I once walked into a Mid Eastern restaurant in Los Angeles by mistake. The owner said if I didn't like the food, I wouldn't have to pay for it. That was the first time I had saffron rice. It was amazing. Bright yellow gold in color. I told the owner how much I enjoyed my meal. The owner wouldn't let me pay. He said he was just happy to introduce Mid Eastern cuisine to me. That was over 30 years ago and I still remember that rice and owner.
Most of the most welcoming, kindest, and generous people I have met have been middle eastern, particularly in regards to food. They just get so much joy from sharing their food and their traditions, and if you are open to their generosity, it grows even more. I can never repay the wonderful meals they have given me, aside from further spreading that generosity and learning as much as I can about how to prepare that food for my family and others.
@@ghostgirl6970 This was such a sweet and heartwarming thing to read. It really contrasts what people usually have to say- thank you for sharing this ❤️❤️
I was born and raised here, so I have to say Ali showed the quintessential everyday run of the mill food spots for most residents. It's super affordable, good quality, simple and always tasty. Glad you gave this a try along with the glitzy restaurants.
I missed Dubai so much!!! Have been there twice. There's so much to do for everyone. People said there's no "culture", but you've shown in this video there's clearly history and architecture and rich food scenes as well. People need to get over their assumption of a country and be more open-minded in what it has to offer.
Thank you for your tolerance, patience and celebration of cultures. Ive been a fan for over 8 years. Now I need something: prayers. My son took his own life a week ago. Pls pray for him.
The inner city streets are immaculate. The food looked amazing. That hummus tray looked delicious! Cucumber water sounds very refreshing ?? The tea district .....wow!!
Before I get into this vid! Let me tell you thanks for uploading! I’m working the overnight shift counting my inventory as a Cheese Consultant! I’m truly thankful lol it’s the little things! Let’s just hope I don’t lose train of thought getting into the vid! Hope all is well! Breathe Peace.
I think the reason why they spice up the camel meat so much is because camel notoriously have a gamey odor, it's an acquired taste and often to strong for those who isn't used to eat game meat
came here to post this, Camel is a working animal, it ain't exactly raised for meat and they're onery and long lived (compared to farm eat animals). It's tough and gamey and all heck, so eating one is mostly just a novelty in the modern era (and even back in ye aulde it would've been something you did to not waste meat when a camel inevitably died, not something regularly consumed)
I’ve eaten Al Bait Al Qadeem as well and agree, that cucumber/watermelon water really hits your by surprise. But so incredibly refreshing. I ate there over 4 years ago now but I can still remember the flavour so clearly.
A few videos ago some people chose to say some pretty ridiculous and insulting things about her. She’s a self made, independent business owner and she doesn’t deserve that! I haven’t seen her in a single video since. I absolutely love her, her commentary, and the interaction.
I heard Ramen Wasabi.... please give them a try. They are how I fell in love with Ramen (spicy Miso!). The pork belly buns are the best thing I've ever eaten!
I am positively a sucker for Middle Eastern and Mediterranean food, and if ever I go to Dubai, I'd have to go eat all the things like you do, Mike! I used to live in Houston, and was right nearby what they call the Mahatma Gandhi District, where all the awesome little Mom & Pop Indian/Middle Eastern/Mediterranean places are, and I miss that so much. Here in Dallas we're lacking in that in comparison, and I'm jonesing now.
Camel meat is super delicious! We love it in Somaliland. Camel meat to be can be more gamey but also very delicious and fatty. Its a taste on its own. I don't know how I can compare it. I am sure you would like Camel steak more. Please try a Camel steak or grilled Camel pieces. You definitely need someone to take you to the core Arab Dubai places peyman or Khalid all day!!!
Here is an episode that features most of the tourist traps in one video. With the exception of the Lassi Shop, I wouldn't go inside most of them. Mike, you need a better guide in Dubai.
Oh cmon dont tell me its because there were many Pakistani featurings. Other vloggers have already looked into Indian Iraninan Lebanese Egyptian corners of Dubai so why not Mikey try Pakistani parts? You must already know very well that Dubai is a hotpot of cultures & hence all these nationalities contribute to the state culture. And Mikey guy isnt a fool. He's travelled the world and prolly has seen his fellow's videos so he must have taken this new route to explore the city so whats wrong in it? Either way imo it was a good video & the guide wasnt bad.
