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Dates Out: Taste of Abu Dhabi confirms return, line-up and more!

Ready to welcome the biggest foodie event of the year back? That’s right, Taste of Abu Dhabi has confirmed its return this year, and this is what we know so far!

Featuring some of the most amazing chefs from across the world, including the likes of Marco Pierre White, Taste of Abu Dhabi is all set to take over Yas Gateway Park North.

From 14 – 16 November, get ready to feast on mouthwatering bites from the city’s top restaurants, groove to live tunes, dabble in cooking workshops, win freebies and more.

And guess what, early bird tickets are already on sale!

The Taste of Abu Dhabi restaurant and chef line-up this year

If you haven’t been already (why wouldn’t you go!), Taste of Abu Dhabi is an annual food festival held on Yas Island. It’s the perfect winter family day out, promising fun and flavour for all ages.

All of your favourite restaurants in the city have pop-ups at this highly anticipated festival. Here’s a list of the confirmed outlets so far:

  • Paradiso 
  • Fouquet’s Abu Dhabi (making its debut this year!)
  • Ilios
  • Craft by Side Hustle 
  • Lento
  • Gala Gourmet (this one’s the event’s FIRST fully-vegetarian restaurant)
  • Catch by St. Regis
  • Taparelle 
  • Oak Room
  • The Director’s Club

Can’t wait to see some of your favourite chefs? Here’s the confirmed list so far, and we’re screaming!

  • Gino D’Acampo
  • Matt Preston 
  • Shivesh Bhatia 
  • Jenny Morris 
  • Rich (Dubai 92) 
  • Harry Heals 
  • Khaled Al Saadi 
  • Faisal Naser 
  • Warren Mendes 
  • Omaka Marie
  • Annika Panikker 
  • Fred Casagrande 
  • Andrew Dickens 
  • Joe Nesbitt Larking 

What’s new at Taste of Abu Dhabi

Apart from celebrity workshops, the mega kids’ zone, live performances by bands and DJs – there’s so much on the agenda as the festival keeps getting bigger.

First off, as always, kids under 12 go free!

Taste of Abu Dhabi

Explore new and upgraded VIP packages designed to bring your Taste experience to the next level. Guests can expect fast track entry to the event, food & drink vouchers, and access to the VIP lounge with dedicated musicians and exclusive activations.

There’s also a new Friday Team Package, making for a great chance to bond with your colleagues!

Details:

What: Taste of Abu Dhabi
When: 14-16 November
Prices: Starting at AED 60. For tickets, visit Platinumlist