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Be a part of a culinary experience with Qrated World. Foodies make a date with us for this exquisite experience. This journey would be the perfect amalgamation of food, cultural experience and scenic views. Spend an evening savouring the tastiest meals at a few of the city’s most exquisite eateries, from creamy, spicy hummus to baklava oozing with golden honey and studded with sweet nuts. Or go on a delicious scavenger hunt through old bylanes of Dubai eating at one of the local joints.  Do not miss out on this delicious cultural experience when in Dubai. You can select from our various culinary bespoke experiences.

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  • Licensed guide
  • Food
  • Drinks
  • Tickets not included 
  • Pick and drop (can be arranged)

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Experience Description

Historic Old Dubai and Souk Walking TourEssential Details
  • This amazing trip is a perfect combination of sightseeing and indulging in some lip-smacking local delicacies. 
  • This walking tour takes you through Old Dubai. Begin in the Al Fahidi District and see cultural sites like the Ruler’s Court, the Al Shindaga Watchtower, and the Dubai Museum. 
  • Ride an abra (water taxi) on Dubai Creek to learn about the Indian community’s impact on the area. You’ll also go by the souks for gold, spices, and textiles.
  • Savour popular local snacks, tangy Indian treats and indigenous Emirati dishes. You can immerse yourself in a fun spice game called SPINGO to make the walk even better. (the game is not played during Ramdan)
  • The total walking distance would be 3.5kms
  • In case of no pick up you need to meet our professional guide directly at Grand Souk Information center. Or we pick you up from your hotel or residence at pre-allotted time. Details will be shared a day prior for a seamless experience. 
  • Dress comfortably as you will be walking around.
  • Morning and evening trips based on your pre-allocated time. The experience can be enjoyed between September to May. During Summer – May to August, the route may vary.
  • You will have 2 snack stops, 1 local sandwich with tea and one mail meal stop. Do let us know your dietary preferences (veg/non-veg) and other dietary restrictions. 
  • Minimum age requirement is 8 years given the duration of the tour, as strollers are not allowed. 
  • 2 people is the minimum requirement for the bespoke tour.
A Middle Eastern Food sojourn

Essential Details

  • This guided walking tour provides an insider’s view of local cuisine and allows you to explore the intricacies of Middle Eastern Food from Palestine, Iraq, Syria and Lebanon.
  • You will also be introduced to Middle Eastern culinary customs, as well as a tutorial on coffee etiquette.
  • Spend an evening savouring the tastiest meals at a few of the city’s most overlooked eateries, from creamy, spicy hummus to baklava oozing with golden honey and studded with sweet nuts.
  • You will be able to buy rosewater, pistachios, baklava, and saffron along the way.
  • Make new friends and learn all about the beautiful history and culture from the locals over a plate of delicious food.
  • Year-long tour with exception in peak summer due to high temperatures. The experience is organised on selected days of the week – both afternoon and evening, depending upon your preference.
  • In case no pick-up is arranged, we will give you all the required directions and places to meet and greet. In case of pick up, we will inform you about the time depending on the slot booked. All details of the tour will be provided a day prior. 
  • The total walking distance will be 2.8 kms/1.7 miles. So put on those walking shoes and comfortable clothes to savour this experience. 
  • Minimum age requirement is 14 years. 
  • The food stops will include – 1 non-veg dish or 1 vegetarian dish. 1 light meal with mezze (veg/non-veg options included), 1 light meal, 1 dessert, traditional coffee with sweet cookies with traditional samovar tea. 
  • Tastings include Gluten/Lactose/Dairy/Nuts. Please notify us of any severe allergies.
Taste of India 

Essential Details

  • Savour mouth-watering Indian cuisine in the old neighbourhood of Dubai in Bur Dubai.
  • It is a four-hour-long walk where you would be savouring the sumptuous Indian savoury dishes and understand that there is much more to Indian food than flatbread and chicken tikka. 
  • You can also try the ultimate Chicken tikka, from a small restaurant which originated in the 1970’s.
  • The tour includes Indian delights and important insights into one of the oldest Indian neighbourhoods of Dubai.
  • All of the meals you will consume that evening at various locations are made with absolute joy.
  • Year-long tour with exception in peak summer due to high temperatures. The experience is organised on selected days of the week – both afternoon and evening, depending upon your preference.
  • In case no pick-up is arranged, we will give you all the required directions and place to meet and greet. In case of pick up we will inform you about the time depending on the slot booked. All details of the tour will be provided a day prior. 
  • The total walking distance will be 2 kms/1.5 miles. So put on those walking shoes and comfortable clothes to savour this experience. 
  • Minimum age requirement is 14 years, and no infants and strollers
  • You will eat some lip-smacking delicious Indian vegetarian meals with an exception of chicken tikka. Trust us, you will not miss your proteins.  
  • Tastings include Gluten/Lactose/Dairy/Nuts. Please notify us of any severe allergies.
Old Dubai Food Scavenger Hunt

