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Leaders
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Leaders
Saudi Coffee Celebrates Tradition at Esports World Cup 2025
At the heart of the Street Food Festival—held alongside the Esports World Cup 2025 in Boulevard City, Riyadh—Saudi coffee took center stage, offering visitors a warm welcome rooted in centuries-old hospitality traditions. Saudi coffee stations quickly became a crowd favorite, attracting attendees from around the world. Guests were treated to a variety of regional blends, each served with dates—an essential symbol of Saudi generosity. These immersive stations also featured educational segments on the coffee's unique ingredients, traditional brewing methods, and the cultural significance of its preparation and presentation. Live demonstrations by hospitality experts captivated visitors, offering deeper insight into the social customs and values expressed through Saudi coffee culture. The experience not only delighted the senses but also offered a meaningful glimpse into the Kingdom's rich heritage. This initiative reflects the Culinary Arts Commission's ongoing mission to showcase authentic aspects of Saudi culture at global events. By sharing this distinctive coffee tradition in a dynamic, engaging environment, the Kingdom continues to celebrate and promote its national identity on the world stage. Related Topics: Saudi Coffee Festival in Rijal Almaa Captures Several Visitors Al-Kharj Festival of Saudi Dates and Coffee Reaches $2.6 mln in Sales Saudi Coffee Company Launches New Competition in Southern Region Short link : Post Views: 9 Related Stories
Leaders
28-04-2025
- Business
- Leaders
King Abdulaziz Public Library Publishes "Saudi Coffee" Book
King Abdulaziz Public Library has published 'Saudi Coffee,' a new book by Saeed Al-Wayel and Ahmed Al-Baqshi, exploring the coffee's deep-rooted history, according to the Saudi Press Agency. Through eight chapters, 254 pages, and vibrant photos, the book highlights the discovery and cultivation of coffee throughout the Kingdom. The book also discusses the strong connections between Coffee and Saudi culture, along with its historical texts, trade routes, and markets. Importantly, the authors noted the growing investment in Saudi coffee industry and the pivotal efforts of national companies and local farmers to elevate its cultivation and increase its contributions to the local economy. Saudi Coffee The authors also inserted a large collection of old and modern photos of coffee, its tools, and its place in the Saudi home. To amuse readers, the book delves into the etiquette of drinking and serving coffee to guests and how this distinctive product has become a symbol of generosity, Saudi culture, as well as authentic heritage. Saudi Coffee The Kingdom has a long history of coffee consumption due to the Saudi culture that considers coffee as an expression of hospitality and welcome. In 2021, the Saudi Ministry of Culture designated 2022 as 'The Year of Saudi Coffee,' celebrating an integral part of the Kingdom's social traditions. The Saudi authorities have recently given special support to coffee bean farms in Jazan to foster coffee production and support local farmers. Related Topics: Saudi Coffee Festival in Rijal Almaa Captures Several Visitors Al-Kharj Festival of Saudi Dates and Coffee Reaches $2.6 mln in Sales Saudi Coffee Company Launches New Competition in Southern Region Short link : Post Views: 1
Leaders
25-02-2025
- Business
- Leaders
Saudi Coffee Festival in Rijal Almaa Captures Several Visitors
The second Saudi Coffee Festival in Rijal Almaa governorate has played a pivotal role in strengthening the Asir's region status as a major tourism and economic hub in the Kingdom, according to the Saudi Press Agency. Held under the auspicious of Prince Turki bin Talal bin Abdulaziz, governor of the Asir region and chairman of the Asir Development Authority, the four-day event captured the attention of several visitors. Saudi Coffee Festival in Rijal Almaa The four-day event witnessed a great sale of 5,945 kg of coffee and more than SR380,000 ($101,300) in revenue. Crucially, the festival offered an exclusive opportunity for over 30 farmers to showcase their coffee products, expand business opportunities, and reach global markets. Saudi Coffee Festival in Rijal Almaa Moreover, the event highlighted the participation of 38 exhibitors, including cottage industry families and artisans who showed exceptional talents in combining traditional farming techniques with modern agricultural technology. Commenting on the festival, the CEO of the Rijal Almaa Coffee Cooperative Association, Ali Sayyad, described the platform as a valuable and vital platform for marketing local products, specifically Saudi coffee. Saudi Coffee Festival in Rijal Almaa Sayyad also noted that growing interest in coffee cultivation has promoted income levels and raised awareness of preserving this agricultural heritage. In recent years, residents have redeveloped several old farms through the use of modern cultivation techniques. Related Topics: Saudi Coffee Makes History with First Export to Europe Children Explore Coffee Culture, Heritage at Saudi International Exhibition Al-Kharj Festival of Saudi Dates and Coffee Reaches $2.6 mln in Sales Short link : Post Views: 43
Asharq Al-Awsat
20-02-2025
- Business
- Asharq Al-Awsat
Second Saudi Coffee Festival to Kick off in Rijal Almaa
Under the patronage of Aseer Region Governor and Chairman of the Aseer Development Authority Prince Turki bin Talal bin Abdulaziz, the second edition of the Saudi Coffee Festival will kick on Friday in Rijal Almaa. More than 30 farmers will participate in the festival, showcasing their Saudi coffee products, which have seen significant growth over the past year. The event will also feature artisans, relevant charitable associations, and local families working in the cottage industry, making the festival a key meeting point for farmers and coffee enthusiasts in Aseer. Rijal Almaa CO-OP Association of Coffee CEO Ali Sayyad stressed that the festival serves as a vital platform for marketing local products, particularly Saudi coffee, a primary income source for many in the governorate, according to SPA. He highlighted that interest in coffee cultivation has contributed to improving income levels and raising awareness of the importance of preserving this agricultural heritage. Coffee farming in Rijal Almaa is a long-standing tradition passed down through generations, with some coffee trees in the governorate exceeding 200 years of age. Sayyad noted that the previous festival attracted more than 20,000 visitors, further boosting interest in coffee cultivation.
