Saudi Arabia: KACCC Announces Winners of Cultural Communication Award

KACCC announced the winners of the fourth edition of the Cultural Communication Award during a news conference held in Riyadh. SPA
KACCC announced the winners of the fourth edition of the Cultural Communication Award during a news conference held in Riyadh. SPA
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Saudi Arabia: KACCC Announces Winners of Cultural Communication Award

KACCC announced the winners of the fourth edition of the Cultural Communication Award during a news conference held in Riyadh. SPA
KACCC announced the winners of the fourth edition of the Cultural Communication Award during a news conference held in Riyadh. SPA

The King Abdulaziz Center for Cultural Communication (KACCC) announced the winners of the fourth edition of the Cultural Communication Award during a news conference held at the center’s Riyadh headquarters in the presence of KACCC Secretary-General Abdullah Al-Fawzan, his deputy Ibrahim Al-Asiri and representatives from various media outlets.

Al-Fawzan stated that media and cultural contacts are among the most important pillars of communication between peoples of different civilizations. He underscored the pivotal role of media in conveying ideas, facilitating cultural exchange, and aiding societies in mutual understanding and acquaintance.
This year's Cultural Communication Award witnessed an increase in engagement, with 234 participants in the five award categories.

In the government institutions category, the Saudi Authority for Industrial Cities and Technology Zones "MODON" and the Taibah University emerged as winners with their initiatives about "cultural communication cities" and "ambassadors of moderation," respectively.

Meanwhile, Scientist’s Gift Organization’s initiative dubbed “the Saudi Cultural Day” won in the civil-society institutions category. The award for the non-profit international organizations and institutions category went to the Arab Bureau of Education for the Gulf States for its initiative about "a reference guide to raising students' awareness of the values of tolerance and acceptance of others."

As for the private-sector institutions branch, Alfaisal University won with the culture day, people for people, and Noor for the visually impaired initiatives. In the individuals category, Dr. Sultan bin Suleiman Al-Anzi won with an initiative about rapid progress towards bright and just education.



Culinary Arts Commission Launches 'Irth' Store, Cafe in Three Saudi Cities

The first "Irth" stores are set to open in Madinah and Jeddah in mid-September. (SPA)
The first "Irth" stores are set to open in Madinah and Jeddah in mid-September. (SPA)
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Culinary Arts Commission Launches 'Irth' Store, Cafe in Three Saudi Cities

The first "Irth" stores are set to open in Madinah and Jeddah in mid-September. (SPA)
The first "Irth" stores are set to open in Madinah and Jeddah in mid-September. (SPA)

The Culinary Arts Commission announced on Monday the launch of "Irth," a new store and cafe concept celebrating and supporting Saudi Arabia's culinary heritage.

With locations in Madinah, Jeddah, and Riyadh, "Irth", meaning "heritage" in Arabic, aims to provide a platform for local chefs and producers to showcase their talents and products.

The initiative seeks to support and promote local chefs by featuring unique Saudi dishes and offering a space for local producers to showcase and sell their products to a broader audience.

The first "Irth" stores are set to open in Madinah and Jeddah in mid-September, with the Riyadh branch scheduled to follow in October, according to the commission.

The commission hopes to encourage culinary innovations and elevate the profile of Saudi cuisine both locally and globally through this project. "Irth" is envisioned as a hub for local culinary talent, allowing Saudi chefs to present creative interpretations of traditional dishes and fostering collaboration and innovation among local producers and food industry specialists.