Christmas and New Year

Banyan Tree Al Areen

The Banyan Tree Choir will entertain guests with Christmas carols in the courtyard from 6.30pm-7.30pm with complimentary eggnog and gingerbread tomorrow followed by a Christmas Eve dinner at Rimal featuring a traditional four-course set menu with all the festive trimmings at BD25. The Saffron outlet is offering a Christmas Eve five-course dinner in a Thai setting at BD30. On Christmas day, Rimal offers lunch for BD18, BD22 and BD35.

On Boxing Day, Rimal offers lunch with traditional favourites at BD18, BD22 and BD35.

On New Year's Eve, the hotel will host the Hydrothermal Garden Party with a gala buffet. Rate is BD90 inclusive of a selection of beverages.

Rimal offers a New Year's Day breakfast till 2pm at BD12. The Conference Centre offers a New Year's Day brunch at BD25, BD28 and BD39.

Children's buffet will be available in the Kids Club.

Rates are subject to 15 per cent service charge and five per cent government levy.

For details, contact 17845000 or email fbevents-alareen@banyantree.com

Novotel Al Dana Resort, Manama

Zytoun Restaurant offers a special dinner buffet tomorrow. Rates are BD17++ per person and inclusive of beverages. On December 25, a brunch buffet is available with traditional 'European food' as well as an Arabic buffet corner. Santa Claus will make a surprise appearance to entertain and share gifts with the children. Rates are BD18++ per person. On December 31, a special gala dinner is available for BD25++ per person and on January 1, a European brunch is on offer along with traditional breakfast featuring hot and cold dishes as well as an outdoor grill and authentic Arabic buffet. Rate is BD18++per head.

La Perle Restaurant has a Christmas set menu dinner on Christmas eve at BD18++ per person. On December 31, a gala set menu dinner is available at BD25++ per person.

Al Yacout Restaurant offers a romantic Christmas themed night on Christmas eve with native Moroccan chefs preparing a feast and the Gnawa musicians entertaining guests.

The set menus are BD18++ and BD20++ per person.

On December 31, a New Year dinner with a special Moroccan set menu is on offer for BD40++per person.

For details, contact 17298008.

Mšvenpick Hotel Bahrain, Muharraq

The Silk's Restaurant has a 'Taste of Christmas Eve' celebration with traditional Continental dishes and Far Eastern specialties for BD23.200++ per person including selected beverages with 50 per cent discount for children aged six to12 years and under six years eat for free.

The hotel has a special New Year's Eve accommodation package for BD183++, which includes two tickets for the New Year's Eve party.

For reservations, contact 17460000.

Crowne Plaza Bahrain, Manama

The hotel will feature its 'Absolutely Fabulous Festive' Brunches at three of its outlets with all you can eat, including traditional roast turkey and a choice of fresh seafood on December 25. Children's corner features Santa and house band Flava. Rates are BD25++ per person with discounts for children. For large groups of over 10 people, turkey can be ordered to be carved at the table. Timing is 12.30pm onwards. Italian Chef Massimo will impress guests with a four-course menu at Waves for New Year's Eve at BD24.950. La Mosaique offers an extra special 'seafood night' with healthy salads and a selection of sushi. Cost is BD19.950 including a bubbly. Indian Chef Gopal prepares a special five-course gala menu for BD19.950 for New Year's Eve at Spices.

Harvesters will feature resident band Flava on New Year's Eve. The Convention Centre will host a 60s-style retro ball. Doors open at 8pm for a cocktail reception, followed by dinner from 9pm onwards and unlimited beverages. Tickets are BD70 per person.

Entry rate is BD10. For details, contact 17531122.

Ritz-Carlton Bahrain Hotel & Spa, Seef

The Lobby Lounge features festive afternoon tea time from 3pm to 6pm for adults and children with Santa Claus paying a visit today, tomorrow and Friday. Rates are BD16++ per person.

Until December 31, the Gourmet Shop offers home made items such as hampers, cakes, pastries and chocolates.

On Christmas night La Mediterranee offers a festive buffet at 7pm and 9pm. Rate is BD25++ per person. Nirvana also has a five-course menu at 7pm and 9pm at BD28++ per person.

