Really great tour, for residents as well as tourists!
Farida is an amazing person, full of knowledge and anecdotes, and she takes you to a range of hidden gems!

Saw this tour in reddit for best things to do in Dubai and boy were they right! We had Joanne as a guide and she was extremely knowledgeable and friendly,... read moreSaw this tour in reddit for best things to do in Dubai and boy were they right! We had Joanne as a guide and she was extremely knowledgeable and friendly, what a great guide! Fresh food (faves were the falafel and shawarma) plus interesting facts and humor about Dubai and it's development throughout the years. Definitely make it a point to get on this tour even if you have limited time in the city like I did! read less

Had the good fortune to take the Old Dubai tour with Arva when I was in Dubai two weeks ago. The whole experience was wonderful. Arva is a knowledgeable, generous... read moreHad the good fortune to take the Old Dubai tour with Arva when I was in Dubai two weeks ago. The whole experience was wonderful. Arva is a knowledgeable, generous guide who takes the effort to get to know everyone on the tour and make them feel special. She was also helpful after the tour, giving suggestions on other things to do in Dubai and looking up the times of camel races for me. Most importantly, the food you experience on this tour is fantastic and really highlights Dubai's multicultural cuisine. I'll definitely be booking another tour with Frying Pan the next time I am in the Emirates! read less

Loved the Dubai souks food tour! This was one of the best tours I’ve been on anywhere. Arva is a terrific guide, sharing her stories of the neighbourhood, Dubai history,... read moreLoved the Dubai souks food tour! This was one of the best tours I’ve been on anywhere. Arva is a terrific guide, sharing her stories of the neighbourhood, Dubai history, and local foods. Can’t recommend highly enough! read less

Very good walking food tour for tourists! Checked out really OG places for food. My visitors thoroughly enjoyed it; food was wonderful and Nada was very sweet and amazing. Definitely recommended!

Best tour in Dubai.After the tour it is easier to understand the city.The food is amazing and arva, our guide, was the best part.I reallu recommend it.

What a tour! We have done food tours around the world: Thailand, Vietnã… Nothing compares with Frying pan food in Dubai: the food was delicious but more important, is much more than food:... read moreWe have done food tours around the world: Thailand, Vietnã… Nothing compares with Frying pan food in Dubai: the food was delicious but more important, is much more than food: culture.
Arva our guide is superb read less

Best tour in Dubai.
After the tour it is easier to understand the city.
The food is amazing and arva, our guide, was the best part.
I reallu recommend it.

The best tour in dubai The tour is so fantastic, shows a different Dubai.
The food is awesome, but nothing is better than oir guide Arva.
She made with passion and answered all of the questions with... read moreThe tour is so fantastic, shows a different Dubai.
The food is awesome, but nothing is better than oir guide Arva.
She made with passion and answered all of the questions with a big smile.
The best attraction in sbai read less

Foodies book this tour! Do not hesitate to book this tour! Our guide was one of the locals herself, Farida. She was upbeat and so passionate about the area and the food. We learned... read moreDo not hesitate to book this tour! Our guide was one of the locals herself, Farida. She was upbeat and so passionate about the area and the food. We learned a lot from her about the history and culture which helps you to really appreciate the area and food more! If you want to go where the locals go and not touristy food, this is the tour for you. Book this tour, you won’t be disappointed! read less

A must Dubai foodie tour… This tour is a must. Arva, our guide, was a wealth of information about the history of Dubai, the old city, culture and the food. Moreover, she’s a great storyteller... read moreThis tour is a must. Arva, our guide, was a wealth of information about the history of Dubai, the old city, culture and the food. Moreover, she’s a great storyteller and made our outing so much fun. She took us to places we never would have come across on our own and to top it off she helped us bargain for the highest quality saffron in the souk.

