🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates

Cuisine of United Arab Emirates

Emirati cuisine is a vibrant fusion of Bedouin traditions and coastal influences, celebrated for its aromatic spices, slow-cooked meats, and hearty grains. Rooted in the desert and sea, it offers comforting, flavorful dishes that reflect the UAE's history of trade and hospitality.

Signature Ingredients
CardamomSaffronDried lime (loomi)ThymeDates
Local Specialties
Dates
Sweet, nutrient-rich fruit central to Emirati culture
Ghee
Clarified butter used for richness and flavor
Raqaq bread
Thin, crispy flatbread
Ghaff leaves
Indigenous tree leaves used for flavoring
Camel milk
Traditional dairy product with cultural significance

List of Michelin Star restaurants in United Arab Emirates

How many Michelin Star restaurants in United Arab Emirates in 2025?