Mango Tango: The Pakistani Mango Festival 2022 in Dubai
Pakistan is one of the biggest producers of mangoes in the world. Over 100 varieties of mangoes are grown in Pakistan, ranging from Sindhri to Anwar Ratol. The mangoes cultivated in the country are known for their superior quality and taste. Pakistani Mango Festival Dubai is an effort to introduce Pakistan’s national fruit to folks across the UAE. Let’s learn more about the festival.
ABOUT THE PAKISTANI MANGO FESTIVAL DUBAI 2022
Pakistani Mango Festival 2022 is an attempt to give visitors a glimpse into the specific varieties of Pakistani mangos. The event will take place for two days. Entry on the first day will only be available to those with an invite. The attendees will include the likes of UAE and Pakistan’s senior government officials, dignitaries, business council members and ambassadors. However, the second day will be open to the public.
Talking about the event, Dr Faisal Ikram, president of Pakistan Association Dubai said:
“We want to promote mango because it’s our country’s national fruit. Secondly, we invited importers and retailers of various nationalities to the festival to showcase the opportunities in this sector. Thirdly, we want to engage the community on the second day with the help of different activities.”
Now let’s find out the festival’s theme and its offerings.
PAKISTANI MANGO FESTIVAL DUBAI THEME
The festival will be set around the ‘Connecting Hearts – Mangolicious Way‘ theme.
WHAT TO EXPECT AT PAKISTAN MANGO FESTIVAL IN DUBAI?
Pakistan Mango Festival will show the entire journey of a mango; how it’s grown, sold and exported. There will be food, shopping, cultural stalls, games, competitions and of course, mangoes!
TYPES OF PAKISTANI MANGOES
18 companies from Pakistan will present popular mango variants. You can expect to see the following types of Pakistani mangoes at the festival:
- Chaunsa
- Sindhri
- Sunehra
- Fajri
- Anwar Ratol
- Gulab Khaas
- Dusehri
- Langra
- Laal Baadshaa
- Neelam and others.
”MANGOES FOR A CAUSE” INITIATIVE
Under this initiative “Mangoes for a Cause”, all proceeds from certain purchased mangoes will be donated to a not-for-profit healthcare facility – Pakistan Medical Centre.
PAKISTANI MANGO FESTIVAL DUBAI DATES
Pakistani Mango Festival will take place on 1st and 2nd July 2022.
WHAT IS THE PAKISTANI MANGO FESTIVAL’S ENTRY FEE?
Entrance is free at Pakistan Mango Festival.
FAQs
WHAT IS LOCATION OF THE PAKISTAN MANGO FESTIVAL IN DUBAI?
The Pakistan Mango Festival will take place at the Pakistan Association Dubai Community Centre in Oud Metha on July 1st and 2nd.
WHAT ARE PAKISTAN MANGO FESTIVAL DUBAI TIMINGS?
On July 2nd the festival is open to the public, has free entry and gets underway from 5pm onwards.
ARE PAKISTAN MANGOES IN SEASON?
Yes, of course! They’re very much in season. It’s the ideal time to buy your preferred Pakistani mango.
WHICH PAKISTANI MANGO IS BEST?
Chaunsa mangoes are the most loved around the world. Chaunas are delectably sweet with a soft flesh and tempting fragrance.
WHICH CITY OF PAKISTAN IS FAMOUS FOR MANGOES?
Mirpur Khas, fondly known as the ”City of Mangoes”, cultivates a number of different mango variants every year.
That brings an end to our guide on the Pakistani Mango Festival Dubai 2022. The festival presents a unique opportunity for people to taste the sweetness of the king of fruit from Pakistan in Dubai. Calling all Indo-Pak nationals living in the UAE, particularly those who live in these areas for Pakistani expats in Dubai.
Most of you must have already bought fresh mangoes exported to Pakistani supermarkets in Dubai. But this festival will offer you a chance to not only try the fresh, original delicacies but also indulge in fun mango-based games. So, are you ready?
