The National photographer Chris Whiteoak recently visited the Dubai Coffee Museum in the Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood, where visitors can see a showcase of artefacts that connect the past and present of the coffee world. Chris Whiteoak / The National
The National photographer Chris Whiteoak recently visited the Dubai Coffee Museum in the Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood, where visitors can see a showcase of artefacts that connect the past and present of the coffee world. Chris Whiteoak / The National
The museum displays coffee-related antiques from around the world, as well as demonstrations of different roasting and brewing styles from various countries. Chris Whiteoak / The National
The museum displays coffee-related antiques from around the world, as well as demonstrations of different roasting and brewing styles from various countries. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Visitors can see an authentic Arabian majlis and learn about Arabian coffee, and the importance of Arabian hospitality and traditions. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Visitors can see an authentic Arabian majlis and learn about Arabian coffee, and the importance of Arabian hospitality and traditions. Chris Whiteoak / The National
The Middle Eastern antiques section of the museum features striking ornate and authentic dallahs, which are traditional coffee carafes. From a photography perspective, Whiteoak says that the contours of the dallah can be captured at different angles for great images. Chris Whiteoak / The National
The Middle Eastern antiques section of the museum features striking ornate and authentic dallahs, which are traditional coffee carafes. From a photography perspective, Whiteoak says that the contours of the dallah can be captured at different angles for great images. Chris Whiteoak / The National
The museum displays coffee beans from around the world, and explains the roasting process. The history of the beans can be traced back to the Ethiopian highlands, where legend says that a goat ate unknown berries from a tree and became alert throughout the night. Chris Whiteoak / The National
The museum displays coffee beans from around the world, and explains the roasting process. The history of the beans can be traced back to the Ethiopian highlands, where legend says that a goat ate unknown berries from a tree and became alert throughout the night. Chris Whiteoak / The National
A single-wheel mill from Germany is on display in the International antiques section of the museum, which includes information and artefacts from other cultures, including Japan. Chris Whiteoak / The National
A single-wheel mill from Germany is on display in the International antiques section of the museum, which includes information and artefacts from other cultures, including Japan. Chris Whiteoak / The National
The museum offers visitors a complete sensory experience, with artefacts in a range of sizes, colours and materials; demonstrations, books and films to enjoy; and a cosy cafe setting for a cup of joe and a snack. Chris Whiteoak / The National
The museum offers visitors a complete sensory experience, with artefacts in a range of sizes, colours and materials; demonstrations, books and films to enjoy; and a cosy cafe setting for a cup of joe and a snack. Chris Whiteoak / The National
"When you come in [to the museum], you feel just how important coffee is to the Arab and Emirati culture," says Whiteoak. Chris Whiteoak / The National
"When you come in [to the museum], you feel just how important coffee is to the Arab and Emirati culture," says Whiteoak. Chris Whiteoak / The National
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The National photographer Chris Whiteoak recently visited...