Dubai ranked ninth globally in the list of the best cities in the world for food tasting in 2024, according to a ranking published by the British magazine "Time Out." The magazine based its ranking on a survey that assessed residents' opinions on which restaurants to visit, dishes to try, and the best value snacks in their city, while also asking them to evaluate the food scene in terms of quality and affordability.
Naples, Italy, topped the "Time Out" list as the best city in the world for food tasting, followed by Johannesburg in South Africa in second place, Lima in Peru in third, and Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam in fourth. Cities such as Beijing, Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, and Mumbai ranked fifth, sixth, seventh, and eighth, respectively. Following Dubai in ninth place, Portland, USA, came in tenth.
"Time Out" noted that Dubai has surpassed the scene of innovation, artificial islands, and towering skyscrapers in recent years, extending its allure to the realms of specialized global kitchens and restaurants, offering delicious and unique dining experiences curated by skilled local and international chefs who have been attracted to the emirate and are winning various awards in the sector. Among the notable dishes highlighted by the magazine were Mandi rice, shawarma, and grilled chicken, among many others.