The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain

The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain has transformed its resort into a magical Christmas-themed wonderland boasting a series of seasonal events and activities to bring joy to all.

• The Secret Garden-themed Winter Chalet is open from Tuesdays to Saturdays until January 15, 4 pm to 10 pm, featuring a traditional Alpine cottage atmosphere complete with fireplace. The Christmas pop-up restaurant includes roasted chestnuts, Raclette, schnitzel and fondue, alongside a good selection of festive beverages – all curated by Chef de Cuisine Alexis Knecht and banquet director Pervaiz Iqbal.

• Enjoy Festive Afternoon Tea, daily until December 31 from 3pm to 7pm, at the five-star hotel’s signature Lobby Lounge and Ritz Gourmet Lounge with a special selection of teas, festive treats and glasses of bubbly. It’s BD27 per person or BD30 per person with bubbly.

• There is a Gingerbread House Masterclass for children with Executive Pastry Chef Jonathon Challenor on December 20 and 27, from 2pm to 4pm. Priced at BD22 per child.

• Enjoy Festive Dining on December 24 and 25

- Plums four-course set menu - BD42 per person

- Primavera five-course set menu - BD48 per person

- Cantina Kahlo four-course set menu - BD28 per person

- Nirvana four-course set menu - BD28 per person

• Celebrate December 25 with a garden-themed Christmas Brunch at the Croquet Lawn from noon to 4pm. The brunch will feature a spread inspired by Christmas traditions around the world including seafood, prime rib corner and a selection of desserts. There will be entertainment, festive activities, a special visit from Santa Claus. Priced at BD49 per person inclusive of select beverages, BD40 inclusive of soft beverages and BD25 per child.

• Experience New Year’s Eve Dining on December 31 from 7pm to 11pm

- Cantina Kahlo set menu and two beverages at BD40 per person

- Plums five-course set menu at BD49 per person

- Primavera five-course set menu at BD50 per person

- Nirvana four-course menu at BD39 per person

• The New Year’s Eve Countdown takes place at La Plage and Thai on December 31 from 8pm to 1am with live cooking stations and two beverages at BD60 per person. DJ Mysterioo Arif, complemented by Nathalie and The Refiners, will help you ring in the New Year.

• Stay the night and have New Year’s Day Breakfast on January 1 from 9am to 1pm with a luxe breakfast-for-two and a bottle of select beverage at BD79 per couple. It’s BD99 per couple for a luxe breakfast-for-two with a bottle of premium select beverage.

• Enjoy a New Year’s Day Brunch at La Med on January 1 from 12.30pm to 4pm, priced at BD49 per person inclusive of select beverages, BD39 inclusive of soft beverages and BD20 per child.

• Experience a Feast of the Three Kings: Galette de Rois at The Ritz Gourmet Lounge from January 1 to 15, priced at BD16. 

• Enjoy an Orthodox Christmas Dinner at Plums on January 6, from 7pm to midnight at BD39 per person.

• A Christmas feast to-go is available from La Gourmandise and The Ritz Gourmet Lounge. Celebrate at home and enjoy a selection of desserts, yule logs, Stollen, Panettone, a Turkey feast to-go and festive hampers including minced pies, specialty cookies, chocolates and more. Priced at BD120 for roasted turkey for up to eight people and BD135 for US prime rib for up to eight persons.

Visit ritzcarlton.com/Bahrain for more details or contact 17586499.