Category: Magazine
A cherished Ramadan tradition evolves for 2026 MANAMA, Bahrain — Before organized festivals and large-scale Ramadan activations, Gargee’an belonged to the neighborhoods. Observed across Bahrain and the Gulf on the 13th, 14th or 15th night of Ramadan, Gargee’an, also known as Gerga’oon is a children’s tradition centered on generosity and community. Dressed in traditional clothing, […]
Manama, Bahrain – The InterContinental Bahrain Ramadan Iftar 2026 opened with an immersive pearl-inspired experience inside the Regency Tent. As part of the invited media, I attended the preview evening to explore this year’s Ramadan theme.. The first thing I noticed was the glow. Soft lighting reflected off pearl-inspired details across the space, […]
How balanced Iftar and Suhoor can prevent common fasting issues Ramadan changes more than meal times. It shifts sleep patterns, hydration habits and daily energy cycles. In the GCC, where fasting hours are long and temperatures are high, those changes can affect how the body performs. Most health concerns during Ramadan are not caused by […]
Dividend Gate Capital and Bahrain Family Leisure Company formalize a landmark share-swap deal, creating one of Bahrain’s largest F&B platforms. A Defining Moment for the Kingdom’s Hospitality Sector Bahrain’s food and beverage industry has always been fast-moving. New concepts emerge regularly, and competition keeps operators sharp. This week, the focus shifted from momentum to structure. […]
A media lunch at Jashan by Chef Pillai unfolded with the kind of calm confidence that usually follows a kitchen certain of its direction. Hosted by Wyndham Garden Manama on Jan. 31, the invitation-only gathering brought together media, vloggers and digital creators for a preview of what Chef Pillai has planned for Bahrain this February. […]
For a first-time visitor, the Bahrain Arts Society Annual Exhibition 2026 feels less like a single exhibition and more like a guided walk through Bahrain’s contemporary creative pulse. From the moment you enter, it becomes clear this isn’t designed to be rushed. The layout encourages slow movement, pauses, and second looks, an experience that rewards […]
“You don’t win big matches without first learning how to win the small ones.” —Serena Williams The Bahrain Open on the ITF Women’s World Tennis Tour returned to Manama in January with a field that reflected exactly what a W75 tournament is meant to deliver, proven professionals, rising contenders, and qualifiers determined to turn opportunity […]
Long before winter nights at the Bahrain International Circuit filled with the echo of turbocharged engines and the sharp scent of burning rubber, drag racing in Bahrain was a niche pursuit, raw, mechanical, and driven largely by underground enthusiasm. Over the years, it has grown into one of the Kingdom’s most anticipated motorsport fixtures, combining […]
Winter mornings in Bahrain come with a familiar pull. The air is cooler, the pace softer, and weekends invite a different kind of gathering, one built around fresh produce, shared tables, and unhurried conversation. The Farmers Market at The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain has become one of those seasonal rituals. Returning for its 2026 run from Jan. […]
Summer travel plans for 2026 just became more enticing. Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, has confirmed the return of its seasonal flights to Geneva and Nice, reconnecting travelers to two of Europe’s most sought-after summer destinations. The routes, which include a stop in Milan, are now open for booking and […]