Food lovers, mark your calendars for November 21-23, as the MICHELIN Guide Food Festival is making its much-anticipated return to Abu Dhabi.
This year’s festival will again take place at the Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental and is set to be a highlight of the Abu Dhabi Culinary Season.
With 20 MICHELIN Guide-recognized restaurants from around the globe, this three-day culinary journey promises an unforgettable experience.
MICHELIN Guide Food Festival 2025: What To Expect
The MICHELIN Guide Food Festival 2025 is back with more flavor, flair, and fun than ever before. This year’s edition will bring together an incredible lineup of MICHELIN-starred chefs and restaurants, alongside exciting activities, live entertainment, and family-friendly experiences.
Here’s what you can look forward to:
- 20 renowned restaurants, including 10 international MICHELIN-starred restaurants making their 2025 Abu Dhabi appearance.
- Exclusive tasting menus showcasing both International global flavors and Abu Dhabi’s rich food culture.
- Six- and eight-hands MICHELIN Stars Table dinners with some of the world’s most celebrated chefs.
- Live entertainment all day, dance to beat of the music.
- Family-friendly activities.
- MICHELIN Guide Café – premium à la carte dining and takeaway
- Local producers in dedicated zones.
- Insta-worthy moments throughout the venue.
- Cashless payment options for quick and smooth experience.
MICHELIN Guide Food Festival 2025: Tickets and Pricing
Tickets for the MICHELIN Guide Food Festival are available now on Platinumlist, with general admission ticket priced at AED 85.
MICHELIN Guide Food Packages
At the MICHELIN Guide Food Festival, you can choose from special packages that bring you the very best of gourmet dining.
MICHELIN Guide Gourmet Experience Package
Enjoy a tasting menu from top MICHELIN-recognized restaurants. This package is perfect if you want to sample signature dishes and refined flavors.
MICHELIN Guide Ultimate Food Lover Package
Go all in with the Ultimate Food Lover Package, which gives you multiple tastings, premium access, and food pairings, a must for true food lovers.
MICHELIN Guide Masterclasses, Workshops & More
The MICHELIN Guide Food Festival isn’t just about dining; it’s an immersive experience for food enthusiasts of all kinds. You can look forward to:
- Exclusive Dishes: Taste exclusive dishes crafted by Michelin-starred chefs, available only during the festival.
- Workshops: Take a break from food and join fun workshops for both kids and adults.
- Masterclasses: Join hands-on masterclasses led by top chefs from the featured restaurants and learn from the best. There’s a special kids’ masterclass too, perfect for young food enthusiasts.
- Marketplace: Discover a special marketplace featuring local producers, perfect for picking up unique ingredients and culinary treats.
MICHELIN Stars Chef’s Tables
Those who are looking for a truly luxurious foodie experience, can get tickets to Chef’s Table to enjoy a unique evening where local and international chefs collaborate on six-hands culinary creations.
In 2025, Chef’s Table will be hosted by:
Talea by Antonio Guida on November 21
Step into the culinary world of Talea by Antonio Guida, offering an elegant take on authentic Italian cooking. From handmade pasta to seasonal specialties, Talea delivers timeless flavors with Michelin-starred finesse.
Strawfire by Ross Shonhan on November 22
Indulge in the creativity of Strawfire by Ross Shonhan, where fire and flavor take center stage. Known for bold techniques and a playful twist on Asian cuisine, this dining experience promises innovation with every bite.
HAKKASAN on November 23
Experience the refined flavors of Hakkasan, where modern Cantonese cuisine meets sleek sophistication. Expect bold dishes, delicate dim sum, and signature creations that showcase why Hakkasan remains a global dining icon.
Following its success of the previous years, MICHELIN Guide Food Festival 2025 is set to be even bigger and better in its third edition.
Get your ticket and prepare to indulge in a world of flavors!
