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Dubai: Cultural Lunch at The Sheikh Mohammed Center

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Learn about Arabic culture, Arabic greetings, expressions, and anecdotes, as well as Islam and its impact on local culture, cultural values, and sensitivities during a lunch at The Sheikh Mohammed Center for Cultural Understanding.

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Duration 1.5 hour

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Itinerary

Taste traditional Emirati food, and learn more about life in the United Arab Emirates at a 1.5-hour cultural lunch at the Sheikh Mohammed Center for Cultural Understanding (SMCCU) in Dubai. Located in a traditional wind tower house in the Al Bastakiya trading village of the Al Fahidi Historic District, the SMCCU was set up to raise awareness and demystify the local culture and customs of the United Arab Emirates. With an objective to improve cross-cultural understanding and communication between locals and guests, you will learn more about local life through award-winning cultural programs. Sample authentic Emirati dishes while chatting with your host about the culture and traditions of the UAE. Sit in the courtyard of the SMCCU on traditional floor cushions, and taste Arabic coffee and dates, along with a variety of local dishes, including dessert. Ask your host or hostess any questions you have, following the SMCCU motto of “Open Doors, Open Mind.” Each dinner is as unique as the questions you might want answers to. Learn about the local cultures and religion in an informal and relaxed atmosphere.

Highlights

Taste traditional Emirati dishes at a cultural lunch
Learn more about the customs and traditions of the UAE
Ask your host or hostess any questions you like
Experience a more authentic side to Dubai
See a traditional wind tower house of the Al Bastakiya trading village

Includes


Lunch at the Sheikh Mohammed Center for Cultural Understanding Selection of local Emirati dishes Authentic Arabic coffee, tea, and dates

Reviews from other travelers

Barboteau - France

5 /5

(Written on 2023-11-02)

Very good presentation and very good traditional meal!

Judith - Germany

5 /5

(Written on 2023-12-26)

Great experience that is definitely worth it. Especially since the surrounding area is worth a visit anyway.

GetYourGuide traveler - Brazil

5 /5

(Written on 2023-08-30)

excellent.

Lati - France

5 /5

(Written on 2024-11-25)

Excellent guide, Khaled is the best and we learned a lot about the Emirati culture. The food was good and traditional. We had an amazing experience

GetYourGuide traveler - South Korea

5 /5

(Written on 2023-03-12)

cool

GetYourGuide traveler - Australia

5 /5

(Written on 2024-02-23)

Best afternoon ever. Food was great, lessons learnt will never be forgotten. Great arvo all round

Florin - Italy

5 /5

(Written on 2024-03-04)

Beautiful experience, the guide was very knowledgeable and answered all our questions and curiosities about the culture and traditions of the Arab Emirates. Absolutely worth doing

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