Shaikha Hind bint Salman Al Khalifa, Fauzia, Mostafa and Majida Roshina, Kanika and Sharon

Sofitel’s Indian FestivalThe Indian Festival Launch Night was held at Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq Thalassa Sea And Spa on 11th May.

Charbel Hanna and staff

Nilu, Mala, Shaikha Maram bint Isa Al Khalifa and Kanika

South Korean Ambassador HE Jong Ha Yu, Jenny, Meeji and Indian Ambassador HE Dr Mohan Kumar Lilian, Lyn and Iro Smith

Tomoko, Japanese Ambassador HE Shigeki Sumi and Jordanian Ambassador HE Mohammed Ali Siraj

Jehan and Dr Dhafer Al Omran Indian Ambassador HE Dr Mohan Kumar, Mala and Nick

Bonnie and HE Thomas Krajeski

First Isa Award Laureate for Service of Humanity Press ConferencePress Conference of the first Laureate of Isa Award was held at the Isa Cultural Centre on 30th April.

Ali Abdulla Khalifa, Prof Jan Paulsson and HE Mohamed Benaïssa Khamis Al Muqla, Dr Mansoor, Dr Khaldoon and Khalid


Society


The New REDTAG Store OpeningThe opening of the new REDTAG Store took place in Adliya on 22nd May.

REDTAG team

Ribbon cutting ceremony

Second Inter Hotel Charity Cricket TournamentThe second Inter Hotel Charity Cricket Tournament was held at The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain Hotel & Spa on 11th May.

Shahzan, Moin, Mohsin, Pavi, Divakar, Usman and Jabir

REDTAG team

Clementine Perrins Photography ExhibitionClementine Perrins Photography Exhibition was held at Yateem Garden on 22nd May.

Clementine Perrins with guests

Tessa, Clementine Perrins and

Danny

Second Inter Hotel Charity Cricket Tournament participants

Mark and Crowd’s Favourite Sheena


Society


Launch of New E Class by Al Haddad MotorsThe launch of the new E Class by Al Haddad Motors was held on 25th May at the Al Haddad Showroom.

Rasoul Al Haddad, Wasim Al Haddad and Salaman Yousif

Zena, Al Haddad Mercedes Benz General Manager Graeme Newport and Nick

Heba, Paul, Mark and Jasmit Adel and PaulNick, Naheed Abdulla and Zena

Rotary Club of Adliya’s Children’s Day OutRotary Club of Adliya’s Children’s Day Out took place at Ponderosa on 11th May.

Rotary Club of Adliya with BFLC managenent and celebrities

Stephenie, Jasmit, Paul, Al Haddad Mercedes Benz General Manager Graeme Newport, Mark, Heba and Natalia

Zena and Naheed Abdulla


Society


LG Smart TV 2013 LaunchThe launch of LG Smart TV was held at The Diplomat Radisson Blu Hotel, Residence & Spa on 20th May.

Jennifer, James, Rohit Raina, DY Kim, Mahmood Koheeji and Mohammed KoheejiSanjeeb Awasti, Rohit Raina, Zena and Salim Koheeji

AJM Koheeji and LG officials with models

Mohammad Ali, Rohit Raina and Rafeeq Gopal, Sam, Sanjay and KiranSanjay, Zena and Kaizad

BizLadies Networking EventBizLadies Networking event, organised by Dr Clare Beckett-McInroy, President of BizLadies, was held at Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq Thalassa Sea And Spa on 22nd May.

BizLadies at the event

Zena and Marianne Pasmans

Angella Clark-

Jervoise

Dr Clare Beckett-McInroy, Pauline, Mona, Claire and Chris

Jen, Meg, Imbi, Geraldine and Su

Iro, Megan, Melissa and other participants


Business

BusinessIn Brief

BBK Honours 77 Employees as Part of its Annual Service Award Ceremony BBK recently celebrated the loyalty of 77 long-standing employees at a ceremony headed by the Chief Executive A Karim Bucheery. The employees were awarded for their 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35 and 40 years of service with cash prizes and recognition plaques. At the event, A Karim Bucheery thanked the employees for their notable contributions to BBK’s development and their loyalty to the organisation.

BBK Honorees with the BBK Chief Executive, A Karim Bucheery

Citibank Cards Product Manager Amit Datta; Citibank Consumer Bank Head Navneet Kampani; Etihad Airways Bahrain Sales Manager Chris Binnion; Citibank Cards Business Head Sonik Kapur

Citibank, NA, Bahrain Adds Etihad Airways to Premier Miles Credit Card Partners Citibank has partnered with Etihad Guest, the award-winning loyalty program of Etihad Airways, to offer an Etihad Guest Miles redemption option on Citibank Premier Miles Credit Card. This collaboration further strengthens the unique rewards proposition which allows Citibank Premier Miles Credit Card customers to spend on their credit card and earn Citi Miles that can be redeemed across multiple airline partners. Etihad Airways is the third major airline to partner with Citibank on the Premier Miles Card. Under the new agreement with Etihad Airways, Premier Miles Credit Card customers are now able to transfer their Citi Miles directly to an Etihad Guest account. Premier Miles Credit Card customers will not only benefit from the opportunity to earn miles when they fly with Etihad Airways, but also accumulate additional Etihad Guest Miles by transferring Citi Miles earned every time they use their Premier Miles Credit Card.

Honda to Participate in the FIA Formula One World Championship Honda Motor Co, Ltd has decided to participate in the FIA*1 Formula One (F1) World Championship from the 2015 season under a joint project with McLaren, the UK-based F1 corporation. Honda will be in charge of the development, manufacture and supply of the power unit, including the engine and energy recovery system, while McLaren will be in charge of the development and manufacture of the chassis, as well as the management of the new team, McLaren Honda

Akram Miknas Honoured with the Shaikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Patrons of the Arts Award 2013Akram Miknas, Chairman of MCN Group, was honoured with a revered Shaikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Patrons of the Arts Award in the second highest category – for his Moving Image Museum. Akram Miknas was personally presented with the award by HH Shaikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, in recognition of his contribution to the Emirate’s artistic development.


Business

Seef Corner Reaches 100 Per cent Occupancy within Three Months of its Marketing Campaign Cluttons, the real estate specialist confirmed the end of the leasing campaign for Seef Corner, with 100 per cent occupancy achieved in three months. The final two tenants were signed recently and have rounded off an impressive client mix that will ensure Seef Corner’s success as a premier retail destination for a range of lifestyle needs.

Hamad with the outstanding employees

Junaid Honours Dedicated Staff Junaid for Perfumes recently honored some of their employees for their hard work and dedication. The employees were presented with crystal plaques and gifts from Junaid Fuad, Director of Finance.

Another First from LibsharaKFH-Bahrain announced another first in the launch of its new Libshara Savings Account campaign. Libshara customers have enjoyed unique Grand Prizes of winning luxury villas and monthly cash prizes; however, Libshara has gone even further. The new campaign provides the chance of winning prizes worth over USD2 million and is the first Savings Account to offer grand prizes of four large golden plots of prime land, each measuring 5,380sq.ft, in Sarat, Diyar Al Muharraq. Libshara is an investment savings account that is compliant with the Islamic shari’a principles and offers over 55 cash prizes monthly.

KFH-Bahrain Head of the Banking Group Executive Manager Khalid Rafea

NIIT students

NIIT Students Start their On-Job-Training at Ebrahim K KanooEbrahim K Kanoo received the first batch of eleven trainees from the National Institute for Industrial Training (NIIT) to start their On-Job-Training at Toyota Service Division. Ebrahim K Kanoo in collaboration with Tamkeen had signed an agreement to sponsor the Automotive Engineering Scholarship Program, which entitles a number of students from NIIT to benefit from this agreement by getting a chance to train and work at the company’s service centers. The students will be trained by a professional team of experts from Ebrahim K Kanoo, NIIT and Tamkeen, so they can later work at the company’s various service centers distributed across the Kingdom.

Alba Contractor Safety 2013

Alba Raises Contractor Safety Awareness Aluminium Bahrain BSC (Alba)’s commitment to increase safety awareness across the entire plant and to steer the organisation towards a zero accident work environment continues to gain greater momentum as the company’s executive management held a safety meeting with some of its main contractors. Alba’s Chief Executive, Tim Murray and Chief Operations Officer, Isa Al Ansari met with the contractors to highlight the positive steps the company is undertaking to ensure all-round safety, and how these steps resulted in the company achieving four million work hours without loss, time, injury (LTI).


Business

Toyota Plaza Receives Jedhafs Secondary Technical Boys School In their continuous efforts to support the educational institutes in the Kingdom, Ebrahim K Kanoo had hosted 20 students from Jedhafs Secondary Technical Boys School at Toyota Plaza in Tubli. The activity started with a brief on the history and profile of Ebrahim K Kanoo, their operations and Toyota Plaza Service center. Later, the students took a tour inside Toyota Plaza workshops, and were introduced to the maintenance process and the importance of periodic service. The students’ supervisor emphasised on the importance of this field visit to one of the largest service centre not only in Bahrain but in the region, and he expressed appreciation to Ebrahim K Kanoo’s management for their unremitting support for the development of educational institutions and centers in Bahrain.

Jidhafs school visit

Red Bull BC One Celebrates 10 Year AnniversaryThe hunt for the next B-Boy World Champion kicked off when the 2013 Red Bull BC One launched its worldwide Cyphers series. This year’s 10th anniversary final will be held in Seoul, South Korea. This year’s cyphers will travel Europe, the Middle East, and America, reaching worldwide talent and giving them wings to compete. 16 of the best Bahrain B-Boys in Bahrain will battle it out and only one will win the local title for a spot in the regional finals to be held in Cairo, Egypt on the 31st August, 2013.

CFA Institute Opens Global Registration for Claritas Investment CertificateAs Bahrain’s financial and investment sectors continue to mature, there is an increasing demand to promote and deliver international best practise. The Global financial crisis has had a significant impact on investor trust and the integrity of the global financial system. The Claritas Investment Certificate is a response from CFA Institute, the world’s largest association of investment professionals, to promote and support greater education and ethics in the sector, as well as stronger corporate governance. It is a new initiative designed for professionals working in the financial services industry outside of investment roles. From client services to compliance; from human resources to IT and operations; from marketing and sales to legal. In around 100 hours of study, over an expected three to six month period, they should gain a clear understanding of all the essentials, including: ethics and regulation, structure of the industry, the various asset classes and client needs. Registration is open to corporates and individuals and available in English worldwide.

Global registration for the Claritas Investment Certificate is now available on the CFA Institute website: www.cfainstitute.org/programs/claritas.

Menatelecom Announces the Arrival of Samsung Galaxy S4Menatelecom has announced the arrival of the new Samsung Galaxy S4. If you’ve been waiting to pick it up then head over to any Menatelecom branch to purchase the latest handset - Unlocked with no Contract and No Obligations. Menatelecom has 7 branches around the Kingdom of Bahrain located at GOSI Complex, Muharraq, Country Mall - Budaiya, Hamad Town, Isa Town Mall, Riffa, KFH Automall in Sitra and soon opening its eighth branch in Enma Mall.

