Taste of Dubai 2023 showcased 15 of Dubai’s top restaurants, including Michelin-starred establishments; world-famous chefs from all over the globe, such as Massimo Bottura; as well as some of the hottest up-and-coming culinary talent. Each restaurant featured a menu of 3 to 5 dishes, served in taster-sized portions for festivalgoers to create their own tasting menu from their favourite restaurants in the lineup.

Visitors took part in various interactive experiences and learned from their favourite celebrity chefs at Taste’s first ever Waterfront Market Barbeque School, the Philips Cook School, and the Kibsons Mystery Box Challenge.

Live entertainment from the UAE’s best bands and DJs further added to three days of festival vibes: from chilled acoustic performances to lively DJ sets taking place across multiple areas of the festival, the crowds danced from day to night.

The Taste VIP Lounge added extra flare and style to the weekend, while the Kids Zone kept the little ones supervised and entertained. Those looking for retail-therapy enjoyed the very best of food, drink, and lifestyle items from artisan producers and small local producers.

Taste Festivals is a global culinary platform with a series of festivals in cities across Europe, South America, and the Middle East. Featuring stunning food prepared by the world’s greatest restaurants, globally renowned chefs, masterclasses, markets, and entertainment, Taste is a worldwide leader in culinary-driven experiences.