Traditional Emirati Food And Restaurants In Dubai
When it comes to food, Dubai is known for its vast culinary selection. From its popular street-food vendors to exquisite upscale restaurants, there's something for everyone. But one cuisine that is especially dear to locals is Emirati traditional food.
Emirati cuisine is rich in Arabian culture and flavors, with influences from Iran, India, and Turkey too. Multiple sea foods such as prawns, crabs, and fish form a core part of Emirati dishes, along with meats such as camel, goat, and lamb. Traditional recipes are lovingly prepared with fragrant and flavorful spices and herbs, and recipes can be traced back generations.
Traditional Emirati restaurants can be found all over Dubai, with some specializing in specific dishes such as sag gosht, a lamb and spinach stew cooked with dry fruits and spices. While some restaurants have a solely Emirati menu, many have fused traditional dishes with modern elements.
Kamat is another traditional Emirati favorite. It's made with wheat, lamb, clarified butter and an array of Middle Eastern spices. Served with yoghurt and accompanied by a generous portion of meat and vegetables, this is the ultimate comfort food.
An experience that shouldn't be missed is taste and hospitality of an Emirati home, where many of the country’s traditonal dishes are served family style. Discover Refash, a restaurant based on the concept of a traditional Emirati home, where dishes are shared among family and friends over lively conversations.
For a modern twist on traditional Emirati dishes, Marasi provides guests with a chic, urban ambience as they sample delicious delicacies from the U.A.E's culinary past. From their signature camel tartare to traditional lagamati dessert, Marasi celebrates Emirati culture with every bite.
For those keen to learn more about the cuisine, Al Halabi offers Emirati cooking classes. From how to make the perfect balaleet (sweet vermicelli) to falafel wrapped in margoog, guests are introduced to traditional specialties or have the option to tailor the menu according to their needs.
From street-side stalls to upscale restaurants, visitors and local alike can experience the delights of traditional Emirati cuisine. How its spices enrich the palate and the warmth and hospitality of the country, one meal at a time.
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