Tamkeen Expands SME Financing ProgrammeTamkeen has signed an agreement with Bahrain Development Bank (BDB) to add BD10 million to the Enterprise Financing Portfolio as part their joint objective to ensure the availability of low-cost financial solutions for SME enterprises in Bahrain, which is under the framework of Tamkeen’s SME financing programme, one of the key initiatives launched by Tamkeen. The programme is offered by Tamkeen through a number of leading local banks, including BDB, whereby Tamkeen subsidises 50 per cent of the profit on the loan amount. With the agreement, the total value of BDB and Tamkeen’s Enterprise Financing Portfolio increases to BD110 Million, and the number of beneficiaries is expected to reach around 3760.


Pets

If only animals could talk, you’d be hearing their sad, pitiful stories. But since they can’t, we are giving these adorable creatures a voice. One way or another, they have been hurt and abused in ways you would not imagine a human doing to another creature, and yet the fact remains that these animals end up abandoned and left for dead all over the Kingdom. If you’re thinking of buying a pet, please don’t - instead, adopt one today.Home!Looking For A

BSPCA Animals

Pudding

Interested in Adopting?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.

Interested in Adopting?Call Tony ‘The Dogfather’ Waters on Tel. +973 3962 9889 or visit www.dogfatherbahrain.com

Tony The Dogfather

Do you have animal concerns? Need a vet? Call Animal Care Clinic in Hamala, Tel. +973 1761 2459or Nourie Coutts, Tel. +973 1724 5515.

LivAgatha

Pebble

OllyLester Treasure

GemBingo Bailey

Arnold

Patch

Mcgoo

Dough

George Bush

Champ

Spike

Chuttibaba

Ugly Mama

Jack

Beaut

Valentine

Bave

The wonderful

new cat facility was recently inaugurated. Donated by the Round Table and built by

Cibaco at a cost of BD7,000! A big thank you from all

the cats.

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CAR NEWSFrom the latest to the

greatest, find out all about what’s

new in the automotive industry right here on this page.

Ford’s Trailer Tour Almoayyed Motors, the exclusive distributor of Ford in Bahrain, launched a one of its kind tour in a 40 foot trailer that showcases Ford’s latest innovations. The tour was hosted at various locations throughout the kingdom. The trailer contained three simulators with unique Ford technology, safety and innovations. A MyFord Touch station was featured in each simulator, allowing participants to engage with a voice activated system connected to their mobile phones and MP3 players. They could also interact with the easily accessible control buttons on the steering wheel and the 8-inch touch screen. The MyFord Touch station is also equipped with 2 USB slots, 1 SD card slot, 1 RCA jack and 2x4 inch screens on the instrument pad.

For a test drive call on Tel. +973 1773 7373 or visit the showroom in Sitra.

The All-New Nissan Sentra Defies Sales Expectations The popularity of the new Sentra among Middle East customers has strengthened Nissan’s position as the market leader in the highly competitive C segment. Impressively, in the first 50 days of sales, nearly 1,500 Nissan Sentras were sold. The C-segment is the largest single car category in the Middle East with 24 different models currently vying for the top spot, held by the Nissan Sentra. Nissan will now use the strong initial response from the region’s car buyers as a platform on which to build towards an ambitious sales target of 25,000 Sentra sales per year in the GCC region in the next three years.

Beautiful design and interior with detailing – LED accented headlamps and taillamps Good legroom and boot space Climate control, intelligent key and rear view camera Efficient 1.6 and 1.8-litre engines and next-generation Xtronic CVT Seamless connectivity including Bluetooth and satellite navigation

Cars


Cars

The latest Dodge Charger is a stylish saloon car with a muscular design. Its chic look qualifies it to pass off as an everyday drive and at the same time its well-sculpted robust chassis gives it a sporty feel. There are Smart Beam headlamps fitted in the car, which automatically adjust brightness and intensity when approaching forward lights from another vehicle. When driven in the sports mode you can use the all-new steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters and this provides manual control. The Dodge Charger is a durable model and offers good Noise Vibration Harshness control. Its state-of-the art Variable Valve Timing which employs cam phasing offers improved efficiency, smooth engine operation, more torque, and maximum horsepower when needed. The Dodge

Charger is available with a 5.7-liter Hemi Variable Valve Timing (VVT) V8 engine pumping 370bhp and a 3.6-litre Pentastar V6 giving out 292bhp. Speaking of the luxury saloon car, Godwin D’cruz, Sales & Marketing Manager at Ahmed Zayani & Sons said, “The short front overhang, the wheelbase, the wheels out at the corners and the muscular track all point to a Charger that is absolutely well balanced. Add to this a powerful engine and a luxurious interior, you have a car that spells class!”

For a test drive visit the Ahmed Zayani showroom at Zinj or call on Tel. +973 1723 8822.

Special promotional offers starting from BD9,999 onwards

The Dodge Charger 2013Summer Sales Drive!

“The Dodge Charger is available with a 5.7-liter Hemi Variable Valve Timing (VVT) V8 engine pumping 370bhp and a 3.6-litre Pentastar V6 giving out 292bhp.”

Toyota Consolidates its Position in the Gulf RegionToyota announced a strong growth performance in the Gulf Region, selling 158,223 units in Q1 2013, which resulted in the brand further consolidating its position with a 39.6 per cent market share. In achieving this performance, Toyota registered a 23 per cent increase in sales as compared to the same period in Q1 2012. This impressive first quarter growth in the GCC follows the record sales performance of Toyota last year, when over 593,000 units were sold. A strong lineup of products backed by a robust after sales service along with emphasis on the development of new designs, product innovations, quality and reliability seems to have a favourable impact on the customers. Toyota’s SUV product range did exceptionally well in Q1 reflecting the demand for this category of vehicles among consumers in the GCC. Toyota

PRADO sold 18,443 units to post a 56 per cent growth in unit sales year on year, while the new look RAV4 sold 3,057 units for a 51 per cent increase in sales during the same period. Toyota Avalon received a good response from customers in the region recording sales of 3,998 units to register a 58 per cent increase and the Yaris recorded sales with 9,221 units to register a 56 per cent increase in sales. In terms of new launches in 2013, Toyota introduced the 2013 Avalon in the GCC market in Q1. Toyota also launched the 2013 RAV4 which appears to be a reinvention of the world’s original crossover sport utility vehicle offering customers sophisticated and strong styling, premium-quality interior design and a new Dynamic Torque Control 4WD, in addition to a more engaging and fun drive with fuel efficient powertrain.


Cars

ercedes-Benz has comprehensively modernised the E-Class with more efficient engines, new assistance systems and a new design. The front has

been completely revised with new LED headlamps. The flowing light elements within the headlamps help to ensure that the ‘four-eyed’ look which is typical of the E-Class has been retained. At the rear, the lights and bumper have been revised. The interior of the E-Class has also been reworked using high-quality materials and refined, subdivided areas with precise joints and sharp curves. A new feature is the two-part trim which stretches across the entire dashboard. It can be selected in a wood or aluminium look, irrespective of the equipment line.

Another new element is the expansion of the Blue Direct petrol engine family with the addition of a four-cylinder petrol engine with spray-guided direct injection. The E-Class achieves a combined optimum consumption figure of 5.8 litres per 100 km.

There are a range of infotainment systems; including Audio 20 CD Radio,

Model

E 200

E 300

E 500

Cylinders

4

V6

V8

Displacement cc

1991

3498

4663

Output at rpm

135 kW (184 hp)/5500

185 kW (252 hp)/6500

300 kW (408 hp)/5000-5750

Torque at rpm

300 Nm/1200-4000

340 Nm/3500-4500

600 Nm/1600-4750

All figures based on 7G-TRONIC PLUS

E-Class New Assistance Systems Distronic Plus with Steering Assist can

help to take the burden off the driver when it comes to keeping the vehicle in its lane and also track traffic in tailbacks semi-automatically. The Pre-Safe Brake can detect

pedestrians and initiate autonomous braking to avoid a collision at speeds up to 50 km/h Pre-Safe Plus can recognise an imminent

rear-end collision. Active Lane Keeping Assist can now

detect when the adjacent lane is occupied,

including detection of oncoming traffic. Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus allows

the main-beam headlamps to be kept on permanently without dazzling traffic by masking out other vehicles in the beams’ cone of light Active Parking Assist enables automated

parking with active steering and brake control in both parallel and end-on spaces Traffic Sign Assist can now also detect

and display no-overtaking zones and the respective signs signalling their end. The 360-degree camera covers all four

sides of the vehicle.

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For a test drive visit the Mercedes-Benz, Al Haddad Motors showroom in Manama or call on Tel. +973 1778 5454.

“The E-Class achieves a combined optimum consumption figure of 5.8 litres per 100 km.”

The New Mercedes-Benz E-Class

a twin tuner and mp3-capable CD player as well as a USB connection in the centre armrest. Bluetooth-capable devices can also be connected, and SMS text messages displayed. Optionally the Audio 20 CD is combined with a six-disc CD changer as well as the Map Pilot

navigation solution, Mercedes-Benz offers the Comand Online multimedia system which provides internet access enabling customers to surf the web while the car is stationary or call up a Mercedes-Benz app. Other apps are also available.

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eter Lyons moved to the island only a few months ago and has the ball rolling already. Having rich experience with names like UK based Chaophraya Group and Papa G, he intends to enhance the

guest-experience at all BFLC restaurants. Prior to this he worked in Qatar and shares that he prefers Bahrain to his previous base. “The people here are very hospitable.”

While in Qatar, Peter managed The Noodle House which was franchised by Jumeirah Group. He admires Jumeirah Group’s approach to training and aspires to develop a good training methodology for his team in Bahrain. “Every individual learns differently,” he says and adds that it’s important to train according to one’s needs. He believes that there is a difference between service and hospitality and is determined to incorporate this at the properties he’s managing. He says that service is mere order-taking; a ‘yes sir, no sir’ approach but hospitality is building a relation with guests. “We need to be hospitable not only with guests but also with colleagues. If I’m not nice to one of my colleagues then she in turn may not be nice to her subordinates and ultimately the guest will suffer.”

As part of the training, Peter makes it a point for waiters and waitresses to taste for themselves the various dishes. “We want our staff to know everything about our food from the history of dish to the ingredients that go into them. We always use fresh ingredients and our food is not mass produced.” The pizzas at Cucina Italiana for instance use fresh dough and are baked in a wood burn oven giving them a smoked flavour. Cucina Italiana has a skilled Italian chef who conducts cooking classes at the restaurant. What began as monthly classes, are now being held three times a month. There are plans to add a fourth session which would feature

a Masterchef competition. School visits will soon be arranged at Cucina Italiana where children can create their own pizzas and will be taught the basics about food. Speaking of the food at Bennigan’s Peter shares how the restaurant now offers Irish breakfast - soda bread, black pudding, plum tomatoes and an American one serving pancakes and waffles. Cucina Italiana intends to open another outlet in Bahrain before opening franchisees across the GCC

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“There are plans to add a fourth session which would feature a Masterchef competition.”

