ArticleFrontiers in nutrition2025
The most popular local and traditional food dishes in different regions of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and their cultural significance.
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- Food Sustainability Among Dietitians in Saudi Arabia: Assessment of Knowledge, Attitudes, Practices, and Food Consumption.Nutrients · 2026Article
- Does food literacy influence healthy food choices? Findings from a cross-sectional study in Saudi Arabia.Frontiers in nutrition · 2026Article
- Food-evoked nostalgia as a mediator between food-related satisfaction and psychological distress among older adults: a structural equation modeling approach.Frontiers in public health · 2026Article
- A Review of Traditional, Time-Honoured Foods and Recipes: To Choose to Use or Not to Use.Foods (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Review
- Zinc Transporters of the LIV-1 Subfamily in Various Cancers: Molecular Insights and Research Priorities for Saudi Arabia.International journal of molecular sciences · 2025Review
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Abstract
Introduction: This study aims to systematically identify and classify local and traditional dishes consumed across different regions of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), with a focus on understanding regional food consumption patterns and dietary diversity. By examining the culinary habits of households in Jazan, Jeddah, Al-Ahsa, Riyadh, and Hail, the study provides a comprehensive overview of the role that local and traditional foods play in shaping regional diets and cultural identity and aligning with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030. Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted using 3-day food records from 75 households (900 food items) across five regions: Hail, Jazan, Al-Ahsa, Jeddah, and Riyadh. Results: The findings highlight the predominance of local dishes such as rice, eggs, vegetables, meat, and legumes in Saudi cuisine. In contrast, traditional culinary specialties-including soups, desserts, and date-based dishes-were consumed less frequently across all regions. Statistically significant differences were observed in the average number of local dishes among the regions ( Discussion: Strengthening national efforts-particularly those led by the Saudi Culinary Arts Commission-is recommended to preserve and promote regional culinary heritage. This study underscores the potential of local and traditional foods to enhance cultural pride, support local economies, and improve dietary habits, thereby contributing to the broader objectives of economic diversification and tourism development outlined in Vision 2030.
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