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Arab News
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Arab News
‘Mango Mania' sweeps LuLu, with 119 varieties on offer
LuLu Hypermarkets across the Kingdom are hosting Mango Mania Festival — the biggest festival of its kind in Saudi Arabia celebrating the popular summer fruit. The festival, officially launched by Consul General of India in Jeddah Fahad Ahmed Khan Suri, will run until May 10, offering a flavorful journey across borders with over 119 global varieties of mangoes sourced from more than 12 countries. Leading the event are Saudi Arabia and India, contributing an impressive 24 and 60 mango varieties, respectively. Other participating countries adding their tropical treasures to the mix include Vietnam, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Yemen, Uganda, Kenya, Colombia, and Peru. 'This is more than just a fruit festival — it's a cultural showcase,' said Suri. 'India's deep-rooted connection with the mango is well-known, and it's wonderful to see LuLu bringing that legacy to Saudi Arabia, along with a global flavor palette. Mango Mania offers a delicious experience that bridges taste and tradition,' he added. The festival highlights mangoes in every imaginable form — from fresh harvests to curated culinary experiences. Shoppers can expect an exciting lineup in the Hot Food and Cold Food counters, featuring innovative dishes such as mango chicken curry, mango fish curry, honey mango stuffed chicken breasts, and classic favorites like aamras (mango puree) with puri (deep-fried bread), mango pickles, and vegan mango smoothies with flaxseed. The dessert section is a tropical dream, showcasing mango pudding, mango cheesecake, mango mousse, mango pastries, offering something sweet for every palate. Shehim Mohammed, director of LuLu Hypermarkets Saudi Arabia, said: 'We're thrilled to bring back Mango Mania, one of our most loved seasonal fests. It's not just about showcasing variety — it's about celebrating the health, flavor, and joy this fruit brings. We're also proud to shine a spotlight on Saudi-grown mangoes, reinforcing our commitment to supporting local agriculture.'
Saudi Gazette
13-02-2025
- Business
- Saudi Gazette
Lulu brings world-class shopping experience to holy city of Madinah
Lulu Retail, the leading hypermarket chain in the Middle East, is set to expand its presence in Saudi Arabia with the grand opening of its latest express store in Madinah. This strategic expansion aligns with Lulu's commitment to providing world-class shopping experiences to residents and visitors while supporting the Kingdom's Vision 2030 initiative for economic growth and job creation. Mazen bin Ibrahim Rajab, Chairman of the Madinah Chamber of Commerce, officially inaugurated the new Lulu express store in the presence of Fahad Ahmed khan Suri, Consul General of India in Jeddah, Yusuffali M.A., Chairman of Lulu Group, along with other distinguished dignitaries. The new Lulu store, developed in partnership with Al Manakha Urban Project Development Company, spans a retail space of 23,000 square feet. The store is designed to offer a seamless and modern shopping experience, catering to the diverse needs of customers with a well-curated selection of daily need essentials, fresh food, and departmental offerings like at Lulu's Jabal Omar store in Makkah. Officials from Jabal Omar Development Company and Al Manakha Urban Project Development Company expressed their confidence in Lulu store's role in enhancing the success of these prestigious shopping mall projects. As a leading retail entity in the region, Lulu continues to redefine the shopping experience by bringing quality, variety, and affordability under one roof. On this occasion, Yusuffali M.A., Chairman of Lulu, expressed his profound joy in expanding Lulu's footprint in the Holy Cities. 'To contribute to the development of amenities in Makkah and Madinah has been a long-cherished dream of mine. I extend my heartfelt gratitude to Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, and the Saudi Arabian government for their unwavering support. The Lulu remains committed to delivering a world-class retail experience while generating employment opportunities for Saudi citizens.' Lulu is planning significant expansion across Saudi Arabia, with three additional major projects already in the pipeline for Madinah'' he added. During the inauguration ceremony, Fahad Ahmed Khan Suri, the Consul General of India in Jeddah, emphasized that the opening of the new Lulu store will mark a pivotal role in advancing the regional development of Saudi Arabia. He also praised Lulu's efforts in extending its services to pilgrims, calling them highly commendable . The new store in Madinah will feature a well-designed layout inspired by the city's cultural and architectural essence. Customers will enjoy a spacious and easily navigable shopping environment, ensuring convenience and comfort. The store include: A fully stocked express store offering fresh produce, grocery essentials, and international products. A special focus on Saudi-grown products , including premium-quality Madinah dates . Dedicated fresh food sections providing high-quality fruits, vegetables, meat, and seafood. Select departmental items, reflecting the range available at Lulu's Jabal Omar store in Makkah. The store will be open daily from 6:00 AM to 12:00 Midnight, providing extended shopping hours to accommodate the needs of both residents and visitors. With this latest expansion, Lulu Retail reaffirms its commitment to providing a world-class shopping experience while contributing to the Kingdom's economic development. The new Madinah store stands as a testament to Lulu's dedication to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction. Also present on the occasion were Shehim Mohammed, Director of Lulu Saudi; Rafeeq Yarathingal, Business Development Director of Lulu; Noushad M.A., Regional Director of Lulu Jeddah; and other distinguished guests. Founded in 1974, Lulu Retail is the largest pan-GCC full-line retailer by selling space, sales, and number of stores, with a 50-year legacy as a homegrown brand. Lulu operates more than 250 hypermarkets, express, and mini-market stores across the six GCC countries, spanning over 1.3 million sq. m of total retail space. It also maintains a growing e-commerce presence through its app, webstore, and partner channels. To serve more than 600,000 shoppers from 130 nationalities every day, it sources products from 85 countries, supported by an on-the-ground sourcing presence in 19 countries. The organization, which has a strong brand recognition and trust among consumers in the GCC, continues to drive the growth of its existing stores, expands its store network, and elevates loyalty across its customer base.
