Food &amp; Health /category/main-category/lifestyle/food-health en Where We Are Going Today: Sunsera restaurant in Jeddah /node/2608935/food-health <div class="field field-name-field-rbitem-author field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">article author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/taxonomy/term/111791">Afshan Aziz</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-author field-type-text field-label-inline clearfix"><div class="field-label">Author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-publication-date field-type-datestamp field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><span class="date-display-single">Mon, 2025-07-21 20:53</span></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p> Located inside the Joudyan Hotel at the Red Sea Mall in Jeddah, Sunsera restaurant offers a Saudi special menu that takes diners on a flavorful journey across the Kingdom, from the central plains to the western coast and southern highlands.</p> <p> We started with central region flavors. The crisp jareesh balls and qursan rolls were comforting, but the creamy, tangy jareesh garnished with ghee stole the show. The marqouq, a hearty meat-and-vegetable stew, was rich, though the flatbread could have been softer.</p></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-binary field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/07/21/4623290-1253806937.jpg" width="1200" height="700" alt="Photo/Supplied" title="Photo/Supplied" /></div><div class="field-item odd"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/07/21/4623291-231540053.jpg" width="1200" height="700" alt="" title="Photo/Supplied" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-1 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Main category:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/category/main-category/lifestyle/food-health">Food &amp; Health</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-9 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tags/sunsera-restaurant-jeddah">Sunsera restaurant in Jeddah</a></div></div></div> Mon, 21 Jul 2025 19:22:44 +0000 malawi 2608935 at Skincare brand promises care for Arab complexions /node/2608885/lifestyle <div class="field field-name-field-rbitem-author field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">article author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/rbitem-author/hams-saleh">Hams Saleh</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-publication-date field-type-datestamp field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><span class="date-display-single">Mon, 2025-07-21 14:50</span></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p> DUBAI: Biochemist and content creator Toufic Braidi is on a mission to bridge tradition and science with Antati, which he says is a “clean” beauty brand formulated specifically for Arab skin and the region’s climate.</p> <p> With many of his videos racking up 100 million views and counting, Braidi has parlayed his background in biomedical engineering and biochemistry into a line developed and manufactured in Lebanon.</p></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-binary field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/07/21/4623161-2038549608.jpg" width="900" height="640" alt="" title="Biochemist and content creator Toufic Braidi is on a mission to bridge tradition and science with Antati. (Supplied)" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-1 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Main category:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/lifestyle">Lifestyle</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/category/main-category/lifestyle/food-health">Food &amp; Health</a></div></div></div> Mon, 21 Jul 2025 11:53:12 +0000 saffiyanews 2608885 at Where We Are Going Today: Uncle Majid Restaurant in Jeddah /node/2608712/food-health <div class="field field-name-field-rbitem-author field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">article author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/taxonomy/term/211151">Nada Hameed</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-publication-date field-type-datestamp field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><span class="date-display-single">Sat, 2025-07-19 21:44</span></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p> Uncle Majid Restaurant, a Filipino eatery with one branch in Riyadh and another in Jeddah, is a spot that comes highly recommended by the Filipino community in the Kingdom.</p> <p> It was my day off and I wanted to treat our family helper, Angelyn, for her kind efforts and dedication with a dinner that would make her feel at home, so we ordered in a few must-try items from Uncle Majid recommended by her.</p> <p> We started with one of the most popular items on the menu, sinigang na hipon, a classic Filipino sour soup with shrimp as the main ingredient.</p></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-binary field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/07/19/4622723-630647902.jpg" width="1200" height="700" alt="Photo/Supplied" title="Photo/Supplied" /></div><div class="field-item odd"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/07/19/4622715-1107129967.jpg" width="1200" height="1358" alt="" title="Photo/Supplied" /></div><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/07/19/4622722-1114456103.jpg" width="1200" height="1173" alt="" title="Photo/Supplied" /></div><div class="field-item odd"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/07/19/4622724-1637861631.jpg" width="1200" height="1051" alt="" title="Photo/Supplied" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-1 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Main category:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/category/main-category/lifestyle/food-health">Food &amp; Health</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-9 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tags/uncle-majid-restaurant">Uncle Majid