DoinDubai Magazine

An Honest Guide to Life in Dubai

You are here: Home / Archives for EATING / Breakfast in Dubai

Breakfast in Dubai

Breakfast is the best meal of the day so the saying goes.

Eat heartily at breakfast time and you have the whole day to digest it! Need some breakfast inspo in Dubai? You've come to right place.

Welcome to our new Breakfast in Dubai section added by request from Stef The Breakfast Monster at Dubai Eye 103.8 Vegetarian, Non vegetarian, paleo, South Indian, it's all here. Read a snippet then read a bit more in a post where we've reviewed the restaurant we're recommending. It may not be an exclusive breakfast review though but we know they do a good breakfast too!

by Leave a Comment

DUBAI THALI MEALS authentic value for money Indian food

What are Dubai Thali Meals all about then?

UPDATE DECEMBER 2022: NEW THALI LUNCH ALERT

We really liked our Andhra (from Andhra Pradesh state) style thali in Discovery Gardens near the Jebal Ali side of Dubai. It’s called GODAVARI and serves both vegetarian and non vegetarian thalis. Be prepared to wait for a table at the weekend. Definitely worth the trip.

VEG AND NON VEG MEALS FROM GODAVARI RESTAURANT ANDHRA STYLE

Nice place to sit and super grocery shopping at the nearby Flavours supermarket! Blueberry boxes for AED 3 and Strawberries for AED 6!

Dubai Thali Meals are from India mainly. They are a complete meal served to you in separate little bowls all on one, tray style plate. Dubai Thali meals are cheap as chips but hugely authentic, and very tasty too. They’re great for hearty eaters as you can often have refills of your favourite dishes.

Money Saving Deals DoinDubai Monica Kapila Andrha Thali
Andhra Style Thali at Shree Krishna Bhavan in Karama

Quite often they’re also served on fresh banana leaves instead of china plates. Very sustainable and saves water and laborious washing up.

TIP

Do ASK for knives and forks if you need them else eat with your hands like everyone else!

TIP

In terms of timing, if you go on a Friday for lunch (much more sensible than boozy, overpriced brunches) then get to your thali place by about 12 or 12.30 pm else you may have to queue.

TIP

Rice is typically served at the END of the meal to fill you up, again you can have as much as you like IF you have room!

TIP

We like the Gujerati thali (Western India style) from Rangoli in Karama most of all. Decent place to sit and don’t forget to get some fresh eggless ice cream from Govinda’s restaurant next door after you’ve finished your spicy thali. Try flavours like guava or custard apple!

MONEY SAVING DEALS DOINDUBAI MONICA KAPILA Thali at Rangoli Karama Cafe
Gujerati Style Thali from Rangoli in Karama

If you fancy making your own easy peasy vegan ice cream with just 3 ingredients then listen to how easy it is on our vegan ice cream podcast.

Just 3 ingredient vegan ice cream

Other Thali places include Venus Restaurant (Karama) Shree Krishna Bhavan (Karama) and Saravana Bhavan branches in Al Barsha near Mall of Emirates and Karama.

If you’d like seafood then try Dhe Puttu for your thali also Karama side of town. I still suggest you call before hand and CHECK they are serving thalis when you want to go. Often the a la carte items may not be available when it’s Thali Time!

Money Saving Deals DoinDubai Monica Kapila Thali Meals Venus Karama
South Indian Thali from Venu restaurant Karama

Expect to pay between aed 10 and aed 25 or so for a Dubai Thali meal

You can also get and should try South Indian dosas as well if you’re at one of these restaurants. We like the dosas at Sarvana Bhavan with branches in Karama and Al Barsha not far from Mall of the Emirates. Or you could go to Bombay Chowpatty at Mall of Emirates itself if you’re shopping.

A great alternative Friday breakfast brunch idea for the family. VERY REASONABLY PRICED TOO so treat your family and friends but leave your designer gear at home, it’s casual and comfortable style here.

