Destination KSA - Your Guide to Saudi

Destination KSA - Your Guide to Saudi
Zahra Anwer
Zahra Anwer

Dining

A Taste of Home

Saudi dishes from granny’s kitchen, Like areekah dish. Saudi culinary culture consists of a welcoming variety of food that people eat throughout the month of Ramadan; with each area having something different to offer. Here are some of the specialties from around the Kingdom: SALEEG TAIF An Arabian version of risotto, Saleeg is a creamy […]

By Zahra Anwer
A Taste of Home
Spirituality

Behind Every Successful Person..Is Their Mom!

Loving them, encouraging them, and sometimes spanking them when needed (Ouch!). So we all know about this KFUPM’s student’s gesture at his graduation, when he went up to his mother and kissed her forehead. It must have been such a heart-warming moment of respect and honor. This isn’t surprising for us as the special link […]

By Zahra Anwer
Behind Every Successful Person..Is Their Mom!
Health Activities

4 Places to Get Cupping Done in Riyadh

Cupping (Hijama in Arabic) is an ancient method of treatment, where blood is drawn by vacuum from a small skin incision. It is also an authentic tradition of the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) that has been used throughout history. The Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said: “The […]

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4 Places to Get Cupping Done in Riyadh
Art

6 Pro Henna Artists In Riyadh

Eid is just around the corner! While everyone loves wearing their best, often new clothes and new accessories, applying henna is also a tradition loved by women. This Eid have you decided on the henna artists to apply henna for you? If not, here are some artists in Riyadh to get henna-fied: hina sudani 1. […]

By Zahra Anwer
6 Pro Henna Artists In Riyadh
Spirituality

Dua to Protect Child From Evil Eye by Sunnah Way

The last thing most mothers want after giving birth are curious eyes hoping for a glimpse of the happy scene. (Ain’t nobody got time for dat). so you need to know about dua to protect child from evil eye Many parents go underground right after giving birth and abandon their social life. What they fear […]

By Zahra Anwer
Dua to Protect Child From Evil Eye by Sunnah Way
Spirituality

8 Rajab Quotes About the Significance of the Month of Rajab

“Verily, the number of months with Allah is twelve (in a year): It was so ordained, by Allah on the Day when He created the heavens and the earth; of them, four are sacred. That is the right religion, so wrong not yourselves therein…” [al-Tawbah 9:36] These four months, according to the Prophet ﷺ are […]

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8 Rajab Quotes About the Significance of the Month of Rajab
Dining

​Respire to Aspire

Passion for coffee matched by a passion for the planet. Respire a unique eco-friendly addition to Riyadh’s coffee scene, a solar-powered lounge at Al Rabi district where you’ll find great quality coffee alongside a simplified menu of pastries, and light snacks, a minimalistic yet trendy and welcoming atmosphere. The concept behind Respire’s green approach is […]

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​Respire to Aspire
Art

Ready, Set, Create!

Infusing a culture of innovation in communities. Recently rising in popularity, Makerspaces are inviting spaces that call artists, techies, and just plain enthusiasts to gather to co-create, share resources and knowledge, work on projects, and develop skills and creativity. Bringing together a one-of-kind space and hub to facilitate and foster creativity, these are places where […]

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Ready, Set, Create!
Explore

Home Ground Holiday Retreat

It’s time to plan the ultimate stay cation. A few things have changed as we vacation in the new normal– expect contactless services, strict attention to social distancing and hygiene, flexible booking options. However, overall you’ll still be able to have a luxurious getaway within city limits. Seas, greenery, and wildlife; these listed staycation venues […]

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Home Ground  Holiday Retreat
Dining

Dessert Queen: Dareen Shaker

A passionate baker in Jeddah, Dareen Shaker has a special knack for effortlessly creating tantalizing favorites from quick-and-easy scrumptious recipes. She has been winning over hearts and tummies with her delicious baked goods. As a self-taught baker, Dareen is dedicated to providing well-tested recipes and sharing everything from video tutorials, helpful tips, and enticing food […]

