reflecting the essence of hospitality
in Saudi Arabian architecture.
guests and visitors. The Dallah (Cezve Coffee)
has a rich cultural significance.
Restaurant Guide
Restaurants
Explore our top picks for a taste of Saudi hospitality at its finest.
Meet Amakel’s Chefs
Rakan Al-Oraifi
“Best Saudi Chef” at the 2018 Saudi Excellence
Graduated from the prestigious Le Cordon Bleu culinary school in Paris, is a judge on the reality cooking show “Chopped.”
Mona Mosly
Joined forces with VOX Cinemas in Riyadh
The self-taught chef focuses on Saudi cuisine. She wants to show the world that there is more to Saudi food than just kabsa, chicken and rice.
Hatoon Al-Toukhi
One of the best authentic Italian food chefs
The chef is being touted as one of the best authentic Italian food chefs on social media. She conducts Italian cooking workshops.
Recipes & Stories
If you ever get curious to know how the name of a Saudi dish was inspired, what’s its story, and how it’s made, this is the section you’re looking for!
Motabbaq /mutʌbbʌg/
Literal meaning: Multi-layered. It is one of the most common dishes in Saudi Arabia, a pie stuffed with minced meat, leeks, and eggs. The mixture is spread on a rolled-out dough and fried on a wide iron griddle if it [...]
Fun Facts
Did you know that the Culinary Arts Commission has set Saleeg to be the main meal in the western area?
Saleeg is a white-rice dish, cooked with broth and milk.
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Najabat Restaurant
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Cook With Hatun
Najabat Restaurant
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Cook With Hatun
Najabat Restaurant
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