Bateel introduces a first-of-its-kind concept combining Single Origin Chocolate with Qawha tradition & taste
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – Bateel unveils its new Riyadh Style Chocolate Collection in Saudi Arabia, pioneering a first-of-its-kind concept in the market. The launch features 2 new products – a premium chocolate bar and a date chocolate offering – both feature Single Origin Chocolate, the distinctive notes of Saudi qahwa and handpicked organic dates, combined with the highest quality saffron, cardamom, and crispy kunafa. A refined tribute to the Kingdom’s rich culinary legacy.
Inside Bateel’s Riyadh Style Chocolate
Rooted in Bateel’s legacy of cultivating organic dates on its own Saudi farms, Riyadh Style Chocolate transforms authentic local ingredients into a refined indulgence—blending Saudi heritage with modern craftsmanship, and wrapped in smooth, rich chocolate for moments of self-indulgence or sharing.
Riyadh Style Chocolate represents more than just a new product. It reflects Bateel’s ongoing commitment to celebrating Saudi culture and craftsmanship, while reinforcing its role in strengthening cultural pride and its position within the Kingdom’s premium food ecosystem.
Commenting on the launch, Chef Bernard, Senior Director – Gourmet & Confectionery at Bateel, said: “With the Riyadh Style Chocolate, we wanted to create something that truly reflects the spirit of the Kingdom. By bringing together ingredients that have long been part of Saudi culture, we’ve created a flavour that feels both authentic and new. Blending Saudi culture into modern creations has always been at the heart of what we do, and this chocolate is a true expression of that, transforming organic dates into refined chocolate experiences crafted for everyday enjoyment and moments of personal indulgence and sharing.”
Saudi Qahwa Inspires a New Chocolate Experience
At the heart of Bateel’s Riyadh Style Chocolate Collection is the distinctive flavour of Saudi qahwa, a traditional coffee deeply connected to the Kingdom’s hospitality culture. Commonly associated with gatherings and welcoming guests, qahwa is valued for its aromatic character and the spices that give it a distinctive taste.
By incorporating notes of Saudi qahwa into chocolate, Bateel brings a familiar cultural element into a contemporary confectionery format. Saffron and cardamom contribute aromatic depth, while crispy kunafa introduces a contrasting texture. Together, these ingredients create a combination designed to balance the richness of chocolate with flavours associated with regional culinary traditions.
The collection’s use of single-origin chocolate further highlights the importance of ingredient character in premium confectionery. Paired with carefully selected ingredients, it provides the foundation for a product that connects traditional flavours with modern chocolate craftsmanship.
Organic Dates at the Centre of Bateel’s Craftsmanship
Dates have long played an important role in Saudi food culture, appearing in everyday meals, celebrations and traditional hospitality. Bateel has built its identity around premium dates and gourmet products, making them a central element of its approach to contemporary food experiences.
For the Riyadh Style Chocolate Collection, organic dates grown on Bateel’s Saudi farms provide a link between the brand’s agricultural heritage and its confectionery innovation. Their natural sweetness complements the chocolate while reinforcing the connection to locally rooted ingredients.
The launch includes two products: a premium chocolate bar and a date chocolate offering. Both combine single-origin chocolate with Saudi qahwa notes and organic dates, alongside ingredients such as saffron, cardamom and crispy kunafa.
This approach reflects a wider interest in premium food products that draw inspiration from regional ingredients and traditions. By presenting familiar flavours in a new format, brands can create contemporary products that appeal to consumers seeking both quality and a sense of cultural connection.
Celebrating Saudi Heritage Through Modern Confectionery
The Riyadh Style Chocolate Collection also reflects the evolving role of Saudi culinary heritage in the Kingdom’s premium food market. As local ingredients and traditions inspire new dining and gourmet experiences, chocolate offers another way to introduce regional flavours to consumers.
Bateel’s collection is positioned for personal enjoyment as well as sharing, making it suitable for everyday treats, thoughtful gifts and occasions when food becomes part of a social experience. Its combination of chocolate, dates and traditional spices brings together ingredients associated with both indulgence and hospitality.
Through this launch, Bateel continues to explore how Saudi ingredients can inspire contemporary gourmet creations without losing their cultural significance. The Riyadh Style Chocolate Collection places local flavours at the centre of a modern confectionery experience, presenting a distinctive expression of Saudi culinary identity.
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Ahmed Abdul Wasey
Managing Editor, Eat ‘N Stays
Ahmed Abdul Wasey is the Managing Editor in Eat ‘N Stays, overseeing all editorial coverage of travel, hospitality, and food across Saudi Arabia and the wider Gulf region. He sets the publication’s editorial direction and reviews coverage across hotels, restaurants, tourism, cruise, and industry news before it publishes.
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