Dosa at Bombay Chowpatty Mall of Emirates

Want MORE? Then follow us on @DoinDubai INSTAGRAM for more up to the minute ideas and do check out our Money Saving Deals page that links to the Dubai Eye Podcast

by Leave a Comment

LA PARISIENNE CAFE genuine French cafe & bakery in Dubai

A cool, slightly hidden eatery in the heart of Jumeriah, La Parisienne cafe serves authentic, well priced food in a light and airy setting. Read on to see why you should try La Parisienne, did you know they supply bread to Namos and Nusret restaurants in Dubai?

La Parisienne Cafe

The Food at La Parisienne cafe

We visited for breakfast on a Friday and I chose the goats cheese puff pastry squares drizzled with honey and black sesame seeds on a bed of rocket. My dining partner went for the classic avocado on toast and we couldn’t leave without trying a freshly baked, warm croissant. Check their menu on their website here.

money saving deals monica kapila doindubai goats cheese pastry la parisienne cafe dubai

But I’m trying not to eat too many carbs

Don’t worry there’s plenty on the menu for you to choose that’s not carb heavy. La Parisienne cafe has açai bowls, healthy salads and of course you could choose any of the egg combinations without the breads.

Are there any deals at La Parisienne cafe

Yes there are. Kids under 12 get to eat FREE CREPES provided an adult spends at least AED 35 on anything at the same time. That’s easy to do! Or you could go for the very good value Notre Dame breakfast that’s AED 49.

It offers you:

  • a hot drink like a tea or coffee and a freshly squeezed juice
  • a bread basket,
  • some viennoiserie – croissant/pain chocolat
  • AND an omelette too!
La Parisienne Cafe DoinDubai French baguette

Where exactly is La Parisienne cafe

See the Google Map below for the exact location. Roughly it’s just before the large Choitrams that’s situated before the junction of the Dubai canal on Al Wasl road side of town. It’s a good location for breakfast after a walk on the beach in cooler weather, they have a good terrace at the back of the property too. The exact address is Shop 8 Lamar Mall 57 Al Wasl road

Prices

Prices are very reasonable at the cafe. To give you an idea a plain croissant (freshly baked) is just AED 9.00 and a flat white coffee is AED 15 ! Mine was hot, strong and served in a nice cup! I don’t know anywhere else a flat white of this quality to have in house is this price! Full main meals average around AED 60

Opening Hours

Every day from 8AM to 10PM DAILY. So lot’s of opportunities to visit.

Before you leave buy this

Do check out and buy some of the well priced and authentic Extra Virgin Olive Oil at AED 15 each or AED 25 if you buy 2 bottles at the moment!

La Parisienne Cafe DoinDubai Tunisian Olive Oil

Worth Knowing

La Parisienne cafe also offers a full catering service for when you just want to eat at home for yourself or when you’re planning to have a group of people over at home.

Any downside?

The main issue for me was literally just the shop front. It’s not enticing to enter from the outside as there are quite a few graphics making the whole look is a little too busy. But don’t let that put you going in and trying! I think you and your wallet be glad you did!

note

This post was written in conjunction with La Parisienne Cafe but the views are all my own.

by 2 Comments

3 INGREDIENT PANCAKES NO EGGS

EATING

3 ingredient pancakes - no eggs or flour

3 ingredient pancakes

Bananas, Oats and Milk. That’s it. You want to make your 3 ingredient pancakes VEGAN? Then just use a nut milk, like almond or even oat milk. You want to make your 3 ingredient pancakes gluten free? Then use gluten free oats. 

3 ingredient pancakes doindubai

There are one or two other ingredients you need like oil for frying and a pinch of baking powder, but I’m assuming you have these in your pantry or larder. A bit of cinnamon adds to taste if you like it and for those with a sweeter tooth, drizzle on a bit of good quality maple syrup and or some açai.

3 ingredient pancakes doindubai The Ingredients

3 Ingredient Pancakes

  • bananas 1 and a 1/2

    Ripe but not overly ripe, I used medium size bananas.

