19 things to do in Abu Dhabi this Eid al Fitr week and weekend
From Sunday to Saturday, a week of festivities mapped out…
This week we’re expanding our leisure and entertainment manifesto to last a full seven days. Here you’ll find all the best ways to rest, fiesta, dine, relax, revel and celebrate Eid al-Fitr in the capital.
Sunday, May 9
The last Mango in Palace
The Mango-Licious festival has returned to one of the best-loved restaurant chains repping the sub continent in the UAE, India Palace. You’ll find a special Alphonso mango-based menu across all 12 of the brand’s locations with indulgent dishes such as Mango Falooda, Fresh Mango Lassi, Mango Ka Muzzafar and Mango Rasmalai. It’s that classic romance story man falls in love with mangoes, man goes to Indian Palace, man and mangoes live happily ever after.
13 places to try Emirati cuisine in the capital this month
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Sponsored: Take your tastebuds on an authentic tour of the Emirate by sampling exotic Emirati cuisine – an initiative launched by the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi
While Abu Dhabi has plenty of fantastic cuisines on offer, from Pinoy and Peruvian to Moroccan and Iranian, it’s always been a little harder to find authentic Emirati fare in the city. Traditionally, these dishes have just been served in local homes or at significant celebrations – such as iftar during Ramadan – but with the help of the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) that’s finally starting to change, with a new initiative determined to shine a light on this incredible cuisine.