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The Queen of Sheba – Sufra Time at Mocha Box Coffeehouse
September 11 @ 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
$95
Was the Queen of Sheba a brilliant ruler, a fearless traveler, a master diplomat—or all three?
Her story has echoed across civilizations for nearly 3,000 years, appearing in Jewish, Christian and Islamic traditions and inspiring generations of art, literature and legend. Yet behind the mystery stood the extraordinary kingdom of Saba in ancient Yemen—a wealthy and sophisticated civilization shaped by international trade, ingenious agriculture and the monumental Marib Dam.
In The Queen of Sheba, part of Sufra Time: An Immersive Yemeni Dining Journey, you’ll enter her world and explore the woman behind one of history’s most enduring legends. Follow her celebrated encounter with King Solomon, discover the competing traditions that claim her legacy, and consider how a queen from southern Arabia became a timeless symbol of wisdom, courage and leadership.
Her story also opens an unexpected window between Arabia and Appalachia. Both regions have been sustained by resilient women whose leadership was not always recorded in official histories, but whose influence held families, communities and traditions together. Across both cultures, history lives through treasured stories passed from one generation to the next.
Through dramatic storytelling, cinematic imagery, Arabian food and lively audience participation, The Queen of Sheba transforms ancient history into an evening of mystery, discovery and connection.
Come meet the legendary queen whose influence crossed deserts, kingdoms and centuries—and whose story may be even more remarkable than the legend.
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