Cucina Italiana: Order one starter, main course and

softdrink. BD6 net. Sunday to Thursday. 12pm to 3pm Buy 1 Pizza and get 1 Focaccia Pizza

FREE! Sunday to Thursday. 12pm to 3pm 2 for 1 cocktails, selected house wines

by the glass and draught beers. Sunday to Thursday. 3pm to 7pm. Friday Brunch: Welcome drink, selected

juices, soft drinks, Italian wines and beers. 1030am to 3pm. Half price for children, two to twelve years. Cooking Classes: BD10 net. Two dishes

and complimentary drink. Register for six sessions at BD50 only!

Bennigan’s: Breakfast: 6am to 11am daily. 1kg Steak Challenge: Receive a 10 per

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Kempinski Grand &Ixir Hotel Bahrain City Centre1st June to 15th JuneRecipe Contest at KempinskiCalling all creative individuals with a love for the kitchen, from self-proclaimed chefs to professionals, around the island to participate in a recipe contest during the month of June! Grab your chef’s hat and put your kitchen skills to the test to create your best Ramadan-themed dish, whether it be a starter, main course or dessert. Kempinski’s talented chefs will choose the three most innovative dishes to participate in a cook-off in late-June, with the best dish winning a spot on Kempinski’s Ramadan menu at Baharat during the Holy Month! And not only that, other prizes are up for grabs too for the top three! Email your recipe with a photo of your dish to [email protected] between 1st June and 15th June.

For additional information: call, Tel. +973 1717 1144 or email: [email protected]

Every FridayFamily Special at Friday Family Brunch in BaharatOn Friday, make it a whole family affair and enjoy a special promotion for a family of four at Baharat. Indulge in a continental gourmet buffet with a selection of your favourite appetizers, sushi, pasta, and a spread of beautiful desserts. After every brunch, take advantage of the complimentary pool access for brunchers.Time: 12.30pm to 4pmPrice: BD28++, inclusive of selected beverages; BD19++ food only; children six to twelve years eat for half price, below six eat freeSpecial Price: Family Package - two adults and two children below age twelve eat for BD70++

DailyTacos Trilogy in Mezzanine LoungeFor all those who love the feisty food of Central America, enjoy another month of Tacos. Expose your taste buds to your favorite Mexican flavours, prepared with a twist.Time: 11am to 1am Price: BD6.8++

Take-Away Artisan Cakes and Sweets from T-SpoonFor birthdays, anniversaries or special occasions spoil your family and friends with delicious artisan-crafted cakes, chocolates, macarons and pastries.Time: 9am to 11pm

For additional information or reservations: Tel. +973 1717 1144 or email: [email protected]

The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain Hotel & Spa

Sunday to ThursdayDining Pleasures meet Business Success at PrimaveraThe signature Italian restaurant Primavera offers a three-course business set lunch. Choose among three menu options and enjoy a relaxing lunch with beautiful views over the landscaped gardens and the poolside. Price per person: BD10, subject to 15 per cent service charge and 5 per cent government levy .Time: 12 noon to 3pm

FridayBrunch at La MedBring your family and friends for a relaxing

Strangozzi Primavera

Gastro

T-Spoon Afternoon Tea


The Bahrain Confidential gastro guide reveals the best places to eat.


Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq Thalassa Sea & SpaEvery 1st Saturday of the monthFiamma Italian Cooking Classes with Chef StefanoJoin for a fun, exciting and interactive Italian cooking class.Price: BD18 net per person inclusive of lunch, soft drinks, tea & coffeeTime: 10am to 12 noonClasses are for six to ten people, reservations in advance are required.

Every SaturdayFlavours of ArabiaEnjoy a taste of the finest Arabic cuisine at Saraya Restaurant.Time: 12.30pm to 3.30pmPrice: BD18 net per person inclusive of water, soft drinks and juices

For reservations and inquries call, Tel. +973 1763 6363 or email: [email protected]

Sheraton Bahrain HotelThrough June50 per cent Pay back offer at Soie Chinese RestaurantDine with family and friends every Tuesday at Soie Chinese Restaurant for a minimum of BD20 and get BD10 meal voucher at Al Safir Restaurant.

Every Tuesday and Wednesday throughout JuneMango Mania Promotion in Illy CafePre-cut fresh mango with vanilla ice cream and chocolate swirl, fresh mango parfait with mint jelly, fresh mango pavalova, stuffed fresh mango in savory pancake cordoned with raspberry caulis, shrimps and mango salad with pommery mustard on a bed of mixed green and so much more!

weekend brunch comprising of a delicious buffet of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern specialties as well as live cooking areas including a pasta, sushi, seafood and rotisserie station and an array of desserts. Cost/person: BD27* including unlimited bubbly, house beverages and soft drinks. Half price for children aged four to twelve; no charge for children under four. *Price includes service charge and government levy.12.30pm to 4pm.

Saturday through ThursdayLunch Express at La MedPerfect place to unwind - either indoors or on the beautiful terrace - during a short lunch break. The three-course menu offers 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. Time: 12 noon to 3.30pm Cost/person: BD9.5, subject to 15 per cent service charge and 5 per cent government levy.

15th to 21st JuneCold Infusions at The Lobby LoungeIndulge in “Cold Infusions”, a rich blend of chocolate, ice-cream flavors and crème variations of cold Italian Illy coffee to beat the heat!

For more information, contact, Tel. +973 1758 6499.

Gastro

Spring Rolls Promotion at Soie Chinese Restaurant & An Nada Lounge

Through JuneSpring Rolls Promotion at Soie Chinese Restaurant & An Nada LoungeVegetable spring rolls, Yang’s chicken spring rolls, Singaporean duck spring rolls, Thai shrimp spring rolls, Aquatic seafood spring rolls! All at Sheraton Bahrain Hotel.

For more details call, Tel. +973 1753 3533 ext. 293

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Chef Stefano Tansini

Bushido

Friday BrunchesOffering a mix of Japanese and international dishes with the entertainment of live cooking stations. Free playroom available for children. BD19 including selected non-alcohol; BD25 including selected alcohol.Friday at 12 noon to 3pm.

For details, contact. Tel. +973 1758 3555.

The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain Hotel & Spa Lobby Lounge


Gastro

Bahrain Confidential explores the basics of this fascinating dish, from Japan’s

kitchens. Having entered mainstream cuisine around six years ago it has

gained massive popularity with gourmands across the globe.

Know SushiYour

hough Sushi is credited to Japanese cuisine today, this preparation was popular in China before it was introduced to Japan. The early form of the dish, Nare-zushi was

first created in Southeast Asia. Translating to ‘sour-tasting’, sushi originally comprised fish that was fermented using fermented rice. Back then the rice was discarded and the fish eaten unlike modern day sushi where the rice is eaten as well. Though there are different forms of the dish today, sushi is essentially made of shari (cooked vinegared rice), neta (usually raw fish or other sea food) and condiments including shoyu (soy sauce), wasabi, Japanese-style mayonnaise and gari (sweet pickled ginger). Nori, a type of Japanese algae is also used in some forms of sushi like Maki-zushi. The various original forms of Japanese sushi are very different from the more contemporary Western style sushi. The California Roll is one of the earliest Western sushi created to suit the Western palette. The Japanese forms include Nigiri-zushi, Gunkan, Maki-zushi (Futomaki, Hosomaki, Temaki, Uramaki), Oshi-zushi, Inari-zushi, Chirashi-zushi and Onigiri.

T In 2002 a visionary by the name of Mohamad (Oliver) Zeitoun ventured into introducing indigenous ingredients, like home-grown olive oil to traditional Japanese cuisine. Since then there has been no looking back! Maki today serves a range of sushi including Amer Maki, Oze Akami Maki, and Tara II Maki. Zeitoun later went on to introduce other ingredients such as balsamic vinegar, wild thyme, and black truffles to maki roll dishes thus redefining Asian cusine.

Maki’s new olive oil brand, Oliver’s Table won a gold medal in Japan and was appreciated as a healthy ingredient that can be blended with Japanese and Asian seafood favorites. The restaurant has been presented with many other awards – Best Japanese Restaurant, Best Sushi Presentation and recently bagged a few more at Horeca 2013. Maki Bahrain celebrated ‘Hanami’ (flower viewing) festival that takes place in Japan during spring. Some of the restaurant’s most delectable dishes were garnished by edible flowers. This was the first among other Maki properties to launch this colourful festival. In addition to Bahrain, Maki operates in Lebanon and Kuwait.

Oliver’s Table Bottle

Visit Maki Bahrain at Bahrain World Trade Centre. Open Daily from 12pm until 11.30pm and until 12 mid night on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and public holidays. Lounge open until 2am on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and public holidays, and until 1am on other days.

For reservations call, Tel. +973 1752 2733 or +973 3699 9102 or email: [email protected]

The Maki Story

Amer Maki


Hospitality

Iftar BuffetTiming: From Sunset until 8pmPrice: BD6.9++ for adults andBD2.9++ for children.Enjoy a multi-cuisine selection of salads, large spread of Lebanese mezzes, and a host of authentic Bahraini dishes. A live grill and shawarma station is also available. End off on a sweet note with a delectable array of desserts.

GhabgaTimings: 8.30pm until 12.30amPrice: BD12.9++Enjoy live entertainment and games as well as sheesha! Diners stand a chance to win exciting prizes in a raffle conducted every day. Families and corporate events are welcome with competitive prices.

Sohour Timing: 1am until morning prayer. Price: BD3.9++

For reservations call, Tel. +973 1731 3333.

l Noor Tent at Elite Resort & Spa is all geared up to provide a truly exquisite experience this Ramadan.

Set against the stunning backdrop of the sun setting over

the Muharraq Bay with Oud music adding to the mood, Al Noor tent’s luxuriant interiors and comfortable seating are reminiscent of an Arabian Nights fairy tale!

Truly Elite…Celebrate

Ramadan at Elite Resort

& Spa

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Nightlife

The Night Never Looked So Bright

Dance as though no one is looking ...


