Dubai Crown Prince posts photo of local snack Pofak; residents fondly remember these 5 other childhood favourites

Dubai Crown Prince posts photo of local snack Pofak; residents fondly remember these 5 other childhood favourites

From Areej juice to Prince biscuits, here are the delicious, nostalgic treats that people remember from their school days

Published: Wed 31 May 2023, 6:00 AM Last updated: Wed 31 May 2023, 7:00 AM

A new Instagram story by the Dubai Crown Prince has sent long-term residents on a nostalgic journey. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum shared an image of a packet of Pofak - a type of soft cheese-flavoured chips that are beloved by residents.

The image shows a packet of chips branded 'Dubai Pofak' along with a hot sauce.

The story has sparked excitement among the residents, as they fondly recalled the joy of sharing a packet of the nostalgic snack.

Here are some other snacks that take UAE residents back to their school days:

1. Areej juice

Areej juice brings back emotions and bonds Dubai kids shared during their lunch breaks. The juice is a popular brand that captured the hearts and taste buds of people in the UAE across generations. The mere mention of the word transports long-timers back to a simpler life, full of picnics and family gatherings. The colourful and vibrant packaging of Areej juice instantly catches the eye, and every sip brings back memories of hot summer