RIYADH: US President Donald Trump, along with top US delegates and business executives, were extended a warm welcome in Riyadh at Al-Yamamah Palace, where dignitaries were treated to a hearty lunch on Tuesday.
The US president, who touched down in Saudi Arabia to start the first major international trip of his second term, enjoyed lunch in the presence of senior Saudi royals, members of the cabinet, leading business executives and editors-in-chief.
The lunch menu included a health conscious three-course meal, with international flair. (Supplied)
US business magnate Elon Musk was also in attendance.
The lunch menu included a health-conscious three-course meal, with international flair.
For the delicate starters, miso beef was plated up along with fermented vegetables.
For the delicate starters, miso beef was plated up along with fermented vegetables and bacon crumble. (Supplied)
For the main course, visiting dignitaries were served grilled black Angus steak alongside “silky potatoes” and a fresh herb salad.
The meal ended on a sweet note with an extra virgin olive oil parfait and a sweet and tart strawberry salad.
Prior to the lunch, President Trump departed Air Force One and was promptly treated to Saudi hospitality in the form of Saudi coffee served by attendants wearing ceremonial gun-belts.
