The 2025 Saudi Feast Food Festival is back in Riyadh, running from 27 November to 6 December at King Saud University. The festival is set to welcome food lovers, chefs, and cultural enthusiasts, and promises to offer more than 300 dishes
Organized by the Saudi Ministry of Culture in partnership with the Culinary Arts Commission, the festival has grown into a key cultural event that celebrates the art, history, and innovation behind Saudi cuisine.
It provides a platform for both established chefs and rising culinary talents to showcase their creativity, while also honoring the traditional street flavors and recipes that have defined the country’s culinary identity.
Visitors can expect a diverse program that goes far beyond food stalls. The festival’s Competition Zone will host live cooking battles, where amateur and professional chefs alike demonstrate their skills. Meanwhile, the Culinary Arts Heritage Zone showcases the roots of Saudi cuisine, highlighting regional influences, age-old cooking techniques, and the stories behind traditional dishes.
This year in particular includes the addition of the Thailand Zone, which will feature more than 10 restaurants and diverse shops that explore the flavors of Thai cuisine.
The festival’s Theatre Zone will feature live cooking demonstrations designed to engage audiences visually, while the Workshops Area invites attendees to get hands-on with classes led by professional chefs.
For those looking to shop, the Retail Zone includes cookbooks, culinary tools, and artisanal kitchenware.
Tickets for the festival start at SAR 35 for general admission, with VIP access available from SAR 150, offering premium experiences and exclusive areas.
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