
A Greek feast for all
Guests can enjoy a selection of appetisers, mains and desserts, alongside lively entertainment and cultural activities on June 28, 2pm to 6.30pm, at Rigani - Regency Tent.
It costs BD18net with soft beverages and BD26net with selected beverages. Children aged six to 12 can enjoy the fun and fare for BD10.
Meanwhile, explore fresh marine treasures, ocean-inspired beverages and more at the Regency Tent's seafood night, The Hook, every Thursday. It costs BD24net with soft beverages and BD32, inclusive of unlimited selected beverages, from 6.30am to 10.30pm.
Feel the rhythm, taste the flavours and dance the night away at Downtown Bar's Latino Night. Enjoy live Latin beats, signature beverages inspired by Latin America, and delicious bites, making for the perfect weekend.
It is available on Friday, June 27, at 7.30pm. Prices start from BD9net.
Discover paradise with the hotel's floating breakfast-for-two in the heart of Manama. It is available everyday, from 9am to noon, at BD19 for two people.
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