Restaurant</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/tags/jeddah">Jeddah</a></div><div class="field-item even"><a href="/category/tags/riyadh">Riyadh</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/category/tags/saudi-arabia"></a></div></div></div> Sat, 19 Jul 2025 19:11:29 +0000 malawi 2608712 at Where We Are Going Today: Kenko Japanese cafe in Alkhobar /node/2608615/food-health <div class="field field-name-field-rbitem-author field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">article author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/rbitem-author/jasmine-bager">Jasmine Bager</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-publication-date field-type-datestamp field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><span class="date-display-single">Fri, 2025-07-18 22:05</span></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p> Established in 2023 by a local Saudi entrepreneur, Kenko, which means “health” in Japanese, opened its doors just over a year ago in Alkhobar. It’s aptly adjacent to a medical center, marked by its distinct, cobalt blue entrance.</p> <p> The only branch in the kingdom thus far, Kenko recently extended its hours to accommodate early commuters, now welcoming guests from 8 a.m. until midnight.</p> <p> Upon entering, the space feels compact but not claustrophobic. Calm music drifts throughout. The playful animal logo and minimalist design set the tone.</p></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-binary field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/07/18/4622441-214332923.jpg" width="1200" height="1538" alt="AN photo" title="AN photo" /></div><div class="field-item odd"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/07/18/4622465-1496898019.jpg" width="1200" height="700" alt="" title="AN photo" /></div><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/07/18/4622466-995280754.jpg" width="1200" height="1399" alt="" title="AN photo" /></div><div class="field-item odd"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/07/18/4622467-1150700343.jpg" width="1200" height="1338" alt="" title="AN photo" /></div><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/07/18/4622468-939073876.jpg" width="1200" height="1548" alt="" title="AN photo" /></div><div class="field-item odd"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/07/18/4622469-712861635.jpg" width="1200" height="1148" alt="" title="AN photo" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-1 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Main category:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/category/main-category/lifestyle/food-health">Food &amp; Health</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-9 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tags/kenko-japanese-cafe">Kenko Japanese cafe</a></div></div></div> Fri, 18 Jul 2025 19:36:39 +0000 malawi 2608615 at Recipes for success: Chef Ross Shonhan offers advice and a tasty spaghetti mentaiko recipe  /node/2608518/lifestyle <div class="field field-name-field-rbitem-author field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">article author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/rbitem-author/hams-saleh">Hams Saleh</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-publication-date field-type-datestamp field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><span class="date-display-single">Fri, 2025-07-18 08:33</span></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p> DUBAI: Raised on a cattle farm in rural Queensland, Australia, and starting his working life in a butcher’s shop, Ross Shonhan is a man who knows his meat.  </p> <p> After honing his cooking skills in Australia, Shonhan moved to the UK, working at Asia de Cuba and The Dorchester, before moving to the US, where he helped launch Nobu Dallas as executive chef.  </p></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-binary field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/07/18/4622201-1251894019.jpg" width="1350" height="900" alt="" title="Shonhan brought his fire-driven cooking style to the UAE. (Supplied)" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-1 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Main category:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/lifestyle">Lifestyle</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/lifestyle/art-culture">Art &amp; Culture</a></div><div class="field-item even"><a href="/category/main-category/lifestyle/food-health">Food &amp; Health</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-9 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tags/ross-shonhan">Ross Shonhan</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/tags/strawfire">Strawfire</a></div></div></div> Fri, 18 Jul 2025 05:40:20 +0000 hams.saleh 2608518 at Indian mangoes celebrated in Riyadh  /node/2608481/saudi-arabia <div class="field field-name-field-rbitem-author field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">article author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/article-authors/rahaf-jambi-%C2%A0">Rahaf Jambi  </a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-publication-date field-type-datestamp field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><span class="date-display-single">Thu, 2025-07-17 22:20</span></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p> The Embassy of India in Riyadh, in collaboration with the Agriculture and Processed Food Export Development Authority, recently organized a culinary festival titled “Indian Mango Indulgence” at Tresor Modern Indian Restaurant.  </p> <p> The event showcased the rich heritage and diverse flavors of Indian mangoes, celebrated through a unique menu crafted by renowned celebrity chef, Sanjay Thakur.