Private Traditional Food tour

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Private Traditional Food tour

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 US$179.81  per guest
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10 meals
Summary
Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
Where to Meet
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Duration
3 hours
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Number of Guests
1 - 8 guests
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Language
English
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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

“Nothing tells a culture like its food”. An opportunity to “taste” the culture through highlighted plates of the local cuisine. Our expert Emirati guides will “indulge” you with five platers course and will enrich your tasty and learning experience, with description of the ingredients and the development of the cuisine.

Sample Menu

STARTER
Lentil soup
A starter widely enjoyed in Emirati homes. Made with red or yellow lentils simmered with mild spices, this soup reflects simple Bedouin flavors
STARTER
Rqaq
A thin flatbread cooked on a hot griddle. served with honey, cheese, reflecting the Bedouin tradition of versatile bread making.
MAIN
Machbos
Considered a signature main course in Emirati cuisine, this is spiced basmati rice cooked with tender chicken or lamb, with deep flavor.
MAIN
Camel burger
Camel meat has long been part of Bedouin life, and today, it’s reimagined in a way that connects tourists to culture with every bite.
DESSERT
Kunafa
Crispy pastry layered with cheese or cream, soaked in syrup and topped with pistachios.

What You Get

Local guide
Private tour
Snacks
Extra amount of food

Good To Know

  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What You’ll Experience

“Nothing tells a culture like its food”. An opportunity to “taste” the culture through highlighted plates of the local cuisine. Our expert Emirati guides will “indulge” you with five platers course and will enrich your tasty and learning experience, with description of the ingredients and the development of the cuisine.

Start Time

Start Time / Opening Hours
02/01/2026 - 28/09/2027
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SUNDAY
10:00 - 23:00

Meeting & Pickup

Pickup Point
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Pickup Details
Complimentary pickup is provided from any agreed location within Abu Dhabi city. Your Emirati tour guide will contact you via WhatsApp before the experience to confirm the pickup time and location. Please ensure your WhatsApp number is active and reachable on the day of the tour.

Cancellation Policy

For experiences with opening hours, the cancellation deadline is 24 hours before the earliest opening time on the scheduled date.

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Reviews
4.9
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based on 13 reviews
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Experiencing Emirati history through food
June 25, 2026

Make sure you come hungry because there will be a lot of food! I really recommend this food tour because of the great storytelling by our guide, Dana, a local Emirati who is really passionate about...read more

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A thanks
January 11, 2026

The best experience i never had with Arabic culture and a friendly guide thank you so much for the memorable time with my friends.

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It was a truly special family experience and absolutely not to be missed. We all enjoyed the wonderful atmosphere and th
January 11, 2026

It was a truly special family experience and absolutely not to be missed. We all enjoyed the wonderful atmosphere and the excellent organization, which thoughtfully catered to both adults and child...read more

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Ein ganz tolles Erlebnis!
December 25, 2022

Auf dieser Tour haben wir viel über die Geschichte von Abu Dhabi und über das traditionelle Essen gelernt. So konnten wir eine Seite der Stadt entdecken die uns bisher als Tourist verborgen geblieb...read more

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Valuable experience
February 05, 2022

I enjoyed the number of dishes served and the great hospitality. And I discovered that there are common spices between the Arab Gulf countries and Asian countries. I recommend this tour to everyone

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