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but in understated manner that still allows the place with a feeling of comfort as they walk in. The glass facade one side of the restaurant, and alfresco dining area as well allows the diners to feel as though they are having an outdoorsy dining experience, while still being within the vicinity. A swing hangs along one of the walls to, while a spiral metal staircase takes the diners upstairs to a more urbane space as the striking neon purple “Drama in Manama” sign lights up the place. Perhaps one of the most photographed signs in Bahrain, the installation is a piece by one of the partners and artist, Ahmed Taleb, and is part of the aesthetic Maryam says she hopes to promote about the place: a place where local talent can showcase their work. From food, to poetry, art, music, and other various forms of creativity that people wish to display, Maryam says she encourages the artists and creatives to use her space. Also hosting a myriad of successful events like open mic-nights, and tv-show screenings, she says the idea is to blend in with the artistic nature that the area has, she says. Food, art, comfort - the true definition of a social space, 55 Old St has established its own identity within Block 338 as definitely more than just a restaurant, but a captivating space that allows and inspires the visitors to be just as creative and different as the place itself. For more information: Block 338 Adliya, MRC Building Saturday - Wednesday 9am-11pm Thursday - Friday 9am-12am [phone] [email protected] www.55oldst.com @55oldst SPRING 2018 Perle 127