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Private Traditional Food tour
“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.
“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.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Khalidiyah Street - “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.
- Khalidiyah Street - “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.
What's Included
- Local guide
- Private tour
- Snacks
- Tea and coffee
- Food tasting
- Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
- Local guide
- Private tour
- Snacks
- Tea and coffee
- Food tasting
- Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
What's Not Included
- Extra amount of food
- Extra amount of food
Meal Options
- 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
- Rqaq - A thin flatbread cooked on a hot griddle. served with honey, cheese, reflecting the Bedouin tradition of versatile bread making.
- Machbos - Considered a signature main course in Emirati…
- 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
- Rqaq - A thin flatbread cooked on a hot griddle. served with honey, cheese, reflecting the Bedouin tradition of versatile bread making.
- Machbos - Considered a signature main course in Emirati cuisine, this is spiced basmati rice cooked with tender chicken or lamb, with deep flavor.
- 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.
- Kunafa - Crispy pastry layered with cheese or cream, soaked in syrup and topped with pistachios.
Additional Information
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Rafikb268
Jan 11, 2026
A thanks - 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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Eee
Jan 11, 2026
It was a truly special family experience and absolutely not to be missed. We all enjoyed the wonderful atmosphere and th - 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 children. Every detail was carefully considered, from the warm welcome to the high quality of the overall experience, making us feel comfortable and well cared for throughout. The kids were genuinely happy, and the adults enjoyed a perfect balance of relaxation and enjoyment. The time we spent together created beautiful memories that we will cherish as a family. It is definitely an experience worth repeating, and I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a memorable and enjoyable family outing.
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Kamilia0o
Feb 5, 2022
Valuable experience - 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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Unais1125
Dec 4, 2019
Awesome experience - Me and my wife we had the best time on the Abudhabi food tour with our guide Zak ! He was so kind and knowledgeable and this tour made our first trip to Abudhabi memorable. Would highly recommend Zak if you’re looking for a great guide in the city.
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Krishna8088
Dec 4, 2019
Amazing - I only came to AbuDhabi for about 48 hours on an extended layover and had heard fantastic things about it. I booked a tour with Hiara Tours leading the way and absolutely loved. Not only were the food and drinks excellent, but our guide, made sure we all were talking, had fun, and learned about Abudhabi and UAE.
If you like sweets, food, and local life, I’d highly recommend doing this tour as a good way to get immersed in and learn about Abudhabi and it’s local scene. I also highly recommend Saleh as a local guide as well. He’s the man!
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Liloukaka
Nov 7, 2019
top tourist guide I return to the next - The best tourist guide Time passes quickly with her and many intellectual. It was a fairy tale ،You are a brilliant guide I really enjoyed it with you
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Sanambajwa97
Nov 4, 2019
Traditional food tour - Saleh and Houda took us to a variety of places with good eats, good drinks, lively conversation and laughs. Never could have found these restaurants on my own. MACHBOS is now on my most desired list. Bonus time Karak was a nice way to end the night...
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Curilu1
Oct 5, 2019
Recommendation from a friend - This tour was recommended by my friends who came last year
I loved the food and the cultural experience
The guide was great
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Jamespts
Feb 7, 2019
Food Tour on second Day - The Second day we booked food tour with Hiara tours. As food lovers we always like to do food tour when travelling. This tour was exceptional as we tasted different dishes than that you usually find in restaurants here. I think Emirati traditional food worth trying and usually missed by tourists. Our tour guide was funny and he knows alot about traditional food and how it is prepared. I think this tour is a must do in Abu Dhabi.
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Ramdee12
Nov 4, 2019
An Amazing Tour !! - A great tour to get a taste of the local cuisine for food. Sampled local dishes, karak and lqimat varieties as well as a range of food options. Finished in a local restaurant where locals set on the ground and share in an open dinner area. Certainly made even better with the Emirati guides who were amazing 😉 most especially Houda, surely we shall come back soon !!!!
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