Ramadan 2014: Iftar at Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi

If it’s variety you’re looking for during Iftar this Ramadan, look no further than Emirates Palace where you can break your fast with an array of cuisines that will please even the pickiest of diners.

The iconic hotel has set up a Ramadan tent offering dishes that range from Emirati and Lebanese, to Italian and other continental delicacies.

Stepping into the tent, diners are welcomed by the friendly staff, some of whom are holding huge coffee pots ready to serve Ramadan drinks such as tamarind, laban, lemon mint, liquorice, and hibiscus tea.

After you’ve whet your appetite, head over to the Lebanese section where you will find staples such as stuffed vine leaves, tabbouleh, hummus, fattoush, and moutabel, among others. The dishes are a true Lebanese feast, with each one seasoned to perfection that you just might want to have a second serving.

The starters are abundant enough to make a meal on their own. With western dishes such as niçoise salad, steak cobb salad, Chinese chicken salad, and mixed greens served alongside freshly sliced vegetables, be sure not to stuff yourself because the main dishes are absolutely worth a try.