RIYADH: At only 23, Abdullah Sharbatly has transformed his passion for cooking into a vibrant online presence. The Saudi Arabia content creator has garnered more than 150 million views for his captivating and sometimes shocking videos. Sharbatly’s content is not for the fainthearted; it might be triggering for vegans as he often films live animals including ducks, rabbits and goats before cooking them.
In just one year, he has carved a niche for himself by showcasing dishes using ingredients not commonly featured in everyday cooking. “What truly boosted my followers was the unique food I prepared,” Sharbatly said. “I became the first in Saudi Arabia to create content like this, showing live animals, and my videos stood out for being short, never exceeding 20 seconds, focusing on easy and simple cooking techniques.
” This innovative approach has allowed him to condense entire recipes into quick clips that resonate with viewers, particularly those with busy lifestyles. Sharbatly’s journey began when he moved to the UK to study. It was there that he and his friends decided to film themselves cooking a simple pizza in an oven.
To their surprise, the video went viral, reaching 1.8 million views on TikTok. “I was always into vlogging but I used to vlog my adventures at the beach while riding jet skis.
When this video hit 1 million, I decided to focus more on cooking videos.” His early experiences in the UK not only influenced his cooking style but also expanded his h.