Sharjah, Kalba to launch first Jashe and Sahnah Festival on September 24
Dubai: More than 65 productive families and home-based fishing businesses will take part in Kalba’s inaugural Jashe and Sahnah Festival from September 24 to 27, showcasing traditional fish products while creating new commercial opportunities for local producers. Organised by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) in cooperation with Kalba City Municipality, the festival will be held…
Sharjah and Kalba will host the first Jashe and Sahnah Festival on September 24-27. The four-day event, organized by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry in collaboration with Kalba City Municipality, aims to promote traditional fish products and traditional fishing practices. Over 65 productive families and home-based fishing businesses will showcase their goods at the 4,800-square-meter Al Samar site in Al Ghail Suburb.
The festival will highlight two staples of the UAE's maritime food heritage: sun-dried fish, known as Jashe, and fermented fish condiment, known as Sahnah. Participants will engage in live demonstrations of traditional techniques, heritage workshops for families and children, and Sahnah preparation using a traditional mortar and pestle.
Competitions will award prizes for the best Sahnah product, a family dish featuring Jashe and Sahnah, and children's Jashe and Sahnah creations. The event aims to preserve national identity, create business opportunities, and encourage younger generations to learn about traditional fishing and sustainable practices.
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