Nope, they are called sambusa, although they are like a samosa. The English word samosa derives from Hindi word 'samosa' (Hindi: समोसा), traceable to the Middle Persian word sanbosag (سنبوسگ) 'triangular pastry'. Similar pastries are called sambusak in Arabic; Medieval Arabic recipe books sometimes spell it sambusaj. In Central Asia they’re know as samsa.
I love Mike that's the first thing I want to say that reaction to the cucumber water had me dying I know he's not over exaggerating on everything but cucumber water being amazing definitely threw me for a loop lol 💙 love from NC
Camel meat is super scrumptious and delicious. If you ever go to Dubai, and you're not a vegetarian / vegan, please do try it. When I had it, it was not put into everything like these days, it was only available in spaces like Mandi and some biryanis. Now they have a lot of options, from burgers to sandwiches etc.
Mikey you really need to look into the ethics of promoting countries like Dubai, Quatar, UAE and Saudi Arabia. They all straight up RELY on slave labor to exist. Migrant workers often have their passports and paychecks withheld. Not allowed to go back home, and forced to work.
Typed by someone on their phone, tablet or computer made from slave labour in China. I don't even disagree with your points about the Arab countries but people like to pretend they aren't the same in supporting slave nations through their purchases.
@@brandonb7120 Me using technology, a requirement for my life and work, is a hell of a lot different than telling people to go on vacation in Dubai, an elitist hellhole literally built on the backs of slaves.
@@extraordinaaron of course it is - because that would cause you to have to change your actions. Plenty of people manage to do without the things you say are a requirement - therefore highlighting if you really cared enough you'd work out ways around it.
"We eat a lot, and the portion sizes are massive." Mike's brain: "Challenge accepted... amateurs." The guy with the chin diaper blowing smoke in people's faces.. and they wonder why Covid is still around.
Al Bait Al Qadeem was nice in its Interiors, Food and Service according to what I saw !! Whats the Name of the Falafel, Sandwich, Sambusa Shop after U crossed the River Ferry ?? 11:57 That Lassi Shop I think is the same 1 that's in Hyderabad, India because the Lassi Shop written was of same Design, Font and the Style of Menu I mean the Colours used, etc are similar or I think same as I had in Hyderabad, IND !! Indian Style Roadside Paani Puri was a Bomb Bruh !! Need to try out Camel Burger when I will visit Dubai for sure !! Saffron Testing is one of the main highlights of this video and also Al Ustad Kabab !!
Mikey I am an arab and there are many amazing arab food vloggers in Dubai or Saudi or other arab countries like Lift and Cheat, Basil alhaj and S7S and they are big youtubers with great content would be amazing if u guys had a collab
The Camel is most likely from Australia, We have many camel farms here even though they arent native to Australia and most of it gets sold as Meat to Dubai and the Middle East.
I once walked into a Mid Eastern restaurant in Los Angeles by mistake. The owner said if I didn't like the food, I wouldn't have to pay for it. That was the first time I had saffron rice. It was amazing. Bright yellow gold in color. I told the owner how much I enjoyed my meal. The owner wouldn't let me pay. He said he was just happy to introduce Mid Eastern cuisine to me. That was over 30 years ago and I still remember that rice and owner.
Most of the most welcoming, kindest, and generous people I have met have been middle eastern, particularly in regards to food. They just get so much joy from sharing their food and their traditions, and if you are open to their generosity, it grows even more. I can never repay the wonderful meals they have given me, aside from further spreading that generosity and learning as much as I can about how to prepare that food for my family and others.
it is excellent rice
@@ghostgirl6970 ok you both are overcompensating now, we get it.
@@konkelkent ur so salty for what ?
@@ghostgirl6970 This was such a sweet and heartwarming thing to read. It really contrasts what people usually have to say- thank you for sharing this ❤️❤️
I was born and raised here, so I have to say Ali showed the quintessential everyday run of the mill food spots for most residents. It's super affordable, good quality, simple and always tasty. Glad you gave this a try along with the glitzy restaurants.
