Where We Are Going Today: Symphony Sweets

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Updated 30 August 2022
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Where We Are Going Today: Symphony Sweets

  • Symphony Sweets also offers Saudi-inspired mini spiral trumbah with dry rose petals

Symphony Sweets is one of Jeddah’s most exquisite sweet shops, offering a unique fusion of treats inspired by many world cultures.

The shop offers an array of selections that will leave you mesmerized by their appealing presentation, including a cake served inside a chocolate and wafer biscuit plate, which comes in different sizes and flavors such as salted caramel, pistachio, mango and tiramisu.

Most of us might worry about writing on such good-looking desserts, but Symphony Sweets offers professionally scripted custom notes in Arabic calligraphy for your special occasions.

If you are planning to entertain guests, Symphony Sweets offers a giant celebratory chocolate mousse cake with cherries on top and a tiny chocolate fountain in the middle.

One of the shop’s most sought-after items is the cube croissant, which comes in a breakfast box of two sizes: One box offers 15 cubes and the other 24. Breakfast boxes come with two little jars of honey and strawberry jam to drizzle over the croissants.

Symphony Sweets also offers Saudi-inspired mini spiral trumbah with dry rose petals.

The Basque cheesecake, which does not have a crust at the bottom, is also a trending dessert.

Yes, desserts trend too! Last year, the Basque cheesecake was trending in Turkey, where it was served with a small jar of warm Belgium chocolate to pour over the cake.

Symphony Sweets is located in Al-Mohammadiyyah district, on Halima Al-Saadia street.

For more information, visit the Instagram page @symphonysa.

 


Where We Are Going Today: Offbrief cafe in Diriyah

Updated 14 December 2025
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Where We Are Going Today: Offbrief cafe in Diriyah

  • Offbrief’s design is colorful and playful. However, some of the seating is not particularly comfortable, and the open windows allowed mosquitos inside, which shortened my stay

Offbrief opened in Diriyah’s creative district, JAX, less than two months ago. The café offers a range of hot and cold drinks alongside a small selection of sweets in a relaxed and welcoming space that’s ideal for both casual meet-ups and quiet solo moments.

The outdoor area is lively — well-suited for social gatherings with friends or family. Inside, the atmosphere is calmer, making it a good option for catching up on a book, working, or for informal meetings.

I was there to work, and ordered an iced matcha latte with banana bread, which cost a total of SR36 — a reasonable price. The banana bread was a highlight, while the matcha latte’s earthy flavor is probably better suited to dedicated matcha fans than to casual drinkers.

Offbrief’s design is colorful and playful. However, some of the seating is not particularly comfortable, and the open windows allowed mosquitos inside, which shortened my stay.

Overall, Offbrief left a positive impression, particularly in terms of ambience, friendly staff, and thoughtful design. While my experience had a few drawbacks, it’s a space I would return to, especially during the daytime and with company, to enjoy the setting in a more relaxed way.