A Saudi bakery business specializing in brownies is finding sweet success with a mouthwatering range of lovingly created products.
Bushra Khalid set up her Jeddah-based enterprise after being encouraged by a friend to put her baking skills to commercial use.
And after a period of trial and error her Baker Bee business is generating quite a buzz among her growing customer base.
Using a mix of traditional distribution methods and internet technology, Khalid is expanding her market coverage by keeping production of her brownies simple but precise.
“Brownie Glory” is her original decadent dessert, with “Over the Fudge” adding chocolate chunks to the rich treat, and “Pecan Lickin’” introducing nuts. All can be viewed on her Instagram social media site.
Khalid told Arab News that she had been persuaded to go into business by a pal. “There was huge support and an untiring push of a good friend who made me realize that I could do it and shouldn’t just waste my skills. I’ll always count that friend in every milestone I come to in this very important part of my life.”
For her, this business is a journey to explore herself and what she was capable of.
“Startups come with a load of challenges and you have to take in an ample amount of patience. It’s like you are giving and giving and giving whereas it seems like it’s not going anywhere, which makes one feel as if everything and every single effort is in vain.”
Khalid said the secret to success was technique. “I feel brownies or any other dessert are not just like ‘a food’ it is ‘the food’ and it has to be made with many precise techniques. A dessert demands delicacy and accuracy. They say that the secret ingredient is always love.”
Baker Bee comes in aesthetically pleasing packaging and as gifts with a scented candle.
She added: “I have received such generous and excellent reviews. Feedback and reviews really do play a crucial part. Customers and their reviews are something a business could live for. They are the cause of us keeping going and moving forward.”
For her future, she wishes to become a go-to place for anyone with a sweet tooth. Instagram handle: @bakerbee.jed
Startup of the Week: Baker Bee offers simple yet decadent brownies
Startup of the Week: Baker Bee offers simple yet decadent brownies
- Startups come with a load of challenges and you have to take in an ample amount of patience
Winter at Tantora Festival returns to AlUla, showcasing rich cultural heritage
- Festival now established as a premier annual event
AlUla: The Winter at Tantora Festival launched on Thursday in AlUla. It runs until Jan. 10 and presents a cultural season which celebrates the region’s rich civilizational, cultural, and historic legacy.
The festival’s program includes a wide array of cultural, artistic, and traditional activities, reported the Saudi Press Agency.
Attractions include Old Town Nights, Shorfat Tantora, When Shadow Tracks Us, and the Al-Manshiyah Carnival.
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In the past, AlUla’s inhabitants used this clock to measure time and coordinate their agricultural activities.
In addition, there are guided tours of street art through the Old Town, special events commemorating the Year of Handicrafts, culinary experiences, and artistic and musical performances.
The festival derives its name from the Tantora, an ancient sundial situated in the Old Town’s center. In the past, AlUla’s inhabitants used this clock to measure time and coordinate their agricultural activities. The modern festival honors this tradition by marking the onset of winter and the start of the planting season.
This year’s edition offers a range of experiences to celebrate heritage, genuine local culture, and traditional craftsmanship.
As part of AlUla Moments, the Winter at Tantora Festival supports efforts to boost cultural and tourist engagement while enhancing the visitor experience.
The initiative reflects Saudi Vision 2030’s commitment to advancing cultural tourism and promoting the Kingdom’s historic landmarks.
The festival has established itself as one of AlUla’s premier annual events, consistently attracting both domestic and international audiences.
