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CairoScene
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- CairoScene
Saudi Arabia to Spotlight Culinary Heritage at Taste of Paris 2025
At Taste of Paris 2025, Saudi Arabia will bring its cuisine and culture to life with interactive food stations, modern twists on classic recipes, and a pavilion inspired by the Kingdom's traditions. Saudi Arabia is set to participate in Taste of Paris 2025, one of the world's leading food festivals, which will be held at the Grand Palais Éphémère from May 8th to the 11th. Organised by the Culinary Arts Commission, the Kingdom's involvement places Saudi cuisine at the forefront of a global culinary platform. Presented under the theme 'Taste of Saudi Culture', the Kingdom's pavilion will offer visitors a multi-sensory journey shaped by food, architecture, and local customs. Three distinct environments will reflect Saudi Arabia's diverse geography and traditions: the central desert's architectural forms, palm-filled oases, and the Saudi majlis — a traditional gathering space recognised by UNESCO as intangible cultural heritage since 2015. At the centre of the pavilion, interactive stations will bring Saudi flavours to life. Live cooking demonstrations, tastings, and food-focused games will allow visitors to engage directly with the country's culinary traditions. The date, a central ingredient in Saudi cuisine, will be featured prominently, with chefs offering inventive versions of familiar dishes. These include lamb glazed with date molasses, Jareesh with a modern twist, Balilah, and date-based desserts such as ice cream and kunafa, alongside classic French pastries reimagined with Saudi influences. Beyond showcasing food, Saudi Arabia's participation reflects a wider strategy to promote its cultural industries through Vision 2030.
Gulf Insider
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Gulf Insider
Saudi Arabia To Showcase Culinary Heritage At Taste Of Paris 2025
Saudi Arabia, through its Culinary Arts Commission, will participate in the prestigious Taste of Paris event from May 8 to 11, 2025, presenting a dedicated pavilion titled 'Taste of Saudi Culture' to highlight the Kingdom's rich and diverse gastronomic heritage. As one of 11 sector-specific bodies under the Ministry of Culture, the Culinary Arts Commission will feature live cooking stations and tastings alongside three immersive heritage-inspired spaces. Each room draws from distinct elements of Saudi tradition: the desert and central region architecture; the serenity of oases and vibrancy of traditional markets; and the warmth of the Saudi majlis, recognized by UNESCO since 2015 as intangible cultural heritage. The interactive experience will include sensory games, tastings, and gustatory illusions designed to engage visitors and deepen their appreciation for Saudi cuisine. Dates, a key symbol of Saudi culinary culture, will be the central ingredient across the pavilion's offerings. Dishes include a modern twist on Jareesh, lamb with date molasses, Balilah, date-infused ice cream, ricotta and date kunafah, and French desserts reimagined with Saudi flavors. Visitors will also explore curated pairings of Saudi date varieties with cheeses and sample Saudi coffee in both traditional and innovative forms.
Saudi Gazette
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Saudi Gazette
Saudi Arabia to showcase culinary heritage at Taste of Paris 2025
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Saudi Arabia, through its Culinary Arts Commission, will participate in the prestigious Taste of Paris event from May 8 to 11, 2025, presenting a dedicated pavilion titled 'Taste of Saudi Culture' to highlight the Kingdom's rich and diverse gastronomic heritage. As one of 11 sector-specific bodies under the Ministry of Culture, the Culinary Arts Commission will feature live cooking stations and tastings alongside three immersive heritage-inspired spaces. Each room draws from distinct elements of Saudi tradition: the desert and central region architecture; the serenity of oases and vibrancy of traditional markets; and the warmth of the Saudi majlis, recognized by UNESCO since 2015 as intangible cultural heritage. The interactive experience will include sensory games, tastings, and gustatory illusions designed to engage visitors and deepen their appreciation for Saudi cuisine. Dates, a key symbol of Saudi culinary culture, will be the central ingredient across the pavilion's offerings. Dishes include a modern twist on Jareesh, lamb with date molasses, Balilah, date-infused ice cream, ricotta and date kunafah, and French desserts reimagined with Saudi flavors. Visitors will also explore curated pairings of Saudi date varieties with cheeses and sample Saudi coffee in both traditional and innovative forms.
