Beyond Borders: Viral Arab Snacks Taking Over the Region!
Did you know that Egypt’s Sultana, the popular ice cream brand, came up with a crazy new concoction known as the Sultana Ice Cream Can? Not only that, but that very can have made its way to Dubai and taken over its supermarkets and freezers.
This was not the only time that a viral Arab creation crossed borders and found a home in other Arab countries. Along with the Sultana can, here are other viral snacks that made their way to other Arab countries:
Sultana Ice Cream Can In Dubai
These days, one of the biggest trends in the foodie world is anything served in a can. First, it was coffee, then it was matcha and now… it is ice cream! Sultana, the popular ice cream brand, is coming in hot with three flavors of ice cream served in cans: Black Forest, Blueberry Granola, and Cookie Dough.
You’ll find people eating from these cans all over TikTok. It has grown so popular that it is even served in Dubai!
Oman Chips In Egypt
Nothing screams nostalgia and pride in the Arab world more than Oman Chips. Described as “the most popular product of its kind in the Sultanate of Oman and the entire Gulf region,” these chips made their debut back in 1983, and since then, they have been dubbed Oman’s greatest export.
They have grown so popular that new ways of consuming the chips keep popping up, like breaking them into small pieces and eating them within Laban Up, which is basically yogurt if it were a drink.
Now, this trendy food has made its way to Egypt and can be found in the aisles of some supermarkets.
B Laban’s Ta’ameyya Ice Cream In Saudi Arabia
Becoming one of the most popular dessert brands in the region, B Laban has been taking over MENA by storm. This Egyptian dessert spot goes over the top with its creations, and many of its desserts exude Willy Wonka’s whimsical vibes.
There’s their Ta’ameyya Ice Cream, a re-creation of the classic Egyptian deep-fried balls into a delicious ice cream. They even have a koshary dessert and many more whimsical dishes.
Unlike the other desserts and snacks on this list, B Laban isn’t in just one Arab country beyond Egypt but instead has opened branches in multiple spots across the region, including Saudi Arabia.
Dubai’s Dream Cake In Saudi Arabia
With many of Dubai’s viral desserts, we always think that there is no way to have them other than in the city itself. It turns out that you can get a taste of Dubai’s viral Dream Cake all the way in Saudi Arabia.
This isn’t just a slice of cake; it’s a 5-in-1 chocolate extravaganza. The first layer is a moist sponge cake followed by decadent chocolate mousse, then a drizzle of chocolate ganache topped with melted chocolate and, as the final touch, a dusting of cocoa powder.
This dessert can be enjoyed at Lulu Hypermarket in Riyadh, so be sure to grab one.
In this day and age, it isn’t just about being in the loop on the latest food or dessert trend that is taking over the region; you also get to taste regional desserts from the localities of your home city.