Plums offers a variety of meat and seafood choices in a five-course menu at 7pm and 9pm at BD35++ per person.

Primavera has a special Christmas five-course treat prepared by Italian Chef Christian Frigo at BD35++ per person.

A Grand Foyer Christmas Day brunch offers a wide variety of dishes to choose and will be held from noon to 4pm. Rates are BD30++ per person.

From December 26-29, La Mediterranee has theme buffets while La Dolce Vita offers an Italian buffet with live stations and signature dishes created by Chef de Cuisine Christian on December 26. A French buffet with live crepes station and signature dishes created by Executive Chef David is on offer on December 27. East meets West on December 28 with an Asian buffet with live tempura station and signature dishes created by Chef de Cuisine Widayat. A Crustacean buffet is on offer on December 29 with an oyster station and variations of seafood dishes from around the world. Timings are 7pm-11pm. Rates are BD19++ per person.

New Year's Eve offers a dinner buffet at La Mediterranee at 7pm and 9.30pm at BD50++ per person. Nirvana offers a five-course menu at 7pm and 9.30pm priced at BD59++ per person.

Plums and Primavera offer a four-course menu at 7pm and 9.30pm priced at BD79++ per person.

All prices include BD25 admission for the hotel's ballroom party.

New Year's Eve Ballroom Party will be held from 9.30pm to 2am. Rates are BD25 per person including midnight champagne toast.

All prices are subject to 15 per cent service charge and five per cent government levy. For details, contact 17586499.

The Palace, Adliya

Envy Club will be holding a 'Naughty or Nice' Christmas Eve party where guests will receive a cookie bag and Santa hat. Entry is BD3 for men and a complimentary drink while ladies enter free. Begin the countdown to 2010 with great ambiance and food at the Envy's winter-themed party. Free entry for ladies and BD10 for men. For details, contact T Segar on 3654690 or The Palace on 17725000.

Ramee International Hotel, Juffair

The Rock Bottom CafŽ will be transformed into a Christmas island. Rates are BD15 for unlimited drinks and BD12 for a three-course set menu with a free beverage. 'Rock 2010' will be held on New Year's Eve featuring an unlimited drinks package for BD15 for ladies and BD25 for men. New venue Club Euphoria has a special Christmas Eve cheer party featuring unlimited drinks at BD12. It's Mirchi offers a candle-light dinner with Christmas melodies. Children will get free gifts. Cost is BD8 for adults and BD4 for children. For details, contact 39098607.

The Dublin Restaurant hosts the Winter Wonderland event on Christmas Eve with buffet costing BD10 while unlimited beverages cost BD16 (BD22 for food and beverages). For details, contact 17811688.

Temptations Restaurant, Elite Suites, Sanabis

Christmas Day lunch buffet with Christmas punch from 12.30pm-3.30pm. Rates are BD7 for adults and BD3.5 for children. For details, contact 17558888.

TaBu, Phoenicia Tower, Hoora

Christmas Delight party at BD6 for men and free for ladies. Guests receive free snacks and holiday beverages from 9pm-11pm. A Masquerade Ball will be held on New Year's Eve featuring party packs, snacks and beverages from 9pm-11.30pm. Entry is BD20 for men, BD15 for ladies and BD25 for couples. For details, contact 39994199.

Al Bander Hotel, Sitra

The Fish Market offers an international lunch buffet on Christmas Day served from 11am-4pm featuring a Santa Claus who will share a bag-full of goodies with the children. The Granada Hall will celebrate the New Year in style at the Grand Gala Dinner with an international folk band.

For details, contact 17701201.

Sheraton Bahrain, Manama

An international buffet dinner is on offer with live entertainment at the Al Safir Restaurant. Fine dining Chinese restaurant, Soie, offers a special menu inclusive of a welcome drink upon arrival. On Christmas Day, Al Safir Restaurant will offer a lavish international buffet with traditional seasonal delights and delicious desserts. For details, contact 17533533.

Wrangler, Best Western Hotel, Juffair

Christmas Eve party with DJ Chicago Kid from 9pm-2am. Guests can enjoy unlimited beverages for BD17. For details, contact 17827600.

