The UAE has a rich history of coffee. With traditions dating back ages, what better place to learn more about the culinary history of the country than by visiting the museum, especially for this. Yes, we are talking about the Coffee Museum in Dubai that’s located in the Al Fahidi District of Dubai. Yes, you read that absolutely right! It’s regarded as the first Coffee Museum in the MENA region, and here’s all you need to know about the same.
Coffee Museum Is Open Al Fahidi District
The Coffee Museum in Dubai is absolutely the place for you. If you consider yourself a coffee aficionado. With AED10 for tasting, it allows you to try different types of coffee under a single roof. While it does offer a free entry, the coffee tasting costs a minimal amount. On the Ground Floor, you can find different zones that reflect different traditions and coffee rituals. However, upstairs, you get to learn more from the Literature Room.
What Can You Expect Here?
Offering a relaxing atmosphere that’s complimented by regional and traditional architecture, visiting the Coffee Museum in Dubai is an experience unlike any other. The museum’s exhibits include coffee-related creations. Yes, there are even antiques that are about 300 years old! From brewing pots from Yemen and Ethiopia to Coffee grinders from the First World War, there are many that you wouldn’t want to miss.
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As it happens, this museum is not just a celebration of the local coffee but also of global coffee history. Yes, relaying the wholesome story of coffee, it talks about the origin and history as well.
At this point, it’s worth mentioning that this museum was built by Khalid Al Mulla, who is a coffee merchant and collector. Built in a 150-year-old property, this place was restored and deemed perfect for a museum of this much-loved beverage.
Doesn’t it sound perfect? Well, don’t forget to visit this museum, and we are sure you will not be disappointed.
Where: Al Fahidi Historical, Villa 44, Bur Dubai, Dubai
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