I loved seeing the more local side of Dubai. This really makes me want to visit!
I missed Dubai so much!!! Have been there twice. There's so much to do for everyone. People said there's no "culture", but you've shown in this video there's clearly history and architecture and rich food scenes as well. People need to get over their assumption of a country and be more open-minded in what it has to offer.
Thank you for your tolerance, patience and celebration of cultures. Ive been a fan for over 8 years. Now I need something: prayers. My son took his own life a week ago. Pls pray for him.
Sincere condolences
so sorry to hear that! My deepest condolences
damn im sorry for your loss
Prayers and love. Everyone needs those things sometimes.🙏❤
Prayers!
The amount of Saffron they put in that coffee would cost like $12 in Australia.
I loved the man showing you around in the beginning!! He seemed so sweet and happy to share his knowledge! I liked him a lot!
The inner city streets are immaculate. The food looked amazing. That hummus tray looked delicious! Cucumber water sounds very refreshing ?? The tea district .....wow!!
Thanks for showing the different corners of the Dubai, super fun and informative as usual~ :D
His eyes are always closed naturally 😄
Before I get into this vid! Let me tell you thanks for uploading! I’m working the overnight shift counting my inventory as a Cheese Consultant! I’m truly thankful lol it’s the little things! Let’s just hope I don’t lose train of thought getting into the vid!
Hope all is well! Breathe Peace.
Wow this place is amazing and hummus and tea? Great combination for a afternoon snack
What a great guide for a great city.
And now I really want falafel. My friend in Seattle makes them perfectly. I miss her.
I think the reason why they spice up the camel meat so much is because camel notoriously have a gamey odor, it's an acquired taste and often to strong for those who isn't used to eat game meat
came here to post this, Camel is a working animal, it ain't exactly raised for meat and they're onery and long lived (compared to farm eat animals). It's tough and gamey and all heck, so eating one is mostly just a novelty in the modern era (and even back in ye aulde it would've been something you did to not waste meat when a camel inevitably died, not something regularly consumed)
So in essence for many nations it is kinda the equivalent to either deer, rabbit or other game animal?
@@JAF30 yeah pretty much yeah
I love the videos but I'm wondering where Christine is?
You see her in the very beginning but then she hides from the camera
Trick of Pani Puri is you don't use spoon; eat with your hand in one go, and sip the spiced water remaining in your bowl between two Puris
The guide is so knowledgeble. Great explanation of things
I'd love to go Dubai someday! I can't eat camel, shellfish, or pork, but I'd be glad to try their other foods!
This is nostalgic to me i lived in dubai for 3 years! 🙂
3 years aint that long
@@AzmiMaulanaHamdani It's all relative
I’ve eaten Al Bait Al Qadeem as well and agree, that cucumber/watermelon water really hits your by surprise. But so incredibly refreshing. I ate there over 4 years ago now but I can still remember the flavour so clearly.
Always enjoy the content Mikey. Plan on watching more keep it up 💪
It's so nice to see Indian food being loved over there
greetings from Chile mikey thank you another night of entertainment ..... and craving for international food
Strange how Christine has become a non-factor lately
Probably she don't want to be in it anymore just an assumption either way let's just accept it as it is what it is.
Ayy she's still there as our invisible camera guy by our mans side 😌
I love mikes guide hes so friendly
That was really wonderful to experience through your efforts. Thank you!
It’s amazing that you do this for a living!!
6:36 Don't worry man, I see you waving! 👋
OMG! LOVE the food!👍 Soo yummy 😋😋😋
That Pani Puri, looks sooooo tasty! I didn't know I had to have it whole for first time, it got messy pretty quick 😂
*Spends 90% of the time in glitzy spots and chains in Dubai*
"The traditional parts (of Dubai) are what I love the most"
Loved the spice market!! How cool!!
This was definitely a crazy video I love it!!
Hello Mikey & Christine! We missed seeing Christine and hearing her opinion on the foods you eat! She's a great addition to your channel!
I can go for a good bowl of ramen right now I’m I the only one be up at 3am craving a bowl
Mikey, what's happening with your restaurant?
