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Traditional Arabic coffee pot (dallah) on a tray with cups
Culture

The Dallah: A Guide to the Gulf's Iconic Coffee Pot

Discover the history, design and cultural role of the dallah, the traditional Arabic coffee pot that symbolises hospitality across the Gulf.
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.
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.