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Time Out Dubai
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time Out Dubai
Missing Global Village? You'll enjoy these five alternatives just as much
Global Village closed its doors for summer on Sunday May 18, and it's left a big hole in some of our hearts. Known for its all-out pavilions, viral snacks and funfair rides galore, the warmer weather means the park will be shut until things cool down. But if you're sitting at home, wondering how you'll pass the time until you can see the floating market again, don't fret. If you like this: The 70 best things to do indoors in Dubai We've got some incredible alternatives to keep you going, from thrilling theme parks to fabby food halls that'll cure that Global Village craving. The best Global Village alternatives Ibn Battuta Mall Visit if you're missing: The pavilions The gigantic shopping mall is inspired by the explorer from the 1300s, which means that each section of the building is themed around a different country. Giving you the same feeling as strolling around the Global Village pavilions, you can still get in some retail therapy while checking out the tales of the China Court, the hieroglyphics on the walls of Egypt and the incredible ceilings in Persia. Happy shopping. Open Sun-Thu 10am-10pm, Sat-Sun 10am-midnight. Jebel Ali Village, (800 6254335). IMG World (Credit:Supplied) Visit if you're missing: The rides One of the biggest indoor theme parks on the planet, IMG World of Adventures, features four zones all of which are home to some adrenaline-pumping rides. Start with a run around The Marvel Zone for a thrill-seeking spin on Thor's Thunder Spin, before exploring the Cartoon Network Zone (where you might even see a Powerpuff Girl or two). Dhs365 (general admission), free (kids under 1.05m in height). Open Sun-Thu noon-10pm, Fri-Sat noon-11pm. City of Arabia, (04 403 8888). GLITCH (Credit: GLITCH) Visit if you're missing: The funfair The game park has been on the scene for a while now, and is packed to the max with games from bowling to roller gliding. There's plenty in the gaming realm too for you to have a crack at. Level up on the VR challenges and have a blast from the past on the arcade games. Back to reality, there's even a ninja warrior course if you're brave enough to try it. Game prices vary. Open Mon-Thu 10am-10pm; Fri-Sun 10am-midnight. Al Ghurair Centre, Deira, (04 886 1695). Neighbourhood Market Visit if you're missing: The street food Located in Motor City, this food hall features 11 homegrown brands that are all serving up some seriously tasty treats. If you can't get the dip'it burger out of your head, or the viral pistachio croissant lives in your head rent-free, then switch up the menu and sit down on one of the Neighbourhood's benches. From birria tacos served in a Chips Oman packet to a selection of hearty beef burgers, your tastebuds won't be complaining. Open Sun-Thu noon-11pm. Fri-Sat noon-midnight. Motor City, (055 856 9696). Souk Madinat Jumeirah (Credit: ITP images) Visit if you're missing: The markets Haven't been able to haggle in a while? If you're missing getting lost in the stalls, take yourself to the market in Souk Madinat Jumeirah and get a flavour of Arabic culture. Whether it's a trinket for the house or a new fragrance you're after, once the retail therapy is over reward yourself and dine out at one of the restaurants nestled in the souk — for the authentic Middle Eastern experience, try one of the platters from Al Makan. Open daily 10am-11pm. King Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud St, (04 366 8888). Looking for things to do in Dubai? The 70 best things to do indoors in Dubai Your ultimate guide How to be a big kid in Dubai — from ball pits to laser tag We're throwing it back to the good old days Where to take your friend in Dubai, no matter what their personality We've planned a full itinerary so you don't have to
Time Out Dubai
19-05-2025
- Time Out Dubai
8 surprising things you can do for Dhs1 (or less)
You don't have to walk very far in Dubai to be hit over the head with just how much wealth there is in the city. Fast cars, skyscrapers and some of the finest dining to be had in the world – but do any of them compare to the simple joy of getting something great for next to nothing? That's what we thought. And, even with inflation and prices not being the same as when you were a kid, there's still plenty of Dubai bargains to be had with just one shiny dirham. So, here it is, the most interesting things you can do in Dubai for exactly Dhs1 (or less). Dubai bargains: Things to do for Dhs1 Be bowled over by bargain arcade games Credit: Dubai Bowling Centre An old-school activity at an old-school price. That's right, every Monday at the Dubai Bowling Centre arcade games and rides cost you only Dhs1 per turn. So if you've got one game you're incredible at, that could be hours and hours of fun for the change weighing you down in your pocket. The promotion was introduced last summer at the Al Quoz venue and has continued into this year. Dhs 1 per turn. Every Monday, 10am-midnight. Dubai Bowling Centre, Al Quoz, (04 339 1010). Cross Dubai Creek on an Abra Get on board an abra to cross between old and new Dubai in style. Take in all the sights of the big city on one of these bad boys for, you guessed it, only Dhs1. Abras are typically able to hold around 20 passengers with around 150 boats working between Deira and Bur Dubai from 6am every day. Dhs1 (per trip). 