Eat Offbeat: Pakistani Cuisine Dinner + Cooking Demo

This special experience invites you to explore the richness of Pakistani cuisine through stories of heritage, hospitality, and timeless flavor. 

In Pakistan, food is more than nourishment, it is a ritual of gathering, a symbol of generosity, and a way to bring people together. From bustling street corners to family tables, meals are shared slowly, with intention, where every spice carries history and every dish reflects a deep cultural identity. 

Throughout the evening, Chef Home will guide you through the artistry of Pakistani cooking, sharing the cultural significance behind each dish. At the heart of the experience, guests will learn how to make classic Pakistani street food and comfort dishes, a delicate balance of spice, warmth, and tradition. 

About the Chef:

Homa is a designer and the Founder & Creative of Homaq, a Dubai-based luxury modest wear brand established in 2008 with a presence across the GCC and internationally. Though not a professionally trained chef, Home brings a lifelong love of Pakistani food and culture to the table, rooted in family kitchens and the flavors. 

Her design career has always been about honoring heritage while creating something contemporary and refined, and she brings that same spirit to her cooking. For Homa, Pakistani cuisine is a story of comfort, celebration, and generosity, and she is excited to share that story through dishes she grew up with. 

With warmth, creativity, and deep respect for her roots, Homa transforms every dish into a story, bringing people together through food. 

On the Menu:

• Welcome drink and finger food  will be served upon arrival. 
• First Course: Vegetable Pakora with Apricot Muraba
• Second Course: Aloo Tikki with Mint and Mango Chutney
• Main Course: Nihari with Naan 
• Dessert: Sooji ka Halwa

What to Expect:

• Live Cooking Experience: Learn how to prepare Pakistani street food classics with Homa, discovering the techniques behind these beloved dishes. 
• Cultural Storytelling: Explore the history, spices, and traditions that shape Pakistani cuisine. 
• Shared Table: Enjoy a warm, communal dining experience rooted in Pakistani hospitality. 
• Take the Experience Home: Leave inspired, with knowledge to recreate elements of the experience in your own kitchen.