‘Taste of Saudi Culture’ to delight London foodies

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Guests will be welcomed with premium coffee — a timeless symbol of Saudi hospitality. (File photo/X: @MOCCulinary)
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Guests will be welcomed with premium coffee — a timeless symbol of Saudi hospitality. (File photo/X: @MOCCulinary)
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Guests will be welcomed with premium coffee — a timeless symbol of Saudi hospitality. (File photo/X: @MOCCulinary)
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Updated 14 June 2025
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‘Taste of Saudi Culture’ to delight London foodies

  • From jareesh to rose-infused ice cream, the Kingdom serves up flavor, tradition, hospitality

RIYADH: For the third year in a row, Saudi Arabia’s Culinary Arts Commission will participate in the Taste of London food festival, held in Regent’s Park from June 18 to 22.

Through its “Taste of Saudi Culture” pavilion, the commission promotes cultural exchange, showcases the richness of Saudi culinary heritage, and highlights the Kingdom’s culinary excellence.




Guests will be welcomed with premium coffee — a timeless symbol of Saudi hospitality. (File photo/X: @MOCCulinary)

The pavilion will feature immersive activities celebrating the diversity of Saudi cuisine, including live cooking demonstrations by skilled Saudi chefs.

Visitors will have a rare chance to sample a variety of iconic traditional dishes, each with its own story and flavor — such as the national dish jareesh, the slow-cooked haneeth, and the savory street favorite mutabbaq.

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Visitors will have a rare chance to sample a variety of iconic traditional dishes, each with its own story and flavor — such as the national dish jareesh, the slow-cooked haneeth, and the savory street favorite mutabbaq.

Beyond food, the pavilion will include interactive cultural elements reflecting Saudi heritage, such as traditional henna art and colorful Asiri rose headbands.

Guests will be welcomed with premium dates and Saudi coffee — timeless symbols of Saudi hospitality, according to the Saudi Press Agency.

Handcrafted ice cream infused with traditional Saudi ingredients like dates, Taif rose, and Jazan mango will also be served, offering authentic flavors with a modern twist.

A variety of refreshing cold drinks made from local ingredients will complement the experience, the SPA added.

A boutique section will feature signature Saudi products like maamoul (date-filled cookies) and unique Saudi coffee, blending retail, culture, and taste into an immersive journey.

This participation underscores the commission’s ongoing commitment to celebrating the depth of Saudi culinary arts and sharing the Kingdom’s vibrant food culture with global audiences.

 


Saudi language academy launches Arabic Language Month in Mexico

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Saudi language academy launches Arabic Language Month in Mexico

RIYADH: The King Salman Global Academy for Arabic Language has launched the Arabic Language Month program in Mexico, featuring a scientific program implemented as part of the academy’s international initiatives to teach Arabic to non-native speakers, the Saudi Press Agency reported. 

The initiative also aims to promote the language’s cultural and intellectual standing within international academic institutions.

KSGAAL Secretary-General Abdullah bin Saleh Al-Washmi stated that the Arabic Language Month program in Mexico reflects the academy’s ongoing commitment to introduce Arabic to diverse academic and cultural environments as a language of knowledge and communication.

He noted that the Arabic language plays a key role in enhancing cultural dialogue and building bridges of understanding between nations. Al-Washmi praised the support provided to the academy by Saudi Minister of Culture Prince Bader bin Farhan, and highlighted the fruitful cooperation with the Saudi Arabian Embassy in Mexico City, which helped facilitate the implementation of the program as part of the Kingdom’s efforts to serve the Arabic language globally.

Al-Washmi explained that the program focuses on teaching Arabic to non-native speakers at international academic institutions through scientific training initiatives based on partnership. These initiatives take into account the diversity of educational contexts and the needs of learners and researchers, thus strengthening the presence of the Arabic language in education and scientific research. This approach aligns with the objectives of the Human Capability Development Program under Saudi Vision 2030.

The opening ceremony was attended by the Saudi Ambassador to Mexico Fahad bin Ali Al-Manawer, along with a number of academic leaders and representatives of educational and cultural institutions. The ceremony also marked the launch of the first training courses and related activities.

The program will run throughout January, and features a series of scientific and educational events, including intensive training courses for teachers and learners, specialized programs for Arabic teachers to non-native speakers, and a seminar addressing the current state of Arabic language education in Mexico and the related challenges. The program also includes the Hamza Academic Test to assess Arabic language proficiency among learners, along with scientific and cultural visits.

The program is implemented in cooperation with several Mexican institutions, most notably Tecnologico de Monterrey, represented by the School of International Relations.