#gulf food
Bezar: A Guide to the Gulf's Aromatic Spice Blend
Bezar is a warm, earthy spice blend used across the UAE and Oman to flavour rice, meat and stews. Learn what goes into it and how to use it in your kitchen.
Shorbat Adas: A Guide to the Gulf's Comforting Lentil Soup
Warm, spiced and endlessly soothing, shorbat adas is a beloved lentil soup across the Gulf. Here's what makes the regional version special and how to enjoy it at home.
Sagoo: A Guide to the Gulf's Silky Sago Pudding
Learn about this comforting rose-scented dessert, its ingredients, and how it's typically served across the region.
Madfoon Explained: The Gulf's Slow-Cooked Underground Meat Feast
Discover madfoon, the traditional Gulf method of cooking meat in an underground oven. Learn how it's made, why it's so tender, and how to enjoy this festive dish.
A Guide to Camel Milk: The Gulf's Traditional White Gold
Camel milk has nourished people across the Arabian Peninsula for centuries. Here's what makes it special, how it tastes, and how to enjoy it today.
Mishkak: A Guide to Oman's Spiced Skewered Meat
Mishkak is Oman's much-loved street food and festive favourite: cubes of marinated meat, grilled over charcoal and served with flatbread and tangy sauces.
Samboosa: A Guide to the Gulf's Crispy Stuffed Pastries
A golden, triangular pastry with a savoury filling, samboosa is a beloved snack across the Gulf, especially during Ramadan and at family gatherings.
Muttabaq: A Guide to the Gulf's Stuffed Griddled Bread
Crisp on the outside, soft and savoury within, muttabaq is a beloved street food and home staple across the Gulf. Here's what it is, how it's made and how to enjoy it.
Aseeda: A Guide to the Gulf’s Comforting Wheat Porridge
Discover aseeda, a simple and soothing dish of flour, butter and honey or date syrup that has been a Gulf favourite for generations.
Jareesh: The Creamy Crushed Wheat Dish of Central Arabia
A comforting staple of Saudi home cooking, jareesh turns humble cracked wheat into a rich, savoury meal with chicken or lamb.
Saloona: A Guide to the Gulf's Comforting Tomato Stew
Saloona is a beloved one-pot stew found across the Gulf, made with tomatoes, meat or fish, and seasonal vegetables. Here's what makes it so special and how to enjoy it at home.
Mandi: A Guide to the Gulf's Smoky Rice Dish
Mandi is a beloved Gulf rice dish known for its tender meat and gentle smokiness. Here is what makes it special and how to enjoy it like a local.
Madrooba: A Guide to the Gulf's Creamy Beaten Dish
Madrooba is a comforting Gulf dish of slow-cooked meat or fish blended with spiced wheat or rice into a smooth, creamy texture. Here's what to know and how to enjoy it.
Eating with Your Hands in the Gulf: A Friendly Guide to Dining Etiquette
From communal platters to proper technique, here's how to enjoy traditional meals the Gulf way.
Daqqus and Shatta: The Gulf's Essential Table Sauces
From fresh tomato daqqus to fiery shatta, these two sauces are the unsung heroes of a Gulf dining table. Here's how to make and enjoy them at home.
A Home Cook's Guide to Karak Chai: The Gulf's Spiced Milky Tea
Strong, sweet and fragrant with cardamom, karak is the Gulf's favourite tea. Here is what goes into it, how to make it at home and how to order it well.