Food

Dubai’s souks offer a glimpse into the past

When it comes to shopping, Dubai has emerged as a major destination for tourists looking for anything from high-end
Basketball-sized world-record grapefruit grown in Louisiana

A basketball-sized grapefruit has brought two world records to a Louisiana couple. The giant citrus grew in the yard of
KFC to test meatless chicken at Georgia restaurant

KFC will test vegetarian, plant-based chicken for one day in one restaurant in the US state of Georgia, the American
FTA begins procedures on updated excise goods

The Federal Tax Authority, FTA, has begun carrying out procedures related to implementing the latest Cabinet Decision
Mussels, 'super-filters' that can help beat water pollution

Seafood lovers who prize the mussel for its earthy taste and succulent flesh may be unaware of its growing potential in
MOCCAE reviews livestock testing processes at Sharjah Airport, Abattoir and Cattle Market in Dubai

Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Climate Change and Environment, MOCCAE, reviewed the procedures in place
Dark chocolate can help lower the risk of depression

New research from University College London's Institute of Epidemiology and Health Care has shown that the snack could
Buzz kill: mass bee deaths sting Russian beekeepers

Anatoly Rubtsov looked despondently at the beehives lining his property. "The farm used to be loud, it sang," he said.
Dubai Customs organises honey exhibition

Dubai Customs organised a honey exhibition to showcase a wide variety of honey products and make them known to the
A couple create DIY wedding cake for under $40

A couple iced "two Costco cakes" with "cream cheese" to create their lavish five tier wedding bake. Photo: Instagram An
Restaurant chain unveils robotic waitresses

The British restaurant chain, Tea Terrace, has launched a highly-intelligent cyber server named Theresa, which is in
Eat in 6 hours to lose weight

Researchers have found eating the final meal of the day at 2pm could help people lose weight. A study has discovered
UAE offers 124 tonnes of food aid to Dhala Governorate, Yemen

The UAE launched on Thursday a relief campaign for the people of Dhala Governorate in Yemen as part of its efforts to
Queen Elizabeth needs a chef

Queen Elizabeth is looking for an "ambitious and qualified" chef to join the staff of the royal household. The 93-year-
Liwa Date Festival returns with more heritage activities

The 15th edition of the Liwa Date Festival returned on Wednesday in Abu Dhabi, where thousands of farmers from across
MoHAP warns of health hazards due to illegal slaughtering

The Ministry of Health and Prevention, MoHAP, has issued a warning against the risks of the Crimean-Congo Haemorrhagic
20m children miss out on lifesaving measles, diphtheria and tetanus vaccines in 2018

Some 20 million children worldwide – more than 1 in 10 – missed out on life-saving vaccines such as measles, diphtheria
UK's most hated food is olives

Olives are now the most disliked food in Britain, with new research showing Brussels sprouts are no longer in the top
Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry to launch 4th Al Dhaid Dates Festival

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry is organising the 4th Al Dhaid Dates Festival, which will be hosted by the
A company wants to pay a person £5,000 to eat unhealthy food for one month

Vitamin brand Feel is willing to pay a huge sum for someone to keep eating "beige food" such as white bread, eggs,
Scottish chef has created 4,000 calorie food box

A Scottish chef has created a 4,000 calorie pizza box that is full of fried takeaway classics. Photo: Bang The 39-year-
Incredible prizes up for grabs this Dubai summers surprises

Also: Enjoy Dubai's mouthwatering culinary offerings this summer
World Chocolate Day: Over 11m pieces of chocolate treats fly on Emirates every year

Every year, at least 11 million pieces of gourmet chocolate are sourced from around the world to be served in Emirates'
We have a wiener! Joey Chestnut eats 71 hot dogs for title

Joey “Jaws” Chestnut ate 71 wieners and buns to secure his 12th title at Nathan’s Famous annual July Fourth hot dog
Bee fly species named after Game of Thrones' Night King

Australian scientists noticed the newly discovered creature shared some characteristics with the fantasy villain - only