This month’s issue keeps things close to home celebrating all things local, starting with our cover story that rounds up some of Bahrain’s best staycations, from beachfront resorts to city hotels. We continue with a look at local brands making their mark, from handcrafted goods to thoughtfully produced food. Out and about, there’s plenty happening, including a National Values Icons design contest, Husa & Zeyada Live at The Art Hotel & Resort and two fabulous brunches at Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay. Dining takes us from Alusia’s Levantine-Spanish menu at City Centre Bahrain to Chestnut Bakery’s Bahrain debut and China Garden at Al Liwan. We also speak with SOUL’s Founder Chef, Fadwa Almutawah. In motoring, we drive the Porsche Cayenne Black Edition and catch up with Mohammed Al Muhanna at Maserati Bahrain, alongside highlights from Watches and Wonders 2026 in Geneva. Our travel pages look at under-the-radar destinations, while arts and culture features Bahraini textile artist Marwa Ali Ahmed, plus we bring
