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DECEMBER 2018 Amwaj ISLANDER ISSUE 98 | DECEMBER 2018 amwaj ISLANDER ALSO IN THIS ISSUE 60 Seconds with Wilbeth 2018 Pretorius, F&B Operations DECEMBER Manager at BMMI, page 2 Find out what’s happening this month December Events and Offers, in Amwaj Islands page 3 GRAFEATII now open at The Lagoon, page 4 Photo of the Month, page 6 WWW.AMWAJ.BH 1 amwaj ISLANDER Letter from the Editor Dear Islanders, out what they have in store. The final countdown has started Finally, we are excited to announce towards the end of 2018, but the launch of the newest outlet before we ring in the New Year’s in The Lagoon, Amwaj. Grafeatii we have a lot of festivities and is a one of a kind location with celebrations to look forward to bowling alleys, restaurant and around the islands. creative graffiti walls, check out page 4 for more details and rates. This month, you can choose to On a final note, we hope you attend a Christmas Tree Lighting, have a wonderful month full of a Gingerbread Workshop or a celebrations and joyful moments scrumptious Christmas Dinner. with your loved ones, Merry For more details, make sure to Christmas and happy New Year’s. check out page 3. The celebrations don’t stop there, See you in 2019, islanders. as we have Bahrain’s National Day coming up mid-month, The Grove Sincerely, Hotel and The Grove Resort will be organizing celebrations so check The Amwaj Team Your neighbourhood spot for all day breakfast 7am to 9pm Adjacent to Alosra supermarket, Amwaj Islands: +973 1603 0469 Najibi Centre, opposite Alosra supermarket, Saar: +973 1773 9726 Delilah's ad H- 13cm, W- 18.5cm .indd 1 11/18/18 4:57 PM amwaj ISLANDER 2 60 Seconds.. from our customers. Keeping our customers’ health in mind, with our tradition of being your providing a range of nutritious neighbourhood spot for all day options to choose from. breakfast, the menu will include our signature interpretation What dishes would you of international and local recommend people to try and favourites! why? Do your customers mostly Our new menu will offer a range frequent your outlets for of exciting dishes, which our breakfast, lunch or dinner? passionate team created with our customers’ delight in mind. In both our Amwaj and Saar If I had to choose one item not outlets, our breakfast items are to be missed; it would definitely a hit throughout the day. Our be our new vegan coconut Name: Wilbeth customers really appreciate the and banana French toast - it’s Pretorius home-style specials we offer absolutely delicious! for lunch, created with a unique Nationality: South Delilah’s twist. People also love What exciting new offers are to stop by for a great cup of in the pipeline for Delilah’s for African coffee and to catch up over tea. 2019? Position: What are the current operation We’d love for you to come down times for Delilah’s? to Delilah’s and see for yourself Operations all the exciting changes that are Manager Bayader We are open from 7am to 9m. planned to take place! I can tell you that we’ll be launching a Company: BMMI What type of cuisine does varied range of new and exciting Delilah’s serve? limited time offers for our customers, which will not only We mainly focus on tantalising delight them, but that will also breakfast items with a Delilah’s add value to the whole family. How long have you been touch, served all day and with an working at Delilah’s? emphasis on great service and To find out more about Delilah’s customer experience. Our lunch delicious new menu, call I joined the restaurants and specials are also created with cafés division of BMMI, which 16030469. runs Delilah’s, two months ago. Where were you working previously? Over the past four and a half years, I’ve worked in the food and beverage sector in Bahrain and Kuwait. What new aspects are you going to be bringing to Delilah’s? We’re currently working on a new and exciting menu that will cater to our diverse customer base, drawing on our team’s innovation and on feedback 3 amwaj ISLANDER Pet play dates in Upcoming Events & Amwaj!December 2018 Sessions 1 Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at The children from 6 – 12 years enjoy 50% off; and kids 5 years Grove Hotel ‘Tis the season to be jolly at The Grove and below dine free, 20% discount for all Amwaj residents. Hotel! Nothing says Christmas time like a Christmas tree, For more information or reservations, call 16030303. the twinkling of lights, a room full of joy and laughter and 25 Christmas Day at The Grove Resort Do not miss the Grove carolers in full voice – it’s a magical setting. Join the special Christmas party for your little ones , lots of fun; them on the Ground floor lobby, 6.30pm onwards. For entertainment and prizes, 3-7pm. For more information or more information, call 16030303. reservations, call 16000022. Join 1 Tree Lighting Ceremony at ART Rotana. 