Essential Details

  • Have you ever solved clues by eating one? Now go on an exotic scavenger hunt through Deira and Bur Dubai where your clue will lead you to a local eatery where on tasting the delicacies, you receive your next clue.  This scavenger hunt is best enjoyed by friends and family. 
  • It would be held in a team/ group of 3-5 members.
  • You have to crack a culinary crime case around the Historic Dubai Souk.
  • Requirement- 1 person in a team needs to have good connectivity and has to download the mobile game app. The mission hints are supplied via a mobile app, which is available for free on both Android and Apple devices.
  •  The goal will layer food tastings and historical information with a fictional crime mystery throughout the tour.
  • This thrilling game blends delectable flavours with the rich ancient history of Dubai.
  • The culinary hunt can be enjoyed between October to April. Qrated world recommends morning time, but as per your preference, we arrange the hunt during the evening as well. 
  • One member of the team needs to have good connectivity and should have pre-downloaded the app. The details of the app will be provided earlier. 
  • This scavenger hunt involves loads of walking. So put on those walking shoes and comfortable clothes to savour this experience. 
  • You will have a total of 5 tastings depending upon your preference – 2 light meals, 2 sweet meals and one main sit-down meal. (Non-veg/veg options are available,.)The tastings can be curated as per your preference. 
  • The whole culinary food hunt would go on for 4-4.5 hours from the start to the end. 
  • It is strictly for those above the age of 18 years. No infants/ strollers are allowed. 
  • Tastings include Gluten/Lactose/Dairy/Nuts. Please notify us of any severe allergies.
Fingers Only

Essential Details,

  • Now enjoy finger-licking good food in a literal sense on the bustling streets of Karama. 
  • Eat with relish food from some of the oldest countries in the world – India, Ethiopia and Sudan. 
  • Dip into a slow-cooked fava bean stew with bread in a beautiful Sudanese restaurant. 
  • Enjoy the famous Indian chaats at the Indian chaat counter. 
  • End the perfect trip with a variety of stews and cottage cheese served in injera bread. Wash everything down with an aromatic cup of traditional Ethiopian coffee at an Ethiopian restaurant. 
  • 3 hours of pure culinary bliss starting at 6.30 PM. 
  • In case no pick-up is arranged, we will give you all the required directions and place to meet and greet. In case of pick up, we will inform you about the time depending on the slot booked. All details of the tour will be provided a day prior. 
  • The total walking distance will be 1 km/0.6 miles. Although the total area covered is small, we recommend putting on those walking shoes and comfortable clothes to savour this experience.
  • It is strictly for those above the age of 18 years. No infants/ strollers are allowed.
  • Tastings include Gluten/Lactose/Dairy/Nuts. Please notify us of any severe allergies.
Indian sliders 

Essential Details

  • Be a culinary judge of the famous Indian sliders commonly known in India as ‘Vada Pav’ available in the vibrant lanes of Meena Bazaar. 
  • The mouth-watering snack can be eaten any time of the day. True to that the throngs of people stop at these counters to savour these delicacies. 
  • On this trip, you will be judging the savoury Indian sliders that come with a puffy bun, chutney, and delicious potato patty.
  • You can wash down these sliders with a nice cup of warm Indian tea or even with some cold soda. 
  •  Walk these bylanes of one of the oldest neighbourhoods of Dubai while soaking in the history of the locals. 
  • By the end of this culinary bonanza, you need to crown one of the ‘Vada Pav’ winners. 
  • 2.5 hours of pure culinary bliss starting at 6.30 PM. 
  • In case no pick-up is arranged we will give you all the required directions and place to meet and greet. In case of pick up we will inform you about the time depending on the slot booked. All details of the tour will be provided a day prior. 
  • The total walking distance will be 2.4 kms/1.5 miles. Although the total area covered is small, we recommend putting on those walking shoes and comfortable clothes to savour this experience.
  • Tastings include Gluten/Lactose/Dairy/Nuts. Please notify us of any severe allergies.

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  1. Navin Pal February 22, 2021

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    This culinary experience was something I have never experienced before. The thrilling games to find the delicacy were organised perfectly. They made our food dreams come into reality with a bespoke touch. Thank you, Qrated world.

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    Be a part of a culinary experience with Qrated World. Foodies make a date with us for this exquisite experience. This journey would be the perfect amalgamation of food, cultural experience and scenic views. Spend an evening savouring the tastiest meals at a few of the city’s most exquisite eateries, from creamy, spicy hummus to baklava oozing with golden honey and studded with sweet nuts. Or go on a delicious scavenger hunt through old bylanes of Dubai eating at one of the local joints.  Do not miss out on this delicious cultural experience when in Dubai. You can select from our various culinary bespoke experiences.

