Along with Ahlan wa Sahlan there is one more thing any dhow cruise company worth its reputation will greet you with- a steaming cup of Arabic coffee brewed the right way.
There are pages written on this refreshing drink and its aroma is described as the very whiff of jannat (paradise) itself. Nonetheless, these are just some of the reasons why practically every hotel and establishment offers traditional Arabian coffee to any visitor and guest.
As Ahmad Al-Khaled of Kuwait Times puts it, “Heroism and hospitality have long been associated with Arabic coffee.” Going by the behavior and the ways of the Arabs, this is a fact. Warrior blood runs true in their veins as is the reverence paid to any guests that cross their thresholds.
In its own way, the tiny cup of Arabian coffee offered to a tourist or visitor on a Dubai boat tour is symbolic of a heartfelt welcome from the entire nation of Arab peoples.
There are some traditions that are passed on from one generation to another and the coffee-serving tradition is one of them. Come onboard any Dubai/UAE dhow cruise and you will see how true this is.
Some tourists may find the traditional Arabic coffee a tad strong for their palate as the coffee is served extremely concentrated. Nonetheless, the effect is entirely enjoyable on a person and serves as a fantastic memory to carry home from your dinner and dhow cruise in Dubai.
If you would like to carry home more than a memory of this wonderful brew, you could always ask your Dubai dhow company to point you to a place where you can find a packed parcel or a coffee-making kit.
Diane Trader is a travel consultant with a love for the vast deserts of the Middle East and the idyllic Arabian waters. Having lived in the Middle East for a major part of her life, she has a deep sense of affection for Dubai, with its lovely Dubai dinner cruises in dhows and interesting nautical events.
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