#emirati food
Chebab: A Guide to the Gulf's Light and Airy Pancakes
Discover chebab, the yeast-raised pancake loved across the Emirates, and learn how to enjoy it with date syrup, cheese or a cup of karak.
Harees: The Slow-Cooked Wheat and Meat Dish of the Gulf
Discover harees, a comforting porridge-like dish made from wheat and meat, traditionally enjoyed during Ramadan and festive occasions across the Arab Gulf.
Balaleet: The Sweet-Savoury Noodle Breakfast of the Gulf
Balaleet is a traditional Gulf breakfast of sweetened vermicelli topped with a thin omelette, blending cardamom, saffron and rose water. Here's what makes it a beloved morning dish across the Emirates and beyond.
Khabees: A Guide to the Gulf's Sweet Flour Dessert
Discover khabees, a traditional sweet dish from the United Arab Emirates and neighbouring Gulf states, often enjoyed during Ramadan and Eid.
Regag: The Paper-Thin Bread of the Gulf
Regag is a delicate, almost transparent flatbread cooked on a hot griddle. Here's how it's made and the best ways to enjoy it across the region.
Machboos and Kabsa: A Friendly Guide to the Gulf's Favourite Spiced Rice
From Kuwait to Muscat, a fragrant platter of spiced rice and meat sits at the heart of family meals. Here is what goes into machboos and kabsa, and how to enjoy them.