</p></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-binary field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/07/17/4622108-1424310500.jpg" width="1200" height="716" alt="" title="The event served as a platform to showcase various regional mango varieties, including the renowned Alphonso, as well as Geographical Indication-tagged options like Fazli and Rataul. (Supplied)" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-1 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Main category:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/saudiarabia"></a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/category/main-category/lifestyle/food-health">Food &amp; Health</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-9 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tags/indian-mango">Indian Mango</a></div></div></div> Thu, 17 Jul 2025 15:47:56 +0000 romulo 2608481 at London calling: Saudi cafés and restaurants find footing in UK capital  /node/2608371/lifestyle <div class="field field-name-field-rbitem-author field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">article author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/article-authors/celine-hijazi">Celine Hijazi</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-publication-date field-type-datestamp field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><span class="date-display-single">Thu, 2025-07-17 08:53</span></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p> LONDON: As the number of Saudi expats and visitors in London continues to grow, it’s no surprise that Saudi-owned brands are rising in popularity in the British capital. So, if you’re planning to make the big move — or just visiting — but you’re concerned about feeling homesick, don’t worry; your favorite cafés are coming with you, making your mornings abroad feel a little more like home. </p> <p> <strong>Somewhere Café </strong></p></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-binary field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/07/17/4621828-78714512.jpeg" width="1350" height="900" alt="" title="Somewhere Café delivers a fusion of flavors that reimagines nostalgic childhood dishes. (Supplied)" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-1 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Main category:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/lifestyle">Lifestyle</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/lifestyle/art-culture">Art &amp; Culture</a></div><div class="field-item even"><a href="/category/main-category/lifestyle/food-health">Food &amp; Health</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-9 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tags/london">London</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/tags/saudi-cafes">Saudi cafes</a></div></div></div> Thu, 17 Jul 2025 06:02:26 +0000 hams.saleh 2608371 at What We Are Buying Today: ‘Lovera’ Saudi chocolate brand /node/2608345/food-health <div class="field field-name-field-rbitem-author field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">article author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/taxonomy/term/211151">Nada Hameed</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-publication-date field-type-datestamp field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><span class="date-display-single">Wed, 2025-07-16 23:41</span></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p> Lovera is a Saudi chocolate brand with branches across the Kingdom and the GCC.</p> <p> One day, while visiting a friend on short notice, I wanted to bring a gift that was both delicious and visually appealing. This is when I stumbled across Lovera on ToYou.</p> <p> I chose the salted caramel bites, coated in fine Belgian chocolate and topped with crispy almonds.</p> <p> The box contained three layers, about 35 pieces in total, and came in vibrant neon-orange packaging tied with a beautiful ribbon.</p> <p> The chocolates were a hit; rich, smooth and perfectly balanced in flavor. </p></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-binary field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/07/16/4621759-288837628.jpg" width="1290" height="991" alt="" title="Lovera also has a cafe that serves a selection of cakes, hot and cold drinks, desserts, ice cream, mojitos and breakfast items. (Instagram)" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-1 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Main category:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/category/main-category/lifestyle/food-health">Food &amp; Health</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-9 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tags/what-we-are-buying-today">What We Are Buying Today</a></div></div></div> Wed, 16 Jul 2025 20:46:10 +0000 abdulkareem.aldaham 2608345 at Where We Are Going Today: Fika & Go – Swedish Restaurant in Al-Khobar /node/2608208/food-health <div class="field field-name-field-rbitem-author field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">article author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/rbitem-author/jasmine-bager">Jasmine Bager</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-publication-date field-type-datestamp field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><span class="date-display-single">Tue, 2025-07-15 21:47</span></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p> Take a Swedish break without the flight to Sweden — right in the Eastern Province.</p> <p> We made the drive to Saihat to sample from the original branch of Fika &amp; Go, which opened three years ago. The hole-in-the-wall joint is reminiscent of the coffee shops I came across on my recent trip to Stockholm, where I quickly adopted “fika” into my diet and daily itinerary.