Emirati cuisine is distinguished by its rich and varied flavours, in addition to the unique techniques used in preparing its traditional dishes. Join us to try these dishes for yourself.
Al Qattara Arts Center presents the Al Suwaiya programme in its virtual edition, which aims to develop craftsmanship skills and emphasize the importance of preserving the Emirati heritage and its longstanding traditions. It features a collection of videos for selected recipes that can be prepared at home by everyone.
Machboos is one of the most popular main dishes for Emiratis. It is a traditional dish that is prepared either with meat, chicken, or seafood (such as fish and shrimp), and is characterised by the strong flavour of Arabic spices.
Al Qattara Arts Center presents the Al Suwaiya programme in its virtual edition, which aims to develop craftsmanship skills and emphasize the importance of preserving the Emirati heritage and its longstanding traditions. It features a collection of videos for selected recipes that can be prepared at home by everyone.
Sagu is a delicious Emirati dessert served during the Holy Month of Ramadan. Al Sagu consists of starchy grains extracted from palm kernels that are imported from East Asia. They are white granules that change colour when cooking until they melt and become a viscous and transparent gelatinous dessert.
Al Qattara Arts Center presents the Al Suwaiya programme in its virtual edition, which aims to develop craftsmanship skills and emphasize the importance of preserving the Emirati heritage and its longstanding traditions. It features a collection of videos for selected recipes that can be prepared at home by everyone.
Al Khabeesah is a famous traditional dessert dish in the UAE that is served on various occasions such as Eid and special holidays. It is also sometimes served at breakfast.
Luqaimat, a traditional sweet dish of fried dough covered in dates molasses, is one of the most famous of these desserts. Learn how to prepare it
In this activity, take inspiration from Zach Bruder and make playful and vibrant artworks.
In this activity, take inspiration from Jennie Jieun Lee and combine abstractions from painting and the textural shapes of sculpture into one artwork.
This activity is how to paint with gouache colours.
Creating clay tiles that tells a story or shows your personality, inspired by Yuila Losilzon
Creating a Clay figure inspired by Folktales in the style of Seyni Awa Camara
Creating a 3d layered landscape from slabs of clay that can depict a city or landscape.
Experiment the process of painting with clay slip to reveal interesting textures and cracks.
Learn the basics of paper making in this short activity video.
Create beautiful mixed media paintings while exploring nature using techniques inspired by Simrin Mehra Agarwal.
Use bold, vibrant watercolours to create luminant night sky paintings.
Learn about the letters of the Raqqa script. with the calligrapher Mohamed Mendi.
Learn to create three-dimensional representations by moulding clay.
Video for Usage of colored papers to make a fish
Create a colourful and textural abstract landscape inspired by the extraordinary artist Etel Adnan.
Learn how to make playful fruit sculptures using plaster.
In this activity, learn the linoleum printmaking technique to create print artworks of the Sheikh Zayed Mosque.
In this activity, learn how to construct figures for fashion illustrations and apply design, aesthetics and clothing construction.
Learn about the letters of the Raqqa script. with the calligrapher Mohamed Mendi.
Follow this series to meet the experts behind the Abu Dhabi Culture teams dedicated to documenting and promoting the emirate’s story.
In the Studio Panel Discussion with Afra Al Dhaheri, Mays Albaik and Simrin Mehra Agarwal
In this workshop, learn about and create an artwork inspired by Korean Artist Park So-Young.
Learn the essentials of fabric art with Hanneke Reinalda’s Masterclass “Printing on Fabric”.
In this workshop, learn about and create an artwork inspired by Korean Artist Cho Jai-Young.
In this activity, learn how to sculpt a cat using clay.
In this activity, learn basic techniques to draw an Islamic pattern.
Follow this series to meet the experts behind the Abu Dhabi Culture teams dedicated to documenting and promoting the emirate’s story.
Meet Simrin Mehra Agarwal in her studio. An Abu Dhabi based artist, Agarwal examines transitions of bloom and decay.
Get an in-depth look at artist Ghada Amer’s The Words I Love the Most through Guggenheim Abu Dhabi Spotlight series.
Create multi-coloured landscapes inspired by the work of British artist David Hockney using the jigsaw printmaking method.
