Dubai Food Festival 2023 - Chef's Table
Experience the full range of culinary delights that some of Dubai’s finest restaurants have to offer. Renowned chefs invite you to take a seat at their Chef’s Table.
These Foodie Experiences bring various cuisines to the table, from intimate and private dining experiences with award-winning chefs to innovative fusions of Japanese and Portuguese flavours.
Chef’s Tables are only one of the various Foodie Experiences that take place during Dubai Food Festival 2023: Culinary Collaboration | Experiential Dining | Masterclass | Chefs Table | Kids Events
AUTHENTIC TOKYO OMAKASE EXPERIENCE
AED2,500pp | 25-29 April | 6:00-8:00pm or 9:00-11:00pm
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Chef Mamoru's world-class cuisine brings a genuine taste of Tokyo to Dubai. This two-hour tasting menu will showcase 20 expertly curated courses, paired with soft drinks and mocktails.
AUTHENTIC TOKYO OMAKASE EXPERIENCE
AED2,500pp | 25-29 April | 6:00-8:00pm or 9:00-11:00pm
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Chef Mamoru's world-class cuisine brings a genuine taste of Tokyo to Dubai. This two-hour tasting menu will showcase 20 expertly curated courses, paired with soft drinks and mocktails.
Special and authentic Chef Table Experience
AED150pp | 21 April - 7 May (Closed on Monday) | Dinner
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Visit one of Dubai's newest fine dining establishments and enjoy the city's only Japanese-Portuguese fusion cuisine. OAnjo's set menu taps into the rich history between Portugal and Japan, which stretch back five centuries to when Portuguese explorers were the first Europeans to make contact with Japan.
Special and authentic Chef Table Experience
AED150pp | 21 April - 7 May (Closed on Monday) | Dinner
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Visit one of Dubai's newest fine dining establishments and enjoy the city's only Japanese-Portuguese fusion cuisine. OAnjo's set menu taps into the rich history between Portugal and Japan, which stretch back five centuries to when Portuguese explorers were the first Europeans to make contact with Japan.
EXCLUSIVE CHEFS TABLE EVENT WITH AN 8 COURSE MENU
AED299pp | 21, 24, 26, 28 April, 1, 3, 5, 7 May | 8:00pm
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Korea's famous national dishes are popular around the world - but have you ever thought of making them yourself? If you're keen to learn the art of kimchi and more, Chef Ted Shin will guide you through making several Korean staples, then treat you to his own creations.
EXCLUSIVE CHEFS TABLE EVENT WITH AN 8 COURSE MENU
AED299pp | 21, 24, 26, 28 April, 1, 3, 5, 7 May | 8:00pm
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Korea's famous national dishes are popular around the world - but have you ever thought of making them yourself? If you're keen to learn the art of kimchi and more, Chef Ted Shin will guide you through making several Korean staples, then treat you to his own creations.
Torno Subito x Ferrari
AED300pp | 5 May
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Chef de Cuisine Alessio Pirozzi will personally introduce guests to this exclusive menu, and talk them through each dish at this one-off event in collaboration with Ferrari.
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Torno Subito and Friends Osteria Gucci LA
AED590pp | 25-26 April | 7:00pm onwards
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Mattia Agazzi of Gucci Osteria Beverly Hills and Martina Bonci from Giardino 25 Florence join Alessio Priozzi for this Six Hands dinner. Chefs Mattia and Alessio will prepare gourmet dishes, while Maria will provide perfectly complemented beverages for each one.
Torno Subito x Ferrari
AED300pp | 5 May
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Chef de Cuisine Alessio Pirozzi will personally introduce guests to this exclusive menu, and talk them through each dish at this one-off event in collaboration with Ferrari.
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Torno Subito and Friends Osteria Gucci LA
AED590pp | 25-26 April | 7:00pm onwards
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Mattia Agazzi of Gucci Osteria Beverly Hills and Martina Bonci from Giardino 25 Florence join Alessio Priozzi for this Six Hands dinner. Chefs Mattia and Alessio will prepare gourmet dishes, while Maria will provide perfectly complemented beverages for each one.
