bahrainthismonth.com | OCTOBER 2025 FIRST WORD 5 Cover: Germany in Bahrain George F. Middleton Publisher and Chairman OCTOBER 2025 Scan to signup to our monthly newsletter Copyright Reserved 2005-2025 The concept, content, style and design of this publication remain the exclusive property of Red House Marketing (Jersey) Ltd. and must not be reproduced in any form whatsoever without prior written permission. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this publication. However, Red House Marketing cannot accept legal responsibility for any error or omission. • Views expressed in this magazine by journalists and writers are not necessarily those of the publishers of Bahrain This Month. Licensed by the Ministry of Information Publication Code: TA001 ISBN 1 899 348 09 3 1 Year subscription Bahrain: BD24 Gulf and international subscriptions available on request. Printing Press: Union Press, Bahrain Published monthly by: Red House Marketing P.O. Box 20461, Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain Tel: (+973) 17 813-777 Email: [email protected] www.bahrainthismonth.com October brings with it a celebration of international friendship and culinary indulgence. In this issue, we proudly present two major features – our annual Germany in Bahrain supplement and the ever-popular Best Brunches guide, both shining a light on Bahrain’s vibrant cultural and lifestyle landscape. Germany and Bahrain share a strong, enduring relationship built on cooperation and mutual respect. Our special feature includes exclusive insights from His Excellency Henning Simon, the newly appointed German Ambassador, as he outlines the roadmap for deeper bilateral engagement across sectors. From education and innovation to diplomacy and automotive excellence, this partnership continues to flourish. Speaking of excellence, dining remains a cornerstone of life on the island. Our handpicked selection takes readers on a culinary journey – from the scenic sophistication of La Terrace at The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain and the immersive Souk experience at Barceló Hotel & Residences, Bahrain to the return of the acclaimed Arabian Horizons series at Four Seasons Bahrain Bay. Each venue offers an elevated take on leisurely dining. In motoring, we hit the road with the electric Mercedes-Benz G 580 (EQ) and share our impressions from the IAA MOBILITY 2025 in Munich, where innovation was on full display. Our coverage also includes the sleek new Audi Q5, which made a stylish statement at its Bahrain launch. Elsewhere, we speak to Dr. Essa Faqeeh of Areen Hospitality about shaping the future of tourism in Bahrain, and highlight the official launch of HyperMax, Majid Al Futtaim’s flagship grocery retail brand, ushering in a new chapter in retail excellence. We also preview the AMH Island Classic, a three-day charity golf event returning to His Majesty’s Private Golf Course in Saffriya. As ever, Bahrain This Month remains your Guide to a Great Way of Life. Stay connected with us in print, online at www.bahrainthismonth.com, and on social media @bahrainthismonth for the latest updates, news and features. Warmest regards, George F. Middleton Publisher and Chairman George F. Middleton Editorial Director Kristian Harrison Contributors Bill Grieve, Pria Masson, Shruti Ramesh Designer Deson Cunado Photographer & Bystander Layout Editor Subeesh Kumar N S Bystander Production Sabu Sebastian Webmaster Nishad Eapen Videography Sathesh Baby Administration and Finance Samson Vaz, Marlyn Ragasa Media Sales, Digital & Content Team Creative Partnerships Director Amna Syed ([email protected]) Social Content & Communication Executive Natasha Ann Abraham Distributor Al Hilal Group (Hilal Direct Services) THE TEAM Distribution Team CM Abdul Rahman, Gopal Arul Kumar
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