Well-stacked aisles as far as the eye can see, the cheerful buzz of happy families and tons of exciting products to peruse — what better way to spend the scorching summer months?

Traditionally perceived as a monthly chore, grocery shopping has never been an activity worth looking forward to; that is until the advent of massive supermarkets and hypermarkets on the island. Suddenly this dreaded task was transformed into a regular event with people rushing to get the best parking spots and the best deals.

Parents began to be accompanied by children and wives by their husbands. Now it has turned into a family outing, a day to spend some quality time with the brood. What makes it even better is the plethora of venues that have sprung up across the island, catering to every market segment and ensuring that you are never too far from a high-tech grocery store — no matter where you are.

Join BTM as we comb the supermarket scene, and get up-close-and-personal with some of Bahrain’s leading super stores.

Alosra Supermarket
Noted for its fresh and friendly image, premium quality products and international service standards, Alosra aims to provide customers with a memorable and enjoyable shopping experience.

The store offers customers a complete collection of supermarket products and is well-known for its fresh produce and deli range of cooked foods. Other items include white goods, kitchen accessories, outdoor equipment, books, DVD’s and videos.

A series of special offers are regularly conducted, including a Best of the Best offer on fresh food items. During the summer an annual Home Alone promotion on a host of ready-made meals is aimed at men left to fend for themselves at mealtimes by wives who have gone back home.

Situated at the Najibi Center in Saar, Alosra has a full range of fresh, chilled and long-life products not readily available across Bahrain.

Alosra Supermarket is open from 7:30 am to 10:30 pm.
For information, call 17 699-464.

Al Jazira Supermarket
The Al Jazira shopping experience is enhanced by its expansive aisles, carefully segmented departments and broad selection of imported goods, assuring customers of excellent value for money.

Sporting a well stocked bakery, deli, meat counter and fresh produce section flown in from overseas, Al Jazira places a strong emphasis on quality, of both products and service, thus ensuring a following of loyal customers.

Seeking to give back to customers, further reductions are available with the Al Jazira Loyalty Card, which allows the cardholder to accumulate points on every purchase, entitling them to various special offers. A number of promotions are also held on selected products throughout the year in designated areas of the supermarket.

Al Jazira currently operates five supermarkets in Adliya, Budaiya, Mahooz, Muharraq and Juffair, with additional branches opening soon.

Al Jazira Supermarkets operate from 8 am to 10 pm.
For information, call 17 740-111.

Jawad Supermarket
Jawad Supermarket offers customers an extensive choice of produce, baked goods and non-food items, all stocked within well-planned aisles.

Having greatly influenced the pattern of retail spending on the island, Jawad has introduced new-age shopping concepts such as Jawad Direct, which offers customers free home delivery of their purchases, 24-hour stores and Jawad Express.

Stocking a range of grocery products for those looking to make a quick purchase, there are a number Express outlets at prestigious addresses such as Almoayyed Tower, the Diplomatic Area and Karanah.

Moreover, special discounts and privileges are up for grabs with the Jawad Privilege Card and Air Miles card.

The store has two supermarkets, one at the Jawad Dome in Barbar and another at The Centre in Nuwaidrat, each of which carries a number of international brands.

Jawad Supermarkets are open from 8 am to 10 pm between Saturday and Wednesday and from 8 am to 11 pm on Thursday and Friday.
For information, call 17 691-010.