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About Us

We have pioneered food and culture walking tours in Dubai since 2013.

We’re Arva and Farida, two sisters who grew up in Dubai, witnessing its transformation into a vibrant culinary hub. In 2013, we founded Frying Pan Adventures to share the city’s untold food stories—ones that connect people to its heart and soul.

Our food tours aren’t just about eating; they’re about uncovering the traditions, history, and human stories behind every dish. Whether you’re biting into Palestinian falafels, strolling through spice-filled souks, or savoring nostalgic Indian street food, we invite you to experience Dubai the way locals do—through their kitchens.

Our Team

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Arva Ahmed

Co-Founder & CEO

A food explorer and storyteller with a love for carbs and Dubai’s hidden food gems, Arva dreamed up the idea of Frying Pan Adventures and brought it to life with her MBA skills and passion for authentic flavors.
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Farida Ahmed

Co-Founder & General Manager

With a love for storytelling and comfort dishes like kichdi, Farida crafts immersive culinary experiences, inspired by her Swiss hospitality training and knack for building connections.
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Noorin Ansari

Tour Leader

Noorin, aka Noon, combines her love for storytelling, cats, and true crime with a passion for exploring the origins of dishes and connecting guests to Dubai’s soulful neighborhoods.
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Camila Patrial

Tour Leader

A natural storyteller with a background in hospitality, Camila blends her love for food, languages, and history to showcase Dubai’s rich diversity and untold culinary tales.
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Ketki Bhosale

Tour Leader

Fascinated by food and storytelling since childhood, Ketki uses her background in marketing and love for food science to share the overlooked gems and vibrant stories of Dubai.
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Kehkashan

Trainee Tour Leader

Kehkashan’s love for food and folklore began at family dinners. She brings her passion for storytelling and cultural exploration to uncover Dubai’s hidden treasures.
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Atiya Fatima

Logistics Coordinator

Inspired by her mom’s cooking, Atiya blends her creativity from interior design with a passion for food and travel to create seamless and memorable culinary experiences.
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Patrys Cato

Guest Relations Executive

South African-born Patrys combines her love for storytelling, animals, and connection with her organizational skills to help create unforgettable guest experiences.
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Ashley Feldtmann

Personal Assistant to the CEO

Ashley, inspired by her grandmother’s cooking, brings her skills in communication and organization to support the team and help guests connect with Dubai’s vibrant food scene.

Who We Are

We’re a passionate team led by us—Arva and Farida—and supported by incredible guides who share our obsession with food and storytelling. Together, we’ve spent years exploring Dubai’s hidden culinary corners, believing that the best way to understand a culture is through its food.

We’ve also taken our love for food beyond the streets with Deep Fried—Dubai’s first food podcast featuring behind-the-scenes stories, now also on Emirates Airlines’ inflight entertainment.

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Group food walk with Frying Pan Adventures.

Our Philosophy

We believe food should be real, simple, and unpretentious. That’s why we focus on supporting local businesses, preserving culinary traditions, and celebrating the diversity that makes Dubai’s food scene so unique.

This isn’t about checking off restaurants. It’s about walking through souks, savoring shawarmas from a street-side grill, and sitting down for meals that feel like home.

Where You’ve Seen Us

Our tours are also regularly chosen by Dubai Tourism for visiting journalists and television crews, showcasing the city’s raw, authentic food culture.

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Why We’re Different

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Real Connections

Every spot we visit is one we’ve personally tried and loved. These aren’t just stops on a map; they’re people we know by name, like Amir, who sells ‘gem-quality’ saffron, or Abu Ahmed, who makes the most glorious kunafa.

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Cultural Depth

Food is our gateway to understanding. We unpack the cultural and historical significance behind every dish.

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No Fluff, Just Flavor

Our tours avoid tourist traps and viral food trends, focusing instead on real culinary traditions..

Your Journey Starts Here

Whether you’re a curious traveler or a long-time Dubai resident, our tours offer a chance to connect with the city through its flavors, its people, and its stories.
Ready to dig in? Explore our tours and let’s eat our way through Dubai together.

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