Kempinski Grand &Ixir Hotel Bahrain City Centre

Every FridayFamily Special at Friday Family Brunch in BaharatOn Friday, make it a whole family affair and enjoy a special promotion for a family of four at Baharat. Indulge in a continental gourmet buffet with a selection of your favourite appetizers, sushi, pasta, and a spread of beautiful desserts. After every brunch, take advantage of the complimentary pool access for brunchers.Time: 12.30pm to 4pmPrice: BD28++, inclusive of selected beverages; BD19++ food only; children six to twelve years eat for half price, below six eat freeSpecial Price: Family Package - two adults and two children below age twelve eat for BD70++

DailyTacos Trilogy in Mezzanine LoungeFor all those who love the feisty food of Central America, enjoy another month of Tacos. Expose your taste buds to your favorite Mexican flavours, prepared with a twist.Time: 11am to 1am Price: BD6.8++

Take-Away Artisan Cakes and Sweets from T-SpoonFor birthdays, anniversaries or special occasions spoil your family and friends with delicious artisan-crafted cakes, chocolates, macarons and pastries.Time: 9am to 11pm

For additional information or reservations: Tel. +973 1717 1144 or email: [email protected]

Wednesday to FridaySpecial Offer for the Navy at Bizarre LoungeCalling all Navy servicemen and women to come and enjoy a special offer of buy one get one free on brews at Bizarre Lounge upon showing the ID.Time: 9pm to 10pm

Monday to SaturdayMarybeth & Ruben in Mezzanine LoungeUnwind to the classy tunes of Marybeth & Ruben, the musical duo from Argentina on piano and vocals.Time: 8pm to 12am

Monday to SaturdaySmooth Saxophone with Faith LH in BoudoirFaith LH soothes guests on her saxophone, playing popular pop and jazz tunes. Time: 9pm to 1am

Daily till June endWhite Asparagus in SaveurEnjoy the first delicacy of the spring season: white asparagus.Time: 7pm to 10.30pm

20th JuneBizarre Lounge is ‘Hot in the City’Hot in the City fashion nights with a fabulous party on Thursday, 20th June! With Canadian resident DJ Jabu spinning the decks.Featuring luxury fashion and beauty brands, spirited cocktails and a chance to win some amazing prizes! For Ladies: Buy one beverage, get one free from a special Hot in the City menu.Time: 9pm till 2am

For additional information or reservations: Tel. +973 1717 1144 or email:[email protected]: www.kempinski.com/bahrain

Wednesday to FridayDJ Jabu in Bizarre LoungeDJ Jabu from Quebec, Canada brings her international feel-good vibes and energetic sets to Bizarre Lounge, ready to rock Bahrain’s party crowd every weekend, enjoy while sipping on delicious cocktails from a newly introduced menu.Time: 9pm to 2am

Bizarre Lounge

The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain Hotel & SpaEvery Night, except ThursdaysDinner for Two at La MedJoin for a “Dinner for Two” Special and enjoy a delicious four course menu. Price for two: BD29, subject to 15 per cent service charge and 5 per cent government levy

Every Thursday Seafood MarketThe ocean’s finest bounty is served every Thursday evening at La Med. Your favourite catch of the day is prepared in a variety of ways - grilled, steamed, fried or poached - from the buffet spread and live cooking stations. Cost/person: BD16 ++ including one glass of house beverage; *Price is subject to 15 per cent service charge and 5 per cent government levy. Time: 7pm to 11pm

For more information, contact, Tel. +973 1758 6499.


Nightlife

Mövenpick Hotel Bahrain


Every TuesdayDiscover Asia Expect the unexpected at 7pm with a mouthwatering buffet featuring a sizzling selection of exotic salads, sushi and sashimi, tasty Vietnamese spring rolls, crispy Peking Duck, Pho station, Thai curry, Dim Sum, and Terriaky. Discover Asia buffet priced at BD15++ or BD19++ per person inclusive of unlimited wine and beer. Discover Asia, a trip around South-Asian cuisine, a not to be missed!

For more details, call, Tel. +973 1746 0000.

Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq Thalassa Sea & Spa21st JuneLa Fête de la MusiqueJoin Sofitel Bahrain and the rest of the world to celebrate the enchanting gift of song over an evening of live music performed by the Manama Singers.The Manama Singers are a choral ensemble of over 100 people from Bahrain, Saudi Arabia and all over the GCC performing music and song par excellence! La Fête de la Musique, also known as World Music Day, is commemorated on 21st June each year. It originated in France in 1982 and has since grown to be an international event celebrated in over 32 countries worldwide.Venue: Al Nakheel BallroomPrice: BD8 (BD4 for children). Proceeds from the event will be donated to charity. Time: 7.30pm

Every Monday in JunePasta Night All you can eat home-made pasta and

pizza cooked to your preference over a live cooking station. A mouth watering antipasti station will be displayed for starters as well as two complimentary selected alcoholic or non alcoholic beverages along with live entertainment by Christian and Antonina. Venue: Fiamma RestaurantPrice: BD12 net per person Time: 7pm to 10.30pm.

26th JuneWine Tasting EveningAn evening of exotic wine tasting, delectable gourmet canapés and cheese clubbed with live entertainment from Christian and Antonina.Venue: Tapas BarPrice: BD15 net per personTime: 8pm to 11pm

For reservations and inquries please call,Tel. +973 1763 6363 or email: [email protected]

Sheraton Bahrain HotelFrom 1pm to 7pm,Happy Hour at An Nada LoungeGuests can avail a 25 per cent discount on selected beverages. Ladies are pampered every Monday night with a complimentary selection of unlimited beverages and three free drinks every Thursday night from 8pm to 1am.

Sheraton Social HourExplore new wines, or try an old favorite. Compare two 50 ml pours for BD2.5

Saraya

BushidoThursdays and Fridays Hot DealsGeisha Fever at BushidoEclectic music, entertainers, fire-shows, themed-nights and much more. Free entry for ladies & couples. Free selected drinks and 50 per cent off selected food for ladies. 9pm to late.

Daily Hot DealsAfterwork at BushidoBuy 1 get 1 free on selected beverages everyday from 5pm to 8pm. Pink FridaysChance to win an Emporio Armani gift worth BD300! Ladies get free entry and selected drinks. BD10 for men after 10pm Last Friday of the month: 9pm until late.

For details, contact: Tel. +973 1758 3555.

Trader Vic’sTuesdays Ladies’/Vahine NightsEnjoy sunsets and lounge-music in Mai Tai’s pagoda overlooking the beach. Ladies receive free drinks coupons, a selection of food and raffle entry.

For details, contact: Tel. +973 1758 6555.

net at Sheraton Social Hour every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 6pm to 7pm at An Nada Lounge.

Contact Details: Tel. +973 1753 3533.

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WavesCrowne Plaza Hotel, Tel. 1753 1122A popular lunchtime retreat, picking your fish and eating it is the order of the day, and the catch is as varied as it is complete. And the nutty, honey-combed chocolate fudge delight will finish you off nicely.

Le JardinRamada Bahrain, Tel. 1774 2000Fully renovated with a new look - ‘Bigger, Better, Brighter’.

The GalleryMövenpick Hotel, Tel. 1746 0000Picturesque pool and lagoon views.

La MedThe Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain Hotel & Spa Tel. 1758 0000Mediterranean and international cuisine.

Le Bistro InterContinental Regency, Tel. 1722 7777Main restaurant situated above the lobby with International buffet lunch daily.

Olivos BrasserieThe Diplomat Radisson Blu, Tel. 1752 2124This Mediterranean brasserie offers superb food in a relaxed atmosphere. In buffet style you can enjoy a super breakfast, sumptuous lunch and delicious dinner.

Al Waha Restaurant Gulf Hotel, Adliya (1774 6425)Open 24 hours

Al Wasmeyah Restaurant Golden Tulip Hotel, Diplomatic Area (1753 5000)Open 24 hours

Block 338Adliya (1771 0338)The restaurant operates from 10am till 2am. Serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and late dinner.

Café SayahDelmon International Hotel (1722 4000)Open 24 hours

Downtown LoungeInterContinental Hotel (1720 8308)Open daily from 5pm to 2am

La Fontaine Centre of Contemporary ArtsRas Ruman (1771 3000)Open daily 9am-10.30pm. Closed Monday.Average BD20

Muju Restaurant and LoungeDragon Hotel and Resort, Amwaj (1603 9800)Open daily, 24 hours

Nando’sJuffair (1782 5100)Open 11am-2am

RendezvousSeef Mall, Seef (1758 7708)Open daily noon-3pm, 7pm-11pm

RimalAl Areen Palace and Spa (1784 5000)Open daily 6.30am-11pmAverage BD40

Selections InterContinental Hotel (1720 8308)Open daily from 6.30 am to 11.30 pm

Upstairs DownstairsAdliya (1771 3093)Open daily 7am-11am, noon-3am, 7pm-midnightAverage BD20

Yamin Jana Mediterranean Seafront LoungeDragon Hotel and Resort, Amwaj (1603 3800)Open daily from 2pm onwards

To be included, email: [email protected] or call +973 1782 2368.

Restaurant ListingsChinese

Hong KongAdliya, Tel. 1772 8700The myriad dishes are served in abundance and are all delicately and lovingly flavoured. The soft steamed dumplings are magnificent, the sizzling seafood is cooked to perfection, and the beef with black mushrooms and bamboo shoots deserves plaudits beyond Bahrain.

SoieSheraton, Tel. 1753 3533Chinese and Asian specialities in sophisticated and elegant Oriental surroundings.

Beijing ChineseAdliya, Block 338 (1771 7969)Open daily, 11.30-3pm, 6pm-midnight. Average BD15

First ChineseAdliya (1771 3603)Open noon-3.30pm, 6pm-midnight.

FoliUm Al Hassam (1772 2199)Open noon-3pm, 6.30pm-11.30pm.

Asian CuisineAdliya (1771 7080)Open daily noon-3pm, 7pm-midnight. Average BD50

Magic WokAmerican Alley, Juffair (1769 4105)Open daily 8am-11pm

Memories Bahrain City Centre, Seef District (1717 8646)Open Sat-Wed 11am-11pm; Thu-Fri 11am-midnight. Average BD12

Indian Aachi’s Chettinand KitchenNear the Indian Club, Gudaibiya (1723 3110)Open daily 10.30am-3.30pm, 5.30pm-11.30pm.

AkbarRamada Palace Hotel (1729 6660)Open daily noon-3pm, 7pm-12.30am.Average BD16

Asha’sBahrain City Centre, Seef (1717 7008)Open daily 11am-noon

Clay OvenAdliya (1771 7008)Open daily 11.30am-3pm, 6.30pm-11.30pmAverage BD14

Copper ChimneyAl Hambra Hotel (1772 8699)Open daily noon-3pm, 7pm-midnight. Average BD10

LanternsBudaiya Highway (1759 0591)Open daily noon-3pm, 7pm-midnight.Average BD15

Moti MahalJuffair (1782 5333)

Open daily noon-midnightAverage BD15

Mumbai Spice Bahrain Mall, Sanabis Open daily 10am-10pm

SangeethaOpp Inidian Club, Gudaibiya (1727 2768)Open daily 7.30am-3pm, 5.30pm-11pm

Spices Crowne Plaza Bahrain, Diplomatic Area (1753 1122) Open daily noon-11pmAverage BD25

TakatakNr Awal Cinema, Gudaibiya (1725 4848)Open daily noon-3pm, 7pm-11pm

The Great Kebab Factory Jawad Dome, Budaiya (1769 0629)Open daily noon-3pm, 6.30pm-midnight

International

FusionsGulf Hotel, Tel. 1771 3000 The food and wine list will keep you coming back to Fusions. Try the beautifully tender grilled sirloin with boldly flavoured ginger mash and a selection of roasted vegetables.

Links RestaurantThe Royal Golf Club, Tel. 1775 0777Links, located on the mezzanine floor of the Club House, is a large, brasserie-style restaurant/lounge open to all visitors to the Royal Golf Club. Features include a cocktail bar, an outdoor terrace and floor to ceiling picture windows offering patrons spectacular views across the golf courses.

Silk’sMövenpick Hotel, Tel. 1746 0000 With cuisine inspired by the four continents of the Silk Route, the food on offer here is eclectic and varied all cooked in front of you in open kitchens around the restaurant.

