In a unique experience with a warm family atmosphere, my siblings, daughters, and I will warmly welcome you into our home. You'll get to immerse yourself in an authentic Saudi setting, blended with over 40 years of life experiences. My home is a reflection of the cultures and experiences I've lived through in various countries, with each corner holding a memory from somewhere. Visitors will find themselves in an entirely new space, where Dina will take you on both a global and local journey in one evening, filled with delightful stories and engaging conversations.

Upon your arrival, the traditional Saudi welcome will begin, with Dina greeting you with oud and incense, followed by offering traditional Saudi attire. For the ladies, full Saudi outfits with accessories will be provided, while the men will enjoy wearing the mishlah and ghutra. We will then move to a coffee and dates session, where Dina will introduce you to different types of dates and their health benefits, offering you the finest varieties. During this time, I’ll surprise you with Saudi coffee served in biscuit cups filled with chocolate, creating a fun and interactive atmosphere for photos and engagement.

Then, we will move on to enjoy a simple Hijazi dinner together, featuring traditional Saudi dishes known as the "Hijazi Ta’teema."

During dinner, we will share the dishes with one another, fostering a familial atmosphere that enriches the experience. I’ll also share stories about the history and origins of these dishes, comparing them with how they are enjoyed in the guests' countries. After dinner, the session will transition to tea and dessert, where Dina will talk about Saudi Arabia and clarify any misconceptions visitors might have.

You will also have the opportunity to stuff dates yourself using special tools, filling them with almonds, and you can take them home as a souvenir.

To wrap up the experience, each guest will write their name in both Arabic and English on a wooden coaster decorated with local artwork, as a memorable keepsake from your Saudi visit and our home.

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Host Instructions

If you choose the cooking service with the host, you will enjoy preparing the following dishes together: Hijazi Saliq with Chicken (Rice cooked with chicken broth, milk, butter, and spices) Hijazi Basbousa (Semolina, milk, sugar, butter, and syrup) Daqoos Salad (Tomatoes, chili peppers, garlic, and lemon) Green Salad (Cucumber, lettuce, tomatoes, and onions)

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Vegetable Murtabak: Thin dough filled with a mixture of vegetables like onions, tomatoes, and parsley with spices.

• Classic Cheese Murtabak: Thin dough filled with white or cheddar cheese, herbs, and spices.
• Sweet Kashta Murtabak: Thin dough filled with a mixture of honey, clotted cream, sugar, and sweet spices.
• Masoub: A mash of banana, bread, ghee, honey, and a sprinkle of nuts.
• Meat Mantu: Steamed dough stuffed with minced meat, onions, and spices.
• Meat Yaghmoush: Baked dough stuffed with minced meat, onions, and spices.
• Fava Beans with Olive Oil: Fava beans cooked with olive oil, lemon, and spices.
• Cheese Samosa: Fried dough filled with a mixture of cheese and spices.
• Baked Eggplant: Eggplant stuffed with minced meat, onions, and spices, baked to perfection.
• Mulawah Bread: A traditional Yemeni flatbread made from flour, water, and oil, baked on a griddle.

We will also serve freshly squeezed juices, including:

• Pomegranate juice
• Avocado juice
• Mixed fruit juice

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Host Instructions

If you choose the cooking service with the host, you will enjoy preparing the following dishes together: Hijazi Saliq with Chicken (Rice cooked with chicken broth, milk, butter, and spices) Hijazi Basbousa (Semolina, milk, sugar, butter, and syrup) Daqoos Salad (Tomatoes, chili peppers, garlic, and lemon) Green Salad (Cucumber, lettuce, tomatoes, and onions)

See the menu

Vegetable Murtabak: Thin dough filled with a mixture of vegetables like onions, tomatoes, and parsley with spices.

• Classic Cheese Murtabak: Thin dough filled with white or cheddar cheese, herbs, and spices.
• Sweet Kashta Murtabak: Thin dough filled with a mixture of honey, clotted cream, sugar, and sweet spices.
• Masoub: A mash of banana, bread, ghee, honey, and a sprinkle of nuts.
• Meat Mantu: Steamed dough stuffed with minced meat, onions, and spices.
• Meat Yaghmoush: Baked dough stuffed with minced meat, onions, and spices.
• Fava Beans with Olive Oil: Fava beans cooked with olive oil, lemon, and spices.
• Cheese Samosa: Fried dough filled with a mixture of cheese and spices.
• Baked Eggplant: Eggplant stuffed with minced meat, onions, and spices, baked to perfection.
• Mulawah Bread: A traditional Yemeni flatbread made from flour, water, and oil, baked on a griddle.

We will also serve freshly squeezed juices, including:

• Pomegranate juice
• Avocado juice
• Mixed fruit juice