We were not quite sure what to expect at the Emirates International Date Palm Festival. Sure, perhaps there would be a bunch of dates, and information on the dates, and even some tastings. But we really had no idea. It sounded like a perfect idea for a Friday afternoon – something different anyway. The Festival showcased more than just dates… in fact, it was a magnificent display of local crafts, food, and products, along with one of the most popular products, dates. We passed by hand woven straw mats woven with the leaves of the date palm tree… Fertilizer to…
