Al Nafoorah

Don’t miss a meal at the spectacular Lebanese restaurant Al Nafoorah, considered by many to be Dubai’s best example of local Arabic cuisine. The restaurant has two locations in Jumeriah properties: the original at Jumeirah Emirates Towers, a buzzy dining room with white tablecloth, and the more laid-back yet chic spot at Jumeirah Zabeel Saray at The Palm. Start with tasty hummus and spinach fatayer appetizers, then relish the chicken and beef shawarma and eggplant and minced lamb kabobs. Desserts here are to-die-for: don’t leave without trying the Muhalabiya, a classic Arabic milk, sugar and rose water pudding.