Such was the diversity of people who travelled through AlUla on trade routes centuries ago that foreign flavours from India, Africa and the Middle East inevitably found their way into the cuisine of northwest Arabia. These rich and varied dishes form the centrepiece of a memorable picnic under the stars that is both delicious and historically revealing.

As you recline on handmade blankets and cushions just like the Bedouins who once roamed the area, a sumptuous picnic of traditional Saudi dishes is served in the desert while a breathtaking canopy of stars twinkles overhead in the clear AlUla night sky. Local music accompanies your desert dinner to draw you further into the culture.

Mindful eating where we focus on flavour, aroma and texture reminds us of the origins of what we are eating and the culinary skill that has gone into its preparation. Coupled with the abundance of fresh air we breathe while eating al fresco, this picnic under the stars is a perfect opportunity to rest and digest while stargazing in a state of wonder.