6am-midnight daily. Dubai Creek. You might also like: 50 free things to do in Dubai Get a bag of snacks Retro Dubai treats: Chips Oman Some may call them chips, others may call them crisps but whatever they are they're a great little snack. Chips Oman and Emirates Pofaki can still be bought for around Dhs1 at the time of writing though it is getting harder to track down at that price. You may need to stock up in case this changes any time soon. Grab a cup of Karak Chai Tea Can you hear that? That noise in the distance is the sound of a Dubai old-timer saying it used to be 50 fils back in the day. Now, with inflation, the chances of getting your hands on the Desi delicacy for Dhs1 are getting lower and lower with each passing day, but we're reliably informed that you can still grab a cup of the good stuff in Dubai essentially for free at Koukh Al Shay in Qusais. Dhs1. Koukh Al Shay, Qusais. @koukhalshay Munch on some falafel Grab two falafel for Dhs1 You can grab two pieces of falafel at one of the UAE's most popular Arabian restaurants Falafel Al Rabiah for Dhs1. A deep-fried snack for when you're on the go, don't say we're not good to you. Found in Al Barsha, the restaurant also offers tanoor bread for the same price. Dhs1. 6am-2am daily. Falafel Al Rabiah Al Khadra, Al Barsha. Facebook Take the kids to Majlis Al Ghorfat Um Al Sheef Majlis Al Ghorfat Um Al Sheef Credit: Dubai Culture Ok, this one's a bit of a cheat as you'll also need a ticket but kids under the age of six can enter Majlis Al Ghorfat Um Al Sheef for just Dhs1 (and you'll be Dhs3 so it's really not the end of the world). Majlis Al Ghorfat Um Al Sheef was built in 1955 as a summer residence of the late Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Al Maktoum. The house is made of gypsum and coral rock, with a date palm frond roof and wind tower. Dhs1 (children under six), Dhs3 (adults). 8am – 10pm daily. 17 Street, off Jumeirah Beach Road (04 426 0000) Watch camels race in Al Marmoum You can see camels racing for free in Dubai (Image: Emirates News Agency WAM) All this will cost is some precious time in bed as races usually start early in the morning from between 6am and 9am. You don't even need Dhs1 to watch the racing at Al Marmoum as watching on is completely free for this unusual sport. Races run regularly between December and March. Free. Call for timings. Al Marmoum Camel Racetrack, Dubai-Al Ain Road (04 832 6526). Try your luck at a 1-10 shop Discount stores such as these are ten a penny – or is that try and get ten things for a penny? Regardless, these Dhs1-Dhs10 shops are still quite common in Dubai and if you're after a bargain then it's always worth having a look around to see what you can snag. Stores like Gate, 1 to 10 Centre and Day to Day sell more than just small snacks for the lowest of prices with household items also available. Various locations Amazing things to do in Dubai 50 free things to do in Dubai Want to explore Dubai but save money? Here's your guide 20 fully redeemable pool passes in Dubai Get your money's worth at these Dubai spots — if you can handle the heat 50 things to do for under Dhs50 in Dubai Record-breaking attractions, cheap drinks and bargain days out
Time Out Dubai
21-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out Dubai
6 ugly dishes in Dubai that actually taste amazing
You might not know it, but some of the city's tastiest dishes don't actually look that pretty. They might not be aesthetic enough for an Insta post, but these dishes weren't designed to be prim and proper. If you like this: 43 of Dubai's best burgers to try in 2025 Instead, they're served up to be devoured, with flavours you won't forget easily. So if you're in the mood to eat messy, make one of these ugly dishes your next stop. Dampa Seafood Grill Dampa is a local favourite (Credit: Dampa Food Grill) Dish: Cajun Dump a Seafeast There's no prizes for presentation here. The Time Out Dubai Restaurant Award 2025 winner for Best Budget restaurant simply dumps a bucket of fresh catches onto the table, smothered in the venue's signature Cajun sauce. You'll need to get your hands dirty, but it's more than worth it when you bite into a juicy shrimp. For Dhs176, this feasts feeds around two to three people and comes with rice and a drink. Open daily noon-11.30pm. Deira, @dampaseafoodgrill (04 299 0884). Maisan 15 Dish: Shawarma pizza We know what you're thinking, shawarma and pizza are great enough on their own, they don't need a combination. But that's where you're sadly mistaken. Over at Maisan 15, its fusion dish might seem a little overwhelming, packed with chicken and smothered in garlic ranch, but one bite will convince you otherwise. Open daily 8am-11pm. Al Barsha, @maisan15 (04 244 7291). Morellis Gelato Dish: Spaghetti ice cream Forget your cone, you can now get your ice cream fix in the form of spaghetti. It might look a little odd as your flavour of choice is pressed out into thin noodles, but it tastes just as good. Finish up with your favourite sauce and enjoy that fresh gelato. Open Mon-Thu 10am-1am, Fri-Sun 10am-1am. Dubai Mall, Downtown Dubai, (04 564 2195). NOMAD Dish: Volcano fries This cheesy tower is in a league of its own, and if you're taking it on, we'd recommend sharing between two to three people. It's not hard to see why this is one of the Umm Suqeim restaurant's best sellers — the mounds