Chef Kunal Kapur Presents The Saudi Table Preview Ahead of Public Opening in Gurgaon
The Saudi Tourism Authority’s consumer brand Saudi, Welcome to Arabia today concluded the preview of The Saudi Table, an immersive culinary residency curated by Chef Kunal Kapur at One8 Commune, Golf Course Road. Conceived as a strategic cultural introduction to Saudi’s contemporary food identity.
Commenting on the culinary crossover, Chef Kunal Kapur said “Saudi is a land of many wonders. From
the coral reefs in the Saudi Red Sea to the snow-dusted peaks of Tabuk, every corner has a story to tell,
of adventure, heritage and especially of food that’s been passed on quietly like an heirloom, generation
after generation. And in many ways, this is where India and Saudi meet — in a shared appreciation for
food, culture and traditions. The warmth in India’s “Atithi Devo Bhavah” finds its reflection in the Saudi
terminology of “Hafawa”, a practice of treating everyone with unmatched hospitality, generosity and
warmth. The Saudi Table is a celebration of this connection. We invite you to enjoy a spread that is
familiar and yet, truly Spectacular!”
Anchored in ingredient integrity and rooted in centuries of Indo–Arab exchange, the preview invited
guests to experience Saudi cuisine through an unhurried, communal format that foregrounds
provenance, regional diversity and the evolving culinary creativity within the region. Rather than relying
on theatricality, the evening emphasised context: the role of trade routes in shaping flavour, the
continuity of home-style cooking, and the quiet confidence of a cuisine that is both ancient and newly
ascendant on the global stage.
The experience opened with a grazing table that reflected the foundational grammar of Saudi dining:
dips, grains, greens and breads arranged for sharing and conversation. Kareef salad with pomegranate
molasses, Hijazi-style tabbouleh, wild za’atar labneh, baba ganoush, roasted carrot and date salad, and a
series of date-led preparations-Madinah date and almond bites, date-cardamom cake-offered a layered
entry point into the region’s pantry and agricultural heritage.
The Saudi Table continues for the public until 18 December 2025 at One8 Commune, Golf Course Road,
offering diners across Delhi-NCR a rare opportunity to experience Saudi’s culinary traditions first-hand.
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