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Dessert Queen: Dareen Shaker
Dining

The Nikkei Flair: Chef Eddie Castro

Chef Eddie is an experienced, skilled, and long-time promoter of Nikkei cuisine working at Kuuru, a Japanese-Peruvian culinary sensation that aims to introduce the cuisine in Jeddah. Eddie embarked on this culinary career more than 20 years ago and has adored his journey towards Nikkei cuisine ever since, traveling and working in many countries, including […]

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The Nikkei Flair: Chef Eddie Castro
News

Amazon Brings Saudi Customers the Best of Shopping and Entertainment

Earlier this week, Amazon announced the launch of Amazon Prime in Saudi Arabia providing the best retail experiences to customers. Featuring an unlimited one-day delivery membership program for about a million products, making the rapid delivery an everyday experience—rather than an occasional indulgence. With Prime, Amazon has introduced three top things in Saudi Arabia: first […]

By Zahra Anwer
Amazon Brings Saudi Customers the Best of Shopping and Entertainment
Dining

An All-day Cantonese Dining Experience at Yauatcha

Yauatcha (pronounced as: “yow-atcha.”) is the latest chic Chinese concept by the Hakkasan Group in partnership with Al Khozama Management company. Tucked inside the AlFaisaliah Mall – Mode, Yauatcha is a contemporary dim sum tea house that combines two great things; dim sums and cocktails. This place is seriously stunning and has a relaxed vibe […]

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An All-day Cantonese Dining Experience at Yauatcha
Community

The All-New BISR Campus At the DQ

The British International School (BISR) is ready to welcome students to their new campus in the heart of the Diplomatic Quarter (DQ) in Riyadh. We visited the new campus and the DQ Primary Leadership Team was kind enough to give us an in-person campus tour. If you follow us on Instagram, you must have already seen […]

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The All-New BISR Campus At the DQ
Local Designers

The All-New Persistently Patriotic Collection

A collaboration that is all about women supporting each other. On the occasion of the Saudi National Day, the Untitled Project store, an Eco-friendly clothing line based in Jeddah by Israa Allaf, teamed up with Marriam Mossalli of Under The Abaya and Nada Baeshen of The Huntress to model the patriotism for Saudi and what it […]

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The All-New Persistently Patriotic Collection
Beverage Corner

Detox Dreams Come True

Powerful immunity booster to add to your diet routine. Our friends at @greenswheatgrass, a trusted supplier of wheatgrass juice in Khobar, offered us to try out the nutritious wheatgrass juice that everybody’s raving about and we thought of giving it a try. For starters, wheatgrass packs a heap of nutrients and the health benefits of […]

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Detox Dreams Come True
Local Designers

Rina’s National Day Collection

To commemorate the 90th Saudi National day, Rina, the popular fashion brand of Saudi, has joined hands with students of Arts & Design College. Rina was established in 2008 as part of the Abdul Karim Saudi Company and has been a hot spot for its timelessness, modern, as well as unique designs that incorporate elements […]

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Rina’s National Day Collection
Community

Re-purposed for a Purpose

Empowering and creative charity work through re-style-cling! A perfect sync of sustainability and innovativeness, Hasanat takes old or worn-out clothing and transforms them into brand new pieces. Born with a belief that women should be empowered through creativity and innovation, Hasanat paves the way for women to be independent and earn a sustainable income while working […]

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Re-purposed for a Purpose
Reviews

Exploring the Brand New Huawei P40 Pro

Huawei P40, P40 Pro and Pro+ have cemented Huawei’s P Series as a photographer’s friend. The DKSA team put the Huawei P40 Pro to the test, and it did not disappoint. Huawei recently launched its P40 Series flagship smartphones, featuring cutting-edge designs with ground-breaking camera innovations that radically expand mobile photography and video capture possibilities.  During […]

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Exploring the Brand New Huawei P40 Pro
Dining