I love spiced teas!!❤
Those Kebabs at the end, looked amazing,
Amazing Video Mike! Thanks for showing us some amazing street foods from Dubai, prefer these than the usual mcdonalds or korean bbq type videos.
That sticky substance in soda is known as sugar
Why is Christine non existent now lol. We only get a glimpse of her here and there. It’s a weird dynamic…
A few videos ago some people chose to say some pretty ridiculous and insulting things about her. She’s a self made, independent business owner and she doesn’t deserve that! I haven’t seen her in a single video since. I absolutely love her, her commentary, and the interaction.
*Hmm! ♡ ♥️I love the colors of the delicacy you are having!! They look so yummy! I do Love it!*
All the food looks 🔥😋. Never heard of saffron tea thanks for sharing
I heard Ramen Wasabi.... please give them a try. They are how I fell in love with Ramen (spicy Miso!). The pork belly buns are the best thing I've ever eaten!
Nice to see you visiting other countries Mike👍
I am positively a sucker for Middle Eastern and Mediterranean food, and if ever I go to Dubai, I'd have to go eat all the things like you do, Mike! I used to live in Houston, and was right nearby what they call the Mahatma Gandhi District, where all the awesome little Mom & Pop Indian/Middle Eastern/Mediterranean places are, and I miss that so much. Here in Dallas we're lacking in that in comparison, and I'm jonesing now.
6:37. Somebody waved at you!😂😁
All looks delicious👍
Camel meat is super delicious! We love it in Somaliland. Camel meat to be can be more gamey but also very delicious and fatty. Its a taste on its own. I don't know how I can compare it. I am sure you would like Camel steak more. Please try a Camel steak or grilled Camel pieces. You definitely need someone to take you to the core Arab Dubai places peyman or Khalid all day!!!
Food looked DELICIOUS! Like too try a camel burger.
Safe Journey!
CHOLULA!!!
Omg pani puri 😍🤤
Here is an episode that features most of the tourist traps in one video. With the exception of the Lassi Shop, I wouldn't go inside most of them. Mike, you need a better guide in Dubai.
Oh cmon dont tell me its because there were many Pakistani featurings. Other vloggers have already looked into Indian Iraninan Lebanese Egyptian corners of Dubai so why not Mikey try Pakistani parts? You must already know very well that Dubai is a hotpot of cultures & hence all these nationalities contribute to the state culture. And Mikey guy isnt a fool. He's travelled the world and prolly has seen his fellow's videos so he must have taken this new route to explore the city so whats wrong in it? Either way imo it was a good video & the guide wasnt bad.
In this episode Mikey is being a tourist for the most part and not a traveller.
When Mikey says something is hot... ITS EFFFING HOT AS HELLFIRES OF HELL!!
You should collab with outdoor chief life taku and make your own catch and cook with him !!! Or deer meat for dinner in Florida !!!!
Hi Mike! Love your videos but can you share the exact locations of the places you mentioned in the video please 😃
Awesome. Thanks Mike
I died the moment u said sambusa. It's samosa
Nope, they are called sambusa, although they are like a samosa. The English word samosa derives from Hindi word 'samosa' (Hindi: समोसा), traceable to the Middle Persian word sanbosag (سنبوسگ) 'triangular pastry'. Similar pastries are called sambusak in Arabic; Medieval Arabic recipe books sometimes spell it sambusaj.
In Central Asia they’re know as samsa.
the tourguide is very good! kudos to that guy
hello mike chan. we are present. thank you for sharing ♥️♥️👍👍🤗🤗
I would love to visit here some day. Love from Vietnam.
Hello from Nicaragua Mikey
I love Mike that's the first thing I want to say that reaction to the cucumber water had me dying I know he's not over exaggerating on everything but cucumber water being amazing definitely threw me for a loop lol 💙 love from NC
You were going to make a ramen video in Chicago suddenly you are in Dubai
I tried 🐪 burger when I was stationed in Saudi Arabia 🇸🇦 ! Pretty good!
Nice video Mikey
Cheers from San Diego California
Every time a youtuber I follow comes to Chicago. I was their video and see that I just missed them.
