ZADK Culinary Academy invites you to celebrate the 96th Saudi National Day.
Day: Saturday
Date: 19 September 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 02:00 PM
Location: ZADK, the Saudi Culinary Arts Academy
We are also delighted to launch our latest publication:
Saudi Cuisine… A Bridge Between Past & Present 2026
Please register through the link: Saudi National Day Celebration
We look forward to celebrating together and making it a memorable day for our ZADK community.
Happy 96th Saudi National Day!
We are proud to announce that Mrs. Rania Moualla, Founder & Chairwoman of ZADK, has joined the Circle of Excellence of Swiss Education Group, marking an important milestone in a journey built on vision, education, and social impact.
Chaired by renowned Chef Anton Mosimann, the Circle of Excellence brings together distinguished international leaders from the worlds of culinary arts, hospitality, and education, including Mr. Leo Wang, CEO of Swiss Education Group.
Joining this distinguished group represents an important milestone for ZADK, further strengthening our relationship with Swiss Education Group and reflecting our shared commitment to excellence in education, developing future generations, and creating meaningful social impact.
A proud moment for ZADK, and another step in our journey from Saudi Arabia to the world.
ZADK – The Saudi Culinary Arts Academy hosted a specialized workshop in collaboration with the US Rice Producers Association, giving students the opportunity to explore the versatility of U.S. rice, its characteristics, and its applications in culinary arts.
The workshop combined expert insights with practical learning, helping students expand their knowledge and strengthen their culinary skills.
ZADK thanks the US Rice Producers Association for their valuable contribution and continued support of our students’ learning journey.
ZADK – The Saudi Culinary Arts Academy has signed a partnership with Plaza Premium Group, the global leader in the independent airport lounge sector and the world’s largest independent airport hospitality operator, to deliver an employment-linked training program aimed at preparing Saudi talent for careers in the food and beverage, hospitality, and tourism sectors.
This partnership reflects the Academy’s commitment to empowering Saudi youth through high-quality training programs that combine academic education with hands-on experience, helping to develop skilled national talent that meets the evolving needs of the labor market and supports the goals of Saudi Vision 2030.
Under the gracious patronage of the Prince of the Eastern Province, His Royal Highness Prince Saud bin Naif bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, we celebrated the graduation of 94 male and female students from ZADK, the Saudi Culinary Arts Academy, including students of Higher Diploma Intake 9, 10, and 11, alongside Associate Diploma Intake 2 and 3.
A journey that began with passion has culminated in achievement. Following the signing of their employment contracts, our graduates are stepping into promising careers in the world of professional culinary arts—equipped with knowledge, ambition, and a spirit of creativity. We are proud to contribute to developing national talent and supporting the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030 toward a more creative and excellent future.
We congratulate the graduates of ZADK Academy’s Higher Diploma students Intake 9, 10, and 11, alongside Associate Diploma students Intake 2 and 3.
A total of 94 male and female students have completed their academic journey and begun their professional paths in the culinary world. We are incredibly proud of you and your achievements, and we wish you a bright future filled with success and creativity. You are the fruit of our labor and the ultimate symbol of our mission.
An intake has graduated from an intensive two-month training program implemented in cooperation with Atta Al-Kheir. Spanning a total of 160 training hours, the program included 8 students who trained in a professional culinary environment. The curriculum covered baking, pastry arts, and food safety skills, alongside personal development, critical thinking, and entrepreneurship, with the goal of confidently preparing them for employment opportunities in the culinary sector and future success.
ZADK – The Saudi Culinary Arts Academy organized its International Advisory Board Forum, attended by board members and partners in the hospitality sector. The forum featured panel discussions on the global vision of the culinary field, the importance of sustainability and innovation, and nonprofit operating models, in addition to an interactive session with the academy’s students and alumni.
