Abu Dhabi is hosting the inaugural MICHELIN Food Festival this weekend, running from 8 to 10 December at Louvre Abu Dhabi Park. The festival will unite chefs from 16 MICHELIN Guide-recognized restaurants, centred around the theme 'Discover the Art of Flavour'. Attendees can indulge in specially crafted menus, exclusive dishes, a Chef’s Table event, a variety of culinary masterclasses, and explore a marketplace featuring MICHELIN products and locally sourced farm produce. If you're gearing up to attend, here's your comprehensive guide to everything you need to know.
Timings And Ticket Pricing
You can visit the food festival over the weekend from 12pm to 12am, with ticket prices starting from Dhs 100. Head to Platinumlist's website to book the tickets.
Restaurants You Can Expect At The Festival
Participating in the festival are esteemed Michelin-starred restaurants including well-known restaurants like SORN, Hakkasan Abu Dhabi, 99 Sushi Bar and more among other restaurants.
Participating Chefs At The Food Festival Include
Chefs From Abu Dhabi Are
- Lee Kok Hua from Hakkasan with One MICHELIN Star
- Luigi Stinga from Talea by Antonio Guida with One MICHELIN Star
- Thinus van der Westhuizen from 99 Sushi Bar with One MICHELIN Star
International Chef Line-up Includes
- Alvin Leung from Bo Innovation with Two MICHELIN Stars from Hong Kong
- Heidi Bjerkan from Cred with One MICHELIN Star, MICHELIN Green Star from Norway's Trondheim
- Jimmy Lim from JL Studio with Three MICHELIN Stars from Taiwan's Taichung
- Pierre Chirac from La Scène with Two MICHELIN Stars from Paris
- Supaksorn 'Ice' Jongsiri from Sorn with Two MICHELIN Stars from Bangkok
Partake In Masterchef Workshop
For inquisitive food enthusiasts, an exciting opportunity awaits to participate in six masterclasses as part of the food festival program. Here, you'll have the unique chance to observe the chefs in action. Each masterclass is dedicated to a distinct flavour profile, covering Sweet, Sour, Savoury, Bitter, (Umami), and Spice.
You Can Also Check Out MICHELIN Star Chef's Table
Embark on a unique four-hand dining experience at Fouquet’s Abu Dhabi, offering breathtaking views of the Louvre. Indulge in a culinary journey as three distinctive chef pairings, blending local and international MICHELIN Star expertise, present a delectable 6-8 course menu featuring Asian, European, and Contemporary cuisine.
Secure your tickets for this exceptional dining affair at Dhs 750 per person (beverage pairing excluded). Each Chef’s Table ticket not only grants you access to the exquisite culinary experience but also includes complimentary entry to the festival.
So hurry, mark your calendars and make the most of the food festival!