This marks the first opening of an international auction house in the Kingdom.  Christie’s is one of the world’s leading auction houses. Now, the British company is expanding from the United Kingdom to Saudi Arabia. This marks the first opening of an international auction house in Saudi, and the second location in the Gulf.   Christie’s will showcase art from the region. Nour Kelani will serve as Christie’s Managing Director in Saudi Arabia, and will be based in Riyadh. She will lead client services for the Fine Art and Luxury secondary business, and build the clientele in the Kingdo ..read more

The menu includes croissants, cakes and chocolates.   Saudi Arabia is home to a range of restaurants, from celebrity chefs to homegrown concepts. Now, The Rustic Bakery has opened in Riyadh and showcases a selection of sourdough, pastries and more.  The Rustic Bakery prides itself on bringing international pastries to the local market. At the heart of the menu is sourdough, which has been created by Executive Chef, Francesco Luigi Carusi. The team pride themselves on creating the first sourdough specialised bakery in the Kingdom. The sourdough has been fermented in-house, and healthi ..read more

The hip-hop heavyweight will perform at Kingdom Arena. Riyadh Season 2024 is all set to begin soon. We are buzzing with excitement, as it has just been announced that American rapper Missy Elliott will be coming to the Saudi capital.   Riyadh Season 2024 will kick off on 12 October, and Missy Elliot will headline the opening ceremony. She’ll join Busta Rhymes and Ciara, who will also perform on stage to inaugurate the event season in Saudi Arabia. Missy Elliott is a hip-hop powerhouse who has redefined the genre with her rapping and production skills. Born Melissa Arnette Elliot ..read more

The concert takes place on 12 October. Riyadh, it’s time to turn up the volume. The American rapper, Busta Rhymes, will be headlining Riyadh Season. The concert takes place on 12 October at the Kingdom Arena, and here’s what to expect. Busta, real name Trevor George Smith Jr, hails from New York, United States. In 1986, he formed the group Leaders of the New School and went onto appear as a guest rapper on songs. In 1996, he released his debut solo album, The Coming. View this post on Instagram A post shared by موسم الرياض | Riyadh Season (@riyadhseason) Over […] The post Rapper Busta Rhy ..read more

Scheduled to open in 2027, the hotel will be located in Al Baha.  Accor is bringing its Handwritten Collection to Saudi Arabia. The hospitality group’s collection boasts diverse design-led hotels, which offer a personal touch. Scheduled to open in 2027, the first property from Handwritten Collection in Saudi Arabia will be located on the outskirts of Al Baha City.  Al Baha City is set among a mountainous landscape and overlooks the Red Sea coast. Situated on a clifftop above a 1,100-metre-deep valley, the debut of Handwritten Collection in Saudi Arabia will include 148 rooms, three f ..read more

These are the best dishes to sink your teeth into this month. Restaurants come and go in the GCC, but FACT’s unwavering passion for dining remains unchanged. The team can be found across the region, sampling the good, the bad and the exceptional. We eat at every kind of restaurant and experience every type of meal, from flash-in-the-pan novelties to iconic institutions. To spare you the guesswork, here are the best dishes in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Riyadh this month. September 2024 Cheese & Onion Crisp at Row on 45 in Dubai Row on 45, the newly crowned two-Michelin-starred restaurant fro ..read more

Here’s how to make the most of the month ahead. October in Saudi Arabia can only mean one thing: Riyadh Season. The blockbuster event puts the capital in the spotlight. Expect world-class comedians, concerts and culture, from pop stars to tennis superstars. The Kingdom is filled with exciting events, too, including new movies, menus and more. Here are the best things to do in Saudi Arabia in October.  Tuesday 1 October Dig into Il Baretto Riyadh’s new menu  Il Baretto Riyadh showcases brilliant flavours from Italy. Now, it has unveiled its autumn menu, and it celebrates dif ..read more

Jimmy Widen, Founder and CEO of 3SA Estate, offers his expert advice. The Millionaire Migration is on trend. Also known as the Great Wealth Migration, it is a global phenomenon in which internationally wealthy, mobile entrepreneurs and investors are moving not only their businesses but also their families to new locations. While the UAE remains a hotspot destination, high-net-worth individuals are considering migrating both from and into the region. The Millionaire Migration is driven by a better quality of life, security, mobility, and, of course, tax benefits. The movement gained momentum du ..read more

The first screening will be a historical documentary about the capital. It’s not that long ago that cinemas were forbidden in Saudi Arabia. In 2018, a 35-year ban on cinemas was lifted. Today, the Kingdom is home to a range of cinema experiences, from IMAX to luxury screens. Now, the first art house cinema, Cinehouse, is opening in Riyadh.  Cinehouse in Riyadh prides itself on offering an art-house experience. Saudi Arabian film producer Faisal Baltyuor is behind the concept. He aims to create a hub for local and international filmmakers and nurture new talent. View this post on Instagram ..read more

The new venue is located in the Diplomatic Quarter. Saudi Arabia, get ready to turn up the volume. The team behind MDLBeast Soundstorm have transformed a former equestrian club into a music venue. Located in the Diplomatic Quarter, Riyadh, Attaché is now open. Attaché by MDLBeast is located between rows of embassies in the Diplomatic Quarter. The neighbourhood is popular with the international community and off-duty diplomats. Expect a creative hub that brings together local and regional artists. At the core of Attaché’s philosophy is sustainability. By prioritising local ingredients ..read more