    Overview

    Be a part of a culinary experience with Qrated World. Foodies make a date with us for this exquisite experience. This journey would be the perfect amalgamation of food, cultural experience and scenic views. Spend an evening savouring the tastiest meals at a few of the city’s most exquisite eateries, from creamy, spicy hummus to baklava oozing with golden honey and studded with sweet nuts. Or go on a delicious scavenger hunt through old bylanes of Dubai eating at one of the local joints.  Do not miss out on this delicious cultural experience when in Dubai. You can select from our various culinary bespoke experiences.

    Included/Exclude

    • Licensed guide
    • Food
    • Drinks
    • Tickets not included 
    • Pick and drop (can be arranged)

    Experience Description

    Historic Old Dubai and Souk Walking TourEssential Details
    • This amazing trip is a perfect combination of sightseeing and indulging in some lip-smacking local delicacies. 
    • This walking tour takes you through Old Dubai. Begin in the Al Fahidi District and see cultural sites like the Ruler’s Court, the Al Shindaga Watchtower, and the Dubai Museum. 
    • Ride an abra (water taxi) on Dubai Creek to learn about the Indian community’s impact on the area. You’ll also go by the souks for gold, spices, and textiles.
    • Savour popular local snacks, tangy Indian treats and indigenous Emirati dishes. You can immerse yourself in a fun spice game called SPINGO to make the walk even better. (the game is not played during Ramdan)
    • The total walking distance would be 3.5kms
    • In case of no pick up you need to meet our professional guide directly at Grand Souk Information center. Or we pick you up from your hotel or residence at pre-allotted time. Details will be shared a day prior for a seamless experience. 
    • Dress comfortably as you will be walking around.
    • Morning and evening trips based on your pre-allocated time. The experience can be enjoyed between September to May. During Summer – May to August, the route may vary.
    • You will have 2 snack stops, 1 local sandwich with tea and one mail meal stop. Do let us know your dietary preferences (veg/non-veg) and other dietary restrictions. 
    • Minimum age requirement is 8 years given the duration of the tour, as strollers are not allowed. 
    • 2 people is the minimum requirement for the bespoke tour.
    A Middle Eastern Food sojourn

    Essential Details

    • This guided walking tour provides an insider’s view of local cuisine and allows you to explore the intricacies of Middle Eastern Food from Palestine, Iraq, Syria and Lebanon.
    • You will also be introduced to Middle Eastern culinary customs, as well as a tutorial on coffee etiquette.
    • Spend an evening savouring the tastiest meals at a few of the city’s most overlooked eateries, from creamy, spicy hummus to baklava oozing with golden honey and studded with sweet nuts.
    • You will be able to buy rosewater, pistachios, baklava, and saffron along the way.
    • Make new friends and learn all about the beautiful history and culture from the locals over a plate of delicious food.
    • Year-long tour with exception in peak summer due to high temperatures. The experience is organised on selected days of the week – both afternoon and evening, depending upon your preference.
    • In case no pick-up is arranged, we will give you all the required directions and places to meet and greet. In case of pick up, we will inform you about the time depending on the slot booked. All details of the tour will be provided a day prior. 
    • The total walking distance will be 2.8 kms/1.7 miles. So put on those walking shoes and comfortable clothes to savour this experience. 
    • Minimum age requirement is 14 years. 
    • The food stops will include – 1 non-veg dish or 1 vegetarian dish. 1 light meal with mezze (veg/non-veg options included), 1 light meal, 1 dessert, traditional coffee with sweet cookies with traditional samovar tea. 
    • Tastings include Gluten/Lactose/Dairy/Nuts. Please notify us of any severe allergies.
    Taste of India 

    Essential Details

    • Savour mouth-watering Indian cuisine in the old neighbourhood of Dubai in Bur Dubai.
    • It is a four-hour-long walk where you would be savouring the sumptuous Indian savoury dishes and understand that there is much more to Indian food than flatbread and chicken tikka. 
    • You can also try the ultimate Chicken tikka, from a small restaurant which originated in the 1970’s.
    • The tour includes Indian delights and important insights into one of the oldest Indian neighbourhoods of Dubai.
    • All of the meals you will consume that evening at various locations are made with absolute joy.
    • Year-long tour with exception in peak summer due to high temperatures. The experience is organised on selected days of the week – both afternoon and evening, depending upon your preference.
    • In case no pick-up is arranged, we will give you all the required directions and place to meet and greet. In case of pick up we will inform you about the time depending on the slot booked. All details of the tour will be provided a day prior. 
    • The total walking distance will be 2 kms/1.5 miles. So put on those walking shoes and comfortable clothes to savour this experience. 
    • Minimum age requirement is 14 years, and no infants and strollers
    • You will eat some lip-smacking delicious Indian vegetarian meals with an exception of chicken tikka. Trust us, you will not miss your proteins.  
    • Tastings include Gluten/Lactose/Dairy/Nuts. Please notify us of any severe allergies.
    Old Dubai Food Scavenger Hunt

