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Saudi Coffee is a fundamental element of hospitality in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, deeply rooted in its culture and longstanding traditions as part of its lifestyle. It is one of the initial steps in the official hospitality protocol for receiving foreign delegations and heads of state in the Kingdom. Coffee cultivation in the Kingdom is recognized as a traditional profession with roots dating back approximately three hundred years. Saudi coffee is one of the most popular forms of coffee in t...

The Mathloutha is one of the popular dishes in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and some Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. The practices of preparing and cooking the Mathloutha originate from several Saudi regions, and it is particularly famous in the capital Riyadh and Qassim Province. The Mathloutha dish is considered one of the distinctive Najdi popular dishes. It consists of Jareesh, Qursan , and rice, along with meat or chicken. Mathloutha of the Subaie people Some narratives suggest th...

Khabees or Khabeesa is one of the popular dessert dishes in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and some Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. Its history dates back to the era of the First Saudi State, and the Eastern Province is distinguished by this dish, considered one of its popular dishes as part of the Ramadan Iftar tables. Khabees dish is known as a type of dessert, consisting of a mixture of pitted dates, sheep ghee, flour, and milk. Khabees ingredients Khabees is made from four cups of wh...

Mutabaq  is one of the popular dishes in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It is made from flexible dough that is rolled or 'folded' into a square shape and filled with meat, garlic, eggs, pepper, onion, and coriander. It can be prepared with various tasty fillings and ingredients. Mutabaq in public occasions Being a popular dish, Mutabaq can be easily found in national festivals in general and heritage festivals in particular, such as the Historic Jeddah Festival and Klija Festival. Muta...

Harees  is one of the popular dishes in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and some Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. The practices of preparing and cooking Harees originate from several Saudi regions, particularly the Eastern province, and most provinces share the culture of preparing the Harees in general, with some variations in the spices. It is easy to find a popular dish like the Harees in national festivals in general and heritage festivals in particular, such as Janadriyah National He...

Jareesh is one of the most important traditional dishes in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, known as the 'Master of Dishes'. It is prepared in several regions of the Kingdom. It is a popular dish that can be easily found in national festivals in general and heritage festivals in particular. Jareesh is a national dish in the Kingdom Preparing and consuming the Jareesh dish, prevalent across various regions of the Kingdom, has its roots in ancient times. It is mentioned in the books of Arab...

Al-Qursan is one of the popular dishes in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, with its preparation practices spreading across several Saudi regions. It can be easily found in national and heritage festivals, such as the Janadriyah National Heritage and Cultural Festival and the Klija Festival. Al-Qursan is considered one of the popular Saudi dishes that are highlighted in events organized by the Kingdom abroad, particularly during Saudi Cultural Day events. These dishes reflect the cultural and social...

Coffee recipe in the Kingdom encompass a variety of traditional methods to prepare Saudi coffee. This coffee, renowned for its hospitality and served prominently in most provinces, is prepared using different techniques which are unique to the region. Despite the range of methods, a serving approach is shared by all regions due to its cultural significance. The taste of coffee beans changes according to the roasting level. Consequently, roasting is what gives coffee its unique flavor. Resident...

Saudi Feast Food Festival is an annual celebration of traditional foods in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Organized by the Culinary Arts Commission, affiliated with the Saudi Ministry of Culture, it was first held in Jeddah Governorate from December 7 to 15, 2021. The festival encompasses various objectives and paths, including cultural and educational components tailored to all segments of society. Objectives of the Saudi Feast Food Festival The Feast Festival aims to highlight Saudi cuisine by ...

Al-Egal  is a term used to describe the part worn by men on the head above al-Shemagh or Ghutra. Al-Egal has a circular shape and is a culturally distinctive element of the national dress in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Its size and material have evolved over three centuries. Al-Egal manufacturing Taif Governorate in the west of the Kingdom is known for the production of high-quality Egal. Some households and families would compete in weaving al-Egal al-Muqassab , including al-Hariri family in...

The Saudi Thobe is a traditional garment worn by men in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It is the main component of the formal Saudi outfit. Because it is used widely in Arab clothing, it cannot count as being exclusively in the Kingdom. However, combined with other parts of the outfit, it distinguishes itself from similar clothing in the Arabian Peninsula. Places to wear the Saudi thobe Men in the Kingdom wear thobes on official occasions and in public. Wearing a Saudi thobe is obligatory for ent...

Al-Burqa is a type of face and head covering for women in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It is a black covering for the face with two openings to show the eyes. It is made of cotton and has multiple layers. Al-Burqa in popular culture Al-Burqa has become known by several names that have emerged in popular culture, among them Al-Burqu, and Al-Burqou'. Some Arab poets, both ancient and modern, have addressed Al-burqa in their poems. Al-Burqu, Al-Burqa, or Al-Burqou' (pluralized as Al-Bara...