  • Oats 60 grams

    So that's 3/4 cup or 1/2 cup of oats per banana. I used quick cooking oats from Mornflake as I had them in my cupboard, add a teaspoon of fibre if you like. I like Fibreful.

  • milk 180 mls

    So that's 1/4 cup per banana. I used Koita Organic Lactose Free milk, use what you like, or try with laban and a little water.

  • Pinch of baking powder

    You can also add a little cinnamon if you like and or a teaspoon of brown sugar.

  • Little oil to fry

    I use grapeseed oil

How to Make

Equipment Required

View this post on Instagram

3 INGREDIENT PANCAKES NO EGGS OR FLOUR INGREDIENTS 1️⃣ BANANAS 1 and a 1/2 medium size ripe 2️⃣ MILK 180 mls (that's 60 mls or 1/4 cup milk per banana) 3️⃣ OATS 3/4 cup or 60 grams (that's 1/2 cup per banana) Pinch of baking powder Little oil to fry I use Grapeseed Assuming you have those 2 in your pantry.. OPTIONAL If you like a bit of extra sweet then add 1/2 teaspoon of good BROWN SUGAR into mix at this point. HOW TO MAKE 1️⃣ Whiz all above up NOT THE OIL, in a Nutribullet or blender 2️⃣ Take a tiny bowl or your 1/4 cup measure of the mixture and pour carefully into a preheated frying pan with a little oil spread over the base ✍? TOP TIPS WAIT till you see little bubbles then carefully flip till golden brown LOW HEAT is best so be patient CUT UP greaseproof paper into squares and use to separate each pancake DON’T WAIT to fry once you’ve made the mixture as the oats will thicken it up a bit ? DEVOUR As they are, or drizzle with tiny bit of maple syrup or melt a little blob of frozen acai on top Add your fave coffee on the side! ? ❓ Have you made pancakes during lockdown? Another #LockdownFirst for me! Inspired by @sandyskitchendxb @upcloseandhealthy . . . . . #pancakes #eggless #vegan #easypancakes #easyrecipe #cookingathome #stayathomeandcook #lockdownfirst #eggless #flourless #mornflake #nutribulletme #nuteibullet #just3ingredients #vegansindubai #vegan.dubai #elgrocer #koitafoods @veganpancakes_ #veganpancakerecipe #veganpancakestack @cookingdiaries_nikki #vegetarian #plantbased #soeasy @khaleejtimes @khaleejtimes @thermomixmiddleeast

A post shared by Monica Kapila (@doindubai) on

Quick Shopping List

  • 1. Fresh Bananas
  • 2. Oats and Fibreful porridge if you like
  • 3. Milk
  • 4. Baking Powder
  • 5. Oil
  • 6. Cinnamon
3 ingredient pancakes doindubai The Equipment
use measuring tools that work for you

Get the younger members of the family to have a go at making these pancakes. I’ve never made pancakes before and I loved this recipe and the result! Another Lockdown First for us! If you have a thermomix then you’re lucky, these will whiz up a few seconds! 

just 3 ingredients
add cinnamon & brown sugar
wait for the bubbles
separate with baking paper

Energy Balls another easy recipe only 4 ingredients

Short Online Exercise DoinDubai not boring
easy to make 4 ingredient energy balls
Cooking Lessons in London Sauce by the Langham Monica Kapila
Monica Kapila
Chef at DoinDubai

Subscribe to our newsletter

FOR FRESH INSPIRATION

MOTIVATION

Cook something from scratch and eat fresh today. Establish a routine for every day that incorporates cooking, connecting and chilling! Stay well everyone. 