Saudi Gazette
13-02-2025
- Business
- Saudi Gazette
Lulu brings world-class shopping experience to holy city Madinah
Lulu Retail, the leading hypermarket chain in the Middle East, is set to expand its presence in Saudi Arabia with the grand opening of its latest express store in Madinah. This strategic expansion aligns with Lulu's commitment to providing world-class shopping experiences to residents and visitors while supporting the Kingdom's Vision 2030 initiative for economic growth and job creation. Mazen bin Ibrahim Rajab, Chairman of the Madinah Chamber of Commerce, officially inaugurated the new Lulu express store in the presence of Fahad Ahmed khan Suri, Consul General of India in Jeddah, Yusuffali M.A., Chairman of Lulu Group, along with other distinguished dignitaries. The new Lulu store, developed in partnership with Al Manakha Urban Project Development Company, spans a retail space of 23,000 square feet. The store is designed to offer a seamless and modern shopping experience, catering to the diverse needs of customers with a well-curated selection of daily need essentials, fresh food, and departmental offerings like at Lulu's Jabal Omar store in Makkah. Officials from Jabal Omar Development Company and Al Manakha Urban Project Development Company expressed their confidence in Lulu store's role in enhancing the success of these prestigious shopping mall projects. As a leading retail entity in the region, Lulu continues to redefine the shopping experience by bringing quality, variety, and affordability under one roof. On this occasion, Yusuffali M.A., Chairman of Lulu, expressed his profound joy in expanding Lulu's footprint in the Holy Cities. 'To contribute to the development of amenities in Makkah and Madinah has been a long-cherished dream of mine. I extend my heartfelt gratitude to Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, and the Saudi Arabian government for their unwavering support. The Lulu remains committed to delivering a world-class retail experience while generating employment opportunities for Saudi citizens.' Lulu is planning significant expansion across Saudi Arabia, with three additional major projects already in the pipeline for Madinah'' he added. During the inauguration ceremony, Fahad Ahmed Khan Suri, the Consul General of India in Jeddah, emphasized that the opening of the new Lulu store will mark a pivotal role in advancing the regional development of Saudi Arabia. He also praised Lulu's efforts in extending its services to pilgrims, calling them highly commendable . The new store in Madinah will feature a well-designed layout inspired by the city's cultural and architectural essence. Customers will enjoy a spacious and easily navigable shopping environment, ensuring convenience and comfort. The store include: A fully stocked express store offering fresh produce, grocery essentials, and international products. A special focus on Saudi-grown products , including premium-quality Madinah dates . Dedicated fresh food sections providing high-quality fruits, vegetables, meat, and seafood. Select departmental items, reflecting the range available at Lulu's Jabal Omar store in Makkah. The store will be open daily from 6:00 AM to 12:00 Midnight, providing extended shopping hours to accommodate the needs of both residents and visitors. With this latest expansion, Lulu Retail reaffirms its commitment to providing a world-class shopping experience while contributing to the Kingdom's economic development. The new Madinah store stands as a testament to Lulu's dedication to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction. Also present on the occasion were Shehim Mohammed, Director of Lulu Saudi; Rafeeq Yarathingal, Business Development Director of Lulu; Noushad M.A., Regional Director of Lulu Jeddah; and other distinguished guests. Founded in 1974, Lulu Retail is the largest pan-GCC full-line retailer by selling space, sales, and number of stores, with a 50-year legacy as a homegrown brand. Lulu operates more than 250 hypermarkets, express, and mini-market stores across the six GCC countries, spanning over 1.3 million sq. m of total retail space. It also maintains a growing e-commerce presence through its app, webstore, and partner channels. To serve more than 600,000 shoppers from 130 nationalities every day, it sources products from 85 countries, supported by an on-the-ground sourcing presence in 19 countries. The organization, which has a strong brand recognition and trust among consumers in the GCC, continues to drive the growth of its existing stores, expands its store network, and elevates loyalty across its customer base.