ZoeBlock 338, Adliya (1771 6400)Open Sat-Tue noon-3pm, 7pm-midnight; Wed-Fri noon-3pm, 7pm-2am.Average BD18/25

ZytounNovotel Al Dana Resort (1729 8008)Open daily 6.30am-midnight. Average BD16

American

Ric’s Kountry KitchenJuffair, Tel. 1772 5550Specialising in good ol’ fashioned home-cooked American chow, Ric’s does a mean burger, excellent chilli and a mouth watering Jambalaya. Its American breakfasts are legendary.

Applebee’sBahrain Mall, Sanabis (1755 5834)Open Sun-Thu, 11am-mid-night, Fri-Sat, 11am-1am. Average BD10

Bennigan’sAl Safir Hotel, Juffair, Tel. 1781 3750(Open 6am - 2am, all week; Also serves breakfast.)

Brasa de BrazilSeef Mall, Seef District (1758 2225)Open daily, noon-11pm. Average BD10

Chilli’sSeef Mall/Bahrain City Centre, Seef District (1758 1221/1717 9794)Open daily, noon-midnight. N.B.: BCC opening times apply. Average BD20

Hard Rock CaféExhibition Road, Hoora (1729 1569)Open daily, 8am-1am. Average BD10

Italian

Cucina ItalianaAl Safir Hotel, Juffair, Tel. 1700 1317(Open 6am-2am, all week; Also serves breakfast.)

Mondo RestaurantThe Diplomat Radisson Blu, Tel. 1753 1666 The goat’s cheese and rocket pizza is probably the best in Bahrain. A funky, friendly Italian place, just like momma used to make it.

La PergolaGulf Hotel, Tel. 1771 3000Traditional and contemporary Italian specialities with Italian music.

Caffe Spasso New Zinj (1782 2274)Open daily 8.30am till late

Café Italia Adliya (1774 4774)Open daily noon-3.30pm, 7pm-11.30pm.Average BD35

La Taverna City Centre Hotel, Gold City (1722 9979)Open daily noon-3pm, 7pm-midnight. Average BD18

Medzo InterContinental Hotel (1720 8308)Open daily for lunch and dinner

Mino’s Adliya (1774 4777)Open daily 11am-12.30am.Average BD15

Nino’s RestaurantAl A’ali Complex, SeefTel. 1756 6555

OlivetoBlock 338, Adliya (1771 6747)Open daily noon-3pm, 7pm-midnight. Average BD30

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Listings

Restaurant Listings

Pizzeria Café Italia Seef Mall (1758 2823)Open daily 11am-11pm.Average BD12

RomaUm Al Hassam (1772 5885)Open daily noon-2.30pm, 7pm-11.30pm.Average BD30

Romano Macaroni GrillJuffair (1772 3818)

Japanese

SatoGulf Hotel, Tel. 1771 3000The food here is good. Order well and you will be rewarded with your favourite dishes done very well indeed.

BushidoSeef (1758 3555)Open daily noon-3pm, 7pm-2am.Average BD35

Fuji Sushi BarSheza Tower Hotel (1753 3336)Open daily 12.30pm-midnight.Average BD25

HajisushiAmerican Ally, Juffair (1772 5638)Open daily 11am-11pm.

KeiGolden Tulip Hotel (1753 5000)Open daily 12.30pm-3pm, 7.30pm-11pm.Average BD12-30

Maki MODA Mall (1752 2733)Open daily noon-midnight, Average BD30Enjoy fine, contemporary, fusion Japanese Cuisine at Maki. Taste the spicy, the tangy, the extravagant, and the exotic all in one bite! Unparalleled culinary adventure, unmatched by another, only at Maki.

MiraiAdliya (1771 3113)Open daily noon-3pm, 7pm-11pm.Average BD40.

Sumo Sushi and Bento American Alley, Juffair (1771 8090)Open daily noon-midnight.

Sushi 101New Zinj (1782 2274)Open Sat-Thu noon-3pm, 6pm till late; Fri 1pm-4pm, 7pm till late.

Sushi KoAdliya (1771 6619)Open Sat-Wed 6.30pm-11pm; Thu 6.30pm-midnight.Average BD11

Yo SushiAl Aali Shopping Complex, Seef (1758 3373)Open Sat-Wed noon-midnight; Thu-Fri noon-2amAverage BD20

Middle Eastern

KosebasıBahrain City Centre, Tel. 1717 2322www.kosebasi.comKosebası (pronounced koshe-bashi) serves traditional Turkish mezes and main dishes true to original Southern Anatolian recipes. The centerpieces of the restaurant are a lovely ornated oven and an open charcoal grill.

Al AbraajBudaiya (1759 5656)Open daily noon-midnight

Al Arisha Um Al Hassan (1772 5414)Open daily noon-3pm, 7pm-midnight

Al ArzRamada Palace Hotel (1729 6660)Open 7pm-midnight

Al FanarDiplomat Radisson Blu Hotel, Residence and Spa (1753 1666)Open Mon-Sat 9.30pm-2am

Al HamraDelmon International Hotel (1722 4000)Open 24 hours

Al MukhayamRamada Palace HotelOpen daily 8pm-1am

Al Shama Windsor Tower Hotel (1729 7000)Open daily 9pm-2am

Al Yacout Novotel Al Dana Resort, Muharraq (1729 8008)Open daily 8pm-2am

Amwaj Dajla Iraqi Mirador Hotel, Manama (1729 8008)Open daily 8pm-2am

Anatolia Turkish RestaurantCyprus Garden, Budaiya (1769 0601)Open daily noon-11pm

Carla’sCyprus Garden, Sehla (1769 7687)Open daily noon-midnight

Dar Al TajinePhoenicia Tower Hotel, Hoora (1731 1167)Open daily 6pm-6pm

GolestanSheraton Bahrain Hotel (1753 3533)Open Sun-Fri 12.30pm-2.30pm, 7.30pm-11.30pm. Average BD12

IsfahaniHoora (1755 0567)Open daily noon-midnightAverage BD20

Khan Al MarjanAl Safir Hotel Hotel (1782 7999)Open daily 9.30pm-2am

L’SultanL’Hotel, Seef (1756 7222)Open daily noon-midnight

Laialy ZamanNr Funland, Fateh Corniche (1729 3097)Open daily 11am-4am

MarmarisAvenue 28, Sanabis (1755 5909)Open daily 11am-midnight

MaseeleeGulf Pearl Hotel, Souq (1721 0647)Open daily 5am-9.30pm

Mono LebaneseBudaiya Highway (1755 5262)Open daily noon-midnight

ParsianAdliya (1781 1511)Open daily 12.30pm-3.30pm, 7.30pm-midnight.Average BD14

Persian GardenSeef (1758 600)Open noon-11pm

Persian RoomAmwaj island-the lagoonTel. 1601 0166, Mob: 3927 6249Opening Sat-Wed noon-midnight Thu-Fri noon-1am Average BD9

Rayes Fateh Corniche (1731 2700)Open daily noon-12.30amAverage BD12

Takht-e JamsheedGulf Hotel, Adliya (1774 6431)Open daily noon-3pm, 7pm-11pm

TarboucheCity Centre Hotel, Gold City (1722 9979)Open daily noon-3pm, 7pm-midnight

Wafi GourmetBahrain City Centre (1779 999)Open daily 9am-12.30am

Yas-e IsfahaniSeef Mall (1758 1151)Open daily 10am-10pm.Average BD16 Seafood

Fareast Seafood MarketRamee International Hotel, Juffair (1772 7230)Open daily 12.30pm-11.30pm.Average BD16

Fish MarketAl Bander Hotel and Resort (1770 1201)Open daily 12.30pm-11.30pmAverage BD25

La MarineBugerland Building, Budaiya (1759 5777)Open daily 1pm-midnight

Sheza Seafood Market Sheza Tower Hotel, Diplomatic Area (1753 3336)Open daily 12.30pm-midnight

Totally FishBahrain City Centre, Seef (1717 9757)Open daily noon-midnight

Asian

Kontiki RestaurantThe Diplomat Radisson Blu, Tel. 1753 1666Enjoy authentic dishes from Asia and the South Pacific for lunch and dinner. Or head over to the Kontiki Pool bar from 10am to 11pm.

Baan Saeng ThaiSh Isa Avenue, AdliyaOpen daily 11.30am-3pm, 6pm-midnight.

Bali Orchid Nr Omar Khayyam Hotel, Gudaibiya (1718 0424)Open daily noon-midnight. Average BD7

BamBuAdliya (1771 4424)Open daily noon-3pm, 7pm-11pm. Average BD28

Captain Cove’sBehind Mass Computer, Gudaibiya (3975 8989)Open daily noon-3pm, 6pm-midnight. Average BD5

Hash HouseAdliya, Block 338 (1771 5094)Open daily 11am-midnight. Average BD15

Honey’sSouq (1774 9222)Open Sun-Wed 10am-5.30am, Fri-Sat, 24hrs.

Mamy Soup Exhibition Road, behind the CPR building (3919 5343)Open daily 11am-11pm.

MonsoonAdliya, near Ferrari Centre (1774 9222)Open Sat-Thu noon-2.30pm, 7pm-11pm; Fri 7pm-11pm. Average BD15

Nu AsiaSeef, near Al A’ali Shopping Complex (1758 7171)Open daily noon-midnight. Average BD15.

Pong’sOff Exhibition Road, Behind CPR Office (1753 0800)Open daily 11am-4am.

Thai ChiBahrain City Centre, Seef (1717 9747)Open daily noon-midnight.

Thai ExpressJawad Dome, Budaiya (1769 3595)Open daily 10am-11.30pm

ThailandBlock 338, Adliya (1771 7040)Open daily 6.30pm-11.30pm, Average BD15

Steakhouses

The Butcher Shop & GrillBahrain City Centre, Tel. 1717 2323Serves a wide variety of steaks as well as salads, burgers and seafood dishes. Integrated into the restaurant is also a fully functioning retail butchery, which enables customers to choose a specific cut and size or buy meats for their home requirements.

BrazilAdliya (1782 6686)Open daily noon-3pm, 6pm-11pm.

