Tourism & Hospitality | Monday 25 May, 2015 3:15 pm |

Ramadan is often called the month of fasting and feasting, and for good reason. Every evening the adhan – the traditional call to prayer – sings out from the minarets of the Middle East’s many mosques at sunset, signalling the end of the day-long fast, during which people abstain from all forms of food, drink and enjoyment.

But as the call to prayer fades on the wind, individuals gather to break their fasts with meals lovingly prepared and shared – making it one of the most atmospheric seasons to soak in the spirit of the Middle East.

Guests looking to share some memorable Ramadan meals with friends and family can find plenty of evocative choices at Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts.
Four Seasons Hotel Alexandria at San Stefano, Egypt
Enjoy a unique home-away-from-home Ramadan-cation experience with loved ones at Four Seasons Hotel Alexandria at San Stefano. Inspired by home cooking, an oriental culinary fare prepared by the Hotel’s Executive Chef Eric Pellen, will add a creative flavour to traditional family gatherings.

Fish Restaurant and Lounge, situated by the beach, will be serving a delicious Iftar (sunset) buffet as guests break their fasts while taking in serene sunset views. Guests can then move to the lounge area to carry on their evening.
The Hotel is offering a special Ramadan-cation promotion with 20% discount on room rates, and a complimentary Suhour (late night) buffet by the beach.
Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay

Bahrain’s newest hospitality icon invites its guests to visit the Arabesque-themed AlBahrain Ballroom Tent overlooking the Manama skyline, to enjoy a delicious Iftar buffet featuring a selection of popular local fare in addition to Lebanese, Egyptian, Indian, Asian and international must-eats prepared at live cooking stations. Guests can also enjoy a lavish spread at Ghabga (evening Ramadan gathering inclusive of Suhour).
  
At Ghabga , Bahrain Bay Kitchen, is also pioneering a new seasonal culinary concept based on live cooking stations dedicated to whipping up  a multicultural spread of dishes and desserts. The restaurant will also offer a delicious Iftar earlier in the evening.
The Shisha Lounge featuring a professional live band playing mellow traditional tunes will also provide the perfect setting to enjoy the season’s social evenings with family and friends.

Iftar buffet at AlBahrain Ballroom Tent (served from sunset until 8pm) is priced at BHD 25++ (including beverages) and Ghagba (served from 9pm until 2am) is priced at BHD 26++ (including beverages).
Iftar at Bahrain Bay Kitchen (served from sunset until 8pm) is priced at BHD18++ (excluding beverages) and Ghagba (served from 9pm until 2am) is priced at BHD 18++ (excluding beverages). 

Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza

Guests looking to enjoy Ramadan by the eternal Nile can experience an authentic seasonal ambiance at any of Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza’s popular restaurants offering a variety of cultural specialties, oriental selections and traditional drinks.

Zitouni is the ideal venue for families looking to embrace the true spirit of Ramadan with a special Ramadan buffet that features a range of Egyptian delicacies.
Families or groups of friends looking to enjoy the evenings together can also head to the Hotel’s newest gem – Upper Deck Lounge – Cairo’s most stylish and contemporary restaurant, to enjoy an elaborate Suhour meal crowned by views of Cairo’s spectacular skyline.

Whether gathering with friends for Iftar or meeting up late at night for an elegant Suhour, the Pool Grill also offers an intimate outdoor experience extending Ramadan nights from dusk to dawn with oriental tunes enlivening the atmosphere by the pool as guests enjoy an assorted selection of shisha flavours.

Those seeking something non-traditional can drop by Bella, which will be open for Iftar throughout the Holy Month and will serve its regular a la carte dishes after Iftar hours.