Food and drink
Dubai has some of the Gulf's best places to eat and drink, so it's no wonder that the city's restaurants are so popular. Exploring your own kitchen, however, can help you convert the famous 'Dubai stone' to pounds in the bank...
1 Rediscover 'slow food'
Fast food restaurants charge you a premium for speed and convenience. But waiting til you get home for a more nutritious meal can pay all sorts of dividends.
2 All back to mine
Every time you host a dinner party instead of going out to a restaurant, you'll start saving - and by the time your guests have returned the favour you'll all be quids in. Or cut the food bill for the host by all agreeing to bring a dish. Entertaining at home could save AED120 a head every time
3 Let's do lunch
Lunch prices in restaurants can be up to 30% cheaper than the price of an evening menu. And you might be less likely to splurge on expensive restaurant tipples at lunchtime too. Look out for fixed price deals to make smartest savings.
4 What's in a name?
At the supermarket, own brand lines are often much cheaper the more well-known names and their quality can sometimes be just as good. With a bit of trial and error you could find a range of own label groceries you're happy with, saving you loads in the long run.