Sharjah, November 15, 2024

HE Sheikh Saud bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Director General of Sharjah Digital Department, presents the “Technology Terms Dictionary” to HE Ahmed bin Rakkad Al Ameri, CEO of the Sharjah Book Authority on the sidelines of the 43rd edition of the Sharjah International Book Fair. The bilingual (Arabic-English) dictionary, developed by Sharjah Cybersecurity Centre, serves as a comprehensive reference for researchers and professionals in information technology and cybersecurity.

Last chance for foodies at SIBF 2024: 10 must-try dishesto savour at the Sharjah Book Fair’s concluding weekend From fusion burgers to Korean bibimbap, here’s why the book fair’s culinary lineup is drawing food lovers to the region’s largest cultural event

Sharjah, November 15, 2024

If you haven’t yet made it to the 43rd annual Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF), now is the time to catch the excitement—especially if you’re a foodie. As the fair wraps up this Sunday, visitors are still pouring in, not only for the books and cultural experiences but for a world of culinary exploration. With global flavours, inventive fusion dishes, and local favourites, here’s a look at some of the unmissable dishes that has reinforced SIBF’s reputation as a culinary destination:

Made using palm fronds & leather rope the bookmark making activity at the Sharjah International Book Fair led by the Irthi Contemporary Crafts Council

Sharjah, November 15, 2024

Irthi Contemporary Crafts Council (Irthi) is at the 43rdSharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) introducing children to traditional Emirati crafts and training them in a bid to keep the heritage and traditions alive. One such workshop involves making bookmarks with palm fronds, a quick craft work that gives children the satisfaction of making something useful yet traditional.

Top chefs share rich Moroccan flavours with UAE’s culinary enthusiasts through live demos; part of the country’s Guest of Honour programme at Sharjah International Book Fair

Sharjah, November 15, 2024

The Cookery Corner at the 43rd Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) has been offering readers and culinary enthusiasts a delightful exploration of the art of cooking, straight from the chefs themselves. With over 50 sessions scheduled across the 12 days of the festival, visitors have the unique opportunity to engage closely with celebrated food authors and sample an array of their culinary creations.

A workshop by UAE-based Skilldeer team taught them to embrace
sustainable solutions like customised cloth bags in place of plastic.

Sharjah, November 15, 2024

A fun and creative workshop “Design Your Own Bag Patches” taught young schoolgirls how to personalise their bags by designing their own patches at the Comics station of the 43rd edition of the Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF), which is happening at Expo Centre Sharjah.