The Black Food Trend: 5 Unique Dishes To Try in Dubai

All black, errthing black! A new foodie trend to hit Dubai is black food – we’re talking black burgers and black rice to black sushi and black ice cream! Here’s a roundup of some unique black dishes around the city…

1. Black Burger at Bridgewater Tavern

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This beast of a burger at sports bar Bridgewater Tavern comes served on a black bun. Be sure to check out the restaurant’s ‘BWT Signatures All Black’ menu for other black dishes. Black Wasabi Shrimp, anyone?!

2. Black Rice and Seared Scallops at BOCA

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Located in DIFC, BOCA is a restaurant that serves up a funky fusion of French, Italian and Spanish cuisines. One dish in particular that stands out is the Black Rice and Seared Scallops.

3. Black Garden California Roll at Sushi Counter

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Sushi Counter is popular in Dubai for many things, but did you know it also offers Black Garden California Rolls?! Head down to any branch across the city to try this unique roll.

4. Citrus 2 at Organic Press

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The Citrus 2 by juice company Organic Press is made with activated charcoal, purified water, lemon, cayenne and agave, making it a super strong detoxifier.

5. Black Ice Cream at Scoopi Cafe

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Love ice cream? Wait until you meet the Black Ice Cream at Scoopi Cafe! This gourmet ice cream cafe offers black ice cream in a black cone – now that’s what we call Insta-worthy!

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