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Traditional Omani shuwa preparation site with a mound of sand covering an underground oven, banana leaves and glowing embers nearby
Food & Drink

Shuwa: A Guide to Oman's Slow-Cooked Festive Lamb

Discover shuwa, the Omani celebration dish of spiced lamb or goat slow-cooked in an underground sand oven for up to two days, and how to enjoy it like a local.
A small bowl of frothy hilba dip garnished with herbs
Food & Drink

Hilba: A Guide to the Gulf's Whipped Fenugreek Dip

Discover hilba, the frothy fenugreek dip that adds a bitter, earthy kick to Gulf meals, and learn how to make it at home.
A bowl of thareed stew with layered bread and meat
Food & Drink

Thareed: The Gulf's Hearty Bread and Meat Stew, Explained

A comforting dish of torn flatbread soaked in rich broth with tender meat and vegetables, thareed is a staple across the Arabian Peninsula.
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.
A large platter of spiced rice topped with tender meat, garnished with nuts and raisins
Food & Drink

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.