Category: Promoted

This is a collaboration we didn’t know we needed. CAF and KDD have come together to bring a new drink called the Chocolate Latte. The drink combines everyone’s favorite KDD Chocolate Milk with CAF’s signature coffee and is available as hot or iced.

This isn’t the first time CAF has collaborated with KDD. Their first partnership in 2016 featured the KDD Ice Cream Sandwich, and to date, over 2 million of them have been used.

The new Chocolate Latte is available today in all 21 CAF branches. @cafcafe

Gamzland is a new indoor amusement park that is opening at HOMZ Mall in Dhajeej next month. This is going to be the largest indoor amusement park in Kuwait and will have entertainment experiences for families and adventure lovers of all ages.

The official opening is on December 15, 2024 and will include special giveaways. So mark your calendars from now if you don’t want to miss this celebration.

If you want to stay posted on the opening event, follow @gamzlandkw

Barbacoa is a steakhouse that opened earlier this year, but their story is actually older than that.

Yaqoub AlWazzan, chef and owner of Barbacoa, got into barbecuing as a hobby to entertain his friends. He started with grilling, but one day bought a used smoker to try his hand at smoking. As he honed his skills, his friends encouraged him to turn his passion into a business. Yaqoub started small, working from home and offering delivery only, before eventually opening a smokehouse called Meat Pirate (I love the name). Living by the sea in Khiran at the time, he drew inspiration for the name from his surroundings. Meat Pirate quickly gained popularity, catching the attention of an investor interested in partnering with Yaqoub to open a restaurant—leading to the creation of Barbacoa.

Barbacoa is a fire dining experience located in Shuwaikh, with a space designed around the art of grilling. One wall is lined with shelves holding firewood for the grills, while the bar area wraps around a massive Santa Maria grill that feels straight out of another era. There’s also outdoor seating available, which opens up during the cooler months.

As you’d expect, the menu is packed with a variety of meats—lamb, beef, chicken, duck, and even some seafood—all grilled over a wood fire in front of you, or smoked in the back inside their custom-built smoker. Dishes are divided into small, medium, and large plates, so you can easily share a lamb rack or keep the Steak Frites all for yourself. More importantly, the menu was put together by someone who loves and is passionate about the food he’s serving.

Barbacoa also have BBQ nights taking place every Wednesday with a special menu filled with favorites like Brisket, Short Ribs, and their very own homemade Chorizo sausages.

If you want to pass by Barbacoa, they’re located in Shuwaikh, inside Lot90, the same complex that has the Italian restaurant Cantina, and the coffee shop Altitude Roasters. They’re open daily from 2PM to 10:30PM with the BBQ Nights being held every Wednesday. Check them out @barbacoa.kw

Lucky Manca came to life in a very organic process. The owner, Awce, used to make cookies, brownies, and other simple comfort treats for his friends and family. After a lot of encouragement, he took his first step and launched a home business with one product, a box of mini brownies.

Eventually, his home business gained so much popularity that demand outgrew his abilities. So, he put the concept on hold, rebuilt it as an official business with a team and large kitchen, and relaunched last month.

With the relaunch, he also expanded the menu to include brownies, cookies, and his special chocolate crunch. Awce also introduced limited items from the test kitchen like the crack cheesecake which is on the menu right now.

Lucky Manca also have an item on the menu called the Lucky Trio. It’s a box that contains all three of their main items which makes it a great dessert to take to gatherings.

If you want to try them out, they’re available on @bilbayt, @itslocals, @deliveroo_kw and their website luckymanca.com. For more info and photos, head to @luckymanca.xyz

The AIU Kuwait Film Festival 2024 kicks off next week for its third consecutive year. This year, the festival received an impressive 3,155 film submissions from talented filmmakers around the world. After a rigorous selection process, 106 outstanding films were chosen, promising an inspiring lineup of stories spanning diverse genres and regions.

There are various activities to enjoy during the film festival, including screenings, lectures, workshops, and discussion panels, all free to attend. Whether you’re there to watch films or you’re an aspiring filmmaker hoping to catch a workshop or lecture, this is an event you won’t want to miss.

The film festival will be held at the AIU campus from Sunday, November 10, to Saturday, November 16. Cinescape is their strategic partner again this year, and as a result, film screenings, and discussions with film personalities will take place both on the AIU campus and at the Cinescape theaters in 360 Mall.

All events during the film festival are open to the public, and are free to attend.

If you want to find out more about the festival, head over to aiu.edu.kw/film-festival or check out the AIU Instagram account, @aiu_kw

I pass by The Avenues at least once a week and often spend quite a bit of time there, which usually leads to lunch or dinner. I have about four or five favorite spots I like to eat at in The Avenues, and Tatami is one of them whenever I’m in the mood for Japanese.

I’ve previously posted about Tatami at The Avenues since a friend of mine (Studio Nesef) designed the interior while my wife (From Mud) created some of their ceramic dinnerware. This is Tatami’s third location, and my favorite design wise for obvious reasons. The first thing that catches your attention is the large, suspended Moon light pendant that is surrounded by intricate wooden joinery inspired by the Japanese cidori system. The restaurant is also located in The Gardens area of The Avenues which is my favorite for dining especially during the day since tons of natural light fills the space.

