Dubai's New Ramadan Recipes Guide Unites 12 Global Cuisines for Iftar

Brand Dubai has released a new Ramadan Recipes Guide featuring 40 dishes from the city's top chefs and restaurants. The collection highlights Dubai's rich culinary diversity while promoting local businesses and homegrown talent.

The guide forms part of the wider Ramadan 2025 in Dubai programme, designed to celebrate family meals and shared traditions during the holy month.

The recipes span 12 different cuisines, reflecting influences from India, Pakistan, Turkey, Lebanon, and Egypt, as well as Morocco, Indonesia, and the Philippines. Syrian, Palestinian, Iranian, and Emirati flavours also feature prominently. Each dish has been crafted to be both healthy and simple to prepare, making them ideal for Iftar and Suhoor gatherings.

Contributors include well-known Emirati and international chefs such as Ayesha Khoory, Ali Yazdi, and Gregoire Berger. Restaurants like People, D'lished, Somewhere, The Solenn, and Hattan Bistro & Cafe have also shared their signature recipes. The project was developed in partnership with members of the Proudly from Dubai network, a platform supporting local entrepreneurs.

Shaima Al Suwaidi, Director of Brand Dubai, explained that the guide aligns with efforts to showcase creative success stories in the city's food and beverage sector. By blending Emirati, Gulf, Arabic, and global influences, the initiative reinforces Dubai's reputation as a leading culinary destination.

The guide covers a full range of courses, from appetisers and main dishes to desserts and baked goods. Its focus on accessibility and cultural variety aims to bring families together around the dining table during Ramadan 2025.

The Ramadan Recipes Guide is now available to the public, offering a mix of traditional and contemporary healthy recipes. It supports local businesses while encouraging shared meals and cultural exchange. The initiative also strengthens Dubai's position as a hub for global gastronomy.