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The cuisine of the UAE reflects the cultural diversity of the country and the "melting pot" it has become. The fact that the UAE has traditionally been a center for trading has resulted in an enormous variety of tastes.

There is a great selection of imported as well as local produce which makes an excellent culinary experience. Arabic and Middle Eastern food dominate the cuisine, and the vast majority of the restaurants serve Lebanese food. It is very hard to find a restaurant that serves UAE meals.

One distinctive flavor of the Gulf region's cuisine is that of the dried lime: grown in Oman or imported from Southeast Asia and dried on the tree, this ingredient is common in the cooking of the region.