"Emirati chef Sahar Parham Al Awadhi isn't shy about sharing her love of Dubai. "I'm very biased," she says. "I was born and raised here, and I think it's the greatest city in the world." As owner and chef at Abra, a new restaurant opening in early 2026 in Dubai's Etihad Museum, she's championing New Emirati Cuisine while honoring its roots and the heritage that lies behind the modern city, a place known for its superlatives like bling and luxury lifestyle."
"Away from the skyscrapers and supercars, Bur Dubai offers a slower, calmer pace founded on a tapestry woven by generations of merchants and traders who settled around Dubai Creek and made it home. "Bur Dubai is where all cultures meet, and it's a big source of inspiration for me whenever I need a boost of energy or to ground my restaurant and recipe ideas in the UAE's heritage," says Al Awadhi."
Emirati chef Sahar Parham Al Awadhi will open Abra in early 2026 at the Etihad Museum, championing New Emirati Cuisine while honoring the UAE's culinary roots and heritage. Dubai combines ultramodern luxury with lived traditions and neighborhood culture beyond malls and hotels. Bur Dubai offers a slower, multicultural environment shaped by generations of merchants along Dubai Creek, with Indian, Filipino, Persian and Sudanese food outlets influencing Emirati recipes. Typical breakfasts include dosa, vada and Sudanese bean stew. Nearby Sharjah is emerging as a cultural destination suitable for art and architecture walks.
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