Riyadh: King Abdulaziz Public Library has published a new book, titled "Saudi Coffee" by Saeed Al-Wayel and Ahmed Al-Baqshi, as part of the library's academic publishing program.
According to Saudi Press Agency, the book spans eight chapters and includes color photos to explore Saudi coffee. It covers the discovery, history, global journey, and cultivation of coffee in the Kingdom. The book also examines coffee's ties to Saudi culture, as evidenced in ancient inscriptions, historical texts, trade routes, markets, and its associated tools and meanings.
The publication further investigates the cultural aspects of Saudi coffee, including its impact on urban planning, such as its influence on house design and dedicated coffee rooms. It also discusses preparation methods, its depiction in literature, and industry investments.