SOUTH INDIAN AND NORTH INDIAN FUSION NIGHT WITH LOCAL CHEF AND UK BASED MICHELIN RESTAURANT CHEF SRIRAM - A BESPOKE CHEFS TABLE EXPERIENCE AT VARQ, HOSTED BY CHEF SRIAM & CHEF SONU KOITHARA
AED395pp | 29 April | 6:00-11:00pm
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Chef Sriram of Michelin-starred London restaurant Quilon, and chef Sonu, executive chef at Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, The Palm, will jointly host a one-off dining experience bringing together North Indian and South Indian cuisines in a specially created tasting menu. The chefs will talk through the story behind each dish, which will use ingredients chosen for a memory or personal occasion.
SOUTH INDIAN AND NORTH INDIAN FUSION NIGHT WITH LOCAL CHEF AND UK BASED MICHELIN RESTAURANT CHEF SRIRAM - A BESPOKE CHEFS TABLE EXPERIENCE AT VARQ, HOSTED BY CHEF SRIAM & CHEF SONU KOITHARA
AED395pp | 29 April | 6:00-11:00pm
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Chef Sriram of Michelin-starred London restaurant Quilon, and chef Sonu, executive chef at Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, The Palm, will jointly host a one-off dining experience bringing together North Indian and South Indian cuisines in a specially created tasting menu. The chefs will talk through the story behind each dish, which will use ingredients chosen for a memory or personal occasion.
EXCLUSIVE OMAKASE EXPERIENCE WITH CHEF GIOVANNI LEDON
AED650pp | 21 April - 7 May | 7:00-11:00pm
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"Omakase" means "to entrust" in Japanese - and for this experience you will put yourself in the expert hands of Giovani Ledon as he guides you through a specially curated menu. Enjoy three different starters, followed by 10 pieces of nigiri sushi, expertly prepared by Chef Giovanni - and culminating in a special dessert from the Akira Back team.
EXCLUSIVE OMAKASE EXPERIENCE WITH CHEF GIOVANNI LEDON
AED650pp | 21 April - 7 May | 7:00-11:00pm
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"Omakase" means "to entrust" in Japanese - and for this experience you will put yourself in the expert hands of Giovani Ledon as he guides you through a specially curated menu. Enjoy three different starters, followed by 10 pieces of nigiri sushi, expertly prepared by Chef Giovanni - and culminating in a special dessert from the Akira Back team.
A SCINTILLATING OMAKASE-STYLE PRIVATE DINING EXPERIENCE
AED888 pp | 21 April - 7 May | 12:00-4:00pm & 7:00-11:30pm
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Chef David Pang curates this exclusive experience, with a menu dictated by both the instincts of the chef and the whims of the seasons - utilising only the finest seasonal ingredients from around the world. With a tasting menu of 18 separate courses, taken in a Chinois-style private dining space, be prepared for a remarkable evening.
A SCINTILLATING OMAKASE-STYLE PRIVATE DINING EXPERIENCE
AED888 pp | 21 April - 7 May | 12:00-4:00pm & 7:00-11:30pm
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Chef David Pang curates this exclusive experience, with a menu dictated by both the instincts of the chef and the whims of the seasons - utilising only the finest seasonal ingredients from around the world. With a tasting menu of 18 separate courses, taken in a Chinois-style private dining space, be prepared for a remarkable evening.
ZERO WASTE TASTING MENU
AED365-595pp | 27 April | 7:00pm
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A multi-plate degustation menu with an environmental focus will be served up at W Dubai. Marvel at the skill involved in this carefully curated top-to-tail fine dining feast with zero waste assuring green credentials.
ZERO WASTE TASTING MENU
AED365-595pp | 27 April | 7:00pm
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A multi-plate degustation menu with an environmental focus will be served up at W Dubai. Marvel at the skill involved in this carefully curated top-to-tail fine dining feast with zero waste assuring green credentials.