Learn how to create your own vase and sculpt flowers using simple clay hand building techniques.
This series concludes with a visit to some earthen heritage sites that DCT recently conserved, using a variety of techniques
Create portraits inspired by the work of American artist Chuck Close.
Apply glass paint and white glue on canvas to create unique creative designs.
Learn about the traditional beekeeping craft, and how beekeepers sustained it with their skills, expertise, and inherited knowledge.
Learn how you can use translucent layers of watercolour paint to create vibrant illustrations.
Get an in-depth look at artist Dia Azzawi’s Ancient Symbols, through Guggenheim Abu Dhabi Spotlight series.
Learn to create three-dimensional representations by moulding clay.
Meet Mays Albaik, an Abu Dhabi based artist who draws us into her artwork with language, performance, and place from inside her studio.
Al Ain Oasis is the largest oasis in Al Ain, and has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2011.
Meet Afra Al Dhaheri, an Abu Dhabi based artist who explores materiality, ritual and process through her artwork from inside her studio.
Discover how people in the UAE lived 3000 years ago.
Visit Louvre Abu Dhabi's 'Abstraction and Calligraphy' exhibition, meet Mohammed Mandi and learn about Al-Taghrooda
Print an illustration of Qasr Al Hosn using your favourite colours.
Mix and pour acrylic paints to create dreamy, surreal, and celestial artworks.
Create up-cycled Cardboard Stamps and enjoy the process of printing.
Learn the technique of paper quilling for endless possibilities of creative designs.
In this activity, learn how to apply glaze to your ceramic objects and personalize your creations.
Learn silk painting techniques
Learn how to construct fashion illustrations and apply design, aesthetics and clothing construction.
Explore pen drawing and shading techniques
Learn about the calligraphy tools used in all types of Arabic script.
Make your own origami flowers
Learn how to sharpen the pen and apply ink to prepare your calligraphy works on paper.
Learn simple clay techniques
Create your own dolls.
Get an in-depth look at artist Shirazeh Houishary’s Luminous Darkness through Guggenheim Abu Dhabi Spotlight series.
Create your own abstract portraits inspired by Cubism.
Bring your charcoal drawings to life through film and animation.
Birmingham’s world-class orchestra played as part of Abu Dhbai Classics in the enchanting and iconic Al Jahili fort in Al Ain.
Oud legend Naseer Shamma and Bait Al Oud musicians perform music composed by Mozart and inspired by him on Arabic instruments.
Oud legend Naseer Shamma with the musicians from Bait Al Oud take their audience on a musical journey to Spain and Latin America.
An instrumental concert programme with Naseer Shamma and Bait Al Oud teachers celebrating the history of Classical Arabic Music.
For its 5th instalment, the Visits from Bait Al Oud concert series celebrates the rich tradition of Classical Arabic Singing
Emirati Singer Ahmed Al Hosani performs with Bait Al Oud Musicians and Faisal Al Saari offers a performance of “To Zayed Salam”
The second National Day Concert from Sounds of UAE with Najma Al Koor, Tariq Al Menhali and Faisal Al Jasim
Eleonora Sevenard talks to Alia Al Neyadi about her journey as a soloist at the Bolshoi Theater.
Sara bin Safwan speaks with artist Salman Al Najem about the creative force of man, mental health and finding light within darkness.
A Visual and Performing Arts showcase celebrating the accomplishments of students enrolled in the Mawhibaty programme 2019/2020
Faisal Kiwewa goes from his childhood to his arts festival, the Bayimba International Festival of the Arts, and his current plans.
Belgian photographer Mous Lamrabat sits down with Sara Khalfan Al Mheiri for an #ArtToHeart chat about his thoughts and his work.
A Celebration of the Holy Month of Ramadan under the artistic supervision of Bait Al Oud Vocal Teacher Dr. Fathulla Ahmed.
Bait Al Oud Abu Dhabi’s Qanun teacher, Bassam Abdel Satar, gathers his graduates & friends to perform a virtual concert.
Oud legend Naseer Shamma performed an online concert from Bait Al Oud Abu Dhabi, instilling hope in times of uncertainty.
Al Qattara Arts Centre celebrates World Day for Audiovisual Heritage through a series of interviews with heritage and audiovisual experts.
