Travel The World Through Your Taste Buds: 7 Things To Eat At Global Village

During Dubai winters, there is no place like Global Village to visit. From rides to fabrics to little souvenirs, every visit is packed to the brim with culture and flavour. While every pavilion has something or the other to offer, one undeniable aspect of Global Village that the region has embraced as incredible is the food.

Each country’s pavilion offers the best in terms of regional cuisine and experiences. Be it street food, crunchy snacks, or even supermarket staples, Global Village is the place to visit to treat your taste buds and make your flavour journey without an airplane!

Here are 7 things to taste-test in Global Village before you miss your chance.

Turkish Baked Potato (Turkiye)

Without a doubt, this hearty, warm meal feels like a hug on a plate. The Turkish baked potato comes loaded with sour cream, fresh veggies, cheese, corn, and meat. Every bite feels nourishing, filling, and explodes in your mouth with flavour. Make sure to try this at the end of your day or you’ll be too full to enjoy anything else!

Thai Tender Coconut Ice Cream (Thailand)

For a sweet kick, try this decadent and creamy delight served in an authentic hollow coconut shell. This layered coconut ice-cream comes with chopped coconut flesh for that extra kick. The freshness from the fruits brought all the way from Thailand will speak to your very soul in each bite!

Luqaimat (UAE)

What is a Global Village visit without a paper container of steaming Luqaimat? These dough balls are fried in front of you and drizzled with a generous dollop of date syrup to ensure some softness to the crisp. Be warned: you cannot stop at just one bite!

Mochi Ice Cream (Japan)

Japanese mochi has a fanbase of its own in the UAE. Mochi is a glutinous rice cake that is savoured as a dessert in the region. The appeal of mochi is taken one step further with the presence of flavoured ice cream, making it an absolute chewy mouthful.

Chaat and Matka Chai (India)

The UAE boasts a large population of Indian eateries, spreading the love for Indian cuisine amidst the country. Global Village has harnessed the power and love for Indian food through its pavilion that serves the best of Indian street food. From spicy samosas to sweet-and-sour chaat washed down with aromatic masala chai served in a matka…what better way to end a scenic day spent exploring Global Village?

Mango-Coconut Sticky Rice (Philippines)

Another dessert option directly from the Philippines, this fruit-based sweet combines chewy glutinous rice with fresh fruits like mangoes, coconuts, sugar, and milk. Try this sinful dish after having something savoury from the Floating Market.

Ethiopian Coffee (Africa)

Ethiopia is known for its incredible coffee and Global Village has managed to bring some of that magic brew to Dubai. Make a stop at Ethiopia in order to have some of their delectable coffee for a kick of energy and for an experience of the lovely Habesha coffee ceremony that the country is famed for.