L’lleAl Areen Palace and Spa (1784 5000)Open every evening, 6pm-11pm

Legendz Steakhouse InterContinental Hotel (1720 8308)Open daily for lunch and dinner

Le Relais de Venise Son Entrecote L’Hotel, Seef (1756 7222)Open daily 12.30pm-3.30pm, 7pm-11.30pm.Average BD40

Ponderosa SteakhouseSeef - Tel. 1758 0552Open all week from 11am - 1am

Sizzlers Restaurant Mansouri Mansions Hotel (1771 6999)24 hours. Average BD10

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Listings

Restaurant Listings The Meat CoBlock 338 (1774 2080)Open Sat-Wed 12.30pm-3.30pm, 7pm-11.30pm; Thu-Fri 12.30pm-midnight Average BD50

MezzalunaAdliya (1774 2999)Open daily Sun-Wed 7pm-11pm; Thu-Sat 7pm-11.30pmAverage BD46

FrenchCamelotBlock 338, Adliya (1771 7745)Open daily noon-midnightAverage BD30

L’AvenueSeef District (1756 7212)Open daily 12.30pm-3.30pm, 7.30pm-11pm

MexicanCasa Mexicana Adliya (1771 5521)Open daily noon-3pm, 6pm-midnight.Average BD18

Margarita MexicanaGulf Hotel, Adliya (1774 6462)Open daily noon-3pm, 7pm-11pm

Senior Paco’sAdliya (1774 6462)Open daily noon-3pm, 6.30pm-midnight.Average BD18

PolynesianTrader Vic’sRitz Carlton Hotel and Spa, Seef (1758 6555)Open daily 7pm-midnightAverage BD20

Thai

Royal Thai Seafood RestaurantGulf Hotel, Tel. 1771 3000Colonial stateliness and Asian adornment is the order of the day with high ceilings, great white pillars and multiple levels to accommodate private alcoves; it’s a grand and gracious setting. Choose ostrich, just because you can.

Muay Thai Quick Meal RestaurantJuffair Next to The Pizza Company Thai Food, Tel. 7704 0454Daily Open: 12pm-12am

Cafés

Café TThe Royal Golf Club, Tel. 1775 0777Café T serves a selection of burgers, salads, fresh and ready-made sandwiches, fruit juices, milkshakes and frozen drinks. With an outdoor terrace seating up to 30 people and relaxing background music, Café T is the perfect place to meet up for a chat with friends.

PAUL Bakery & RestaurantBahrain City Centre, Tel. 1717 2321Seef Mall, Tel. 1758 0073www.paul.frSince the founding of the first small PAUL bakery in Lille back in 1889, the passion for authentic bread making has been passed on through generations. - and relax in PAUL’s unique ‘rustic-chic’ ambience.

A LoungeAdliya, Behind Monsoon (1771 0041)Open daily, 11am-2am. Average BD15

Al BindairaAdliya (1774 4066)Open Mon-Thu, 10.30am-12.30am, Fri, 1pm-1am. Average BD12

Albareh Art Café Adliya, Behind the Carlton Hotel (1771 3535)Open daily, 8.30am-11pm. Average BD5

Al Riwaq CaféAdliya, Block 338 (1771 7441)Open daily 10am-9pm. Average BD5

Aroma Restaurant & CafeGround Floor, Seef Mall, Seef DistrictOpen for lunch and dinner (1758 2711)

Café Lilou Adliya, Block 338 (1771 4440)Open Sat-Thu 8am-11pm; Fri 10am-11.30pm. Average BD10

Candles CoffeeAdliya, Behind Fudruckers (1771 4844)Open Sun-Thu 9am-1am; Fri 5pm-1am, Average BD12

Caramel Cyprus Gardens, Budaiya (1779 7087)Open daily, 8.30am-midnight. Average BD5.

Café Ceramique Al A’ali Mall, Seef District Open daily, 9am-11pm; Fri-Sat 9am-midnight. Average BD8

Coco’s Adliya, Block 338 (1771 6512)Open daily 10am-midnight. Average BD10

Columbus CaféBahrain City Centre, Seef District (1717 2324)Open daily, 8am-midnight. Average BD7

Crepe Café Palm Square, Budaiya Highway (7711 5566)Open Sun-Wed, 8am-midnight. Thu-Sat 8am-1pm. Average BD6

Deli FranceJawad Dome, Budaiya (1769 6031)Open Sun-Thu, 8am-10pm; Fri-Sat, 8am-11pm. Average BD9

Dome CaféJuffair, near American Base (1781 0180)Open 24 hours. Average BD15

Friend’s ClubAdliya, 54 Bani Otbah Avenue (1771 3732)Open Sat-Wed, 10am-midnight; Thu-Fri, 10am-1am. Average BD8

Gloria Jean’sBahrain City Centre, Seef District (1717 9262)Open Sat-Wed, 9am-10.30pm; Thu-Fri, 9am-midnight. Average BD8

House of CoffeeMuharraq, Sheikh Ebrahim Centre (3662 9968)Open daily 9am-9pm, Average BD6

La Maison du Café Adliya (1771 7524)Open daily 8am-2am. Average BD12

La VentanaAt the moment La Ventana is currently undergoing renovation – check this space over the coming months to find out where the new café is located and our opinion!

Le ChocolatSeef, Seef District Open daily 7.30am-midnight. Average BD10

MacaronSofitel Bahrain Zallaq Thalassa Sea & Spa (17636418)Open daily from 8am-8pm

Maya ChocolatSeef Mall, Seef District Open Sun-Wed, 10am-11pm; Fri-Sat, 10am-midnight. Average BD15

Med CaféAdliya, near Carlton Hotel (1771 3088)Open daily 11am-1am. Average BD10 Motorox CaféBudaiya Highway (1759 2583)Open daily from noon-midnight. Average BD12

Palm CaféQal’at Al Bahrain Museum (1732 2549)Open daily 9.30am-7.30pm. Average BD6

Patisserie ValerieMODA Mall, Diplomatic AreaOpen daily 7.30am-9pm

Skyw@alk CaféMarriott Executive Apartments, JuffairOpen daily 6.30am-11.30pm. Average BD12

Tea ClubThe Lagoon, Amwaj IslandsOpen daily 12pm-midnight. Average BD8

Tilly’sJawad Dome, BudaiyaOpen daily 8.30am-9.30pm

VerandaAdliya, Nr HSBC bank and Adhari (1771 5868)Open daily 9.am-1am. Average BD8

WaterlemonAl A’ali Shopping Complex, Seef District (1758 1785)Open daily, 10am-11pm. Average BD6

Chocolatiers GodivaSeef Mall, Seef District (1758 0699)Open 10am-10pm

Hotel Chocolat Bahrain City Centre, Seef District (1717 9779)Open Sun-Thu 10am-10pm; Fri-Sat 10am-midnight

La PapillonManama, near Dairy Queen (1725 5542)Open daily 9.30am-9pm

Lovely Memories Mahooz (1772 2533)Open daily 10am-10pm

Maya La Chocolaterie Seef Mall (1758 3368) Open daily, Sun-Thursday 10am-10pm; Fri-Sat 10am-12am

PatchiManama, near Dairy Queen (1725 0501)Open daily 9.30am-9pm

RAWASI ChocolaMahooz, near Qatar EmbassyOpen daily 9am-1.30pm; 4pm-9pm. Fri open from 4pm-9pm

SalviaBudaiya, Budaiya HighwayOpen daily 9am-1.30pm; 4pm-9pm. Fri open from 4pm-9pm

To be included, email: [email protected] or call +973 1782 2368.

Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq Thalassa Sea & SpaSo Brunch - Saraya, Wok and Fiamma International Buffet Selection and Live stations.BD 26/net per person inclusive of soft drinks, chilled juices, free flow of sparkling wine, red and white wine, beers and a cocktail of the day.Kids below 6 are free of charge and between 6-12 years old get 50% off.Every Friday from 12.30-4pmTel. +973 1763 6410

Saraya - International All Day DiningInternational Buffet for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner and A la carte throughout the day.A la carte throughout the day, all week.Open daily from 6.30am-11pmBreakfast Buffet: BD11++Lunch Buffet: BD12.5++ (BD15 net)Dinner Buffet: BD12.5++ (BD15 net)Tel. +973 1763 6410

Fiamma - Italian RestaurantRegional Italian cuisines with a wide selection of wines for Lunch and Dinner.Monday to Saturday (Closed on Sunday)12:30pm-3pm (Thurs, Fri, Sat)7-11pmTel. +973 1763 6414

Pashawat - Arabic Restaurant (Opening Soon)Open Tuesday - Sunday (Closed on Monday)7pm-12midnightTel. +973 1763 6413

Wok - Asian RestaurantAuthentic Southeast Asian Cuisine. A la Carte Dinner - 7-11pm. Wednesday - Monday (Closed on Tuesday)Tel. +973 1763 6415

La Mer - Seafood Restaurant Open Daily for A la carte Dinner - 7-11pm.Large international wine selection.Tel. +973 1763 6411

Tapas Bar Open Daily for Lunch and DinnerOpen from 11.30am - 12midnightFood Available between 11.30am - 3.30pm and 7pm - 12midnightTel. +973 1763 6412

Lagoon - Pool Bar Lunch and DinnerOpen Daily - light snacks; A la carte from 9am until sunsetTel. +973 1763 6416

Lobby Lounge and Macaron Pastry ShopLobby Lounge: 8am-12midnightMacaron: 8am-8pm. French pastries, Baked Viennoiseries and Macarons.Tel. +973 1763 6418

Amber - Cocktail BarOpen Daily from 6pm-2amTel. +973 1763 6419


Listings

Sports, Fitness and Kids Fitness/Aerobics/Spinning

Al Safir 1781 3815Fitness First 1332 2200The Regency 1722 7777The Diplomat Radisson Blu 1753 1666Curves (Budaiya) 1769 1496Ez Fit Sports Complex 1769 2378 Image Spa & Leisure (Sheraton Hotel) 1752 4570The Health Club (Gulf Hotel) 1771 3000Nautilus (Crown Plaza) 1753 0764Sports Club & Spa, Ritz-Carlton 1758 9380Al Gosaibi Gym 1729 3221Ghassan’s Gym 1769 5911(mat and private classes available) La Fontaine Centre 1723 0123World Beat Fitness Centre 1761 2576

Badminton

Bapco Club 1775 3666Telgu Kala Samithi 1727 6300The Indian Club 1725 3157

Basketball

EZ Fit Sports Complex 1769 2378Bahrain Basketball Association 1774 1010

Bowling

Al Bander Hotel & Resort 1770 1201Awali Bowling Centre 1775 3666Bahrain Bowling Association 1782 2077Bapco Club 1775 3666Funland Centre 1729 2313

Cricket

EZ Fit Sports Complex 1769 2378Bahrain Rugby Football Club 1769 5809SLC Grounds, Riffa Thursdays, 1727 6134 Training 3pm to 5pm

Cycling

Bahrain Cycling Association 1765 0079

Dance

Bahrain Ballet Centre 1769 3232Indian Institute for Performing Arts 1723 1717Latin Dance Bahrain 3967 6349Sampaguita Club 3910 6589Sayaw Unlimited Dance Club 3982 7096Victoria Dance Centre 3987 6215World Beat Fitness Centre 1761 2576Profiles Fitness Centre 1772 7766Pineapple 1771 2000

Football

Al Ahli Sports Club 1727 7712Al Hala Sports Club 1734 2182Bahrain Rugby Football Club 1769 5809British Club 1772 8245Dilmun Club 1769 2986EZ Fit Sports Complex 1769 2378Arsenal Soccer School 1756 1615

Golf

Awali Club 1775 6770Royal Golf Club 1775 0777

Go Karting/Racing

Rally Town 1753 1165BIC 1745 0000 Silver go-Karts (Tubli) 1778 0011Gulf Speed One (Seef) 3944 4137

Ice Skating

Funland Centre 1729 2313

Martial Arts

Japan Karate Association 3944 9628/3667 2204 Profiles Fitness Centre (Boxing for ladies) 1772 7766Zen-Do 1761 1909Bahrain Karate Centre 3947 7709Goju Karate Club 3965 9510World Beat Fitness Centre 1761 2576Bahrain Karate-do Academy 3665 7059

Where To GoAl Areen Wildlife Park 1783 6116

Adhari Park 1740 7300North of the Shaikh Isa Bin Sulman Highway Fun for all ages, includes a sports camp, groovy town, discovery village and indoor entertainmentChildren’s Health Academy of Specialised Sports

Chaoss 1759 2096Swimming, gymnastics, dance and Taekwon-Do for children and teenagers.

