Any gourmet lover who has been to Dubai will tell you what an absolute haven for foodies the emirate is. Visitors from all over the world flock here for some of the finest restaurants on earth. There’s a good reason for this. According to the UAE’s Ministry of Labour, over 200 different nationalities live in Dubai. Little wonder then, culinary choices in this truly multicultural destination are often overwhelming.
From world-class food festivals to international food chains, gourmet dining in Dubai Marina Restaurants, and small restaurants serving authentic cuisine from all around the globe, Dubai really has something to suit all tastes (and pockets). Each restaurant is not simply somewhere to eat, but a destination for stunning décor, amazing views and unforgettable culinary experiences. Dubai’s five-star hotel restaurants, featuring some the world’s best celebrity chefs, are world class. But it is in the inexpensive shisha cafés and simple restaurants, offering Arab and Lebanese cuisine, that you are more likely see local Emiratis dining, with their plush 4x4s parked on the road alongside.
A luxury vacation in Dubai has to include reservations at some of its most upscale restaurants including Michelin starred Chef Gordon Ramsay’s Verre at the Hilton Dubai Creek, Gary Rhodes’ Rhodes Mezzanine at the Grosvenor House, and the world-famous Japanese chef Nobu Matsuhisa at Atlantis, The Palm. And if you want to dine in a restaurant that offers spectacular views of Dubai, book a table at Neos. This panoramic sky bar is located on the 63rd floor of The Address, Downtown Burj Khalifa which is situated beside Dubai Mall.
But while in Dubai, it’s truly worthwhile trying out the local cuisine. Arabic is mostly based on Lebanese cuisine. Common dishes are shawarmas (carved lamb or chicken carved from spit and tucked into pita bread with salad and tahina), falafel (mashed chick peas and sesame seeds rolled into balls and deep fried), hummus (creamy chick pea and tahina dip) and tabbouleh (buckwheat mixed with parsley and mint). Most Arabic restaurants offer a good selection of fresh fruit juices to accompany the meal. Local Emirati food also blends ingredients imported from around Asia and the Middle East. Characteristic spices include cinnamon, saffron and turmeric, along with almonds, pistachios, limes and dried fruit. Dried limes are common in Emirati cuisine and reflect a Persian influence, giving dishes a distinctive tangy flavor.
Dining out is a major pastime of locals, residents and visitors, and the restaurant scene has never been as varied and exciting as it is right now. In short, if you enjoy food, Dubai is where you ought to be!
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