Tasting Luxurious Delicacies Of Sharjah

Do you prefer luxurious dining in a culinary gem of the Orient? Eatagram invites you to explore the rich gastro culture of Sharjah.

Sharjah is an ideal destination for travellers who adore the hustle and bustle of mega cities and prefer Arab cuisine. The city boasts majestic architecture, stunning sandy beaches, and upscale restaurants.

What are the signature Emirati specialties you should try while in Sharjah?

We’ll start our gastronomic tour around the city with the iconic machboos. This rich rice dish features chicken or lamb, and aromatic spices. Harees is another specialty to introduce you to the local cuisine. It’s a creamy wheat porridge with meat, herbs, and butter.

As the Persian Gulf provides Sharjah with an abundance of fresh fish, seafood is a staple of Emirati cuisine. Take an opportunity to savor grilled locally caught fish.

While savoring local food, be ready for unexpected flavor combinations. Have you ever tried sweet pasta? Balaleet is a hearty dish featuring sweet vermicelli noodles, eggs, cardamom and saffron. This dish goes well with the refreshing karak chai, strong tea with milk and cardamom.

The city is also home to some international cuisines. So, if you prefer going beyond Emirati fare, be sure to try Lebanese manousheh, flatbread with Akkawi cheese, sunny-side-up eggs and herbs. Or taste different variations of the Indian rice and seafood dish called biryani. If you’re into Turkish food, local restaurants serve Turkish meze and kebabs.

No Emirati dining can go without the iconic Arab sweet delights dates and luqaimat. Dates are go-to sweets often served with strong Arab coffee, sometimes as a filling for small cookies. Deep-fried dumplings with date syrup, known as luqaimat, are the most delicious Emirati desserts we’ve ever tried.

Whatever you choose, Sharjah will enrich your dining experience with its Oriental charm and sophistication.

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