    Essential Details

    • Have you ever solved clues by eating one? Now go on an exotic scavenger hunt through Deira and Bur Dubai where your clue will lead you to a local eatery where on tasting the delicacies, you receive your next clue.  This scavenger hunt is best enjoyed by friends and family. 
    • It would be held in a team/ group of 3-5 members.
    • You have to crack a culinary crime case around the Historic Dubai Souk.
    • Requirement- 1 person in a team needs to have good connectivity and has to download the mobile game app. The mission hints are supplied via a mobile app, which is available for free on both Android and Apple devices.
    •  The goal will layer food tastings and historical information with a fictional crime mystery throughout the tour.
    • This thrilling game blends delectable flavours with the rich ancient history of Dubai.
    • The culinary hunt can be enjoyed between October to April. Qrated world recommends morning time, but as per your preference, we arrange the hunt during the evening as well. 
    • One member of the team needs to have good connectivity and should have pre-downloaded the app. The details of the app will be provided earlier. 
    • This scavenger hunt involves loads of walking. So put on those walking shoes and comfortable clothes to savour this experience. 
    • You will have a total of 5 tastings depending upon your preference – 2 light meals, 2 sweet meals and one main sit-down meal. (Non-veg/veg options are available,.)The tastings can be curated as per your preference. 
    • The whole culinary food hunt would go on for 4-4.5 hours from the start to the end. 
    • It is strictly for those above the age of 18 years. No infants/ strollers are allowed. 
    • Tastings include Gluten/Lactose/Dairy/Nuts. Please notify us of any severe allergies.
    Fingers Only

    Essential Details,

    • Now enjoy finger-licking good food in a literal sense on the bustling streets of Karama. 
    • Eat with relish food from some of the oldest countries in the world – India, Ethiopia and Sudan. 
    • Dip into a slow-cooked fava bean stew with bread in a beautiful Sudanese restaurant. 
    • Enjoy the famous Indian chaats at the Indian chaat counter. 
    • End the perfect trip with a variety of stews and cottage cheese served in injera bread. Wash everything down with an aromatic cup of traditional Ethiopian coffee at an Ethiopian restaurant. 
    • 3 hours of pure culinary bliss starting at 6.30 PM. 
    • In case no pick-up is arranged, we will give you all the required directions and place to meet and greet. In case of pick up, we will inform you about the time depending on the slot booked. All details of the tour will be provided a day prior. 
    • The total walking distance will be 1 km/0.6 miles. Although the total area covered is small, we recommend putting on those walking shoes and comfortable clothes to savour this experience.
    • It is strictly for those above the age of 18 years. No infants/ strollers are allowed.
    • Tastings include Gluten/Lactose/Dairy/Nuts. Please notify us of any severe allergies.
    Indian sliders 

    Essential Details

    • Be a culinary judge of the famous Indian sliders commonly known in India as ‘Vada Pav’ available in the vibrant lanes of Meena Bazaar. 
    • The mouth-watering snack can be eaten any time of the day. True to that the throngs of people stop at these counters to savour these delicacies. 
    • On this trip, you will be judging the savoury Indian sliders that come with a puffy bun, chutney, and delicious potato patty.
    • You can wash down these sliders with a nice cup of warm Indian tea or even with some cold soda. 
    •  Walk these bylanes of one of the oldest neighbourhoods of Dubai while soaking in the history of the locals. 
    • By the end of this culinary bonanza, you need to crown one of the ‘Vada Pav’ winners. 
    • 2.5 hours of pure culinary bliss starting at 6.30 PM. 
    • In case no pick-up is arranged we will give you all the required directions and place to meet and greet. In case of pick up we will inform you about the time depending on the slot booked. All details of the tour will be provided a day prior. 
    • The total walking distance will be 2.4 kms/1.5 miles. Although the total area covered is small, we recommend putting on those walking shoes and comfortable clothes to savour this experience.
    • Tastings include Gluten/Lactose/Dairy/Nuts. Please notify us of any severe allergies.

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      1. Navin Pal February 22, 2021

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        This culinary experience was something I have never experienced before. The thrilling games to find the delicacy were organised perfectly. They made our food dreams come into reality with a bespoke touch. Thank you, Qrated world.

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