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Ingredient Supplier to High-end Restaurants

Opportunity overview

Establishing a premium food ingredient wholesaler in Saudi Arabia dedicated to supplying high-end and fine dining restaurants with high-quality frozen, chilled, and dry ingredients.
The project aims to support the rapid expansion of Saudi Arabia’s upscale restaurant scene by providing reliable access to premium ingredients, contributing to the development of the Kingdom’s culinary ecosystem.

Key Details

Investment Size :
SAR 11 million
Business Model :
Wholesale sourcing and distribution of premium food ingredients
Target Clients :
Fine dining restaurants, luxury hotels, cafés, catering companies
Geographic Focus :
Major urban centers including Riyadh and Jeddah, with national expansion potential

Expected Returns

Internal Rate of Return (IRR) :
16.1%
Net Present Value (NPV) :
SAR 7 million
Revenue Streams :
  • Sale of premium food ingredients (frozen, chilled, dry goods)
  • Delivery and logistics fees

Impact

Economic Contribution :
Supports the Ministry of Culture’s objective to generate SAR 1.6–2.2 billion in additional direct GDP contribution from the culinary arts sector
Employment :
Creation of skilled jobs across logistics, sourcing, quality control, and sales
Sector Development :

Strengthens the supply chain for fine dining and international
culinary brands entering Saudi Arabia

Market Drivers

  • Saudi Arabia’s food and beverage market valued at SAR 88 billion in 2024, projected to reach SAR 104 billion by 2029

  • The Kingdom represents 56% of the GCC full-service restaurant market, the largest share in the region

  • Rapid entry of internationally renowned fine dining and Michelin-star restaurant concepts into Riyadh and Jeddah

  • Growing demand for consistent, high-quality ingredients among premium restaurants

  • Rising food tourism and experiential dining aligned with Vision 2030

Why Invest in Saudi Arabia?

  • Strong growth in the high-end restaurant and hospitality sectors
  • Government focus on developing culinary arts as a cultural and economic pillar
  • Expanding logistics and distribution infrastructure under the National Transport and Logistics Strategy
  • Attractive market size with limited specialized premium ingredient suppliers
  • Strategic location enabling future regional distribution across the GCC

Additional Highlights

  • High scalability through inventory optimization, advanced logistics systems, and supplier partnerships
  • Potential to expand into private-label products and specialty imports
  • Alignment with cultural initiatives supporting gastronomy and culinary excellence
  • Access to indirect incentives through logistics, employment support, and cultural-sector development programs
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