Mike lowkey flexing his wedding ring❣️
Both Mark and Sonny have tried camel meat and loved it!
Camel meat is super scrumptious and delicious. If you ever go to Dubai, and you're not a vegetarian / vegan, please do try it. When I had it, it was not put into everything like these days, it was only available in spaces like Mandi and some biryanis. Now they have a lot of options, from burgers to sandwiches etc.
Chicago has ramen? I gotta go back to visit. Lol
Like every city has ramen - doesn’t mean it’s good tho
I LOVE YOUR VIDEOS!!! 💓💓
Do you actually use athletic greens? It really does look like a good product. Worried I might not consume enough green in my diet. Much love.
NOOO Mikey!!! Panipuri is best when you eat with your hands 😍
Mike in your next video please show the "Slave Quarters," of the Asian cooks, waiters and workers of Dubai. Thanks in advance. J
Chicago sure has changed a lot
Wow nice to know about saffron n tea 😊
Hey Mike!! ❤❤
Awesome
Mikey you really need to look into the ethics of promoting countries like Dubai, Quatar, UAE and Saudi Arabia. They all straight up RELY on slave labor to exist. Migrant workers often have their passports and paychecks withheld. Not allowed to go back home, and forced to work.
Typed by someone on their phone, tablet or computer made from slave labour in China.
I don't even disagree with your points about the Arab countries but people like to pretend they aren't the same in supporting slave nations through their purchases.
@@brandonb7120 Me using technology, a requirement for my life and work, is a hell of a lot different than telling people to go on vacation in Dubai, an elitist hellhole literally built on the backs of slaves.
@@extraordinaaron of course it is - because that would cause you to have to change your actions.
Plenty of people manage to do without the things you say are a requirement - therefore highlighting if you really cared enough you'd work out ways around it.
knowing a pinch of safron is about 5 bucks per pinch. seeing that many inches is crazy.
Dubai is older than I thought
Yo mikey! Just noticed that ring finger! Congratulations!!
That all looked delicious, but especially the last place! Thank you for showing us around! :D
Street food is always the best! Never had camel 🐪 before love to see your reaction to eating that
Hahaha you going learn today!
Where’s the sandwich shop?
come to georgia the country our food is different and great
"We eat a lot, and the portion sizes are massive." Mike's brain: "Challenge accepted... amateurs."
The guy with the chin diaper blowing smoke in people's faces.. and they wonder why Covid is still around.
Yikes this comment is a 🙅♀️😬
That AG is way expensive.
Dubai looks so amazing. Some day I’m going there! Saffron milk tea 😍
Al Bait Al Qadeem was nice in its Interiors, Food and Service according to what I saw !!
Whats the Name of the Falafel, Sandwich, Sambusa Shop after U crossed the River Ferry ??
11:57 That Lassi Shop I think is the same 1 that's in Hyderabad, India because the Lassi Shop written was of same Design, Font and the Style of Menu I mean the Colours used, etc are similar or I think same as I had in Hyderabad, IND !! Indian Style Roadside Paani Puri was a Bomb Bruh !!
Need to try out Camel Burger when I will visit Dubai for sure !!
Saffron Testing is one of the main highlights of this video and also Al Ustad Kabab !!
Mikey I am an arab and there are many amazing arab food vloggers in Dubai or Saudi or other arab countries like Lift and Cheat, Basil alhaj and S7S and they are big youtubers with great content would be amazing if u guys had a collab
Please visit NOBU in Dubai
Yoo mike you gotta tag him for showing you around
You are so blessed to travel the world.
I’d starve if I went to Dubai, camel burger? Not a chance.
Yay I was the first here ❤️ I swear I love your videos
WOW! WOW! OH THIS IS DELICIOUS!
It’s cucumber and water…
😂😂😂
The guy: The portions we eat are massive:
Mike: (chortling) Really?
Me: 🤣🤣🤣
Mike really chicken out in the burger
The Camel is most likely from Australia, We have many camel farms here even though they arent native to Australia and most of it gets sold as Meat to Dubai and the Middle East.
A lot of UAE, Saudi, and Omani camels come from Somalia
Ramen wasabi slaps, I’m there at least once per month