bahrainthismonth.com | MARCH 2025 FIRST WORD 6 Cover Ramadan & Deals on Wheels George F. Middleton Publisher and Chairman MARCH 2025 Scan to signup to our monthly newsletter Copyright Reserved 2005-2025 The concept, content, style and design of this publication remain the exclusive property of Red House Marketing (Jersey) Ltd. and must not be reproduced in any form whatsoever without prior written permission. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this publication. However, Red House Marketing cannot accept legal responsibility for any error or omission. • Views expressed in this magazine by journalists and writers are not necessarily those of the publishers of Bahrain This Month. Licensed by the Ministry of Information Publication Code: TA001 ISBN 1 899 348 09 3 1 Year subscription Bahrain: BD24 Gulf and international subscriptions available on request. Printing Press: Union Press, Bahrain Published monthly by: Red House Marketing P.O. Box 20461, Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain Tel: (+973) 17 813-777 Email: [email protected] www.bahrainthismonth.com The Holy Month of Ramadan is upon us, bringing with it a time of reflection, community and spiritual renewal. As Bahrain embraces the essence of this sacred season, Bahrain This Month is here to guide you through its many incredible facets. Our Ramadan feature is extensive, starting with the incredible spectrum of culinary wizardry on offer throughout the month. Whether it’s Ifar or Ghabga, we proudly highlight the exquisite spreads offered across Bahrain’s top hotels and restaurants. With a lot of food and resting, it’s also important to stay in shape. Edwin D’Souza gives his expert advice on maintaining fitness and well-being throughout the month. For those unfamiliar with the customs of Ramadan, our ‘Guide to the Holy Month for Non-Muslims’ offers valuable insights into etiquette and traditions, fostering mutual respect in our diverse society. For automobile enthusiasts, our Deals on Wheels feature is a must-read, offering a practical guide to navigating Bahrain’s car market. Meanwhile, Kristian Harrison embarks on the ultimate 4x4 adventure, putting the all-new Toyota Land Cruiser Prado to the test. This issue also takes us beyond Bahrain’s borders, as I had the privilege of visiting Qatar as a guest of Visit Qatar. With its remarkable blend of heritage, luxury and innovation, Qatar is a destination that captivates on many levels. Of course, we don’t forget what truly makes Bahrain shine … its people. As the longestserving ambassador in the Kingdom, we are particularly delighted to present an exclusive interview with His Excellency Rami Saleh Wreikat Al Adwan, the Ambassador of Jordan to Bahrain. He reflects on the enduring relationship between the two nations, highlighting shared values and economic ties that continue to strengthen. We also grill actor Vivian Dsena on his journey of self-discovery after his stint in the Bigg Boss house, while Jose Matos introduces Bahrain’s first dedicated Tea Boutique. Fitness pioneer Osama Kamaluddin shares how he built a thriving CrossFit community in Bahrain, and in Chef’s Cut, Abdelhameed Al-Mahsiri takes us behind the scenes at This month also marks two significant occasions with two incredibly important features – Mother’s Day and International Women’s Day. We take a moment to honour the remarkable women who shape our lives, whether through their love, strength or unwavering support. As always, Bahrain This Month remains your Guide to a Great Way of Life. Stay connected with us in print, online at www.bahrainthismonth.com, and on social media @bahrainthismonth for the latest updates, news and features. Warmest regards, George Middleton Charthouse Bahrain. Over in Woman This Month, we celebrate inspiring women leading the way in their fields. Nadezhda Vasichkina brings a fresh perspective to Bahrain’s hospitality sector in her new role at the Diplomat Radisson Blu Hotel, Residence & Spa. Seema Haqiqi, Bahrain’s first encaustic artist, redefines artistic boundaries with her unique wax-based creations. Meanwhile, we take a walk in Vinny Aseeja’s shoes as she shares her expertise in business development across some of Bahrain’s top beauty brands. Publisher and Chairman George F. Middleton Deputy Editor Kristian Harrison Commercial Director Esky Dubois Editorial & Production Facilitator Edwin D’Souza Contributors Badia Dhrari, Bill Grieve, Ouiam El Hassani, Pria Masson, Lani Price, Shannan Vaz Designer Mark Deson Cunado Bystander Production Sabu Sebastian Webmaster Nishad Eapen Photographer & Videographer Bystander Layout Editor Subeesh Kumar N S Sathesh Baby Administration and Finance Samson Vaz, Marlyn Ragasa Media Sales Team Media Sales Director Anuradha Manhas [email protected] Creative Partnerships & Brand Engagement Amina Syed [email protected] Digital & Content Marketing Team Digital Strategy Director Lini Reghunath Content & Branding Strategist Nitya Gnanaolivu Social Media Team Shilu Babu, Shannan Vaz Creative Solutions & Technology Rohit Reghunath Distributor Al Hilal Group (Hilal Direct Services) Distribution Team CM Abdul Rahman, Gopal Arul Kumar THE TEAM
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