Showaiter

Market·MuharraqMentioned by National Geographic
“The Showaiter is an Arabic Sunni family based in the Arabian Peninsula, especially the Arab States of the Persian Gulf. In Bahrain, the family is based in Muharraq, which is one of the 33 islands in Bahrain and was the old capital city. They are known as the inventors of a sweet, which is popular…”
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National GeographicJul 17

The Middle East's smallest state offers some of the region's biggest flavours

Bahrain’s cuisine tells an ancient story of trade and tradition in the Gulf. From saffron-infused sweets and freshly baked bread in Manama’s souk to spiced, smoky grills and sea-to-table menus, it’s a ...

sweet shop selling halwa and other local sweets

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  • ShowaiterMarketsweet shop selling halwa and other local sweets
  • Souq Al BarahaMarketnewest shopping centre designed to recall a traditional souk
  • Al KwarRestaurantserves butter chicken in Souq Al Baraha
  • Elsewhere
  • Haji’s CafeRestaurantManama, Bahrainoldest cafe in Bahrain, known for fresh bread and cream
  • Manama SoukMarketManama, Bahraincenturies-old market in Manama
  • Bab al BahrainSightManama, Bahrainhistoric entrance to Manama Souk
  • Bahrain BayNeighborhoodManama, Bahrainarea for world-class sushi or premium steak
  • Amin SulaimanRestaurantManama, Bahrainoldest coffeeshop in Manama, simple menu
  • GB (‘Green Bar’) CaféRestaurantManama, Bahrainbright bakery next to Bahrain Fort
  • Bahrain FortSightManama, BahrainUnesco-listed site
  • Fusions by TalaRestaurantManama, BahrainTala Bashmi's former restaurant, ranked in Middle East
  • DawaRestaurantManama, Bahrainsea-to-table tapas restaurant
  • Villa MamasRestaurantManama, BahrainBahrain's first farm-to-table fine-dining restaurant
  • Al Fateh Grand MosquePlace of worshipManama, Bahraincan serve 7,000 worshippers, tours available
  • House of Basket WeavingSightManama, BahrainHassan Alshajjar practices craft for 35 years
  • Shrinathji TempleSightManama, Bahrain200-year-old temple, hosts religious song sessions
  • Dona’s WondersRestaurantBudaiya, Bahrainoffers gluten-free baklava at Budaiya Farmers’ Market
  • HopscotchRestaurantSaar, Bahrainfavored spot for coffee and pastries
  • Amina GallerySightManama, Bahrainartist Amina Al Abbasi creates contemporary accessories
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