History Of Pakistani Cuisine In Dubai
Pakistani cuisine is influenced by their historical, cultural, economical, and demographic factors. Dubai is an international hub for business, trade and tourism. During the evolving phase of the city, it adapted a lot of cuisine, style and culture across the globe.
Here's a brief overview of history of Pakistani Cuisine -
Early Immigration Wave -
If we look at the roots of emerging Pakistani cuisine in Dubai it was the immigration period of (1970's to 1980's). A major proportion of Pakistani migrants arrived in Dubai for merely living purposes. Eventually, they came to Dubai in the search of a better job opportunity; primarily they worked in different services sectors such as trade, industry, construction, and food. Lately, they expanded their ideas to food with their authentic traditional recipes and more which led to the growth of Pakistani cuisine in Dubai.
Growing Pakistani Community -
Over the decade, the Pakistani community started to grow above the belt. Lately, they established business, worked in the food industry and played a significant role in the development of Dubai food diversity and Dubai's economy. The increased population of the Pakistani community created high demand for authentic traditionally cooked Pakistani dishes.
Emergence of Pakistani Restaurants -
As the Pakistani community evolved over the decade, youthful minds saw it as an opportunity to set their food business over familiar food preferences. Pakistani restaurants and Hubs began to open across the city with their authentic flavor and recipe. They offered a wide range of dishes from street food such as chaat and kebabs to authentically cooked signature biryani and haleem.
Food Festivals and Events -
Dubai's commitment and encouragement of cultural diversity is reflected in its events and festivals. Dubai hosts various food festivals that celebrate Pakistani cuisine such as Global village, Pakistani food festivals, Ramadan Food Bazaars, Expo 2020 Dubai and much more. These events often led to the popularity of Pakistani cuisine across the globe.
Fusion and Adaption -
Some Pakistani restaurants have developed innovative fusion of Pakistani cuisine with local Emirati or international touches. Dubai's encouraging nature of appreciating and adapting different cultures, cuisines and traditions has helped in blending Pakistani cuisine and culture with international influence, taste and tricks in Dubai. The fusion of Pakistani cuisine with international touch often caters to natives on the same plate to enjoy their food.
