Explore Dubai’s homegrown produce scene

• Dubai’s vast food scene can be explored in local farms, specialty shops

• Focus on food security and regenerative farming practices has helped the agricultural sector grow in Dubai

Mohammed Aissaoui, a former engineer born and raised in the south of France into a farming family came to Dubai with the goal of creating a self-sustaining farm in the middle of the desert by combining nature with advanced technology. A self-sustaining eco-farm was the result of his efforts. Visitors learn about and taste all types of fruits, vegetables and various kinds of honey. There is also a wide variety of different soaps produced at My Farm Dubai, offering delightful gifts for family and friends. Mohammed also educates visitors on the UAE’s unique and thriving farming heritage, making it a must-attend attraction for those looking to do something different.

Desert Organic: It is an Emirate-owned and run family business producing delicious organic fruit and vegetables. Amongst the 50 types of crops at this four-hectare farm, visitors can purchase kale, celery, capsicums, aubergines, pumpkins and a wide variety of herbs and dates. 

Camelicious: Located off the Al Ain road lies the much-lovedCamelicious, an ideal activity for the whole family to enjoy. Visitors can experience close encounters with Arabia’s native animal on the sustainable camel farm and enjoy activities such as feeding the camels, taking pictures, watch camel races and more. Guests can also enjoy or purchase an array of camel dairy products including milk and ice cream.

Jumeirah Fish Market

Located in the heart of Umm Suqeim, the market offers 50 different types of seafood including lobster, crab, tiger prawns, shrimps, fish and more.

Visitors can also get it cleaned before taking it to one of the nearby local restaurants to cook it to your liking.

The Hatta Honey Bee Garden: The one-of-its-kind place, which produces 100% raw honey and blends education with experience by highlighting the importance of bees to our environment.

ARTISANAL PRODUCTS

MirzamChocolate, Al Quoz 3:  For unique chocolate flavors synonymous with Dubai such as date and cardamom, visitors must head to MirzamChocolate. Visitors can experience every aspect of chocolate making at this beautiful workshop, from roasting cocoa beans to hand wrapping each bar.

The Ripe Market: Visit this place for the finest artisanal products every week. The market runs across multiple locations across the city including the Dubai Police Academy, Springs Souk, Nakheel Mall and Times Square Centre. The Ripe Market not only nourishes local businesses but provides a platform for young, talented artisans in the UAE to grow and develop.

LOCAL FAVORITES

Dubai’s Spice Souk is a colorful, aromatic and sensory experience, and a great way to discover the region’s authentic flavors. Visitors can discover the foundations of traditional Arabic and South Asian cuisine as they explore the old-world spice market in Dubai’s heritage area. A wide variety of fragrant teas from all over the world is also on offer.

No trip to Dubai would be complete without savoring its signature delicacy; the humble date. Visitors can purchase these sweet gems on every corner of the city, with luxurious boutiques such as Bateel offering tasting sessions and farm-to-table experiences, as well as a brief history of the date’s importance in the region.

For those wanting to get an in-depth look at the date production process, Dubai is soon to house the world’s largest privately owned date factory, Al Barakah Dates, set to run on 6,500 solar panels to offset 3,000 tons of emissions per year.