Eating Outside The Box

Get your DIY barbecue and burger kits from the city’s top food joints and bring the grill party home. These boxes enable you to create your own restaurant-style meal using the same ingredients that are used at the restaurant. Check out these recommendations and unleash the chef in you for some mega din dins! 1. […]

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Eating Outside The Box
Offbeat

The Good in the Bad

There’s nothing good about the current coronavirus situation, but there’s always a lesson and a blessing, in every situation. Let’s take a step back, and look at the bright side of things and find the perks of the sudden social distancing we have to practice. We spoke to yoga and pilates instructor, Ghalia Khaldi to […]

By Zahra Anwer
The Good in the Bad
Health Activities

Clean Home, Sweet Home

With frequent sandstorms in Saudi, there’s always a need to deep clean and sanitize your house on a frequent basis or at least every six month to prevent and alleviate allergy symptoms and diseases. Moreover, keeping our homes clean and disinfected has become more important than ever. Without further ado, here’s a quick run-through on […]

By Zahra Anwer
Clean Home, Sweet Home
Offbeat

Mother’s Day Activities – Homebound Version

With stricter social distancing measures, this Mother’s Day is probably going to be a very different one. For those of us fortunate enough to have our mothers around in the same house or city, here are some ideas to make her day: 1- Let her sleep in With all the family members at home, sleep […]

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Mother’s Day Activities – Homebound Version
Events & Happenings

Gifts for Mommy Dearest

Because she deserves to be spoiled! Just because you can’t take her out this season, doesn’t mean you can’t bring happiness to her by buying her a gift online. Here are some gift ideas to truly spoil her this year and showing her how much she means to you and the family. SPLURGE WITH JEWELRY […]

By Zahra Anwer
Gifts for Mommy Dearest
Events & Happenings

Gifts for Mommy Dearest

Because she deserves to be spoiled! Just because you can’t take her out this season, doesn’t mean you can’t bring happiness to her by buying her a gift online. Here are some gift ideas to truly spoil her this year and showing her how much she means to you and the family. SPLURGE WITH JEWELRY […]

By Zahra Anwer
Gifts for Mommy Dearest
Events & Happenings

Gifts for Mommy Dearest

Because she deserves to be spoiled! Just because you can’t take her out this season, doesn’t mean you can’t bring happiness to her by buying her a gift online. Here are some gift ideas to truly spoil her this year and showing her how much she means to you and the family. SPLURGE WITH JEWELRY […]

By Zahra Anwer
Gifts for Mommy Dearest
Offbeat

The Hunger Game of Hoarding

Let’s call it what it is: panic-buying at stores in Saudi. As the Saudi government announced precautionary steps to combat the spreading of coronavirus last week, schools and some offices have transitioned to working remotely. While this may sound fun to some, the entire situation has brought a wave of inevitable panic to hoard on […]

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The Hunger Game of Hoarding
Dining

Culinary Diversity: Asian Food

Take a bite out of Saudi’s diverse dining scene! As the Kingdom opens up to the world, let’s not forget that the world has already been part of the region’s culture for decades! We round up all the cuisines that have been part of Saudi and treasured by the locals. Asia Restaurant Say “sawadee” to […]

By Zahra Anwer
Culinary Diversity: Asian Food
Dining

Culinary Diversity: African Food

Take a bite out of Saudi’s diverse dining scene! As the Kingdom opens up to the world, let’s not forget that the world has already been part of the region’s culture for decades! We round up all the cuisines that have been part of Saudi and treasured by the locals. Family Restaurant The Family restaurant […]

By Zahra Anwer
Culinary Diversity: African Food
Art

Bridging The Outside Art World

Van Cleef & Arpels Maison celebrated the art of High Jewelry at the 7th edition of the most anticipated art exhibition in the Kingdom, 21,39 Jeddah Arts. Organized by the Saudi Art Council, the event commenced from 29 January in Jeddah this year’s event under the theme of “I Love You, Urgently” focused on the environmental concerns […]

