As one of the world's top coffee-consuming countries, Saudi Arabia actively marks the International Coffee Day, and takes immense pride in its rich coffee culture.This day, observed annually on October 1, is marked by various events, initiatives, and activities underscoring the nation's great love for coffee.Saudi coffee is a cultural symbol that embodies the Saudi people's cherished values of hospitality and warm reception.Each region of the Kingdom has its unique coffee-making tradition. In the central region of Najd, cardamom and saffron are added to the coffee, while in the southern region, cloves, ginger, and cinnamon are added to those two ingredients. In Hail, coffee is mixed with cardamom, saffron, and cloves, and in the western region, people only add cardamom.Coffee is served following specific traditions as well. The dallah, the coffee pot, is held in and poured with the left hand, and the cup is presented to the guest with the right hand.The Ministry of Environment, Water, and Agricultur e has focused on expanding coffee cultivation, with the goal of attaining self-sufficiency in the future. This endeavor aims to boost economic returns and help growth of non-oil sector's contribution to GDP, consistent with Vision 2030 objective.Source: Saudi Press Agency