This was truly one of our most memorable outings in Dubai and we would highly recommend it! read less

Had a lovely time being shown around old Dubai on a foodie tour. The Falafel and creamy hummus were some of the best we have had during our stay in... read moreHad a lovely time being shown around old Dubai on a foodie tour. The Falafel and creamy hummus were some of the best we have had during our stay in Dubai. The tour group was small, informative and delicious. Thanks for a lovely time. read less

Had a lovely time being shown around old Dubai on a foodie tour. The Falafel and creamy hummus were some of the best we have had during our stay in... read moreHad a lovely time being shown around old Dubai on a foodie tour. The Falafel and creamy hummus were some of the best we have had during our stay in Dubai. The tour group was small, informative and delicious. Thanks for a lovely time. read less

A must-do in Dubai I cannot say enough good things about Farida and the tour. I booked the Middle Eastern Food Pilgrimage for me, my BF and my parents. Farida was knowledgeable, funny, and... read moreI cannot say enough good things about Farida and the tour. I booked the Middle Eastern Food Pilgrimage for me, my BF and my parents. Farida was knowledgeable, funny, and just an overall kind and welcoming person. Every stop on the tour was delicious and I wish I had a bigger stomach so I could’ve eaten more of everything. We got to try so many dishes I wouldn’t have known about otherwise. The kunafa was my favorite. Frying Pan is a MUST when visiting Dubai. read less

Enthusiastic guides and interesting walk through neighborhood with a mix of sweet and savory restaurants. Come hungry.

One of the best & most authentic experiences you can have in Dubai! Absolutely amazing experience with Farida yesterday on the Middle Eastern Food Tour. Even though we have lived in Dubai for 5 years now and have certainly tasted a lot of... read moreAbsolutely amazing experience with Farida yesterday on the Middle Eastern Food Tour. Even though we have lived in Dubai for 5 years now and have certainly tasted a lot of the typical foods from this region, we had a blast - best kebabs, kunafa and hummus I have tasted, absolutely authentic places with superb hospitaly and so much to learn and discover - stories about food, history, local customs, ingredients… came home with a full belly, a full heart and lots more knowledge and stories to share! Will definitely do this with our next visitors and want to try out the Indian Tour next! read less

Great cultural and gastronomic adventure! Nada did an outstanding job of introducing us to the how and why of so many aspects of Middle East cuisine. She explained the historic background to so many... read moreNada did an outstanding job of introducing us to the how and why of so many aspects of Middle East cuisine. She explained the historic background to so many tastes and practices, while making sure we were all well fed. This was a great evening with family and friends! read less

Great Spice Souk Tour and much more! Arva led 3 of us on a whirlwind tour of the spice souk, creekside and much more. She provided the historical and cultural background to so much of Dubai, and... read moreArva led 3 of us on a whirlwind tour of the spice souk, creekside and much more. She provided the historical and cultural background to so much of Dubai, and drove each point home with tasty morsels! Arva is very knowledgeable about Dubai and its occupants, and could give university lectures on so many subjects. This tour was a walking, eating class and could have gone on for many more hours! A great way to eat your way through parts of the city! read less

Professional, personal, delicious, delightful! One of the great Dubai experiences. I have lived in Dubai for most of my life and was introducing my partner to the city I grew up in. Sparks flew!... read moreOne of the great Dubai experiences. I have lived in Dubai for most of my life and was introducing my partner to the city I grew up in. Sparks flew!

The Middle Eastern Food Pilgrimage with Farida was simply outstanding. It involves a deep, engaging cultural conversation full of stories, traditions, quirks and humor. Dubai (and the unique flavors it has cultivated) is presented on a number of plates through the course of the evening, each with heartfelt and well thought-through narratives of their own. Farida puts her own background and perspective (as well as those of the tireless chefs making our food) into the mix to wonderful effect.

Frying Pan Adventures is thoughtful, authentic and professional. You will fall in love with the cuisine and the stories of this fabled city. I recommend it as one of the best things you can do in Dubai, whether a newbie arrival, a visitor or a veteran of the place. read less

We did the Little India tour with Tanya a few days ago and it was a wonderful gift from my family for Christmas. We didn't know what to expect and... read moreWe did the Little India tour with Tanya a few days ago and it was a wonderful gift from my family for Christmas. We didn't know what to expect and having lived in Dubai for 6 years, we thought we knew everything about the city. However, we were treated to an array of smells, sounds and tastes on the tour and Tanya was excellent. She was knowledgeable, funny and a great storyteller. She shared all of her insights and secrets about growing up in the area and the best places to visit. After the tour, she emailed us all of the information about the places we had visited and eaten at, and we're already planning a trip back. I'm excited to book another of these tours and can highly recommend this one for anyone looking for a unique experience for themselves or for their family/visitors/friends! Thanks Tanya!! read less