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The first Caribou coffee outlet has opened in Bahrain’s Seef Mall. Caribou began its operations in 1992 with the opening of its first coffeehouse in Minneapolis in the US.
Today it is the world’s fastest growing coffeehouse chain with expansions across several markets including the Middle East. The chain is publicly traded on the Nasdaq and is majority owned by Arcapita Bank in Bahrain and BBGM Co is the franchisee in Bahrain. Every Caribou Coffee outlet is developed to replicate an upscale lodge setting with textured woods and an aura of warmth. The company’s signature ambience is inspired by the panoramic view of Alaska and allows the Caribou Coffee experience to coalesce into the beautiful wood lodge that makes up every coffeehouse. The menu includes classic favourites such as cappuccinos, lattes, and mochas as well as unique concoctions such as Caribou Coolers and Turtle Mochas. These mixed sweet treats are made with caramel, hot chocolate, whipped cream and Snickers bits. From left, Caribou vice-president Chris Rich, Al-Sayer board member Hammad Al Sayer, Caribou Inc CEO Michael Coles and his wife Donna, Shaikh Tariq bin Mohammed Al Khalifa, Al-Sayer Group CEO Bader Al Sayer, Arcapita Bank CEO Atif Abdulmalik, Arabian Coffee Co. general manager Ammar Daoud and BBGM Co general manager Marwan Albaaly. Below, left, Mr Abdullah and Mr Coles. Below right, Marwan Albaaly and Michael Coles with BBGM Co and Al Sayer teams.
