Bringing together Saudi heritage and Michelin-starred talent on October 2nd, NOMAS welcomed royalty, diplomats, and distinguished guests for a sold-out 12-course dining journey blending tradition with global culinary artistry
Riyadh : Pushing the boundaries of culinary creativity, NOMAS, the Kingdom’s pioneering Saudi fine dining restaurant, recently hosted an exclusive VVIP Dinner on October 2nd as part of Dinner Incredible KSA 2025. The fully booked event brought together an elite group of royals, diplomats, and high-profile guests for an extraordinary 12-course dining experience that united the depth of Saudi culinary heritage with the innovation of Michelin-starred international chefs.
At the heart of Riyadh’s Diplomatic Quarter, NOMAS is already making waves in the Kingdom’s culinary landscape, presenting authentic Saudi flavours through a world-class fine dining lens. Every detail of the restaurant celebrates the Kingdom’s heritage, with its interiors designed by local artisans and a carefully curated menu that honours recipes passed down through generations. NOMAS continues to redefine Saudi gastronomy, becoming a stage for cultural and culinary exchange on a global scale.
The evening was nothing short of remarkable, as guests were welcomed into an intimate setting that celebrated the Kingdom’s hospitality and artistry. Over the course of the night, they experienced 12 exclusive dishes created in collaboration between Saudi chefs and Michelin-starred international counterparts. Each plate told a story of heritage, innovation, and shared creativity, elevating local ingredients into an unforgettable fine dining journey.
Beyond the food, the dinner created an atmosphere of cultural dialogue and sophistication. This unique gathering highlighted NOMAS’s important role as a meeting place for tradition and modernity, showcasing how Saudi Arabia’s rich culinary legacy resonates on an international stage.
The vision behind Dinner Incredible is rooted in the work of its founder, Chef Giorgio Diana. With decades of global experience, including stops in Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, Chef Giorgio has built a reputation for transforming gastronomy into a medium of intercultural connection. Alongside him, Chef Daniele Chiari, Culinary Director of the Royal Protocol of Saudi Arabia and Head of Dinner Incredible for the Middle East, has been instrumental in shaping the regional editions of this groundbreaking concept.
Guiding the culinary experience at NOMAS were some of the most celebrated chefs of our time, including international Michelin-starred names such as Jacob Jan Boerma, Bruno Menard, Kay Baumgardt, Michael Bao, Pavlos Kiriakis, and Marc Bernhart, as well as Saudi culinary innovators including Rakan Aloraifi, Sara Bajabir, Ahad Al Ghamdi, and Hisham Baeshen. Together, this ensemble of talent crafted a menu that highlighted both the richness of Saudi flavours and the artistry of global gastronomy.
Previous editions of Dinner Incredible have taken place in world-renowned culinary destinations, including Thailand, Italy, and various dining hotspots in Saudi Arabia, establishing its reputation as a global platform for cultural and gastronomic exchange. Future editions are already confirmed in spectacular destinations, such as Japan and Italy, with the next Dinner Incredible set to take place in Vietnam this November.
This dinner is only the beginning. NOMAS has already begun formulating plans for many more events of this calibre in the months and years to come, creating unique experiences that blend cultural exchange, authentic storytelling, and culinary innovation. Riyadh’s dining scene is on the cusp of transformation, with NOMAS leading the way.
As Riyadh cements its reputation as a global dining destination, NOMAS continues to inspire guests with one-of-a-kind experiences that honour the Kingdom’s culinary roots while opening new doors to international creativity. For those yet to discover NOMAS, now is the moment to reserve a seat and experience the future of Saudi fine dining.