31 New Year’s Eve Buffet The Grove Hotel. us on the at 5pm to start the long awaited festive season Celebrate the end of 2018 and bring in the New Year with a spectacular tree lighting ceremony. Santa will bring with our signature semi-buffet by Chef Rukmal. Savor a joy & gifts for the little ones while our choir performs the generous selection of unlimited salads, Chef special a la most festive songs and carols of the season. Delectable carte main course and live grills, pasta and pizza station, Christmas cookies, canapes and drinks to pass around 7-11pm at 25N 50Eatery. BHD 11++ per person including during the event. Free entry for all guests at Choices Terrace, soft beverages, children from 6 – 12 years enjoy 50% off; starting 5pm. For more information or reservations, email and kids 5 years and below dine free, 20% discount for all [email protected] or call 16000111. Amwaj residents. For more information or reservations, 5-25 Santa’s Gingerbread Workshop The Grove call 16030303. Hotel. Kids and kids at heart are invited to work alongside The Grove’s Master Baker in this one-of-a-kind workshop Everyday Take your Turkey Home! It’s a festive where you’ll work with your family to build a personalized Turkey Takeaway with all the trimmings at Murphy’s, gingerbread house fit for the North Pole, at the G on G cafe. including mashed potatoes, gravy and cranberry sauce. BHD 16++ per child, including a Christmas present, 20% Side dishes and dessert options are available at extra discount for all Amwaj residents! Everyday from 2-5pm*, cost, BHD 65++ for 7-8kgs (for 8-10 people). For more for more information or reservations, call 16030303. *48 information or reservations, call 16030303. *48 hours’ hours advanced reservation recommended. advance reservation required. 1-25 Turkey and Lamb Shoulder To Go at 7 Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at Ramada. Order a readymade roast turkey and/or lamb Bennigans. Enjoy hot chocolate and Christmas treats shoulder to go at BD45 net, or the roasted lamb shoulder, with the carolers while you wait, 6-8pm. Christmas tree which is accompanied by suitable sides and costs BD25 will come to life at 7.30pm! Call 16030104/05 for more net. Orders should be placed at least 48 hours in advance details. and delivery is free within Amwaj. A delivery charge of BD5 14-17 Bahrain National Day at The Grove Resort will be applicable for locations outside the locality. To Join us to Celebrate Bahrain National Day in a true order your delicious turkey or lamb shoulder, call 16 000- traditional festivities and Parade, starts at 3pm. For more 099 or email [email protected]. information or reservations, call 16000022. Every Thursday Fish Market at The Grove 15-25 Chef Signature Christmas Dinner The Resort Enjoy the day catch variety of fresh Fish charcoal Grove Hotel. Immerse yourself in the spirit of Christmas grilled or fried to your liking; with a breath-taking view as we serve you delightfully curated Chef Rukmal’s on Del Mar terrace, 5.30-11pm. For more information or signature set menu at 25N 50Eatery, 7-10pm. A 4-course reservations, call 16000022. set menu including soft beverages for only BHD 25++ per Every Friday BBQ with a Twist at The Grove person, children from 6 – 12 years enjoy 50% off; and kids Resort Enjoy the freshest lamb chops; kebabs & chicken 5 years and below dine free, 20% discount for all Amwaj marinated tikka style and charcoal grilled to your liking , residents. For more information or reservations, call with family or colleagues in Toledo restaurant and Del Mar 16030303. *48 hours advanced reservation recommended Terrace – very affordable prices, 5:30pm – 11 pm. For more to avoid disappointment. information or reservations, call 16000022. 15-16 National Day Brunch The Grove Hotel. Bring 25 Christmas Day Brunch at ART Rotana. Celebrate your family and friends together for the perfect addition this joyous occasion with your loved ones at Choices to the Grove’s festive celebrations. Join us at our Bahraini Terrace with an extraordinary setup of our glorious National Day Brunch, offering delicious Bahraini cuisine indoor garden to bring you happiness and joy. We are and international favorites specially curated by our Award offering all the bells and whistles of a traditional festive winning Executive Chef Rukmal and his talented Culinary feast along with many enticing live cooking stations. Our team, at 25N 50Eatery.
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