Maybe it's time for some curry this weekend as potatoes and onions get cheaper
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As the cost of onions and potatoes drop, it may be time to cook up an Indian curry that combines the two - while also adding either chicken or fish, as they too have gotten slightly cheaper.
Also, if you were planning on going grocery shopping ahead of this weekend, it may be the ideal time as the cost of most fruits and vegetables have stayed in check.
While the maximum retail price of red onions fell steeply - down from Dh17 to Dh2.8 per kilo, which is a difference of Dh14.2, the cost of one kilo of potatoes fell by 30 fils from Dh2.3 to Dh2. However, the price of lettuce rose slightly, with a kilo now starting at Dh5, whereas on Wednesday it was Dh3.
When it comes to non-vegetarian items, the cost of fresh chicken fell from Dh12.9 to Dh12.3, a slight drop of 60 fils, while the price of Hamour fish dropped from Dh63 to Dh45.9 - a difference of Dh17.1. So, either a chicken or a fish-based dish can be on the cooking itinerary this weekend, as prices of other types of fish have stayed steady.
Among citrus fruits, a kilo of oranges got slightly cheaper - by Dh30 fils - now costing Dh4.5, slipping from Dh4.8 earlier - so maybe whip up an orange juice to lighten a heavy meal. However, a kilo of lime got a bit pricier, now ranging between Dh5 and Dh16.8, whereas yesterday the cost was between Dh4.5 to Dh14.
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Love milk? Prices have stayed stable in Dubai over many days.
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The price of local water in Dubai can range from Dh4 to Dh19 for a pack of six 1.5l bottles.
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Pantry items like rice, flour and pasta have stayed steady over many days.
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The same applies to sugar, salt and lentils.
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Beans and dates, too, have remained steady on the price basket.
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Get your protein fix with eggs and frozen chicken. Their prices continue to remain unchanged. The cost of fresh chicken has slipped by 60 fils.
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While the cost of Kingfish and Seabass stayed in check, the cost of Hamour dropped by Dh17!
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Salmon, Sea Bream and shrimps are all relatively steady since yesterday.
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Beef prices have remained steady, so a nice steak may not be such a bad idea.
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Lamb varieties in Dubai have also seen their prices stay in check.
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Bread is another item that has not seen a spike in prices, with authorities constantly monitoring price hikes.
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Oranges saw a big drop in prices, so go for that fresh orange juice today.
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While the cost of onions and tomatoes stayed the same as yesterday, the maximum retail price of red onions fell steeply - by Dh14.2!
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The cost of lime and lettuceboth rose, by around Dh2 and slightly more, respectively.
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Hygiene essentials for COVID-19 have seen strict monitoring and regulation of prices.
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You can complain against a price hike in Abu Dhabi by visiting www.added.gov.ae
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In Sharjah, you can call 800 800 00 or visit www.shjconsumer.ae
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For complaints in Ajman, call 800 70. In Fujairah you can contact the Ministry of Economy on 09 223 3330.
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Ras Al Khaimah's economic department's website - www.ded.rak.ae and for Umm Al Quwain visit www.ded.uaq.ae