100 June 2014 www.bahrainthismonth.com Weekend grocery shopping is sometimes a nightmare. Parents just want to glide through their ‘things to buy’ list without having to endure their children’s tantrums. Keeping this in mind, the developers of Saar Mall, which is located on a residential road between Saar and Janabiya, have made an effort to ensure the venue is family friendly. Besides having plenty of hands-on activities to keep the kids busy at play, the mall offers simple joyful moments, such as award-winning gelatos and a crazy 9-D cinema (on an empty stomach of course). “Saar Mall is the mall of the new generation,” says Samira Zaamane, the retail site manager. “The idea is to make it a kids-friendly mall, so the parents can be more at ease to shop, browse or explore what’s on offer. We are also trying to encourage young entrepreneurs to open up their brands at our mall.” A walk through its buzzing food court and shopping and entertainment areas reaffirms Samira’s ongoing vision for the 7,500-square-metre complex, owned by Bokhowa Group and managed by Dara Real Innovations. The sweeping staircase to the mall’s first floor leads to several irresistible eateries and 17 food concepts with different cuisine styles, which are a must-try. “The location is well received by school-going children who often meet with their friends or sit around to do some reading, or work on their gadgets,” says Samira. The food court boasts a large aquarium, a ceiling-height fixture which dominates the centre and makes it an attraction for children. Play areas for kids include the Yellow Submarine and The Party Hall. Coming up soon is a cooking studio called Ready Get Set Cook, which introduces an interactive experience for kids and parents. Young ones can also enjoy rides at the Kids’ Palace Toys. The impressive two-storey drive-thru offers a relaxing ambience designed to give visitors a feeling of truly being at home away from home. A community success Saar has been home to many of Bahrain’s affluent locals and expatriate residents, including several countries’ ambassadors and many businessmen. Besides proving extremely convenient for the locals, the mall offers easy access for residents from Maqabah, Budaiya and Saraya and because of its central location, also captures travellers to Saudi. The state-of-the-art architecture and design employs energy-efficient techniques and waste management systems that keep the environment clean. “We are extremely proud of the success we have achieved so far. This highlights the governorate’s potential for commercial development and the convergence of a neighbourhood where people can come out and shop, interact, and be part of social events,” says Samira. i Call 17 790-203 or 39 913-513 or email [email protected] Retail Therapy SAAR MALL A trip to this neighbourhood mall reveals why it has taken the burden out of shopping and has quickly become a fun retail destination. shopping malls
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