A visit to Legacy at Bahrain Financial Harbour introduced Liz O’Reilly to more than just a menu, it was a lifetime’s memories on a plate. At Legacy, Executive Chef Amer Alhawaj – yes, you probably know the name from MBC’s popular Top Chef TV programme – was determined to cook from the heart and use...
A visit to Shine Spa at Sheraton Bahrain Hotel offered Liz O’Reilly the perfect opportunity to relax and reset. Alongside the spa, there are comprehensive fitness facilities – a mixed gym with more machines than I have, perhaps, ever seen, with pieces of Technogym equipment I didn’t even recognise. There’s also a ladies-only gym and...
OHLALA chatted to Nasra Grimley, founder and President of Alkem Longevity and Aesthetic Clinic, to learn how longevity is becoming ingrained in the beauty and well-being landscape. “…real transformation isn’t about a single treatment or a quick fix. It’s about the daily, unglamorous work of consistency.” ‒ Nasra Grimley OHLALA – Please tell us a...
Bahraini creatives have an opportunity to join the International Artist Residency Programme of the Cité Internationale des Arts, Paris, and develop their artistic projects in an inspiring international setting. Selected creatives will also have the chance to fully immerse themselves in France’s vibrant cultural scene. A fully funded three-month residency – covering flights, housing, a...
The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain, has curated a season of experiences designed to make every day memorable this summer: from relaxing seaside escapes and rejuvenating wellness experiences to exciting sporting gatherings and unforgettable celebrations. As temperatures rise, summer invites a slower pace and a chance to reconnect with the moments that matter most. Luckily, a summer escape...
OHLALA spent several days with the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — discovering a foldable that gives content creators more room to shoot, edit and work while bringing the creative process together on one market-leading device that demonstrates the future of fold technology. Open to Possibility The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 had barely landed with us...
With the opening of a new boutique at Nakheel Mall in Dubai – an exclusive shopping destination located on Palm Jumeirah, one of the city’s most iconic areas and a landmark destination for both local and international clientele – Italian luxury fashion brand Elisabetta Franchi continues its expansion journey. The boutique spans a retail area...
On an afternoon visit to The Gulf Hotel Bahrain Convention and Spa, Farah Baig dined at its newly refurbished Café Delice and discovered what makes it special – signature dishes with star Bahraini ingredients, warm hospitality and a cosy atmosphere. The thought of dining at The Gulf Hotel has always been exciting to me since...
As Cosmetics 27 joins the Ali Bin Ali Beauty portfolio, founder Michèle Evrard looks back on the personal discovery that transformed her approach to skincare. Learn how one remarkable plant, Centella Asiatica, became the foundation of a regenerative philosophy that challenges conventional ideas of anti-ageing. Cosmetics 27 was born from a very personal journey and...
Italian jewellery brand FerriFirenze has returned to Bahrain with a limited-time summer pop-up at Bahrain Jewellery Centre (BJC), Al Aali Mall, running until July 31. The pop-up showcases a curated selection of FerriFirenze’s signature and newest jewellery collections, offering clients the opportunity to discover timeless creations inspired by the beauty, elegance, and craftsmanship of Italy. Handcrafted...