Dolphin Park 1729 3109Corniche next to Marina Club One hour marine mammal show.

Funland 1729 2313Corniche next to Marina Club Bowling and Ice Skating everyday.

Hawar Island 1731 1770Day trips to Hawar Island, boats depart from Ad Dur Jetty at 10am daily

Kid’s Kingdom Corniche, next to the Hawar reservation officeA small outdoor playground. Good fun for young children. Open until late.

Magic Island Seef Mall Over 120 different games and attractions and Bahrain’s only indoor Roller Blade Arena.

Playland 1774 2266/1762 0999Above Fuddruckers in Adliya An indoor centre full of games. Each ride costs 100 fils. Tokens available.

Soft Play 3965 3678Future 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 9026Budaiya 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 2034Near Dairy Queen roundaboutA semi-filled lake with paddleboats and birds. School & Nurseries

Wahooo! Waterpark Bahrain 1717 3000 Bahrain City CentreOpening Hours:Saturday to Tuesday: 11am to 8pmWednesday: 11am to 10pm (Ladies Night 5pm to 10pm)Thursday and Friday: 11am to 9 PM

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.

CurrencyThe Bahrain Dinar (BD) is pegged to the US dollar at the rate of US$1=BD0.377 - in other words a dinar is worth about $2.65. It is a convertible currency with no restrictions on its import or export. Tip: the Saudi Riyal (SR) is also accepted

Things to knowin shops for purchases at an exchange rate of BD1=SR10 (less in hotels) and you may be given Saudi money as change.

Business HoursFriday 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.

Creative Kids Art ClassesPaint In Space 1762 6232Chaoss 1759 2096Dar Albareh 1771 3535/3906 9016Celebrations 1759 5791Bahrain Art Society 1759 0551Indian Institute for Performing Arts 1723 1717The Studio 3975 4863Studio Ceramics 1759 9026Things to Do 1759 0409

DramaFilm-making workshops 3600 1777

Kids Gyms/GymnasticsMy Gym, www.my-gym.com 1756 6566 EZ Fit 1769 2378World Beat Fitness Centre 1761 2576Chaoss 1759 2096

LibrariesAwali Library (BAPCO, Awali) 1775 3666British Club (Times vary) 1772 8245Iqra’s Children’s Library Muharraq) 1732 0955

Music LessonsBahrain Music Institute 1772 1999Kindermusik Bahrain 1761 3144/3925 6904Room to Rock 1761 1785

Play CentresChakazoolu Indoor Theme Park 1755 8500www.danamall.net Chaoss 1759 2096Funland Centre 1729 2313 (bowling, ice skating, pool)www.funlandcentre.com Mad Science 1759 1136Magic Island, www.seefmall.net 1758 2898My Gym, 1756 6566 Softplay at Dilmun Club 1769 0926Lost Paradise of Dilmun Waterpark 1784 5100 www.lpodwaterpark.com

Play GroupsChaoss, Off Budaiya Highway 1759 2096 Kindermusik 3925 6904/1761 3144Ajyaal Montessori Pre-SchoolMini Storytellers, British School 3912 9585(4 to 7 year olds) Musical Babies, Nadeen School 1772 8886My Gym, Seef District 1756 6566Rhymes & Chimes, Dilmun Club 3929 6848Soft Play, Off Budaiya Highway 3965 3678Sticky Fingers 3961 8340Storytellers, British School 3912 9585(7 to 11 year olds) Tots & Toddlers Group, 1772 8245The British ClubWriggly Readers, British School 3912 9585(for pre-schoolers) www.mumsinbahrain.net

Meditation/Yoga

Art of Living 3988 8760Dessange 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 5027Daily yoga classes, relaxing yoga and meditation for beginners and advanced students. World Beat Fitness Centre 1761 2576The Diplomat Radisson Blu 1753 1666Reiki Master And Teacher Melanie 3933 0911offers Reiki sessions and coursesor www.reikibahrain.comAnubhaa Sharma [email protected]

Netball

Bahrain Rugby Football Club 1769 5809(Thurs) 4.45pm for girls; (Sun) 7.30pm for women Riffa Views Netball League 3630 6946

Rugby

Bahrain Rugby Football Club 1769 5809

Snooker

Bahrain Snooker Association 1782 5301 Jimmy’s Snooker and Billiards Club 1771 6147

Squash

Bahrain Badminton and 1729 2662 Squash Federation The Country Club 1759 3593Al Bander Resort 1770 1201Nautilus (Crowne Plaza) 1753 0764The Diplomat Radisson Blu 1753 1666

Horse Riding

Awali Riding Club 1775 6525Saturdays 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 2986Sundays to Thursdays. 8am to 11am and 3pm to 7.30pm Shakhoora Riding School 1759 1103Sundays to Thursdays, 8am to 12noon, 3.30pm to 7pm The Country Club 1759 3593Fridays Horse riding in paddock, 1pm to 4pm Twin Palms Riding Centre 1759 1668

Swimming Lessons

British Club 1772 8245Dilmun Club 1769 2986Ritz Carlton Sports Club 1758 0001The Diplomat Radisson Blu 1753 1666

Watersports

Bahrain Sailing School 1731 0252Coral Beach Club 1721 2700The Marina Club 1729 1527The Sailing Club 1783 6078The Yacht Club 1770 0677Aquatique - Organised pearl diving 1727 1780Al Bander Resort 1770 1201Bahrain Swimming Association 1768 0867Dilmun Club 1769 0926

Tennis

Bahrain Tennis Club 1772 9561 The British Club 1722 8245The Country Club 1759 3593Dilmun Club 1769 2986Gulf Hotel 1771 3000Marina Club 1729 1527The Diplomat Radisson Blu 1753 1666Bahrain Tennis Club 1772 9561/1772 9756Filipino Club Tennis Group 3952 7587


Listings

American CurriculumAl Hekma International Tel. 1762 0820/1762 3999Modern Knowledge Schools Tel. 1772 7712Riffa Views International School Tel. 1656 5000The Bahrain School Tel. 1762 0820

British CurriculumAl Mahd Day Boarding Tel. 1779 2422British School Tel. 1761 0920Budaiya Preschool Tel. 1779 1491Dilmun School (elementary) Tel. 1771 3483KG Kids Tel. 1766 3556St Christopher’s School Tel. 1778 8108 Sacred Heart School Tel. 1768 4367Talent International and The Infant School Tel. 1725 2346/1777 0078

Nurseries and CrechesAl Dana Nursery Tel. 1725 3541Dana Pre-school, Riffa Tel. 1777 0180Lilliput, Budaiya Tel. 1769 4947

24-Hour PharmaciesJaffer 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 202330 Shaikh Ali bin Khalifa Avenue, East Riffa 901Muwasaa Pharmacy Tel. 1733 5666Shaikh Mohd bin Salman Avenue, Road 205, Muharraq.

Courier & Express Delivery

Tel. 1733 0434

DHL Tel. 1736 4100

TNT Tel. 1734 9199

An International Driving Permit (IDP) is required to drive in Bahrain except for visitors from Gulf Co-operation 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 Tel. 1753 4100National Car Rental Tel. 1723 1156Avenue Car Rental and Leasing Tel. 1771 3181

Embassies & ConsulatesEmbassies 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 3669Bangladesh 1771 4717China 1772 3800Denmark 1772 5119Egypt 1772 0005France 1729 8660Germany 1753 0210India 1771 2785Iran 1772 2400Iraq 1774 1472Italy 1725 2424Japan 1771 6565Jordan 1729 1109Kuwait 1753 4040Lebanon 1778 6994

Malaysia 1756 4551Morocco 1774 0566Netherlands 1759 1568Oman 1729 3663Pakistan 1724 4113Palestine 1727 6099Philippines 1725 0990Portugal 1753 6709Qatar 1772 2922Russia 1772 5222Saudi Arabia 1753 7722Switzerland 1753 1166Syria 1772 2484Trade Mission of Taiwan 1729 2578Thailand 1727 4142Tunisia 1771 4149Turkey 1753 3448UAE 1771 0333UK 1757 4100UN Info Centre 1731 1676USA 1724 2700

Flight InformationAirline offices are normally open from 8am to 12.30pm and from 3pm to around 5pm, Saturday till Wednesday.Flight Info 1733 9339Air India 1729 6444British Airways 1758 7777Cathay Pacific 1722 6226Emirates 1758 8700Gulf Air 1733 5777Jet Airways 1722 7114KLM 1722 9747 Kuwait Airways 1722 3300 Lufthansa 1782 8762PIA 1722 3808Qatar Airways 1721 2202Saudi Airlines 1721 1550

Hospitals & ClinicsEmergency 999American Mission Hospital (AMH) 1725 3447Saar Medical & Dental Clinic (AMH) 1779 0025Bahrain Specialist Hospital 1781 2000Ibn Al-Nafees Hospital 1782 8282Salmaniya Hospital 1728 8888

Telephone HelplineIntl. calls via operator 151Directory enquiries 181Directory enquiries - Intl. 191Other phone enquiries 100Speaking clock 140

Essential Info

SchoolsOther Private SchoolsAl Noor International School Tel. 1773 6773Ecole Francaise de Bahrain Tel. 1732 3770Ibn Khuldoon National School Tel. 1778 0661Shaikha Hessa Girls’ SchoolTel. 1775 6111

Special NeedsDisabled Sports Federation Tel. 1778 9191Hope Institute Tel. 1768 0815/1768 0500R.I.A. Institute Tel. 1771 6871 The Children’s Academy Tel. 1761 3234UCO Parents Care Centre Tel. 1767 7717

Animal WelfareAl Ahli Animal Centre 1762 2102/3965 4343BSPCA 1759 1231Delmon Kennels & Training 3971 7609Jassim Veterinary Centre (Sugaya) 1723 1242Modern Animal Health Centre (Budaiya) 1759 0908Nonie Coutts Surgery, (Manama and Saar) 1724 5515Pet Arabia 1759 2288 Saar Kennels 1779 2064

Art SocietiesElham 1771 7441La Fontaine Centre of Contemporary Art 1723 0123The Bahrain Contemporary Art Society 1772 8046

Charitable OrganisationsAlia for Early Intervention 1773 0960Bahrain Cancer Society 3960 3489/1723 3080Bahrain Charity Society 1729 3363Bahrain Disabled Sports Committee 1778 9191Bahrain Human Rights Society 1753 1822Bahrain Red Crescent Society 1729 3171Friendship Society for the Blind 1762 4496Hope Institute for the Handicapped 1768 0815Islamic Enlightenment Society 1772 0053Lions Club of Bahrain 3908 0097Manama Rotary Club 3939 4522Migrant Workers Protection Society 3946 5378Overseas Workers Welfare Admin. 1721 3825Palm Association 1779 0826/3964 3211Riffa Cultural and Charity Society 1777 5444Think Pink 3907 6717BSPCA 1759 1231/1759 3479

Gallery/CraftsAl Riwaq Art Space 1771 7441Al Jasra Handicrafts Centre 1761 1900 Art Lounge 1758 0522Traditional crafts including palm weaving, pottery and woodwork. Bahrain Arts Society 1759 0551Thursdays 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 8032Arabic calligraphyCaravan Galleries 3996 5853Kerala Arts and Cultural Association 3963 9319The Studio 3975 4863Pottery 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 3987 3357Alcoholics Anonymous 1753 0020Narcotics Anonymous 1753 3558

BridgeBahrain Bridge Club 3960 7219Bahrain Bridge Committee 3968 7190

DartsBalouch Club 1729 2231 Sri Lanka Club 1729 7878

ChessBahrain Chess Federation 1725 2133

PhotographyAwali Photo Society 1776 4468 Bahrain Arts Society 3966 7751

ScrabbleBahrain Scrabble League 1724 2641Bahrain Kannada Sangha 1727 1157 Saturdays. 6.30pm.

