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One of Bahrain’s most distinctive dishes and a proud culinary tradition unique to the island — sweet, golden rice cooked with date syrup, saffron, cardamom, and rose water until fragrant and caramelised, then served alongside grilled fish (typically hammour or zubaidi pompfret). The contrast of sweet, perfumed rice against the savoury, fresh fish is an extraordinary flavour combination that surprises visitors and delights regulars. Muhammar is a centrepiece of traditional Bahraini Friday lunches and family celebrations.