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mains, coffee, dates and even
bachoor
(incense). Prices are reasonable and it's much
loved by locals.
Spazio 77$$$
INTERNATIONAL
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( 211 1888;
www.spazio77.com
; Kingdom Tower; pasta SR77-89, mains SR94-246; 10am-1am Sat-Thu,
1pm-1am Fri)
Located in the nook of the 'necklace' of the Kingdom Tower, Spazio 77 is a
combination brasserie, coffeehouse, sushi bar, cigar bar and, of all things, an oxygen bar.
Michelin-starred French chef Alain Soliveres oversees the kitchen but there's a family-
friendly Friday buffet.
The Globe$$$
INTERNATIONAL
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( 273 3000;
www.rosewoodhotels.com
; Al-Faisaliah Tower; 3-/4-/5-course set menus from SR290/380/425;
noon-2.30pm, 8pm-12.30am)
The Globe is one of five restaurants in Al-Faisaliah Tower and one
of the most romantic spots in town. Cosy, dimly lit and with spectacular views, this is one
of the best restaurants in Riyadh. The food is as elegant as the setting.
Shopping
In a country where there are few public diversions, shopping has become a national sport.
With more designer outlets than you can shake a Gold Amex card at,
Kingdom Tower
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( 211 2222; Al-Mamlaka Mall; 9am-noon & 4-11pm Sat-Thu, 4-11pm Fri)
even has a
floor for women only (Ladies Kingdom) and the
Sky Shopping Mall
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( 273
& 4-10.30pm Sat-Tue, families only 10am-11.30pm Wed-Thu & 4-10.30pm Fri)
is also well known and popu-
lar.
Souq al-Thumairi
HANDICRAFTS
(Al-Thumairi St; 9am-noon & 4-9pm Sat-Thu, 4-9pm Fri)
For authentic handicrafts, head to Souq al-
Thumairi immediately south of the Masmak Fortress in the Al-Dira area. The shops in the
small lanes offer everything from carpets to coffee pots and silver daggers to silver jew-
ellery.
Jarir Bookstore
BOOKS
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