I know the Tatami menu by heart, as it’s my go-to for Japanese delivery. My must-order dishes include the Sesame Nori Chips, Salmon Tacos, Norwegian Salmon Roll, and Exotic Roll. When dining in, though, I tend to go for some of their hot items, like the torched nigiri or Wagyu Sando.

Another reason I really like Tatami is because they make everything in-house instead of using readymade items. So, things like their Nori Chips, Gari (ginger), gyozas, and even their black sesame and green tea ice cream are all made from scratch.

The vibe in The Gardens area of The Avenues is much more laid back than the rest of the mall, I think because it’s tucked away like a secret, up in the far corner of the mall. So it feels like a nice break from shopping when you’re up there, and then once you’re done with lunch or dinner, you head back down to the mall again. It’s like a little getaway.

To get to The Gardens area, either take the curved escalators up at the end of the Prestige section or head up the escalators on the right of the Mercedes dealership. Tatami is open from 12PM to 10:45PM and if you want to check out their menu or some more pictures, head over to their Instagram account @tatamirestaurant

Al-Rai Media Group is entering the entertainment industry by launching a mega musical project, ‘The Spirit of Kuwait,’ in partnership with Kaif Production.

‘The Spirit of Kuwait’ will be a Kuwaiti heritage-based musical work presented in orchestral form with a modern twist. It will also be the largest artistic orchestra in Kuwait, comprising nearly 100 musicians and featuring some of the country’s top musical talent. The orchestra will be led by maestro Dr. Ahmad Al-Oud, with Salman Al-Amari and Abdulaziz Al-Mesbah as the primary vocalists. Maestro Mohammed Salem Al-Qahoom, one of the Arab world’s most prominent composers and orchestrators, will orchestrate the musical pieces.

Alongside this all-star roster, the show will also utilize the latest in concert technologies. It is expected to last an hour and a half and will feature state-of-the-art audio-visual systems to immerse the audience in a captivating experience, blending traditional Kuwaiti heritage with modern artistic innovation.

The first performance of ‘The Spirit of Kuwait’ is expected to be in May 2025. To stay posted on this project, you can follow @alraimediagroup and @kaif_kuw.

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I’ve been a fan of A’s Chicken since 2014, so when they approached me for this promoted post, I knew it would be an easy writeup. I can’t remember how I first heard about them, but I do know their taouk sandwiches were what got me hooked initially. Since then they’ve kept improving, first with a major rebrand followed by an updated and expanded menu as well as more delivery locations.

What I like the most about A’s Chicken is that I can have them when I’m trying to eat clean, but also on my cheat days, and that’s because they have both grilled and fried chicken options.

They have grilled chicken and taouk platters, but you can also get the taouk sandwich which is what I usually order. If you’re craving fried chicken, then they have fried bone-in chicken, fried chicken sandwiches, and fried chicken wraps, popcorn and wings. I don’t eat bone-in chicken, but my wife and best friend both love the A’s Chicken one, and it’s become their weekly goto option since the boycott of brands started (she also says to make sure you order it with a side of Angry Honey Sauce). When I’m cheating, I personally go for their Nashville Chicken Sandwich and Royal A’s Junior Sandwich.

A’s Chicken have multiple delivery kitchens around Kuwait to ensure you get your food fast and hot. They’re on all the major delivery platforms including Talabat, Deliveroo, Cari and Jahez. They also have their own website which is aschicken.co, and you can follow them on Instagram @aschicken_kw

Boutiqaat, the largest online fashion and cosmetics platform in the region just launched their biggest Black Friday sales. They’ve discounted over 100,000 items from over 1,000 brands with the discounts ranging from 15% all the way up to 90%.

If you’re looking for a good deal check out boutiqaat.com

Patti & More has been around long before smashed burgers became a TikTok trend, and they’ve now launched a new burger that pokes fun at the whole truffle burger craze.

The new burger is funnily enough called ‘Not Truffle’, and it’s their new limited release burger featuring their exclusive home-made sweet and tangy sauce. What else is inside? You’re going to have to discover it for yourself (although the pictures might spoil the surprise).

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The new ‘Not Truffle Burger’ is available via delivery, pick-up & V-thru. Check them out @pattiandmore

Khiran is booming, with more people living there and commuting to the city. Life has also become much more convenient with the addition of Al Khiran Mall, which has brought various brands and services to the area. Beyond shopping, they’ve introduced family entertainment with four key concepts: Fun Tiki, The Court, Jump, and Wonder Zone.

Fun Tiki is an indoor family entertainment center with a curated selection of rides, attractions, and arcade games. Exclusive to Al Khiran Mall are the Mega Mix, a high-adrenaline ride with rapid spins and twists, and Party Dance, a family-friendly, lively experience. Other standout rides include their unique bumper cars that move forward, twist, or pivot instantly for a more dynamic and thrilling ride. Lastly, the Zero Gravity ride, offering the thrill of weightlessness with 360-degree spins at super-high speeds.

