KitchenOctober 8, 2026
Why everything starts at the charcoal grill
Three cuisines share one fire in our kitchen. Here is why we never switched it off for gas.
The La Rio journal
Notes from three kitchens and one charcoal grill: how we cook, what is in season, and how to plan an evening with us.
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StoriesSeptember 28, 2026
Three kitchens, one pass
How an Argentine grill, an Italian oven and a Turkish mezze bar learned to send food out together.
KitchenSeptember 16, 2026
A pizza dough that takes its time
Flour, water, salt, a little yeast and a long cold rest. What makes the crust on our Margherita.
KitchenSeptember 2, 2026
Asado, the Argentine way
In Argentina an asado is less a recipe than an afternoon. This is how we bring it to the table in Riyadh.
OccasionsAugust 20, 2026
Planning a private dinner at La Rio
Birthdays, family gatherings and business dinners. What to tell us when you book, and what we take care of.
StoriesAugust 5, 2026
The case for a table of mezze
Small plates, passed hand to hand. Why the Turkish side of our menu is the best way to start an evening.