Last week marked the return of foodie favourite Dubai Food Festival for 2023, celebrating the best food and drink across Dubai. This year is an extra special one, as it marks 10 years of this incredible festival of food, fun and flavour. Running from 21st April to 7th May, there are copious cuisines, set-price menus and food experiences to try.
Doors Freestyle Grill
Doors Freestyle Grill is a go-to spot for seafood and steak grilled to perfection. Renowned by foodies across Dubai, Doors Freestyle Grill is a fusion fine dining restaurant that serves up world-class steakhouse fare, an incredibly opulent cocktail menu and a stunning waterfront setting. From 21st-23rd April, and 1st - 7th May, experience The Absolute Doors Experience as part of the Dubai Food Festival and feast on steak, seafood, grill fare and speciality dishes, overlooking the glittering waterfront, perfect for a date night.
City Social
Elegant, contemporary, and chic, City Social is stunning new restaurant from celebrity chef Jason Atherton, located at Grosvenor House, Dubai Marina. Inspired by modern European Cuisine, City Social pares laidback vibes with a classic drinks list, breath-taking views and a menu showcasing top-quality ingredients. For this year’s Dubai Food Festival, City Social is running a Chef’s Table and Masterclass from 21st April - 7th May. Settle in and watch the chefs create stunning dishes for you, including Citrus-Cured Scottish Salmon with King Crab, Australian Lamb Rack and Pistachio Souffle. After indulging in some incredible contemporary fare, experience the buzz for yourself and cook your very own course. Guests will also leave with a signed cookbook and a limited-edition apron. Experience this once-in-a-lifetime experience for AED780, for a four-course dinner.
Mare by Bussola
Mare by Bussola is a classic Italian restaurant with a beachside twist. The spot is classy but casual, where the very best Italian flavours are put front and centre of the menu, that are elevated when enjoyed poolside in the glorious sun. Think delicious Italian bites, light meals and signature Riviera cocktails. Located at The Westin, Dubai Marina, Mare by Bussola is the perfect spot to unwind over incredible food in the Dubai sunshine. This Dubai Food Festival, diners can indulge in Oppossti Italian Seafood Delicacies – a set sharing menu focussing around the finest, fresh Italian seafood for AED195 for food, AED275 for food and beverage. Running from 29th April - 4th May.
Venus Ristorante
From 21st April – 7th May, discover Amalfi’s culinary delights at Venus Ristorante, an Italian restaurant and beach club inspired by the laidback luxury of the Amalfi coastline. Located at Caesars Palace Dubai, Venus Ristorante is a must-try for a chilled-out, Italian inspired summer afternoon, dining on a range of Italian culinary classics overlooking tranquil blue waters. This Dubai Food Festival, enjoy With Amore, From Amalfi, a journey through the winding alleyways and cliffside cobblestones of Italy’s Amalfi Coast with a four-course experience, running daily from 12pm.
Akira Back
Legendary celebrity chef Akira Back’s namesake restaurant is a one-of-a-kind dining experience, fusing Japanese and Korean preparation and flavour with contemporary international concepts. Set in an atmospheric, elegant venue at The Palm, not only does Akira Back deliver on incredible cuisine, but stunning scenery and an impressive cocktail menu. From 21st April - 7th May, Akira Back is running the exclusive Omakase Experience with Chef Giovanni Ledon, putting guests in the expert hands of renowned chef Giovanu Ledon as he guides diners through a specially curated menu including three starters, nigiri sushi and a special dessert from the Akira Back team. Enjoy this unique, memorable experience for AED650 per person.
Rüya
Contemporary and decadent, Rüya is a much-adored Turkish restaurant at The St. Regis Dubai The Palm and is offering an extra special experience for this Food Festival. From 24th April - 1st May, this elegant, bright and beautiful venue is serving up an Anatolian Cuisine Masterclass. From 3pm-6pm, for AED200 per person, learn about the history and traditions of Anatolian cuisine from chef Gokhan Cokelez as he guides diners through famous Turkish dishes such as Mantarli Keskek, giving guests the opportunity to cook this infamous dish themselves. Indulge in an authentic taste of Anatolia and learn something along the way!
There's plenty of food, fun and flavour for 17 amazing days at this year’s Dubai Food Festival. Enjoy set-price menus, foodie experiences, beachside dining at Eitsalat Beach Canteen and so much more! Find all these experiences from hundreds of venues across the city with Playbook. Available to download on the App Store and Google Play today.