By Zahra Anwer
Bridging The Outside Art World
Events & Happenings

Speed and Agility

The King Abdulaziz Falconry Festival. The second edition of the King Abdulaziz Falconry Festival (KAFF), an international festival organized by the Saudi Falcons Club (SFC) was held in December in Malham, north of Riyadh. The largest of its kind in the world, the competition has set a Guinness World Record during its first edition last […]

By Zahra Anwer
Speed and Agility
Arts & Music

New Activentures in KSA

On a hunt for new iconic entertainment zones to do around the Kingdom? Have a gander at our recommendations. 1. The Hot Air Balloon Journey Once again, the Winter at Tantora Festival in Al Ula will give you the chance to experience a wide range of diverse cultural events and activities including the hot air […]

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New Activentures in KSA
Art

Abstract Structural Modifications, Complexity, & Detail by Julia Ibbini

Pushing the boundaries of possibilities in terms of medium and choosing to experiment in paper with its beautiful, tactile, delicate qualities. In November 2019, Jordanian-British designer Julia Ibbini won the Award, winning a trip to L’ECOLE Van Cleef & Arpels, a school dedicated to sharing the culture and crafts knowledge behind the world of jewelry. […]

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Abstract Structural Modifications, Complexity, & Detail by Julia Ibbini
Local Designers

Duraibah

Contemporary Islamic design. A trendy contemporary Islamic design house, Duraibah features unique lifestyle products that express its customers’ unique Muslim identity. Duraibah got its name from one of the old doors of the Holy Mosque of Makkah that led to an ancient souq in Makkah. Today, as a contemporary Islamic design house that is born […]

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Duraibah
Business

5 Famous Self-Made Saudis

Stories of famous Self-Made Saudis with humble beginnings. Here are Saudi’s top legendary billionaires and business leaders Self made saudis in saudi arabia who successfully established their own enterprise through extraordinary grit and perseverance. Saleh Abdullah Kamel, Dallah AlBarakah Saleh Abdullah Kamel, born in Taif, had started building on his business idea fresh from college […]

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5 Famous Self-Made Saudis
Uncategorized

One Flip at A Time the Rise of Saudi Parkour

Parkour is an urban, acrobatic sport that involves running, leaping, vaulting, jumping and climbing. It’s not just a visually stunning activity, it is also a natural, training discipline using movement that is applied to every aspect of your movement through life. As this sport is becoming increasingly popular, more facilities are popping up around the […]

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One Flip at A Time the Rise of Saudi Parkour
Dining

Keep Warm & Toasty With These Comfort Foods

When the days get colder, all we want to do is wrap up warm and tuck into all that comfort food. We bring you the seasonal favorites in the Kingdom, from local home-cooked goodness to restaurant must-trys. Jareesh This traditional Middle Eastern dish, also a street-food favorite, is a thick porridge made with wheat, rice, […]

By Zahra Anwer
Keep Warm & Toasty With These Comfort Foods
Art

Local Artventures Abroad

DESTINATION  X ATHR GALLERY Discovering Saudi artists while traveling around the world. The Saudi artists have always held a mesmeric power in their ability to shine a spotlight all over the globe. In a world where indulging in our passion has become second nature, Jeddah’s Athr Gallery has played a significant role in building the […]

By Zahra Anwer
Local Artventures Abroad
Dining

Brighten up Your Day!

Intrigued by the crisp aesthetic and lush greenery behind the glass windows, we decided to try Black Cardamom’s new vegan plates. Serving up a variety of unique blends, well mastered pancake assortments, and garden-fresh salads, this is the health-conscious person’s dream come true. Their breakfast menu is also divine – we recommend their pancakes, any […]

By Zahra Anwer
Brighten up Your Day!
Dining

Real Power Boost

Want to grab a quick coffee before work or hang out with friends after work? Do both at All in 7 Cafe. Whether you’re in the mood for iced or hot coffee, try their specialty, the N7 latte. For a splash of refreshment, have some of their fruity, colorful cocktails like the Universo Cocktail and […]

