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For every food lover out there, Dubai is nothing less than a paradise! The best part about it is that you get to try foods from across the globe in their actual authenticity without having to actually travel there. The same applies to Indian food as well. Dubai is home to the best Indian restaurants in the world, and if you are here this holiday season, make it a priority to visit these foodalicious places without fail! The Best Part About Dubai What’s Dubai’s finest feature? Personally, I’d say the food! Dubai is famous for its architecture and elegance, but what about its food? The site blends global cultures. It allows you to do a culinary tour of Dubai, which is amazing.  Have you wished to sample 100% real South Indian food? We have it in Dubai. What about Eastern Indian cuisine? We have that too. See? No need to go across India—just visit Dubai’s eateries to savor these amazing delicacies. So Dubai’s finest feature is its cuisine! Dubai’s Top Indian Restaurants Our Dubai is the proud owner of some of the best Indian restaurants across the globe, and these places are so fine that they give tough competition to the actual restaurants in India. If you are in Dubai and are looking for the very best Indian restaurants, then here is a comprehensive list of the finest of them:   1. Antique Bazaar If the ambiance of a restaurant is as important to you as the taste of the food it offers, then I suggest you visit Antique Bazaar, which has one of the most breathtaking interiors any restaurant has. The fact that it has won multiple awards for its finesse only adds to its charm. You get to taste both vegetarian and non-vegetarian food here, making it apt for almost everyone. The rustic vibe and mouth-watering dishes make an excellent combo, don’t they? Some of the top dishes here include the famous Divan Handi Ghost, mango lassi, Ghost Angar,  mutton biryani, and tikkas. The restaurant is open from 12:30 to 3:30 in the afternoon and then again from 6 pm to 12 am. 200 AED is the approximate price of the food for two people here.   2. Rang Mahal If culinary extravaganza is what you are looking for, then I highly recommend the Royal Rang Mahal restaurant located in the JV Marriot Marquis Hotel. The best part about the restaurant apart from the tasty food, is that it is prepared by a Michelin-star chef! Now you can rest assured that there won’t be any compromise in the taste of the food. The place is open from 6 pm to 11:30 pm, and you can access it any day. The best dishes of Rang Mahal include soft shell crabs, Keema toast, and fish fry. The approximate price for dining here for two people is around 455 AED.   3. Rangoli Anybody who loves absolutely traditional and authentic Indian food must visit Rangoli restaurant when they are in Dubai. There are only a few other places across the globe that provide such tasty dishes with a focus on Gujarathi cuisine. The only other place where you can get true taste of this particular cuisine is Gujarat itself. This exquisite restaurant is located in Meena Bazaar of Burj Dubai and is open from 9 am to 11:30 pm every day. Now, this is a pure vegetarian restaurant where you get a chance to taste dishes like Gujarathi Thaali, pani puri, and other authentic north and south Indian dishes for just 85 AED for two people.   4. Indigo by Vineet As the name suggests, this restaurant is owned by Chef Vineet Bhatia, who is a Michelin-star chef. The interesting part about the restaurant is its interior design, which stays true to its Indian roots. You can see decor items fashioned based on gendha phool and Indian Gods. The restaurant is open from 7 pm in the evening to 12 am every day, and you get a chance to taste some of the tastiest Indian dishes like the kebab platter, butter chicken, and the very famous Indian samosa. The restaurant is located in Dubai Marina, and you can access the food here at 650 AED for two people.   5. India Palace Restaurant Nothing screams regal more than the Indian Palace Restaurant. It started operating in Dubai in the year 1997 and is a combination of Mughlai and Indian dishes. There is a slight emphasis given to North-West Indian dishes here, including the cuisines of places like Rajasthan and Gujarat. The food is served in clay pots to add to the authenticity. You can find all kinds of grilled food delicacies and biriyanis here for just 180 AED for two people. The restaurant is open from 12 pm in the afternoon till 12 pm in the evening, so you won’t miss it, surely.   6. Zafran Indian Bistro Want to try something a bit different from the traditional Indian recipes? How about contemporary Indian dishes, then? If that’s what you are looking for, then do not miss Zafran Indian Bistro. They specialize in serving contemporary Indian food, especially from the northwestern part of India. The restaurant is located in the vicinity of the Dubai Marina Mall and offers some Pakistani delicacies as well. The best-selling dishes of Zafran Indian Bistro include Feta and Rocket, Laal Maas, Tandoori, Butter Chicken, and Kebab. The price here is between 150 and 190 AED for two people.   7. Calicut Notebook Restaurant If authentic South Indian dishes are what you are after, make sure to visit the Calicut Notebook Restaurant. Located near the busy United Hypermarket, this restaurant has a cozy and homely vibe to it. Along with traditional South Indian dishes like appam, you also get access to parathas, Thia prawns, and chilly chicken. 115 AED for two people is the price range to dine here.   8. Kamat Restaurant As a 100% vegetarian restaurant, Kamat has been the recipient of tons of

