Where We Are Going Today: Uncle Tetsu, Japanese cheesecakes in Saudi Arabia

Where We Are Going Today: Uncle Tetsu, Japanese cheesecakes in Saudi Arabia
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Updated 29 September 2023
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Where We Are Going Today: Uncle Tetsu, Japanese cheesecakes in Saudi Arabia

Where We Are Going Today: Uncle Tetsu, Japanese cheesecakes in Saudi Arabia

In the mood for a fluffy, melt-in-your-mouth Japanese cheesecake that is baked fresh daily with the finest ingredients — without leaving the Kingdom? Dig into Uncle Tetsu’s offerings.

With bold signs in the shop stating that it was the “No. 1 selling Japanese cheesecake in the world,” the original dessert is worthy of the label. It could easily satisfy a sweet craving without being overly indulgent.

Made with a carefully curated selection of whipped cream cheese, soft butter and organic eggs, it is baked Japanese-style, which transforms it into a seemingly weightless, pillowy and moist cake, with just a bit of bite. The instantly recognizable Uncle Tetsu logo, the jolly pastry chef with eyeglasses and a red scarf, is branded atop each cake.

The delectable dessert was first made on Oyafuko Street in Fukuoka, Japan, in 1985 by Tetsushi Mizokami, to whom the name is attributed. The pastry shop opened up its first Middle East branch in Dubai in late 2018, then in Riyadh, Dhahran and Jeddah.

The box that it comes in recommends that the contents be consumed within three days of purchase, and the staff member on duty told Arab News that it doesn’t freeze well, “so you might have no choice but to eat it all in one go.”

The 6-inch dessert comfortably feeds several people in the market for a good snack but could also be enjoyed solo with a fork.

The original goes for SR34 ($9) and is a best-seller. The chocolate cheesecake is priced at SR37.

You may also try Uncle Tetsu’s new date cheesecake, which is only served on the weekends. It resembles the original except for tiny bits of dates mixed into the batter. It goes for SR39, the same price as the saffron and cardamom cheesecake.

If you’re looking for smaller portions that don’t require a fork at all, try the bite-sized stiffer cheesecakes or the madeleines.

You can grab a taste near Gate 5 at Dhahran Mall and at Jeddah’s Al-Salaam Mall. Check local listings for operating hours.

To check out any fresh deals and to scout their other locations, follow the pastry shop on Instagram @Uncle_Tetsu_GCC.


Palestinian Red Crescent official thanks Saudi Arabia for humanitarian aid in Gaza

Palestinian Red Crescent official thanks Saudi Arabia for humanitarian aid in Gaza
Updated 01 December 2023
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Palestinian Red Crescent official thanks Saudi Arabia for humanitarian aid in Gaza

Palestinian Red Crescent official thanks Saudi Arabia for humanitarian aid in Gaza

GAZA: Executive Director of Palestinian Red Crescent Bashar Murad thanked the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for providing humanitarian aid to the people of Gaza.

Saudi’s aid agency KSrelief provided food and medical aid to displaced and wounded Palestinians in Gaza.

Murad said the aid was sent to the most impacted areas in Gaza and medical supplies provided by the Kingdom were given to the health ministry and hospitals in the area. 

As of Friday, over 24 Saudi aid planes arrived in Gaza through the Rafah crossing. 


Saudi space agency, Axiom Space sign development agreement 

Saudi space agency, Axiom Space sign development agreement 
Updated 01 December 2023
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Saudi space agency, Axiom Space sign development agreement 

Saudi space agency, Axiom Space sign development agreement 

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Space Agency and Axiom Space signed an agreement to develop Saudi talent in the field of space.

Axiom Space, a company specializing in developing human spaceflight technologies, will provide training and on-the-job opportunities, in addition to exchanging knowledge, skills and expertise in the fields of human spaceflight.

The agreement was signed during a specialized Saudi delegations’s visit to the US headed by the Minister of Communications and Information Technology Abdullah Al-Swaha.

This memorandum is expected to enhance educational and professional development opportunities for students and employees, deepen cooperation and maximize mutual benefit between the two sides, the Saudi Press Agency said.


Saudi defense minister holds talks with UN envoy to Yemen and Iranian military chief

Saudi defense minister holds talks with UN envoy to Yemen and Iranian military chief
Updated 01 December 2023
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Saudi defense minister holds talks with UN envoy to Yemen and Iranian military chief

Saudi defense minister holds talks with UN envoy to Yemen and Iranian military chief
  • ‘We reviewed the Kingdom’s efforts to support the peace process in Yemen,’ Prince Khalid bin Salman tweeted after his meeting with envoy Hans Grundberg

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s minister of defense, Prince Khalid bin Salman, and the UN’s special envoy to Yemen, Hans Grundberg, on Thursday discussed the latest developments in the conflict in Yemen.

