This restaurant honours heritage at Bab Samhan, a Luxury Collection Hotel.
Riyadh has no shortage of great dining destinations, but one thing foodies are always on the lookout for is restaurants that serve authentic Saudi cuisine. While a few such names already exist, the capital has just welcomed Jareed Samhan to the scene.
Located within Bab Samhan, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Diriyah, Jareed Samhan celebrates the “depth and diversity of Saudi heritage through an elevated dining experience”. Expect traditional recipes presented with a modern twist, while telling a story.
Step inside Jareed Samhan, and you’ll notice that the design perfectly mirrors what it offers, blending heritage and contemporary sophistication. Expect traditional Saudi architectural motifs, including columns and classic stone flooring, made with local timbers, traditional plaster rendering, and an earth-toned palette. The interiors are warm and welcoming, evoking a traditional Saudi ambience and understated elegance.
The menu at Jareed Samhan invites you to embark on a journey through Saudi Arabia’s diverse regions and culinary traditions. Each dish highlights local ingredients and the process behind creating them. Expect to indulge in classics like muqalal, jareesh, matazeez, and kabsa, but with a twist. Backed by Chef Saleh Aljabali, these favourites are guaranteed to evoke a memory.
“Each dish we create carries the soul of traditional Saudi cooking — the same flavours and aromas that once filled our mothers’ kitchens,” said Chef Saleh. “We’ve taken those familiar recipes and reimagined them with modern techniques, allowing guests to taste something that feels deeply nostalgic yet entirely new.”
So if you’re looking for a place that connects people to the culinary story of Saudi Arabia, in an intimate setting, Jareed Samhan is where you need to be. Bookings are now open to grab yourself a table and enjoy Saudi cuisine with a twist.
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