Food has this incredible magical power of bringing people from across the globe together and celebrating the culture of different nations. We all know how mesmerizing a place the UAE is as well. When we combine these two elements, you get a firework of culinary delights at your fingertips. Exploring a nation’s food is an excellent way to bring to the core of its culture and appreciate its rich history. So, if you plan to visit Dubai this holiday season, please sign up for a food tour experience! What Exactly Are Food Tours? Do you enjoy eating a lot and taking the time to learn about it? The finest thing you can do when visiting the UAE is go on a cuisine tour. It is precisely what it sounds like—a culinary extravaganza. The trip lets you sample and discover the many cuisines served at the top eateries in the United Arab Emirates. Numerous businesses provide tourists with food excursions, and the selection and breadth of each one varies according to the kind of tour you select. Generally speaking, there are two culinary tours: private and group. These tours vary from one to four hours in length. A food tour’s membership count and age range are also variable. Don’t worry; you may customize these aspects to your specifications, as most companies provide personalization. What Can Be Expected From A Food Tour In The UAE? You can expect to eat tons and tons of tasty food, now that’s for sure! More seriously, food tours are extremely professional events conducted by reputable companies. You can check out the websites of companies offering food tour services in the UAE and see for yourself. Although the specifications differ, some general things remain the same. The places you visit as a part of the food tours are nothing less than breathtaking. Most food tours include the iconic destinations and restaurants of Dubai, as well as the exotic and lesser-known locations and old souks. Places you never knew existed can be spotted during a food tour because the guides are the locals of the place who see these food joints pretty well. The best part is that you don’t have to get tired walking from one place to another, as these food tour companies provide transportation. You can enjoy the tour privately or as part of a larger group; that’s all up to you. The Best Types Of Food Tours Available in the UAE Although the packages and itinerary of the food tour change from company to company, here is a general overview of some of the awesome packages available in Dubai that you can think of participating in:   1. The 10 Tastings of Dubai With Locals There is this unique food tour package a couple of companies in Dubai offer, where you will be taken to all the famous food hotspots of Dubai. The tour generally includes people from the age group 5 to 99 (now that’s pretty inclusive, right?). You get to have a taste of some of the more authentic dishes of Dubai, like camel milk dates and falafel. The duration of the tour is said to be 3 hours, and there might be options to take it privately. You get to visit the famous Textile Souk of Dubai and taste authentic food from the local street vendors. Most companies offer vegetarian alternatives, so make sure to have a chat with them if you are a vegetarian.   2. Burj Al Arab with Hotel InsideTour Burj Al Arab Jumeirah Restaurant is one of the iconic food locations in Dubai, and there are food tours dedicated to this location alone. It is usually a group tour rather than a private one and might take 4 hours to complete. The best thing about this restaurant after its food is the architecture. If you love superhuman architectural designs and wonders, sign up for this tour already! There is a family buffet dining option available, along with dishes from other nations like the Asian lunch and the French dinner.   3. Dhow Cruise at Dubai Creek This 1hr 30 30-minute tour of the best food locations in Dubai is extra special as it includes an international buffet dinner. There are official welcome drinks available here along with some other refreshments like tea and coffee. The tour passes through the Heritage Villages of Al Fahidi and Old Dubai. Original and authentic Emirati dishes are the next biggest highlights of the tour.   4. Luxury Dubai Canal Cruise Now we are entering a bit more luxe area. This luxury food tour is available at most companies offering the service, especially during the time of the new year. You will be traveling in a Dhow Boat, and the food will be something sort of a five-star international buffet. The boat passes through exotic locations like the Festival City Mall, Burj Khalifa, and Walafar Bridge. You might also have options to take souvenir photos. All in all, this food tour screams luxury. If this is something you are looking forward to, then ask your tour operator to connect with the food tour companies immediately.   5. Hot Air Balloon Flight And Breakfast Ooh, sounds fancy, huh! If a dow boat won’t do, then a hot air balloon will definitely do. You get an opportunity to taste excellent food and enjoy the breathtaking beauty of Dubai all in one go. Now what can be more exciting than that? This is typically an event that lasts for an hour or so, and you will have one email while you are up there. Most probably, it will be a gourmet breakfast. Align with the food and refreshments, you get a chance to take part in events like camel rides and falconry.   6. Multiculture Cusine Food Tour This is a private tour, mind you. It lasts for four hours, and you can attend nine tastings. The interesting part is the restaurant, which is named Pier 7. It consists of 7 different restaurants, each