Manama, Bahrain – 9 October 2024: Kanoo Museum, a family-run boutique museum launching in the heart of Manama, which is currently being developed by Kanoo Real Estate, a subsidiary of the Yusuf bin Ahmed Kanoo Group, has partnered with Romeo’s, a local café renowned for its artisanal pastries, desserts and coffee. A signing ceremony recently took place at the YBA Kanoo Tower in the presence of Mr. Mohamed Abdulelah Al Kooheji, Chief Executive Officer of Kanoo Real Estate, Mr. Omar Al Zayani [Position], in addition to other senior representatives from the Kanoo Museum team, Romeo’s Café and Sanad Engineering.
Romeo’s Café will be based on the ground floor of the Kanoo Museum, with a bespoke menu that will further elevate the visitor experience and offer a welcoming setting to relax while enjoying the exhibits. Sanad Engineering has been appointed as the main designers of the café, bringing their years of expertise to oversee the conceptualization and installation of the project.
Expressing his enthusiasm on the collaboration, Mr. Mohamed Abdulelah Al Kooheji, Chief Executive Officer of Kanoo Real Estate, commented: “We are pleased to be partnering with Romeo’s Café to deliver an immersive F&B offering. As a dynamic cultural space, the Kanoo Museum aims to showcase the remarkable history of the Kanoo family’s achievements in the commercial, economic, social and cultural fields in Bahrain and aims to provide an uplifting atmosphere for visitors of all ages. Our collaboration with Romeo’s Café will certainly contribute towards achieving this.”
He further noted: “Situated near Bab Al Bahrain, the Museum honours the Kanoo family’s rich and commercial heritage that spans over 140 years in the Kingdom. We look forward to welcoming both residents and tourists to explore historic archives in addition to temporary and permanent galleries, attend cultural events and insightful workshops, and take part in various community initiatives.”
On his end, Mr. Omar Al Zayani, [position] at Romeo’s Café, stated: “We are delighted to be opening our newest branch at Kanoo Museum. We will be crafting an exclusive menu, designed to complement the fascinating historical narratives of the Museum. As a proud Bahraini business, Romeo’s Café shares in the vision of the Museum to celebrate the Kanoo family’s extraordinary past in trade and commerce in the Kingdom. Together with Kanoo Museum, our goal is to create a one-of-a-kind haven where individuals can feel inspired as well as experience something new and memorable every time they visit.”
Set to open next year, Kanoo Museum will feature a permanent exhibition with interactive displays, rare artefacts, and captivating storytelling. The Museum will also host educational classes focused on arts and culture, along with rotating exhibitions from both local and international artists. Its rooftop, with breath-taking views of the Manama skyline, will serve as a lively venue for events, private gatherings and corporate functions.