Three-course Chef's Table with choice of set menus at Weslodge Salon
AED350-450pp | 21 April - 7 May (excluding Saturday & Sunday) | 7-11pm
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Taking inspiration from Weslodge's North American origins, the restaurant's culinary team has created two spectacular chef's table menus for Dubai Food Festival. Dishes include ahi tuna tartare, chargilled baby chicken, hamachi crudo, jumbo tiger prawns and more, with Weslodge's chefs talking diners through each menu item.
Three-course Chef's Table with choice of set menus at Weslodge Salon
AED350-450pp | 21 April - 7 May (excluding Saturday & Sunday) | 7-11pm
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Taking inspiration from Weslodge's North American origins, the restaurant's culinary team has created two spectacular chef's table menus for Dubai Food Festival. Dishes include ahi tuna tartare, chargilled baby chicken, hamachi crudo, jumbo tiger prawns and more, with Weslodge's chefs talking diners through each menu item.
Private Dining Experience at Nobu
AED1,250pp | 30 April | 6pm
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Hosted by Nobu's executive chef Damien Duviau and sushi master chef Michio Iwata, this exquisite one-off event is strictly limited – miss it at your peril. Experience the full mastery of one of Dubai's very best culinary teams, accompanied by their insight and techniques throughout the evening.
Private Dining Experience at Nobu
AED1,250pp | 30 April | 6pm
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Hosted by Nobu's executive chef Damien Duviau and sushi master chef Michio Iwata, this exquisite one-off event is strictly limited – miss it at your peril. Experience the full mastery of one of Dubai's very best culinary teams, accompanied by their insight and techniques throughout the evening.
Taste of Kinara with Vikas Khanna
AED250pp | 24-28 April | 6:30-10:30pm
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Vikas Khanna, the chef behind Michelin-starred Junoon in New York, has personally created this five-course dinner celebrating India's culinary heritage. With every ingredient carefully chosen, and every dish painstakingly prepared, expect an unforgettable dining experience.
Taste of Kinara with Vikas Khanna
AED250pp | 24-28 April | 6:30-10:30pm
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Vikas Khanna, the chef behind Michelin-starred Junoon in New York, has personally created this five-course dinner celebrating India's culinary heritage. With every ingredient carefully chosen, and every dish painstakingly prepared, expect an unforgettable dining experience.
Chef's Table with Roberto Segura at Tabū
AED450pp | 29 April | 7:30pm
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Join celebrity chef Roberto Segura as he takes you through some of Tabū's best dishes, in its extravagant setting on the 23rd floor of the St Regis Hotel. Chef Segura will guide you on a journey through modern Japanese cuisine, giving you his unique insight into dishes, ingredients and techniques.
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Sushi and Ceviche Masterclass by Chef Roberto Segura at Tabū
AED375pp | 6 May | 4pm
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Tabū's own celebrity chef, Roberto Segura, will personally teach you how to make sushi and ceviche from scratch. Learn the delicate techniques behind cutting the fish, as well as the sauces and flavours chef Segura uses to deliver the perfect bite.
Chef's Table with Roberto Segura at Tabū
AED450pp | 29 April | 7:30pm
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Join celebrity chef Roberto Segura as he takes you through some of Tabū's best dishes, in its extravagant setting on the 23rd floor of the St Regis Hotel. Chef Segura will guide you on a journey through modern Japanese cuisine, giving you his unique insight into dishes, ingredients and techniques.
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Sushi and Ceviche Masterclass by Chef Roberto Segura at Tabū
AED375pp | 6 May | 4pm
(Click “View Experience” below to book this exclusive offer)
Tabū's own celebrity chef, Roberto Segura, will personally teach you how to make sushi and ceviche from scratch. Learn the delicate techniques behind cutting the fish, as well as the sauces and flavours chef Segura uses to deliver the perfect bite.