Maguire's, Mansouri Mansions, Adliya

Christmas Day and Christmas Eve menus available. For details, contact 17716999.

Al Hamra Palace, Delmon International Hotel, Manama

Christmas Day brunch featuring turkey and mince pies. For details, contact 17224000.

Days Hotel, Hoora

Aqua Fuego hosts a 'Juicy Christmas Bash' on Christmas Eve. Party - Night of Mayhem on December 31 from 8pm-2am featuring DJ Costa. Rates are BD15 for men and BD5 for ladies. For details, contact 39477964.

The Chaq's Grill Room offers a Christmas day brunch for BD7.900. For details, contact 17290555.

JJ's Irish Restaurant, Al Bustan Hotel, Adliya

Traditional roast dinner specially made for Christmas Day. Guests who dress in a Santa outfit will get a free gift. DJ Big Daddy P will be spinning hits all night on New Year's Eve. Rates are BD7 for ladies and members with one free drink, BD10 for non-members with one drink and BD15 for reserved tables. For details, contact 17742323.

Warbler, Ramee Baisan Hotel, Hoora

The club gets transformed into the streets of England where guests can enjoy unlimited beverages at BD17 for men, BD15 for ladies and BD29 for couples. For New Year's Eve, the club will host the Marsh Mallow Ball priced at BD25 for men, BD15 for ladies and BD38 for couples. Guests can also opt for a three-course meal for BD7. For details, contact 38381631 or 17290600.

Pars International Hotel, Juffair

On Christmas Eve Boomer offers guests unlimited beverages and snacks for BD10 and a chance to win special prizes with a raffle at 1.30am. Z-Club has a special Christmas treat selected by Italian Chef Christian Frigo with a five-course menu for BD35. New Year's Eve will feature DJs Fadi and Riddler who will play a mix of house and dance music.

Latin Quarter offers a Latino-inspired Christmas buffet dinner for BD8 for singles and BD12 for couples. All guests will receive a complimentary beverage on entry. Bid farewell to 2009 during New Year's Eve with a buffet dinner complete with two complimentary beverages at midnight. Rates are BD15 for single and BD10 for couples. For details, contact 17814777.

Diplomat Radisson Blu Hotel Residence & Spa

Al Fanar will offer an evening of extravagance and a gala buffet on New Year's Eve with live entertainment from belly dancer, Jacqueline. Cost is BD80. For details, contact 17531666.

Mercure Grand Hotel, Seef

With the dŽcor made up in an Arabic style, Neyran will be putting on one of their famous buffet spreads while guests can enjoy the performances of a Brazilian belly dancer for Christmas. Rates are BD25++. For reservations, contact 17584406.

Links, Royal Golf Club, Riffa Views

Christmas dinner will be available from noon to midnight offering traditional turkey with trimmings and dessert. Rates are BD21++. For reservations, contact 17584406.

Ric's Kountry Kitchen, Juffair

An American traditional fare on Christmas day at prices between BD12 and 15. For details, contact 17725550.

Marriott Executive Apartments, Juffair

For those looking for a Takeout Turkey for the whole family at BD40. For details, contact 17636999.

Mishal Hotel

'Resolution Around the World' New Year's Eve 2010 at Club 7 on December 31 at 9pm.

Sea Loft, Amwaj Islands

'Icon', New Year bash on December 31 from 9pm-3am.

InterContinental Regency, Manama

From today until Friday, the hotel hosts Christmas carols from 6pm-8pm at the lobby, also featuring Santa Claus. Le Bistro hosts a Christmas Eve buffet with a wide variety of cold platters, main courses, live stations and desserts at BD17 per person. The Clipper Room has a Christmas special roast beef and turkey dinner with entertainment by Juss Us Band. Rate is BD11 per person. Al Berdaouni offers an Arabic Christmas with a special Lebanese menu at BD30 per person.

For New Year 's Eve, the Al Riffa Ballroom will host a European Dance Show with entertainment by the Juss Us band, Arabic dance performances and singer. The evening will also feature live cooking stations. Rate is BD55 inclusive of buffet dinner and unlimited selected house beverages. All rates are net inclusive of 15 per cent service charge and five per cent government levy. For details, contact 17227777.