Arab News
13-02-2025
- Business
- Arab News
Lulu brings world-class shopping to holy city of Madinah
Lulu Retail, a leading hypermarket chain in the Middle East, has expanded its presence in Saudi Arabia with the opening of its latest express store in Madinah. This expansion aligns with Lulu's commitment to providing world-class shopping experiences to residents and visitors while supporting the Kingdom's Vision 2030 initiative for economic growth and job creation. Mazen bin Ibrahim Rajab, chairman of the Madinah Chamber of Commerce, inaugurated the new Lulu express store in the presence of Fahad Ahmed Khan Suri, consul general of India in Jeddah, Yusuffali M.A., chairman of Lulu Group, along with other dignitaries. The new Lulu store, developed in partnership with Al Manakha Urban Project Development Company, spans a retail space of 23,000 square feet. The store is designed to offer a modern shopping experience, catering to the diverse needs of customers with a well-curated selection of daily need essentials, fresh food, and departmental offerings similar to Lulu's Jabal Omar store in Makkah. Officials from Jabal Omar Development Company and Al Manakha Urban Project Development Company expressed their confidence in Lulu store's role in enhancing the success of these prestigious shopping mall projects. As a leading retail entity in the region, Lulu continues to redefine the shopping experience by bringing quality, variety, and affordability under one roof. On this occasion, Yusuffali expressed his profound joy in expanding Lulu's footprint in the holy cities. 'To contribute to the development of amenities in Makkah and Madinah has been a long-cherished dream of mine. I extend my heartfelt gratitude to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, and the Saudi Arabian government for their unwavering support. The Lulu remains committed to delivering a world-class retail experience while generating employment opportunities for Saudi citizens,' he said. Lulu is planning significant expansion across Saudi Arabia, with three additional major projects already in the pipeline for Madinah, he added. Suri said that the opening of the new Lulu store will mark a pivotal role in advancing the regional development of Saudi Arabia. He also praised Lulu's efforts in extending its services to pilgrims, calling them highly commendable. The store will feature a well-designed layout inspired by the city's cultural and architectural essence. Customers will enjoy a spacious and easily navigable shopping environment, ensuring convenience and comfort. The store includes a fully stocked express store offering fresh produce, grocery essentials, and international products; a special focus on Saudi-grown products, including premium-quality Madinah dates; dedicated fresh food sections providing high-quality fruits, vegetables, meat, and seafood; select departmental items, reflecting the range available at Lulu's Jabal Omar store in Makkah. The store will be open daily from 6 a.m. to midnight, providing extended shopping hours to accommodate the needs of both residents and visitors. Also present on the occasion were Shehim Mohammed, director of Lulu Saudi; Rafeeq Yarathingal, business development director of Lulu; Noushad M.A., regional director of Lulu Jeddah; and other guests.
Leaders
04-02-2025
- Business
- Leaders
Saudi Coffee Makes History with First Export to Europe
Tawuniya Al-Bon proudly exported its first premium, authentic Saudi-grown coffee shipment to Belgium, Eastern Europe this morning. This breakthrough shipment originates from the rich farms of Al-Dayer in Jazan, showcasing the Kingdom's commitment to sharing its agricultural treasures with the world. The development marks a significant step in positioning Saudi coffee in global markets, reflecting the country's thriving agricultural sector. A Milestone Event: The Saudi Int'l Coffee Exhibition 2025 This landmark export coincides with the Saudi International Coffee Exhibition 2025, which highlights the Kingdom's dedication to enhancing its agricultural exports. The strategic efforts align with Vision 2030, aiming to diversify the economy by promoting specialty coffee. This event serves not only as an exhibition but also as a platform for engaging international stakeholders. Salman Al-Maliki, Chairman of Tawuniya Al-Bon, described the export as a culmination of extensive efforts by the Saudi government. Their initiatives have significantly supported coffee cultivation and elevated quality to meet international standards. Al-Maliki expressed gratitude for the leadership's continuous backing, which empowers coffee farmers in Jazan. Such unwavering support has driven this unprecedented achievement forward. A New Era: Expanding Global Reach Al-Maliki confirmed plans to expand exports to Asia and North America, leveraging partnerships from the Saudi Coffee Exhibition 2025. The Saudi Coffee Company will open Jazan's first dedicated coffee production plant in Q2 2025, enhancing export capacity. With 1.2 million coffee trees slated for planting by 2026, the Kingdom aims to transform its coffee sector into a cultural and economic powerhouse. He emphasized the region's exceptional quality, showcasing the unique flavor profile of coffee grown in the Jazan Mountains. This distinctive variety has drawn increasing international interest and enthusiasm. A Bright Future for Saudi Coffee Jazan's mountainous terrain nurtures the prized Khawlani bean, renowned for its unique flavor and aromatic profile, which has attracted global buyers. Over 2,500 farms in the region now cultivate these beans, supported by the Ministry of Environment's Sustainable Agricultural Rural Development Program. A SR72 million ($19.2 million) 'coffee city' project in Baljurashi will further advance processing technologies and large-scale cultivation. The successful export marks a transformative milestone for the Saudi coffee industry. With ongoing government support and high-quality production, the future looks promising. As Tawuniya Al-Bon continues to lead this initiative, Saudi coffee is poised to capture the hearts of coffee lovers worldwide. Ultimately, this effort will significantly contribute to diversifying the Kingdom's economy and promoting its agricultural heritage. Short link : Post Views: 24
