Enjoy an Authentic Cooking Experience and Wear Traditional Clothing in My Home

Experience hosted by: Fatima Oliyan Riyadh
Host Languages : English Proficient
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My family and I welcome you to spend a delightful and special time reflecting the beauty and warmth of Saudi culture. We will start our experience by preparing traditional Saudi coffee together, served with the finest Saudi sweets, as I explain the history and customs of this revered beverage. Next, we will move to the kitchen to prepare the most delicious Saudi dishes of your choice, such as liver or Kabsa. I will provide step-by-step instructions and tips on how to prepare these dishes, allowing you to experience authentic cooking just as we do, with recipes passed down through generations. After cooking, we will sit together to enjoy the meal we have prepared with our own hands, savoring the authentic flavors and fresh ingredients. This moment will be an opportunity to exchange conversations and enjoy true Saudi hospitality. I will also share stories about Saudi culinary heritage and cooking secrets that have been handed down through generations. Finally, we will move to the last activity of my experience, where we will dress in traditional Saudi clothing. I will explain the cultural significance of these garments and how to wear them properly. After that, we will take memorable photos in my Majlis, giving you a beautiful keepsake to take with you, along with a simple, lovingly prepared souvenir gift. Join us in this immersive experience to discover the essence of Saudi culture and create unforgettable memories.

Host Instructions

No smoking

Appetizers

  • Meat and Cheese Samosa (Crispy pastry filled with minced meat or cheese)
  • Salad (Fresh vegetables with optional dressing)

Main Dishes

  • Kabsa (Rice cooked with meat and traditional Saudi spices)
  • Mandi (Steamed rice served with marinated and smoked meat)
  • Maqluba (Rice dish with eggplant, vegetables, and meat or chicken)

Desserts

  • Masabeeb (Small pancakes with honey or dates)
  • Luqaimat (Fried dough balls drizzled with honey or syrup)
  • Haneeni (Dates blended with whole wheat bread and butter)
  • Sweetened Khalas Dates (Traditional dessert made with Khalas dates and ghee)
  • Luqaimat with Molasses and Honey (Fried dough balls topped with date molasses and honey)
  • Assorted Dates (Premium Sukkary and Khalas dates)
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463.43 SAR /Person
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Host Instructions

No smoking

Appetizers

  • Meat and Cheese Samosa (Crispy pastry filled with minced meat or cheese)
  • Salad (Fresh vegetables with optional dressing)

Main Dishes

  • Kabsa (Rice cooked with meat and traditional Saudi spices)
  • Mandi (Steamed rice served with marinated and smoked meat)
  • Maqluba (Rice dish with eggplant, vegetables, and meat or chicken)

Desserts

  • Masabeeb (Small pancakes with honey or dates)
  • Luqaimat (Fried dough balls drizzled with honey or syrup)
  • Haneeni (Dates blended with whole wheat bread and butter)
  • Sweetened Khalas Dates (Traditional dessert made with Khalas dates and ghee)
  • Luqaimat with Molasses and Honey (Fried dough balls topped with date molasses and honey)
  • Assorted Dates (Premium Sukkary and Khalas dates)
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Alert: Enable this option only if you don’t find your desired dates or time available in the calendar. Please note that your request will be reviewed shortly by the host, who may accept or reject it based on their availability.

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About Host

I am a mother for 3 daughters and one son. I will be happy to welcome you in my house from all over the world and experience my delicious food. Also, would love to talk about the Saudi Culture.

Guests Reviews

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Soumya Gayatri

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Sep 2025

I did a cultural dining experience with Fatima and her family yesterday in Riyadh and it was one of the most memorable experiences that I have had in the city so far. Fatima was courteous, friendly and full of energy. And she is definitely one of the best cooks in the world. Her Chicken Mandi was delicious and so were the stuffed wine leaves. My son and I also loved the basbousa which was just perfect. It was a pleasure talking to Fatima about Saudi culture, learning how to make Saudi coffee and dressing up as locals in the finest Saudi clothes. Some of the clothes that you can try on have been embroidered by Fatima herself; be sure to check them out. She also dabbles in Najdi and Asiri embroidery. Seeing and understanding her artistic creations adds so much more depth to the entire experience. Hi Home was also pretty responsive throughout the process from booking the tour to finding our perfect host and sharing all details.

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yang shuxiang

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Aug 2023

I Liked her food, and I loved the home. I loved meeting the mother and daughter. I also, enjoyed trying traditional outfit. Thank you.

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