In Abu Dhabi, Tunisia's dates are a staple in Emirati Ramadan tables during the holy month, with the finest types of dates being presented. Dates are deeply rooted in traditions and customs, symbolizing hospitality and welcome. Therefore, they are an essential part of Ramadan gatherings throughout the month. Ramadan is considered a peak season for dates, with demand increasing due to their nutritional value and association with the holy month. Markets and shopping centers are filled with various types of local and international dates, catering to all tastes. Not only are dates available in markets and shopping centers, but young entrepreneurs and families also offer their finest products through e-commerce platforms and participation in festivals and exhibitions to meet the needs of consumers. According to Ali Al-Naimi, owner of a date project, the demand for dates during Ramadan increases due to their nutritional value and association with the holy month, which carries noble values in society, reflecting hospitality, welcome, and appreciation. The absence of dates from Ramadan tables is unthinkable, and they are considered a fundamental item on the Ramadan table, breaking the fast with dates. The finest and most beautiful dates are sought after, with farmers in the UAE providing the local market with the finest types, classified and preserved without preservatives, before the holy month begins. The competition among farmers and entrepreneurs has led to the presentation of dates in various ways, with some adding ingredients such as 'tahini' and 'honey' to enhance their nutritional and aesthetic value. Abdullah Al-Qubaisi, owner of a date farm, confirmed that families and small business owners are competing in the market with the finest types of dates, offering the most beautiful products, not only in markets but also on social media and during festivals and exhibitions, contributing to the development of products and their preservation, and promoting Emirati heritage through the production of various blends with dates. Walid Al-Naimi, owner of a date farm in Al Ain and a regular participant in festivals, including the 'Sheikh Zayed Festival', stated that the date market in Ramadan is booming, with a significant increase in demand for low-sugar dates such as 'fruits', 'khlas', 'bommaan', 'shishi', and others. He pointed out that the demand increases for products related to dates, especially 'dibs', and that young entrepreneurs are competing to present dates in the most beautiful way, adding some products to them, making them more appealing in terms of taste and appearance. The local market offers a wide range of options for consumers during the holy month, including local varieties that are distinguished by their unique flavor and high nutritional value, such as 'khlas', which is considered one of the best and most expensive types of dates in the market, and more popular than others like 'fruits', 'lulu', 'bommaan', 'khadrawi', 'saqi', 'sukkar', and 'safwa', among others. Fine dates are showcased in local markets and festivals in the UAE, presented in innovative ways, including luxury date boxes, elegant hospitality trays made from traditional and modern techniques, and artistic decorations, as well as home decor items and accessories made from palm fronds, and date-based desserts and pastries in various forms.
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