Persian by heritage. British by upbringing. Hungry everywhere in between.

The Adventures of Hungry Fifi

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The New Bakeries You Need To Know

ZimariFrom the team behind Manos, this Greek bakery in Janabiya Square, is the place to swing by for indulgently good, flakey pastries. We loaded up on spanakopita and quiches before heading home. Once it cools down a bit you can enjoy t...

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Your One-Stop Shop for Pork

Looking for the best sausages in Bahrain? Look no further than Sausage House in Juffair. With a wide variety of sausages, they have something for every taste.

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Zero Waste Supermarket

Welcome to Petiole, Bahrain's first zero waste supermarket. Located in Janabiya's District 1 Mall (a little tricky to access, but worth it for this store). Petiole also has a vegan cafe upstairs/outdoors and offers zero waste shopping to...

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Antiquing in Bahrain

My Bahrain antique shop trail, with where to go and what to look for! Plenty of vintage pieces to rummage through.

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Farms & Markets

Hidd Fish Market We're blessed to live on an island with fresh fish abound! Head to this fish market, barely five minutes from Amwaj, to pick up some fresh fish for dinner. My fave picks, clams! Affordable and available most of the year....

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Specialist Food Stores (p2)

If you've read my Specialist Food Stores Part 1 and have already trawled the shops to get your gourmet and niche goodies, then it is time to read my Part 2 below! Here are some great places I’ve enjoyed shopping for unique and tasty item...

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From Beirut to Bahrain

Allo Beirut is a Lebanese supermarket cum cafe, the perfect little spot to pick up some groceries whilst also enjoying a good meal.

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A Traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony in Bahrain

A traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony experience in the heart of Bahrain, conducted by a qualified expert and master.

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Foodie Gifts

The best foodie gifts to shop in Bahrain, from baklawa to spices and more. Impress your friends with gourmet treats.

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Specialist Food Stores (p1)

The ultimate list of where to shop in Bahrain for gourmet foods, speciality items and hard to find ingredients.

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Oyster Adventures

I’ve lived in Bahrain over a decade now and for over a decade I’ve been asking…why don’t ever we eat our oysters? We hunt for pearls, we lust after their shells, we shuck them, we treasure them, we spend tons on them...but why.not.eat.th...