They emphasized that the city provides the most distinguished work and living environment

Dubai attracts international chefs with the most delicious recipes for success

  • Dubai has succeeded in establishing itself as a leading destination in the world in the food and culinary arts sector.

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International chefs unanimously agreed that Dubai has succeeded in establishing its position as a leading destination in the world in the food and culinary arts sector, noting that it provides support and the appropriate environment for creativity, entrepreneurship and success, as it attracted a group of prominent fingerprints in the world of food and its luxury destinations, to provide the most delicious experiences from different cultures. The world, reflecting the city's embrace of 200 nationalities.

The entry of the Michelin Guide for the first time in the region strengthened Dubai's position as a leading global destination in the field of food, in addition to obtaining many other international awards. The list of the 50 best restaurants in the Middle East and North Africa for the year 2022 included 16 restaurants from Dubai, and the restaurant « 3 Fils » won the Best Restaurant Award in the Middle East and North Africa.

Two restaurants in Dubai were also named to the list of the 100 best restaurants in the world, while Dubai-based chef Tala Bashimi was awarded the Best Chef in 2022 in the Middle East and North Africa region, and the arrival of the famous “Gault & Millo” guide to fine dining contributed To the city last year, in strengthening Dubai's position as a leading destination in the field of food tourism and culinary arts.

Regarding Dubai's position in the culinary world, and its ability to change this industry, the Michelin-starred chef at Ossiano restaurant in Burj Al Arab, Chef Gregoire Berger, confirmed that «the culinary scene has changed during the 10 years I spent in Dubai, as it encourages chefs from around The world to come and work here, Dubai brings together many cultures, and this helps us to provide unique and exceptional innovations, and I believe that the work and living environment that it provides will remain the most distinguished from any other place in the world.

From Berlin to here

Dubai brings together the most prominent international kitchens, and many chefs have found in Dubai the perfect place to work, after they have shown their skills in separate cities of the world, as is the case with Chef Kate Christo, co-founder of the "Louis" restaurant, who worked in Europe and Australia before deciding to move. To Dubai.

Christo, who recently received a green Michelin star, said: “I have always loved cooking, and I ran my own business in the field of catering, and the beginning of my work was in the kitchen after I moved to Berlin, as I obtained an apprenticeship in the restaurant Dos Palelos, under the supervision of star chef Albert Roerich. Michelin.

She explained, "During training, I worked within the small restaurant team, as we took turns in all departments, and after Berlin I moved to Dubai, as the growing restaurant sector in Dubai allowed me to launch Louie's restaurant to reach its position today."

She described cooking as a way to spread joy, noting that she loves the mechanism by which food moves people's feelings, as it helps to retrieve memories and gives feelings of joy.

Regarding their interest in not wasting food, she explained: “In our restaurant, we are aware of the size of our environmental footprint, so we do our best to reduce negative impacts on the environment. One of our initiatives includes preparing an eight-course dinner, based on potential waste food products.”

new ideas

For his part, Chef Andy of Hakkasan Restaurant said about his experience in the culinary world in Dubai: “I am always keen on achieving uniqueness, as I have always believed that there is nothing like the importance of providing a unique experience for each customer.”

Since the beginning of his career, Andy continues to collect and analyze market best practices in order to implement new and innovative ideas that help modernize menus. He also tries to highlight the importance of perseverance and continuous improvement. One strives to be the best every time, with perseverance and passion, and excellence using traditional methods that give contemporary results.

It is noteworthy that the famous Michelin award in the field of restaurants was presented for the first time in Dubai last summer, and 69 culinary establishments from all over Dubai were included in the first Dubai Michelin Guide, in addition to distributing individual awards for the best beverage expert, best young chef, and best service and welcome. The awards are a well-deserved tribute to Dubai's vibrant and thriving fine dining sector.

Chef Christo:

"The growing restaurant sector in Dubai opened the door for me to get where I am today."

Chef Burger:

"Dubai brings together many cultures, and this helps us to provide unique and exceptional innovations."

First place

A recent report issued by the Department of Economy and Tourism in Dubai revealed that 55% of people ranked Dubai first as a global center for the culinary arts, followed by London, then New York, while 62% praised the diversity of its restaurants, which is evidence of Dubai's constant pursuit of diversity and innovation.

Dubai also ranked eighth among the most diverse food destinations in the world, according to the classification of the "Boat & Co" institution, outperforming many capitals and multicultural cities, such as Los Angeles, San Francisco, Montreal and Tokyo, and topped the global list of the Travelers' Choice Award. On the “Trip Advisor” website in the category of the best international destination, it ranked fourth as the best destination for food lovers during the year 2022.

Made in Dubai

Dubai has recently witnessed the emergence of a new generation of brands, food destinations and local chefs. “Made in Dubai” celebrates the leaders and innovative entrepreneurs who run a number of the most successful local restaurants in Dubai, which combine serving delicious food and a distinctive family atmosphere.

Among these pioneering personalities is the founder of The Boutique Kitchen, Nahla Wali, who left her career in finance after a journey spanning 17 years to pursue her dream of merging Middle Eastern food with Italian cooking techniques.

In addition to Nahla's experience, the experience of Samer Hamada, the entrepreneur and the owner of the idea of ​​the Akiba Dori restaurant, inspired by the anime, is an inspiring experience for lovers of culinary arts.

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