of crispy fries are coated in cheese and a tangy sauce, before being mixed with crispy chicken pieces and hot Cheetos. Once you take a forkful, this volcano will really erupt, as fries spill out all over the plate (yum). Open daily 4pm-2am. Umm Suqeim, @ (058 954 1613). Tacos Los Hermanos Dish: Chips Oman birria Tacos Los Hermanos at Neighbourhood Food Hall is serving up birria with Chips Oman, and it's all stuffed into the bottom of a crisp packet. Chef Jose packs it with cheese, spicy salsas, chipotle mayo, veggies, Oman Chips and tender birria beef, which might look a little unusual, but tastes incredible. You can also bring your own chips if you want to customise it. Plus, you get to eat it out of the bag which is pretty cool too. Open Sun-Thu noon-10.30pm, Fri-Sat noon-11.30pm. Neighbourhood Food Hall, Motor City, Ugly Burger (Credit: Ugly Burger) Dish: Big Poppa Burger This place was literally founded on the idea of good messy food that doesn't need to look cute to impress. All about the flavour, if you're in the mood for a packed patty then try out the big poppa, crammed with cheese, onion rings, barbecue sauce and garlic mayo. It might ooze out everywhere, but that's the whole point, right? Open Sun-Thu 10am-10pm, Fri-Sat 10am-11pm. Nakheel Mall, Palm Jumeirah, (058 110 8432). Hungry for more? Bread baskets in Dubai that are (almost) as good as the main course Time Out Dubai's favourite cost-free carbs The new Dubai restaurants you need to try in 2025 New year, new restaurants to check out The best spots in Dubai for steak frites Where to go when those fries are calling your name
Yahoo
21-02-2025
- Yahoo
Where to eat in Dubai
This article was produced by National Geographic Traveller (UK). The food scene in Dubai is much like its skyline: ever-changing. Chefs constantly add new flavours to menus that represent the multitude of nationalities that call the emirate home. And while it's known for its opulent fine dining and pull-out-all-the-stops brunches, there are places to suit even more modest budgets, from homely holes-in-the-wall to Michelin Bib Gourmand-recommended restaurants. Chef Reif Othman's well-priced, artfully presented dishes have earned this relaxed neighbourhood spot a Michelin Bib Gourmand for three years running. And devout carnivores will love the hearty Wagyu katsu sando. Between perfectly toasted slices of milk bread, you'll find Australian Wagyu tenderloin coated with charcoal panko breadcrumbs, deep-fried as you like (or to a recommended medium-rare). Layered with another beef slice, it's smothered in tonkatsu sauce and honey-mustard mayo. The main draw of this small grocery store, on a quiet lane in the Jumeirah neighbourhood, is its regag — a thin, crepe-like flatbread made with a batter of unleavened wheat flour. The magic is in the toppings: order it with eggs, cheese and a drizzle of chilli sauce or mahyawa, a fermented fish sauce. The optional addition of crushed and sprinkled Chips Oman crisps really makes the dish — or you can go for the sweet chocolate filling instead. Served on a paper plate, handed to you through a hatch in the window, it's best eaten right there on the pavement. Kunafa is a beloved Arabic dessert of molten cheese concealed under shredded filo pastry and drenched in a sugary syrup. Find it fresh and hot in large trays and cut into hefty golden slabs at Feras Aldiyafa Sweets. The dessert varies regionally — Dubai has many different versions, while the Egyptian recipe calls for a base of clotted cream — and here it's the Palestinian style that steals the show. Made with white brined nabulsi cheese, each bite of kunafa kheshna nabulsi is a mix of sweet and savoury, crispy and gooey. Run by three Syrian brothers, whose food pays homage to their roots, Orfali Bros is an unpretentious, light-filled bistro with a two-storey open kitchen at its heart. It's won a number of accolades, including its first Michelin star earlier this year. The standout dish is a bite-sized caviar bun; delicate and fluffy as a beignet, it comes filled with sour cream and topped with kaluga caviar. Be sure to save space for dessert, though. The Aleppo pistachio cake is a homage to the brothers' hometown, with cake, mousse and praline all held together by a raspberry compote. Head chef Kameel Rasyid's experimental approach to baking has gained a strong following, with queues forming for tables at Bkry, in the Alserkal Avenue arts centre, seven days a week. Everything is house-made, including jams and spreads; even the flour is milled on site. Warm, flaky croissants are made with Tanzanian chocolate or caramelised miso paste, but the rye-flour cinnamon rolls are a true highlight, served with a dollop of cream cheese, toasted pecans and a garnish of orange zest. Fine-dining restaurant Avatara's modern, playful and artistic interpretations of vegetables made it the world's first vegetarian Indian restaurant to earn a Michelin star. The set menu takes diners on a culinary journey across India via local, seasonal produce — and the karuvelvilas (bitter gourd) is the dish to try. The humble vegetable is rarely seen on restaurant menus, and here it's been elevated by roasting with ghee and serving with mango gelato and crispy latticed rice and lentil dosa. Published in Issue 26 (winter 2024) of Food by National Geographic Traveller (UK).To subscribe to National Geographic Traveller (UK) magazine click here. (Available in select countries only).