</p></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-binary field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/07/15/4621375-718839378.jpg" width="1200" height="1177" alt="AN photo" title="AN photo" /></div><div class="field-item odd"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/07/15/4621444-1350055294.jpg" width="1200" height="1548" alt="" title="AN photo" /></div><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/07/15/4621445-1244822445.jpg" width="1200" height="1464" alt="" title="AN photo" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-1 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Main category:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/category/main-category/lifestyle/food-health">Food &amp; Health</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-9 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tags/fika-go">Fika &amp; Go</a></div></div></div> Tue, 15 Jul 2025 19:29:20 +0000 malawi 2608208 at Jessica Kahawaty’s cookbook receives celebrity nod of approval /node/2608148/lifestyle <div class="field field-name-field-rbitem-author field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">article author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/rbitem-author/arab-news">Arab News</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-publication-date field-type-datestamp field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><span class="date-display-single">Tue, 2025-07-15 13:39</span></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p> DUBAI: Lebanese Australian duo, model Jessica Kahawaty and mother Rita, have launched their own cookbook — with no less a person than Hollywood actress and producer Courteney Cox providing a cover quote.</p> <p> Kahawaty and her mother are the minds behind UAE-based food delivery business Mama Rita and the book, “Mama Rita: Family recipes from the Mediterranean,” is now available for pre-order ahead of its release in September.</p> <p> It is endorsed by Cox, who says it is “a must-have for anyone who is passionate about cooking and loves food as much as I do.”</p></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-binary field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/07/15/4621256-1045037019.jpg" width="900" height="628" alt="" title="Jessica Kahawaty has launched a new cookbook with her mother, Rita. (Instagram)" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-1 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Main category:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/lifestyle">Lifestyle</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/category/main-category/lifestyle/food-health">Food &amp; Health</a></div></div></div> Tue, 15 Jul 2025 10:43:35 +0000 saffiyanews 2608148 at From Nigeria to Makkah, sereh finds a home on Saudi tables /node/2608091/saudi-arabia <div class="field field-name-field-rbitem-author field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">article author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/article-authors/rahaf-jambi">Rahaf Jambi</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-publication-date field-type-datestamp field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><span class="date-display-single">Mon, 2025-07-14 21:36</span></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p> RIYADH: Sereh, a beloved African dish rooted in Nigerian tradition, has carved out a place for itself in the culinary landscape of .</p> <p> Once popular as a street food in Makkah’s older neighborhoods such as Al-Mansour, Al-Hafayer, and Al-Barno, sereh has grown beyond its origins to reflect a story of migration, cultural exchange, and shared taste.</p></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-binary field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/07/14/4621108-1139738085.jpg" width="1200" height="865" alt="Traditionally, sereh consists of skewered beef seasoned with a bold blend of African spices. (AN photo by Huda Bashatah)" title="Traditionally, sereh consists of skewered beef seasoned with a bold blend of African spices. (AN photo by Huda Bashatah)" /></div><div class="field-item odd"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/07/14/4621112-959568047.jpg" width="1200" height="700" alt="" title="Traditionally, sereh consists of skewered beef seasoned with a bold blend of African spices. (AN photo by Huda Bashatah)" /></div><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/07/14/4621110-605175074.jpg" width="1200" height="700" alt="" title="AN photo by Huda Bashatah" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-1 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Main category:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/saudiarabia"></a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/category/main-category/lifestyle/food-health">Food &amp; Health</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-9 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tags/sereh">Sereh</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/tags/african-dish">African dish</a></div><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tags/nigeria">Nigeria</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/category/tags/saudi-arabia"></a></div></div></div> Mon, 14 Jul 2025 19:16:47 +0000 malawi 2608091 at Where We Are Going Today: Kermal – Lebanese lounge in Jeddah /node/2608090/food-health <div class="field field-name-field-rbitem-author field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">article author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/taxonomy/term/111791">Afshan Aziz</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-author field-type-text field-label-inline clearfix"><div class="field-label">Author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-publication-date field-type-datestamp field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><span class="date-display-single">Mon, 2025-07-14 21:46</span></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p> Located on Al-Kayyal Street in Jeddah, Kermal welcomes you with soft yellow lighting, a cozy interior and vibrant artwork. This Lebanese lounge blends classic flavors with comfort, creating a modern take on a traditional Beirut home.</p> <p> The menu features lots of familiar favorites and a few standouts. We started with the creamy chicken mushroom soup, which was rich and satisfying, served with toast and a squeeze of lemon.