With Just 1 Month To Go Until Taste Of Abu Dhabi In Partnership With BMW Abu Dhabi Motors, Explore The Star-Studded Lineup Of Celebrity Chefs Coming To Taste, Latest Restaurants Participating And More

The wait is nearly over! Taste of Abu Dhabi in Partnership with BMW Abu Dhabi Motors returns from 14-16 November 2025 at Gateway Park North, Yas Island, bringing together the capital’s most exciting restaurants, celebrity chefs, and live entertainment for a three-day feast of food, fun, and flavour.

Organised by MENA Live Events for the third consecutive year, Taste of Abu Dhabi 2025 is set to build on the incredible success of last year’s edition, which attracted over 19,000 food lovers. This year, the festival raises the bar once again, promising a star-studded lineup, fresh culinary experiences, and plenty of reasons to indulge.

The Big Names Taking Centre Stage
Food fans are in for a treat as international culinary icons take over the Taste cooking features. Headlining this year’s festival are three of the most recognisable names in food and entertainment:

• Gino D’Acampo – the charismatic Italian chef and TV personality known for his bold flavours, quick wit, and passion for authentic Italian cooking.
• Matt Preston – beloved MasterChef Australia judge and culinary storyteller, famed for his flair, humour, and deep appreciation for global cuisine.
• Shivesh Bhatia – India’s baking sensation and digital star, inspiring millions with his modern desserts and creative twist on classic sweets.

They will also be joined by Taste favourite Chefs including Jenny Morris, Rich (Dubai 92), Harry Heals, Khaled Al Saadi, Faisal Naser, Warren Mendes, Omaka Marie, Annika Panikker, Fred Casagrande, Andrew Dickens, and Joe Nesbitt Larking.

Chefs will join guests at the Taste signature cooking features, hosting interactive cooking demos that invite festivalgoers to cook, learn, and laugh alongside them.

At the BLACK+DECKER Cook School, the spotlight shines on you as you cook side-by-side with celebrity chefs and learn their signature dishes firsthand on premium BLACK+DECKER small home appliances. With multiple sessions across the weekend, there’s something for everyone, from family-friendly fun to serious foodie inspiration.

The Taste Flavour Partner, NEZO Salt, will bring the zing to your dishes; whether you’re mastering the grill at the Taste Fire Pit or discovering new techniques at the Taste Chefs Hub.
Fancy yourself a pasta-lover? Don’t miss the Pasta-Making Workshops by Sagra Italian Pastificio, where you’ll roll, knead, and savour authentic Italian tradition.

Best of all, all sessions are free to attend with your event ticket.

Exclusive: Matthew Jones &Bread Ahead Makes Taste Debut
For the first time, the world-renowned Bread Ahead Bakery joins the festival lineup. Founder and master baker Matthew Jones will host an exclusive Crème Brûlée Doughnut Masterclass, giving guests the chance to recreate the bakery’s viral sensation in person. Hungry for more? Bread Ahead will also be selling their signature goodies all weekend from their stand.

What’s on the Menu
This year’s restaurant lineup celebrates the diversity of Abu Dhabi’s dining scenefrom fine dining favourites to up-and-coming hotspots, and introduces an exciting new milestone for the festival: Taste’s First-Ever Fully Vegetarian Restaurant – Gala Gourmet.
For the first time in Taste of Abu Dhabi history, vegetarian diners will have a dedicated restaurant to explore. Gala Gourmet joins the festival’s lineup with a vibrant, fully vegetarian menu designed to surprise even the most devoted carnivores. Expect bold, flavour-forward dishes that champion fresh produce and creativity, marking a major step toward more inclusive dining experiences.They join an impressive roster of 15 other restaurants, with the full lineup officially being announced:

·      Paradiso

·      Fouquet’s Abu Dhabi

·      Goldfish Sushi & Yakitori

·      Soraya

·      Ilios

·      Barbossa

·      Craft by Side Hustle

·      LENTO

·      Ting Irie

·      Catch by St. Regis

·      Taparelle

·      Oak Room

·      The Director’s Club

·      Desert Lotus

·      Pincode

Each pop-up will serve a curated selection of 3–5 signature dishes, offering guests the chance to explore the city’s best bites all in one place.
Stay tuned for the full restaurant menus and dish reveals coming soon!

 

Tickets Now on Sale, With First-Ever Group Deals Available Exclusively Online

Gather your friends and make it a weekend to remember because for the first time ever, Taste of Abu Dhabi is offering exclusive group deals on standard tickets for four people, available online only for a limited time. It’s the perfect excuse to plan your ultimate foodie day out.

Ticket options:

• Standard – AED 80 (children under 12 enter free)
• Taster Package – AED 185: entry + 2 food + 2 drink vouchers
• VIP Package – AED 350: VIP Lounge access, fast-track entry, 3 food + 4 drink vouchers, and exclusive perks
• Friday Team Packages – from AED 130 per person: for groups of 8+, includes food vouchers, optional drinks, and VIP access (before 3pm Friday)
• NEW! Group Deal for Four: special bundle rate available online — ideal for families or friends who feast together.

Tickets can be purchased at https://abu-dhabi.platinumlist.net/event-tickets/tasteofabudhabi

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