Speech & DramaBahrain Cinema Club 1772 5959Dilmun Amateur Dramatics Society 1769 0926 Folk Poetry Society 1776 1000 Manama Theatre Club 1777 6489 Manama Toastmasters Club 3965 5676

Ladies ClubsAmerican Association of Bahrain 1756 4170American Women’s Association 1775 6075 Australian Association of Bahrain 3910 1348Awali Ladies Association 1767 8947Bahrain Business Women’s Society 1772 1188Bahrain Garden Club 1772 7625Bahrain Women Society 1782 6777 Bahrain Young Ladies Society 1727 3508 BYLS-Toastmasters Club 1762 6237Get together for Ladies 3917 4247/3902 7892Indian Ladies Association 3980 5372 International Ladies Group 1772 9128 Madinat Hamad Women Society 3964 3396Contact person Amal 3987 8758Pakistani Women’s Association 1771 0944Second Sunday Newcomers 3927 0413/3641 1368

Language SchoolsAl Quran Translation 1764 5156Bait Al Taleem 1764 3199 Berlitz 1782 7847British Council 1726 1555Carousel 3967 3635 Lingua English Saturdays. Mondays and Wednesdays. English Language Classes, 4.30pm to 6pm, 4pm to 5.30pm. English Language Centre 1770 0040Lingo - Ease Language Centre Budaiya Highway 1759 0895

Social ClubsAlliance Française 1768 3295Assamese Community 3909 1959Awali Caledonian Society 3636 6458Bahrain Caledonian Society 3944 0658Bahrain Hash House Harriers 1786 2620Bahrain Irish Society [email protected] Kannada Sangha 1727 1257Bahrain Round Table 3960 8568Bahrain Rugby Football Club 1769 5809Bahrain Welsh Society 1772 7127Balouch Club 1729 2231British Club 1772 8245 ext. 32Bhatia Mitra Mandal 3960 1789Country Club 1759 3593Dilmun Club 1769 0926Filipino Club 1726 2143Indian Club 1725 3157 Karnataka Social Club 1725 4257Pakistan Club 1725 8520Pakistan Association 3941 5200Royal Society of St. George 3972 6329 Saar Cultural & Sports Club 1779 0335Shree Nayrana Cultural Society 1725 5517Shri Gujarati Samaj 3962 4285Sri Lanka Club 1727 6134 Wisdom Home Society 1772 7575

WellbeingKelly Armatage Inc.Offering counselling, life coaching and cognitive behavioural therapy sessionsMob: 3993 1399Email: [email protected]

Clubs & Associations

Things to knowTaxisTaxis 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 OffenceGenerally 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.

Car Hire


Wildlife

Here’s what they were upto when they thought we weren’t watching!

Animals AreBeautiful People!

Will you be my friend?

One little kissie for you.

Don’t you mess with me young man!!

Who said sharing was only for humans!

Look Look, Im a princess!!

Water!! Hello!! Are you there?

Eyes on the Prize. Eyes On The PRIZE!!!

Y oohoo, anybody home?


Lifestyle

Horoscopes

Taurus20 April-20 MayIt will be easy to talk to someone into doing exactly

what you want them to do. Though you need to think

over before you begin whether manipulating someone whose respect you really cherish is what you really want to do. You know that what you’ve done is about to bring you rewards, so why wait? Plan the parties, send out the invitations, and be sure to stay in contact with the influential people who’ve already agreed to help you announce your name. Prepare yourself for a change and remember that whatever happens is part of The Grand Scheme. Cooperate.

Leo23 July-21 AugustIf you’ve been trying to hang on to a relationship that’s

ceased to be useful to you, it may be time to dismiss it entirely,

and try your best to stop holding onto what’s no longer positive to you in any way. You’re in the midst of making some very serious decisions, at least one which will involve what you want to do with the rest of your life. If you’re still looking for your life’s path, be prepared! It’s about to be offered to you! Listen to your body and your spirit will grow stronger.

Virgo 22August- 21 SeptemberSomeone new and quite

exciting may be due to make quite the entry into your life

- and it will be a grand entry indeed! A terrific new work opportunity will come to you this month most likely in a field you’d never pictured yourself working in. A big change is on its way so prepare yourself for anything and everything, and remember that whatever happens is part of The Grand Scheme. Cooperate.

Gemini21 May-21 JuneSomeone new and quite exciting may be due to make

quite the entry into your life - and it will be a grand entry indeed!

You’re in the midst of making some very serious decisions, at least one which will involve what you want to do with the rest of your life. If you’re still looking for your life’s path, be prepared! It’s about to be offered to you! Don’t worry about losing your friends or those closest to you. After you’ve come up with your own answers to pressing questions, you’ll be back, renewed and revitalised.

Cancer22 June-22 JulySomeone is courting you - or at least, trying to. If you’ve

been putting them off, there’s a reason for it. The High Priestess

will gently guide you as you try to decide what to do. Don’t rush, don’t allow yourself to be rushed. If you’re not satisfied, don’t despair. Something you never expected will come along, when you least expect it. You feel stuck now but you must abandon all previous options and come up with something new. Be imaginative!

Libra22September- 22 OctoberYou’re due for a month’s

worth of fantasies, so enjoy it. Try to spend some time on your

own, deciding exactly who and what you want to be. A project that’s been nothing more than a dream lately could well be about to come to fruition. Just try not to go overboard and become rigid or nit-picky, especially on yourself. It can only lead to depression.

Scorpio23 October- 22 NovemberEach and every person you

encounter will have a positive impact on your life. You’ll

recognise your “soul-mates” (and yes, there are far more than one) when you see them. It’s time for you to either start or end a new way of earning your daily bread. If you go into it without any reservations, you’ll do fine. A total change awaits you so cooperate.

Sagittarius 23 November- 21 December

Be very careful about who you flirt with, even playfully, because

your partner won’t take kindly to how receptive just about everyone will be to you. If you’re single, however, have a ball! An abundance of all good things are about to come your way. Share your wealth, literally. A project that’s been nothing more than a dream lately could well be about to come to fruition. Do what you can and let the Universe work out the details.

Aquarius20 January- 18 FebruaryYou’re about to enter a time

of introspection with regard to a certain partnership matter. If

your partner doesn’t give you this time happily then you may need to add that to the list of matters to consider about your relationship. You don’t have much say as far as your career is concerned. This may mean that the company you work for may be sold or that you have no choice but to work for a new employer. The process may not be enjoyable, but you could end up with a far better position. Ask the Universe for what you want, and be specific. Then there’s absolutely no way for you to fail.

Capricorn 22 December- 19 JanuaryA recent event will prove to

you that you’re in charge of how everything turns out and the result

pertains most especially to how you deal with your partner. You’re about to make a big change this month in the department of work and career. You are most likely to get a job offer from someone you least expected. It’s time for you to pull back from your loved ones and think things through. Don’t worry about losing your friends or those closest to you. After you’ve come up with your own answers to pressing questions, you’ll be back, renewed and revitalised.

Aries21 March-19 April If your partner has been quiet or moody lately, consider

that you may have been just a bit too hard on them. It’s

time to go easier on others. Of course, the same may also be said for you if you’ve been trying too hard to please someone who’s been just about unbearable. Over the next month you may opt to take on a business partner, but be sure it’s someone who can be trusted. Listen to the advice that dear ones offer, but also pay attention to yourself - to your dreams, your feelings of déjà vu, and to the voice of your intuition.

Pisces19 February-20 MarchIt will be easy to talk to

someone into doing exactly what you want them to do.

Though you need to think over before you begin whether manipulating someone whose respect you really cherish is what you really want to do. It’s time for you to be less hesitant about the ways of the world. No matter how sociable you are, don’t be surprised if you choose to spend time alone now - much to the disappointment of your friends! Be kind. Explain to them that you need some time alone to think a certain matter through.

“The earth provides enough to satisfy every man’s need, but not every man’s greed.” – Mahatma Gandhi

The month of June has three birthstones;

pearl, moonstone and alexandrite.

Alexandrite


Inspiration

Lessons In LifeA boy and a girl were playing together. The boy had a collection of marbles. The girl had some sweets with her. The boy told the girl that he will give her all his marbles in exchange for her sweets. The girl agreed. The boy kept the biggest and the most beautiful marble aside and gave the rest to the girl. The girl gave him all her sweets as she had promised. That night, the girl slept peacefully. But the boy couldn’t sleep as he kept wondering if the girl had hidden some sweets from him the way he had hidden his best marble.

Reflection:This simple story gives us a simple lesson that he who does evil expects evil. This lesson applies to all stages and domains of life may it be professional or familial. If you don’t give your hundred percent in a relationship, you’ll always keep doubting if the other person has given his or her hundred percent.

Give your hundred percent to everything you do and get peace of mind.

A Good LessonA lady was driving along with her father. They

came upon a storm, and the young lady asked her father, What should I do?” He said “keep driving”. Cars began to pull over to the

side, the storm was getting worse. “What should I do.” The young lady asked? “Keep driving,” her father replied. On up a few feet, she noticed that eighteen wheelers were also

pulling over. She told her dad, “I must pull over, I can barely see ahead. It is terrible, and

everyone is pulling over!” Her father again says, “Don’t give up, just keep driving!” The

storm had gotten terrible, but she never stopped driving, and soon she could see a

little more clearly. After a couple of miles she was again on dry land, and the sun came out. Her father said, “Now you can pull over and

get out.” She said “But why now?”

He said: “When you get out, look back at all the people that gave up and are still in the

storm, because you never gave up, your storm is over.’’

This is a testimony for anyone who is going through “hard times”. Just because everyone else, even the strongest, give up. You don’t

have to ... if you keep going, soon your storm will be over and the sun will shine upon your

face again!

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