Think pink

A variety of activities are being staged around the kingdom in an effort to raise awareness about breast cancer and funds for Think Pink Bahrain’s charitable endeavours.

The Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay will be supporting the cause as well with a series of brunches and special spa packages.
There will be pink drinks at the Blue Moon Lounge and CUT Bar & Lounge called Forbidden Kiss and Cracklin’ Rosie and a refreshing balanced mocktail called Pink Hug carrying sweet and citrus notes will be prepared with homemade lemongrass, and ginger tea being served at the Bay View Lounge.
Guests are welcome to dine at any of the hotel’s three outlets where a percentage of proceeds will benefit the Think Pink initiative.
The spa team has also crafted a Pink Spa Package in which guests can enjoy 10 per cent savings when booking any 60-minute spa treatment, followed by a 60-minute facial of their choice. When booking, 10 per cent of the proceeds will be donated to Think Pink Bahrain. For reservations, contact 17115000.
Guests can enjoy pink pastries at The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain’s Gourmet Lounge and The Lobby Lounge until the end of October from 10am to 11pm. Executive pastry chef Jonathon Challenor and his team are preparing special themed desserts such as the Pink Apple, Raspberry Macaroon, Classic Strawberry Tart and Rosewater Éclair starting from BD4.
Italian restaurant Primavera at the five-star property will also offer a Pink Menu crafted by Chef de Cuisine, Vincenzo Nigro. Dishes such as pink-coloured Beetroot Risotto with baby beet and pan-fried goat cheese will be served from noon to 3pm. For details, contact 17586499.
Also treat yourself to a 75-minute or longer timed facial treatment and receive a Pink Hair Mask enhancement at the spa which is open from 9am to 9pm. This will be available until the end of October. Five per cent of the total proceeds raised from food and beverage events and specials will be donated to the cause.

The Movenpick Hotel Bahrain is also featuring a special Thursday Night Out for a cause this week with 20 per cent of the proceeds going to Think Pink Bahrain. The evening will feature prime US beef, unlimited beverages and gourmet food while a DJ plays on. Tickets are priced BD32net per person. For details, contact 17460017.

The Al Areen Palace & Spa Bahrain is staging a High Tea for a Higher Cause on October 25 starting at 4.30pm in the Hydrothermal Gardens with all proceeds going to the Bahrain Cancer Association.
For details, contact 1784500, 66611168 or visit www.alareenpalace.com

La Vinoteca Barcelona is hosting a Think Pink Brunch on October 27 with 50 per cent donated to the charity. The brunch is priced at BD28++ with selected beverages and BD18++ with soft drinks from noon to 4pm.
For details, contact 17007808 or 32000170.

Also, those who dine at Florence Bahrain in Adliya will be supporting the cause as BD1 will be donated any time anyone orders two signature dishes throughout the month.
And, don’t miss the third annual Ride for Pink horse and pony parade on Saturday organised by the Muharraq Horse Riding School from 3pm to 6pm. It costs BD7 to register. For details, contact 39858770 or 33090088.