</p></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-binary field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/07/14/4621102-1382201525.jpg" width="1200" height="1209" alt="Photo/Supplied" title="Photo/Supplied" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-1 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Main category:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/category/main-category/lifestyle/food-health">Food &amp; Health</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-9 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tags/kermal">Kermal</a></div></div></div> Mon, 14 Jul 2025 19:15:33 +0000 malawi 2608090 at Opinion: Tackling childhood obesity starts at home /node/2608050/food-health <div class="field field-name-field-rbitem-author field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">article author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/article-authors/dr-hanan-al-shaikh">Dr. Hanan Al-Shaikh</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-publication-date field-type-datestamp field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><span class="date-display-single">Mon, 2025-07-14 15:14</span></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p> DHAHRAN:<strong><em> </em></strong><em>Here, Dr. Hanan Al-Shaikh discusses child obesity in a mini opinion piece for Arab News. Al-Shaikh is chair of the Women and Children’s Health Department at Johns Hopkins Aramco Healthcare in .</em></p> <p> The received wisdom about the causes of obesity is that genetics has the strongest influence. This seems to provide comfort to parents of large children: It’s not my fault; it’s written in their DNA.</p></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-binary field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/07/14/4620993-2141164284.jpg" width="900" height="600" alt="" title="‘Children are not born obese; obesity is induced by their environment,’ Dr. Hanan Al-Shaikh says in a mini opinion piece. (Getty Images)" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-1 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Main category:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/category/main-category/lifestyle/food-health">Food &amp; Health</a></div></div></div> Mon, 14 Jul 2025 12:20:32 +0000 saffiyanews 2608050 at makes space for freelancers to thrive in culinary sector /node/2607865/saudi-arabia <div class="field field-name-field-rbitem-author field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">article author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/taxonomy/term/111791">Afshan Aziz</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-publication-date field-type-datestamp field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><span class="date-display-single">Sat, 2025-07-12 20:50</span></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p> JEDDAH: ’s Culinary Arts Commission has launched a freelance license for chefs via the Abde’a Cultural Licenses Platform.</p> <p> The commission’s CEO, Mayada Badr, told Arab News: “The freelance chef license is a major milestone in empowering Saudi culinary talent, as it is opening the door for chefs to innovate and succeed independently while contributing to the Kingdom’s culinary sector.”</p></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-binary field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/07/12/4620522-938490663.png" width="1200" height="700" alt="The newly introduced license will enable Saudi nationals aged 18 and above — and who hold certified culinary training and valid food safety or health certifications. (Supplied)" title="The newly introduced license will enable Saudi nationals aged 18 and above — and who hold certified culinary training and valid food safety or health certifications. (Supplied)" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-1 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Main category:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/saudiarabia"></a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/category/main-category/lifestyle/food-health">Food &amp; Health</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-9 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tags/saudi-arabia%E2%80%99s-culinary-arts-commission">’s Culinary Arts Commission</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/tags/mayada-badr">Mayada Badr</a></div><div class="field-item even"><a href="/category/tags/saudi-arabia"></a></div></div></div> Sat, 12 Jul 2025 17:00:00 +0000 malawi 2607865 at Where We Are Going Today: ‘Liu Chong Qing Hot Pot’ – Chinese restaurant in Riyadh /node/2607773/food-health <div class="field field-name-field-rbitem-author field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">article author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/article-authors/rahaf-jambi">Rahaf Jambi</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-author field-type-text field-label-inline clearfix"><div class="field-label">Author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-publication-date field-type-datestamp field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><span class="date-display-single">Fri, 2025-07-11 20:52</span></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p> If you’re seeking an affordable yet delightful hot pot experience, Liu Chong Qing Hot Pot in Riyadh is a must-try. This renowned Chinese restaurant chain specializes in Sichuan-style hot pot and boasts over 500 locations worldwide, making it a favorite among hot pot enthusiasts. </p></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-binary field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/07/11/4620273-853133631.jpg" width="1200" height="700" alt="Photo/Supplied" title="Photo/Supplied" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-1 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Main category:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/category/main-category/lifestyle/food-health">Food &amp; Health</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-9 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tags/liu-chong-qing-hot-pot">Liu Chong Qing Hot Pot</a></div></div></div> Fri, 11 Jul 2025 19:20:51 +0000 malawi 2607773 at