Portfolio
Gala Dinners
Chef Nawal’s gala dinners are thoughtfully curated experiences that elevate Saudi and regional cuisine into moments of cultural expression. Designed end-to-end, each event weaves together a distinctive menu concept, refined hospitality, and immersive storytelling to reflect the identity of the occasion, whether for global institutions, cultural platforms, or luxury brands. Rooted in heritage yet expressed through a contemporary lens, these experiences transform dining into something more than a meal: a carefully crafted journey where culture, art, and exceptional food come together to create something memorable, meaningful, and truly transportive.
Noor Riyadh
November 2025
For the fifth edition of Noor Riyadh, the city-wide festival that transforms Riyadh into a living artwork, we were invited to bring its 2025 theme, “In the Blink of an Eye,” to the table. The gala dinner was conceived as a sensory journey, reflecting themes of transformation, perception, and the fleeting beauty of a moment. Every detail, from each course to the overall experience, explored the balance between the ephemeral and the monumental. Set within this luminous context, the table became a stage where culinary craft met the language of light, offering guests a brief yet immersive escape.
TOURISE
November 2025
Where the world's foremost minds in tourism, investment, and government gathered to reshape an industry, the table was set to match the moment. For the inaugural TOURISE Summit, powered by the Saudi Ministry of Tourism, we delivered a gala dinner that spoke the language of Saudi hospitality at its most refined. Each course was composed with intention, weaving local culinary heritage with contemporary technique a quiet but eloquent reflection of what Saudi Arabia is offering the world, not just as a destination, but as a host.
UN Tourism 26th General Assembly
November 2025
An evening that embodied Saudi Arabia’s past, present, and future, this gala dinner for the UN Tourism General Assembly was designed as a heartfelt welcome and an invitation into a nation that embraces its heritage while opening its arms to the world.
London Business School 21st MENA Gala Dinner
May 2024
In May 2024, we had the pleasure of creating a menu inspired by the MENA regions and diverse terrains for the 21st Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Conference hosted by London Business School as part of the year's theme "Pathways to Prosperity: Visions, Ventures, and Values."
Celebrating 100M Visitors in Saudi Arabia, Riyadh
We were honored to have curated the menu for the Ministry of Tourism of Saudi Arabia's celebration of reaching 100 million visitors, a milestone achieved seven years ahead of schedule. This event, marked by His Excellency Ahmed AlKhateeb's inspiring speech, showcased the Ministry's remarkable achievements and the vibrant future of tourism in our nation.
Wadi AlFann, AlUla
In the heart of the mesmerizing oasis of AlUla, an extraordinary event unfolded under the starlit sky, dubbed ‘Campfire Tales: Crossroads of Creativity’. This unique gathering was a celebration of the seamless fusion between nature, art, and culinary finesse, set against the backdrop of the #WadiAlFann Immersive Experience.
Our involvement in this prestigious event was marked by the curation of a distinct menu, aptly named "A Return to Earth". This culinary venture was a heartfelt homage to the bountiful natural crops of AlUla, a true testament to the oasis's generous offerings.
Balad AlFann, Jeddah
Al Balad is the heart and soul of Jeddah, overflowing with culture and history. It's the perfect canvas for any art story.
Balad Al Fann is a project under the theme “Past Forward” and it features art exhibitions, music programs, various art activities and of course, local culinary experiences.