The French Week 2011 is being held under the patronage of Shaikh Nasser Bin Hamad Al Khalifa, President of the Bahraini Royal Equestrian and Races Capacity Team Leader and Royal Chairman of the Board of the Bahrain Olympic Committee, and is being organised by the Bahraini-French Business Club (CAFB) and the French Embassy in conjunction with the Alliance Francaise de Bahrein.
“We are also happy to announce that leading businesswoman and CAFB Director of Business Development, Miss Betsy B. Mathieson has kindly accepted the role of President of the French Week 2011 Committee,” the organisers in a statement said.
The third edition of this spectacular event promises to be even bigger and better than ever before! Why not take in the delights of professionally prepared exquisite French cuisine or be entertained by fantastic performances taking place with famous international magicians, the Bel Canto Gourmet Opera, the French Folk dancers of La Bourree, fantastic Swing and Jazz bands and much, much more! Browse through the French Week art and photography exhibitions being held in art galleries throughout the island, or perhaps catch a popular French film. There is also a few fun sporting events to participate in or simply laze away an afternoon at The Gourmet golf day and French classic petanque tournament.
Carrefour and some leading supermarkets will be providing plenty of offers, promotions and displays of typical French fare for you to enjoy as well as a raffle to win a French classic, a Peugeot car! Your favourite Mall will be participating with French products and special offers for shoppers as well as an exquisite fashion show of the latest trends from all your favourite French brands.