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A bowl of traditional Gulf halwa topped with nuts
Food & Drink

Halwa: A Guide to the Gulf's Sticky, Fragrant Sweet

Discover the beloved Gulf sweet halwa — a glossy, spiced confection made with sugar, ghee, saffron and nuts, served at celebrations and with Arabic coffee.
A traditional Gulf sweet dish made from flour, topped with nuts
Food & Drink

Khabees: A Guide to the Gulf's Sweet Flour Dessert

Discover khabees, a traditional sweet dish from the United Arab Emirates and neighbouring Gulf states, often enjoyed during Ramadan and Eid.