Every animal deserves a safe haven, a gentle hand, and a second chance at life.
Anceeta Martis
My story begins on a village farm in India, where my first five years were spent immersed in nature and surrounded by animals—an early chapter that deeply ingrained a lifelong empathy within me. Moving to Bahrain with my parents, I carried that connection forward. By age 18, I somehow convinced my parents to adopt a cat named Cookie. (He is still alive and waking my mum up everyday at 5 AM.)
As my dedication to animal welfare grew, so did my career. After earning my university degree, I entered the corporate sector in marketing at my best friend's agency, where I learned about human behaviour, the importance of discipline, and of course the on-the-ground knowledge of convincing people to buy things they don't know they want. This experience paved the way for a pivotal shift into entrepreneurship when I partnered with my husband in the food & beverage industry in 2020.
Today, our F&B portfolio spans 6 distinct F&B brands across Bahrain and Riyadh, with an aggressive pipeline of new concepts currently in development. Alongside these ventures, I continue to support the strategic growth of our family business in electrical lighting solutions.
The Core Mission: Global Rescue & Local Advocacy
While building high-growth businesses satisfies my entrepreneurial drive, animal welfare remains my core purpose. Over the past seven years, I have focused heavily on international rescue logistics. In collaboration with trusted local charities like Rescat, my husband and I have financed, rehabilitated, and successfully rehomed over 35 street cats from Bahrain into permanent homes across the United Kingdom and the Netherlands.
Recognizing that immediate rescue must be paired with systematic prevention, we are also an active partners of local TNR (Trap-Neuter-Return) initiatives to humanely manage community animal populations.
My commitment is reflected daily at home, which I share with my own family of six rescues: four cats and two dogs, all proudly rescued by myself or adopted from other rescues.
The Ultimate Vision
I view commercial success as the engine that funds meaningful change. The strategic leadership, operational expertise, and resources cultivated in our business ventures are entirely directed toward a singular, long-term vision: establishing fully sustainable animal sanctuaries in the global regions that need them most, creating permanent safety nets for the world's most vulnerable animals.
40 Lives And Counting...
Over the past seven years, I have focused heavily on the logistics of cross-border rescue, bridging the gap between vulnerable street animals in Bahrain and safe forever homes in Europe. Every adoption represents a complex journey of medical care, international passports, and a well-deserved second chance at life.
Some animals come to us with minimal medical needs while others need major surgeries just to survive. Every cat costs somewhere between BHD 500 to BHD 1000 to rescue and rehome. I am incredibly grateful to have a partner in life who is equally, if not more, compassionate towards animals.
We see how cruel people are in this region towards animals and that drives us everyday to do more for every animal we come across. Every cat hit and killed by a car on the highway emphasises the need to educate our families and friends while simultaneously doubling down on the TNR efforts in our communities.
We believe that how animals in a society are treated is the true indicator of its progress and modernisation.
If you want to know how you can help cats and dogs in Bahrain and Riyadh, get in touch below.
Our Companies
Apart from being a mother of fur-children, I wake up everyday and work on the brands below as a managing partner.
Brewed Coffee
As our foundational first brand, Brewed Coffee seamlessly bridges world-class specialty coffee with a deep sense of local pride. Our signature innovation is the Coffee O—a unique black coffee extracted using a slow-dripping Kyoto tower system over a precise 18 to 24-hour period to create a smooth, rich cold brew concentrate. We then customize each serving with hot or cold water tailored exactly to our guests' preferred strength, defining our commitment to personalized coffee craft.
Wildflour Bakery & Tea Room
Wildflour is an elegant tea room concept in Bahrain dedicated to encouraging the art of pausing throughout the day. Our focus centers on sourcing premium, predominantly organic loose-leaf teas from around the world, carefully curated to showcase clean, refreshing flavor profiles. Paired with a menu built on exceptional, high-quality ingredients, Wildflour provides a serene, sensory sanctuary where guests can slow down and savor the art of tea.
Sage & Sirloin
Sage & Sirloin is a beloved heritage brand that we proudly acquired shares in to shepherd its next chapter of growth. Uncompromised in its core focus, the brand sources and serves the finest, premium cuts of beef imported directly from Argentina and the United States. Designed for discerning steak enthusiasts, the experience is entirely versatile: guests can dine at our venue, select premium cuts from our boutique butchery to cook at home, or book our specialized catering team to host a flawless backyard BBQ baseline-to-finish.
The Royal Chippy
The Royal Chippy brings the authentic, comforting flavors of Britain’s most iconic culinary tradition straight to the heart of Bahrain. By pairing perfectly crisp, golden batters and fresh fish with timeless, classic sides, the brand delivers a high-quality nostalgic experience that appeals deeply to expats and locals alike. It stands as a vibrant, casual favorite, celebrated across the community for its consistency, authenticity, and neighborhood charm.
V Italian Restaurant
V Italian Restaurant captures the timeless romance and rustic elegance of authentic Italian dining, reimagined for Riyadh's discerning culinary audience. The menu honors regional Italian heritage through house-made pastas, wood-fired flavors, and premium imported ingredients. It offers an intimate, beautifully designed sanctuary where guests can slow down and savor the artistry of traditional Italian hospitality.
Sage & Sirloin Lounge
As an extension of our signature heritage brand, the Sage & Sirloin Lounge in Riyadh delivers an elevated dining and social experience tailored to the capital's vibrant lifestyle. The lounge seamlessly pairs a premium culinary menu with a highly curated, exceptional shisha program in a sophisticated, contemporary setting. It serves as a premier destination for both executive meetings and relaxed evening gatherings, defining the perfect balance of upscale gastronomy and effortless leisure.
The Food Junction
The Food Junction is a dynamic, high-quality quick-service concept engineered for flavor, variety, and speed. Our menu hits all the classic comforting favorites without compromising on premium ingredients, serving up expertly grilled burgers, crispy wings, high-grade steaks, and authentic fish & chips. Designed for modern, fast-paced lifestyles, it delivers a consistently excellent, multi-choice dining experience that keeps Riyadh’s food enthusiasts coming back for more.
Gulf House Electrical
Gulf House Electrical is a trusted family business that has long served as a cornerstone of Bahrain’s construction and industrial sectors for over 15 years. We specialize in comprehensive electrical lighting and supply solutions, providing high-quality products for major commercial and residential developments. By combining our legacy of trust with modern, energy-efficient innovations, Gulf House Electrical continues to power Bahrain's growing infrastructure.