InterContinental Hotel held the Mexican Gastronomic Festival last September 16-22, 2019 at the Al-Bustan Restaurant. This year’s food festival is led by renowned chef Aldo Servin, Executive Chef at “Traspatio Restaurant” in Los Cabos, Mexico.
Mr. Tariq Dowidar, Area General Manager for IHG Government Hotels, said he was happy to be able to bring to the Kingdom this cultural experience once more.
The Chargé d’Affaires of the Embassy of Mexico in Saudi Arabia, Min. Eduardo Hector Moguel Flores, addressed the attendees of the opening ceremony. He reminded the guests of the deep cultural heritage that exists in Mexico, starting with its millenary history, combined with its cuisine and Mariachi music. These last two attained the UNESCO’s ‘Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity’ status.
For the second time in a row, the Embassy of Mexico and the InterContinental Hotel Riyadh have partnered to bring along the Mariachi band “Mariachi Semblanza” to perform live and entertain those who attend the food festival.
“Just two days ago, in Oud Square, the Mariachi gave a flash-mob performance, captivating the attention of around 100 people, mainly Saudi youth”, said the Mexican diplomat. “The interest of the Saudi population on other countries’ cultural expressions is tangible,” he added.