 If you’d like us to review a product or service for this award winning website, then get in touch using the link below:

COLLABORATE

Click on these Pictures to Link to Related Posts

Healthy paleo porridge no oats
Fish Market in Dubai
Thermomix in Dubai Is it worth it?
Multi Cooker so versatile

Most of our recipe projects start out on our Instagram feed so follow us on the gram to get the latest healthy eating ideas! 

by 2 Comments

STAND UP PADDLE BOARDING IN DUBAI

LIVING

STAND UP PADDLE BOARDING IN DUBAI

the Deal

Combine breakfast on the beach with a stand up paddle boarding in Dubai. We tried this a few weeks ago and would highly recommend it as a cool beach activity that’s fun and inexpensive. Great to do with visitors.

where does it happen

We recommend KiteNSurf just adjacent to the ParkHouse kiosk café near Al Hadd street in Jumeirah 3. Just go past DOSC away from Kite Beach and you can’t miss it. There is a map a bit further down this post. 

STAND UP PADDLE BOARDING IN DUBAI DOINDUBAI COFFEE AT PARK HOUSE

how does it work

Simply turn up at the KiteNSurf shop and book your paddling slot. It’s AED 80 for an hour that includes a breakfast option at the ParkHouse café. Keep your receipt, you’ll have to present that to ParkHouse after your paddling session to avail your free breakfast.

STAND UP PADDLE BOARDING IN DUBAI DOINDUBAI PADDLING OUT TO SEA

a cool beach activity that’s fun and inexpensive. Great to do with visitors.

do I need any special equipment

No just bring yourself, everything is provided. The staff at KiteNSurf walk with you to the edge of the sea and also carry your boards and equipment! You are given some comprehensive but totally sensible instructions on how to handle your board. Kneel first then stand, then paddle, then enjoy! The board is Velcro attached to your ankle so you won’t lose it even if you come off.

what to wear

You will be on a slippery board on the sea, so you may fall in the water, you may want to swim straight after. Wear suitable swimwear and or swim shorts if you prefer. If it’s very hot then maybe consider a light tee shirt on top of your swim wear. Don’t wear anything on your feet.

meet me at the beach

Get a feel of the vibe of this place. 

is it difficult to paddle

I don’t think so, you may not go in the direction you’d like all the time, but it’s not difficult. You can sit astride the board and paddle, kneel or stand or do a combination. It’s a little tough on the arms to paddle for a whole hour so maybe share with a friend and take turns with the board. KiteNSurf are fine with this, but you only get one breakfast!

the free breakfast

Simply present your receipt to KiteNSurf, we gave our receipt in before we paddled so it didn’t get wet and you can order your breakfast before hand or when you finish your paddle session. We opted for scrambled eggs and avo on toast and paid a little extra for the eggs. 

It’s served in a simple box and you eat facing the sea on wooden benches and tables. You also have options of  overnight oats and pancakes. Coffee, which is excellent is included. They have some non dairy milks too. Almond and Soya I think.

If you rent a double kayak from KiteNSurf, for AED 120 for an hour, then 2 breakfasts are included from ParkHouse

but take note

ParkHouse is popular for kids birthday parties especially at the weekends, so it can get quite busy, turn up early by 9 or 9.30 am for your paddling session and you should be fine.

There are 2 ParkHouse cafes quite near each other on this stretch of beach. If you want to experience a more comprehensive meal, then try the one at Kite Beach. We like it there too but it’s always more lively. 

The breakfast paddle and KiteNSurf deal is available every day, but it’s generally easier to paddle and kayak in the mornings as the sea is calmer.  You need to be 14 years old to book a paddle board or kayak if you’re on your own.  They accept Apple Pay as well. 

STAY HYDRATED WITH DOINDUBAI

Show the ParkHouse people this review and get a

FREE WATER

when you book a paddle and breakfast deal….

Location

where is it

Park House and KiteNSurf

Monica Kapila
Founder of DoinDubai

MOTIVATION

Start your Fridays with some rigorous exercise, go for a swim, do a yoga class or an early morning walk, then you can eat brunch guilt free!

 If you’d like us to review a product or service for this award winning website, then get in touch using the link below:

COLLABORATE

 

subscribe to our newsletter

FOR FRESH INSPIRATION
error: Content is protected !!