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A traditional underground oven with meat being prepared for madfoon
Food & Drink

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 large platter of golden spiced rice topped with roasted chicken, nuts and fried onions
Food & Drink

Machboos and Kabsa: A Friendly Guide to the Gulf's Favourite Spiced Rice

From Kuwait to Muscat, a fragrant platter of spiced rice and meat sits at the heart of family meals. Here is what goes into machboos and kabsa, and how to enjoy them.