For this episode of Stories From UAE, Bianca visits the iconic Golden Dragon in Oud Metha and sits down with owner Rohit to explore the history, memories, and flavours that have kept this restaurant thriving for nearly five decades.
Highlights from the episode:
• Visit Dubai’s oldest Chinese restaurant, established in 1976
• Meet owner Rohit and hear the story behind Golden Dragon’s legacy
• Explore a restaurant older than the Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall & Palm Jumeirah
• Step inside the kitchen where the woks have been working for almost 50 years
• Discover how Golden Dragon introduced Chinese food to generations of UAE residents
• Learn about the dishes that became local favourites over the decades
• Hear stories of loyal customers spanning three generations
• Find out why some things at Golden Dragon have never changed
From old-school recipes and family traditions to the evolution of Dubai’s food scene, this episode is a nostalgic journey through one of the city’s most beloved culinary institutions.
Have you ever visited Golden Dragon, or do you have a favourite old Dubai restaurant that’s stood the test of time?