Bahrain Postcards

A Walking Tour of Muharraq’s Pearling Path

With guide Sophie 10,000 steps, one gloriously breezy morning and a route stitched together with stories and snacks! The ancient + the modern Some of the highlights from my walking tour with Sophie, who is a gem of knowledge for the area...

5 Ways to Stay in Bahrain (from barefoot to butler service)

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Bahrain is small, but where you stay changes everything. You can wake up in the middle of the desert (Al Areen) with nothing but silence, or step straight into the hum of the souk. You can do barefoot and bohemian, or full marble-and-but...

The Pakistani Meal I Waited 10 Years For

A long-awaited visit to Desi Dastarkhawn in Bahrain, one of the only places serving authentic Pakistani food, from haleem to chapli kabab.

Brunches to Try: Bahrain Edition

Bahrain does brunch like it does everything else...with flair, sunshine and a little bit of excess (and I'm here for all of it!). Here are six that are worth leaving the house for: 1. Raffles Al Areen (Palma Restaurant)The brunch for whe...

5 Days in Bahrain: A Food-Lover’s Itinerary

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Your Five Day Bahrain Travel Guide for What to Do & Where to Eat After the massive success my 48 hours in Bahrain itinerary gets, and with a friend recently visiting for the first time - I developed a strong 5 day Bahrain itinerary! Givi...

A Fresh Take on Bahraini Food: Dāwa

Discover Dāwa, Bahrain’s new modern seafood tapas spot blending tradition with contemporary Bahraini flavours. Full review plus the exact dishes you should order, from prawn jirish salad to saffron carpaccio.

Al Sana Cafe: A Proper Bahraini Breakfast

Discover a traditional Bahraini breakfast at Al Sana Cafe in the Manama Souk. From balaleet and tomato eggs to foul, sambosa, liver, mehyawa, labnah and aseeda, here’s what to expect and what to order.

The Pearl of Bahrain: Exploring the New Pearl Museum in Muharraq

Bahrain’s rich history is deeply intertwined with the pearl trade and nowhere is this more evident than in Muharraq, the island’s former capital and a UNESCO-listed hub of Bahraini heritage. With the recent opening of the new Pearl Museu...

Sip, Savour and Soar: Bahrain’s Rooftop Gems

Elevate your evenings at Bahrain’s best rooftops! From Sushi Samba’s vibrant indoor/outdoor vibes to ROKA’s stunning al fresco dining and Orla’s local charm with great music, drinks, and vibes, discover these must-visit spots.

East Meets Elegance

Dining at Bahrain’s Bougie Chinese Spot At Wunder (the Marketing Agency I co-own), we’ve made it a priority to build traditions and values that reflect what truly matters to us as a team. From our annual Christmas Dinner (a nod to my Lon...

Casual Dining Gems: Bahrain

When it comes to casual dining in Bahrain, it’s not just about the food...it’s about the atmosphere, creativity, and overall vibe! From Egyptian soul food to reimagined ramen bowls, here are three fantastic spots that prove casual meals...

Traditional Eats: Muharraq’s Al Sedra

It’s not every day you find yourself sitting in a charming garden, overlooking a UNESCO World Heritage site. But that’s exactly what you’ll experience at Al Sedra, a new spot nestled right next to the Pearling Path Visitors Center in Muh...