“We reviewed the Kingdom’s efforts to support the peace process in Yemen, as well as the road map between the Yemeni sides to reach a comprehensive and sustainable political solution, under UN supervision,” the prince said in a message posted on social media site X after the meeting in Riyadh.

The Saudi ambassador to Yemen, Mohammed Al-Jaber, and the director general of the Office of the Minister of Defense, Hisham bin Abdulaziz bin Saif, were also present at the meeting, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

The UN participants included Linnea Hincks, special assistant to Grundberg; Roxaneh Bazergan, chief of political affairs in the envoy’s office; and April Alley, an adviser to the envoy.

Also on Thursday, Prince Khalid received a telephone call from Maj. Gen. Mohammed Bagheri, the chief of staff of the Iranian Armed Forces, during which they reviewed the relationship between their countries in military and defense fields and discussed issues of mutual concern.


Saudi reserve participates in SGI, COP28 conferences 

Saudi reserve participates in SGI, COP28 conferences 
Updated 30 November 2023
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Saudi reserve participates in SGI, COP28 conferences 

Saudi reserve participates in SGI, COP28 conferences 

RIYADH: Imam Turki bin Abdullah Royal Natural Reserve Development Authority is participating at the co-current Saudi Green Initiative Gallery and UN Climate Change Conference — COP28 — in Dubai, today. 

The reserve will showcase its drone-based program, the biggest of its kind, in protecting biodiversity in Saudi Arabia, for being more effective and efficient in environmental activities and having a lower carbon footprint, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Wednesday. 

It has already contributed to raising the efficiency of environmental monitoring and protection teams by more than 220 percent.

Drones have also helped to cut carbon emissions by more than 66 percent by reducing dependence on fossil fuel-powered vehicles.

An interactive screen will also display details of the pioneering Vegetation Cover Evaluation Project, which uses remote-sensor technologies, as well as many initiatives dedicated to expanding the vegetation cover and afforestation. 

All of ITBA’s projects and initiatives are fully aligned with the national goals of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030, and dedicated to preserving the vegetation cover and biodiversity, including rare and endangered species, as part of broader environmental protection efforts.

The Saudi Green Initiative aims to reduce carbon emissions, plant 10 billion trees in the Kingdom over the next decades and protect 30 percent of the Kingdom’s land and marine areas by 2030, as part of the Kingdom’s efforts to reach carbon neutrality by 2060.

It is worth noting that IBTA spans more than 91,500 sq km, making it the second largest royal reserve in the Kingdom.

Known for its picturesque nature and biodiversity, the reserve is home to 138 wild species, including Rhim Gazelles, Oryxes, and more than 179 wild plants, including Ziziphus, Acacia and Arta trees.


International Diriyah Forum to promote cultural heritage 

International Diriyah Forum to promote cultural heritage 
Updated 30 November 2023
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International Diriyah Forum to promote cultural heritage 

International Diriyah Forum to promote cultural heritage 

JEDDAH: The “Diriyah International Forum,” organized through collaboration between the Diriyah Gate Development Authority and the King Abdulaziz Foundation for Research and Archives, will be held from Dec. 10-11.

The forum, themed “Diriyah: A Meeting Point of Cultures,” will bring together a distinguished gathering of scholars, thinkers and researchers.

The two-day forum aims to encourage creative thinking and promote collaboration between different specialties and experiences, and promote a global cultural and tourist destination.

The focus will be on reviewing the architectural style of Diriyah, especially after the opening of the historic Turaif district, listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, and Bujairi Quarter, the destination for fine dining in Diriyah, among other heritage sites.

The main topics to be covered during the diverse sessions of the forum include three key themes.

The first, titled “Architectural and Artistic Intersections,” explores the influences that shaped the distinctive architectural character of the region, from traditional mud buildings to the incorporation of modern design elements.

The second theme is “Historical Intersections,” focusing on prominent figures and significant historical events that contributed to shaping Diriyah’s history

The third is “Exploring the Past,” addressing the importance of archaeological discoveries, including artifacts and remnants of settlements while highlighting the rich cultural heritage of the region.

The forum contributes to shedding light on efforts to protect and preserve the history and heritage of Diriyah and celebrate it.