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Real Power Boost
Dining

Savor Mealtime Moments

Sandwiches followed up by soft-serve ice cream, because who’s counting calories? This brand new cafe, Auburn, is a must-visit when you’re in Sharqiya. You would enjoy eating the entire selections on the menu, but we recommend trying the Philly cheese steak and chicken pesto sandwiches, or their hot dog. To end your delicious experience, try […]

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Savor Mealtime Moments
Uncategorized

All-day Food Hub

One for the Instagrammers and novelty-seekers, Sors is a vibrant contemporary concept inspired by food markets, serving irresistible treats. From sweet to savory, it features four different food counters under one roof. A neighborhood café serving coffee, sweet and savory baked goodies, a chef-led concept that offers dine-in, grab-and-go poke bowls and artisanal sandwiches, Sors […]

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All-day Food Hub
Dining

Cravings Satisfied!

With a Breakfast at Tiffany’s vibe, Lute has recently opened in Dammam and it is a perfect spot to have that morning breakfast before heading to work, or the perfect brunch experience on weekends. If you have a sweet tooth, the lemon and saffron cakes will definitely satisfy your cravings. Let’s not forget their latest […]

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Cravings Satisfied!
Dining

Fresh Food Done Right

Zed offers a menu full of delicious seasonal ingredients. If you live on healthy food, this is the right place for you, and if you prefer to feast on some incredibly juicy burgers, then you have also found your spot here. The chicken and beef burgers are super scrumptious, along with the healthy salad choices. […]

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Fresh Food Done Right
Dining

Latin Social Hub

Listen up coffee addicts, Jeddah has recently witnessed the opening of a new coffee company called Kiaora, and it’s absolutely smashing. Freshly brewed coffee you can smell from a mile away is something that really excites us and that’s the first thing we appreciate about this place. Captivating interior, mouthwatering delights, and an overall warm […]

By Zahra Anwer
Latin Social Hub
Dining

High-Fives All Around

A modish self-styled purveyor of Lebanese and Turkish street food, Give Me Five offers cozy vibes, good service and, to seal the deal, terrific food. Visit them during breakfast hours to enjoy a wide variety of real Middle Eastern specialties, or graze from the all-day line-up of mezze, charcoal grills, and desserts, with some refreshing […]

By Zahra Anwer
High-Fives All Around
Dining

A Place to Connect

The least formal foodie offering at the enormous Fairmont Riyadh Hotel, Cafe Connect is a casual grab-and-go style spot has a simple menu of pizzas, baguettes, salads, poke bowl and pastries, plus some decent sandwiches and burgers for lush lunchtime meals. Despite its grand surroundings, it’s still very much a café with a warm and […]

By Zahra Anwer
A Place to Connect
Dining

Simply Irresistible

To enjoy a satisfying dining experience, come hungry! Try the many dishes that will take your taste buds on an exquisite dining journey. With a modern, industrial feel to the restaurant, Tamu serves tacos and quesadillas, burgers, pastas, and much more. Try their crispy, juicy chicken burger, or their filling potato cheese balls. For desserts, […]

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Simply Irresistible
Dining

Eat Better At Bateel

Café Bateel recently launched a gluten-free menu, with vegan editions to the café’s signature favorites. The menu is packed with delicious soups, pasta, salads, poke bowls, and main courses. There’s also a selection of homemade, gluten-free desserts, available at the confectionery counter. Location: Jeddah, Riyadh, and Sharqiya Web: bateel.com Instagram: bateelgourmet (eldiariony.com)

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Eat Better At Bateel
Dining

Specialty Coffee & Delights

Another coffee house that has recently opened in Jeddah, Black Potion has already established a loyal customer base. They have a wide variety of sizzling desserts presented fresh out of the oven, as well as high-end coffee beans roasted and brewed just for you. Must-try drinks, you ask? Their iced coffees for sure. Location: Al […]

By Zahra Anwer
Specialty Coffee & Delights