The first female graduate in Oud from Berklee Boston and Valencia, Alya Cycon sits across the camera with Mona Eldahshoury in this next #ArtToHeart interview.
Yarub Smairat interviews his colleague and friend, Berklee graduate and accomplished violinist Layth Sidiq.
A passionate one on one about the intricacies and theories behind classical music with David Fray.
Guggenheim Abu Dhabi’s series of studio visits culminates with a panel discussion bringing together all four visited artists.
Get to know the artists living and working in Abu Dhabi. Here, Bahraini-American artist Nasser Alzayani introduces his work.
Get to know the artists living and working in Abu Dhabi. Here, artist Hashel Al Lamki presents his multi-disciplinary work.
Get to know the artists living and working in Abu Dhabi. Here, artist Rand Abdul Jabbar presents her multi-disciplinary work.
Meet Emirati artist Maitha Abdalla as she introduces her practice, and get to know the artists living and working in Abu Dhabi.
A discussion among artists who have shaped the regional artistic scene and who have contributed to artistic institutions in the United Arab Emirates and beyond.
Art curator Paolo Colombo talks about the potential effects of social distancing on himself and other artists.
A calligraphy course where students can learn the Naskh script basics using classical tools, to create calligraphy artworks.
The walk-through virtual tour of the Furusiyya exhibition allows you to get even closer to the artworks than you can in real life.
Explore the Cultural Foundation exhibition ‘The Red Palace’ by artist Sultan bin Fahad, in 360° view.
Explore the Cultural Foundation group exhibition ‘Common Ground’, in 360° view.
Hans Ulrich Obrist discusses the creation of a commissioned artwork by Etel Adnan for the Special Olympics World Games Abu Dhabi 2019.
Dr Mohamed Yousif, one of the United Arab Emirates’ first generation of contemporary artists, reflects on his art practice in this short film.
Learn about the life and career of Guggenheim Abu Dhabi collection artist Jean-Michel Basquiat, and his painting Cabra (1981-82).
The architects of the Saadiyat Cultural District museum discuss the museums and their cultural impact, at Abu Dhabi Art.
Hassan Hajjaj discusses his practice and the Guggenheim Abu Dhabi acquired works My Rock Stars Experimental: Volume 2 and Le Salon (2017).
Paolo Colombo and Sarah Collins in conversation with commissioned artists Lamya Gargash and Nima Nabavi.
Curator Munira Al Sayegh in conversation with Sarah Al Agroobi, Manal Al Dowayan, Ahaad Alamoudi and Eman Ali.
Arabic calligraphy demonstration by Mohammed Al Mandi, ‘Do not feel burdened’.
Create leaf ornaments by using real foliage to make impressions in clay or salt dough. Once dry, decorate and use them for bowls or jewellery.
Make and Play are short, fun videos for all the family to make art inspired by the collection using simple materials.
Make and Play are short, fun videos for all the family to make art inspired by the collection using simple materials.
Create your own teddy bear sculpture out of clay or salt dough. Decorate your creation using paint and glitter.
Work alone or with a family member to draw different sets of facial features. Cut them out and assemble them together to create a funny face.
Make and Play are short, fun videos for all the family to make art inspired by the collection using simple materials.
Use coffee and tea as alternative painting mediums and explore their qualities to create texture, shadows, gradients and depth.
Make your own customised tote bag using canvas or leather and decorate it with repeating patterns, stencils, found objects and more.
Create an illuminated image using a box, battery-powered fairy lights, layers of tracing paper, pastels and paint.
Make and Play are short, fun videos for all the family to make art inspired by the collection using simple materials.
Make and Play are short, fun videos for all the family to make art inspired by the collection using simple materials.
Naida Akaeva, a jewellery design instructor from Al Marsam Al Hor, introduces beginners to basic drawing techniques for jewellery design.
Draw the outlines of various birds, cut them out and decorate them using a range of materials to create your own menagerie.
Make and Play are short, fun videos for all the family to make art inspired by the collection using simple materials.
Naida Akaeva, a jewellery design instructor from Al Marsam Al Hor, introduces beginners to basic drawing techniques for jewellery design.
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