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Green cardamom pods in a small bowl
Food & Drink

Cardamom in Gulf Cooking: A Guide to the Fragrant Spice

Discover how green cardamom brings warmth to Arabic coffee, spiced rice and traditional sweets across the Gulf.

Traditional Arabic coffee pot and cups with dates on a tray
Travel

Gahwa and Dates: A Simple Guide to Gulf Hospitality

Learn the etiquette of serving and drinking Arabic coffee, a central ritual of welcome across the Arabian Peninsula.

Traditional Arabic coffee pot and small cups with dates
Culture

Gahwa: A Guide to the Gulf's Arabic Coffee Ritual

From the distinctive dallah pot to the tiny handleless cups, Arabic coffee is central to Gulf hospitality. Here is what to expect and how to take part respectfully.

Traditional Arabic coffee pot with small cups and dates on a tray
Lifestyle

The Art of Arabic Coffee in the Gulf: A Guide to Qahwa and Its Rituals

Arabic coffee, or qahwa, is far more than a drink in the Gulf – it is a symbol of hospitality, tradition and connection. Learn how it is made, served and enjoyed, and how you can take part in this timeless ritual.

Bowl of assorted dates next to traditional Arabic coffee pot and cups
Lifestyle

How to Choose and Serve Dates the Gulf Way: A Practical Guide

Dates are a cornerstone of Gulf hospitality and everyday life. Learn about popular varieties, how to select the best ones, and the traditional ways to serve and enjoy them.

Glass jar of golden honey with a wooden honey dipper on a rustic table
Food & Drink

A Guide to Gulf Honey: Sidr, Sumr and Sweet Traditions

From dark sidr honey drizzled over fresh bread to a spoonful stirred into Arabic coffee, honey is woven into Gulf food culture. Discover the main varieties and how locals enjoy them.

Arabic coffee pot with small cups and a plate of dates on a tray
Lifestyle

A Practical Guide to Hosting Guests Gulf-Style at Home

Hospitality sits at the heart of Gulf life. Here is how to welcome guests with warmth, from the coffee ritual to the dates on the tray, and what to expect when you are the visitor.

A traditional Gulf majlis with floor cushions, a coffee pot and a plate of dates
Culture

Majlis Culture: How the Gulf's Gathering Tradition Works

The majlis is more than a sitting room. It is where families host, neighbours talk and guests are welcomed, and a few simple customs help visitors feel at ease.

A brass Arabic coffee pot beside small cups of pale coffee and a bowl of dates on a low table
Food & Drink

How to Drink Arabic Coffee: A Friendly Guide to Gahwa Etiquette in the Gulf

Small cups, cardamom and a quiet set of customs: here is what to expect when you are offered gahwa in the Gulf, and how to accept it gracefully.