Without ever boarding a plane, journey to the Sultanate of Oman — a land of timeless heritage and rich traditions.
Join us for an authentic cultural evening with the Embassy of the Sultanate of Oman at the Sultan Qaboos Cultural Center, where the spirit of Oman comes alive. Experience the beauty of Omani hospitality, taste the cuisine of this ancient land, explore its historic crafts and music, and discover the stories that have shaped this remarkable nation nestled along the Arabian Sea.
FEATURING:
1) DIPLOMATIC GREETING: Meet the diplomats from Oman, including a special diplomatic greeting!
2) OMANI FOOD: Savor a specially curated buffet featuring authentic Omani dishes alongside other culinary delights from the Gulf region. Experience the distinctive flavors of Oman’s heritage — from aromatic spices to traditional delicacies — all prepared with care and authenticity.
A selection of fresh juices and non-alcoholic beverages will also be served.
MENU:
Kibbeh
Hummus
Baba Ganugh
Bashamel
Haneeth lamb w/rice
Mandi chicken w/rice
Salad
Dessert: Basboosa
3) MUSIC: Experience Omani music as interpreted by a native Oud player.
4) HENNA: Give yourself a temporary tattoo and souvenir of Oman with our special Henna artist.
5) OMANI ART: Throughout the SQCC, you will witness some of the special paintings, artifacts, regional displays, and more artistic work originating from Oman.
6) INTRODUCTION TO ARABIC: As an option, we will have expert language instructors on hand to give oy some basic lessons in Arabic.
Suggested Attire
Business Casual. Preppy at a Minimum. (Jeans, Tee Shirts, Sneakers or other Casual Wear are not Acceptable)
