Abu Dhabi restaurants serving traditional Emirati cuisine offer dishes rooted in the regions Bedouin and coastal heritage, from machboos spiced rice with meat or fish and slow-cooked harees to luqaimat sweet dumplings and Arabic coffee. Increasingly celebrated, this local food offers an authentic taste of the Emirates beyond the international dining scene. Sampling genuine Emirati dishes in the capital is a rewarding way to connect with the culture and traditions of the UAE.
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