The Court is a new experience in Kuwait, designed for sports lovers of all ages. This multi-activity space lets you play basketball, handball, and football simultaneously, with a bouncy twist. Featuring an innovative target system on a safe, padded court, it’s perfect for both individual and group play. The Court fosters active competition in a fun, inclusive environment for families and friends.

Jump is a cutting-edge indoor inflatable park designed to spark imagination and fuel fun for children, with towering slides, obstacle courses, and bouncing adventures.

Lastly, Wonder Zone is a whimsical soft-play area offering a safe, fun environment for little ones. With attractions like slides, trampolines, cannonball games, rainbow jumping nets, and an interactive AR experience, it provides a stimulating adventure that helps develop motor skills.

Together, these four unique concepts create an entertainment experience that makes the trip to Khiran well worth it. For more info, head over to @funtiki.kw and @wonderzone.kw

When I first saw the TopBrewer a while back at an office I was visiting, I was intrigued. I didn’t know what it was back then, I just noticed there was an iPad with a bunch of drinks on it right next to a tap. I later found out that it was the office coffee machine, the whole unit was hidden under the counter with just the tap and iPad showing.

The TopBrewer is a Danish designed coffee machine for home and commercial use that can be built into any tabletop. The main unit is hidden under the counter or behind a wall with just their patented stainless steel tap visible. This allows you to have a very clean minimal looking space without having a large and usually ugly coffee machine taking up precious real estate. You can then choose to have a tablet near it with your drink options, or you can just run the coffee machine app from your phone or even Apple Watch. Place a cup under the tap and just select the drink you want and that’s it.

The TopBrewer can be used to make both hot and cold coffee drinks, hot chocolate, and it can even be used as a water tap providing you with either cold, hot or even sparkling water. The unit has a built-in grinder that will grind your coffee beans fresh and serve you the perfect cup of espresso in just 25 seconds. The unit also has a number of cool features like recognizing you when you come close, and asking you if you want your usual drink, it also self cleans so you don’t have to.

Some of TopBrewer local customers include Asnan Towers, Boubyan, Kuwait Airways, Porsche and Zain, but internationally TopBrewer customers also include Adobe, Visa, Microsoft, and Apple. If you want to check out TopBrewer in person and get a demo, you can reach out to the dealer by visiting their instagram account @topbrewerkw or website scanomat.com

Today is the grand opening of Wimpy’s brand-new location at Sky Mall. The new store is Wimpy’s first dine-in location in Kuwait, and features a sleek, modern design with an open kitchen so you can watch the chefs prepare fresh meals right in front of you.

They’re going to have an exciting event where you’ll be able to indulge in Wimpy’s legendary burgers and wraps. But, it’s not just about the food, there will also be live music, a thrilling magic show, and incredible giveaways, including a chance to win 33 grams of gold.

Wimpy pioneered Kuwait’s love for burgers when they launched the original Cheeseburger in 1969 – the very first in Kuwait! A few years ago they went through a full rebrand and they’ve now taken their classic burgers and remastered them and made them even better.

Wimpy’s vision is to offer better-for-you choices, with everything made to order. Wimpy uses clean ingredients, with beef free from additives and colorants. The chicken contains no preservatives or antibiotic growth hormones, and all vegetables are delivered fresh daily. The potato buns are additionally produced locally in Kuwait.

I also discovered that the Wimpy (GCC and Egypt) is locally owned by investors from Saudi Arabia and UAE.

This event is your chance to taste the new remastered burgers yourself, and enjoy great entertainment. Sky Mall is located in Dajeej and the event is taking place from 5PM to 7PM.

Also for the next 45 days they have a buy one get one free offer, so if you don’t pass by today you can still take advantage of their offer. @wimpykwt

Allbirds, the popular sustainable footwear brand, opened its first location in Kuwait today.

Allbirds is known for creating some of the world’s most comfortable shoes, flats, and clothing using natural materials like merino wool and eucalyptus. The brand is dedicated to sustainability, working to reduce its carbon footprint to near zero. They replace petroleum-based synthetics with natural alternatives, such as wool, tree fiber, and sugar cane. The result? Soft, breathable products that are better for the planet.

Their shoes are lightweight, bouncy, and comfortable, with no flashy logos or unnecessary details. Made from natural materials, they’re designed for practicality.

If you want to see what the hype is about, visit their first Kuwait store at Assima Mall in Kuwait City. You can also check them out on Instagram at @allbirdsme

WK is a popular local burger concept, known for their viral ads as much as for their delicious burgers.

They’re always trying to up their game which is why they just launched their new cheeseburger priced at just 649 fils while still managing to retain their high-quality ingredients. If you love the cheeseburgers of the other brand which can’t be mentioned, then you’re going to love these because they taste pretty much the same, cost 1 fils less, and have the advantage of being local.

WK is available for delivery on all the popular platforms, but the cheeseburger is only available for pick-up. However, WK has multiple locations across Kuwait, including:

Ardiya
Fahaheel
Jahra
Khiran
Sabah Alsalem

So check them out at @wkwk.965