Liwa dates are prized across the Gulf; buy boxed in malls or loose from date shops.
Oud & bukhoor
Emirati perfumers blend oud and bukhoor to order; test on skin and let it settle.
Museum shops
The Saadiyat museums sell books, prints and design pieces linked to their collections.
Ask who made a piece and where. Check materials and shipping. Bargain politely only where invited; respect fixed prices in boutiques and artisan shops. In Ramadan, malls usually open late into the night, which suits the cooler evenings.