Workshops with your favourite chefs, kids’ fun zones and so much more to look forward to at this year’s Taste of Abu Dhabi
PARTNER CONTENT: The capital’s favourite food festival is returning with a bang! Are you ready for the Taste of Abu Dhabi?
The ultimate day out for the entire family, they’ve managed to make it bigger and better with loads of new activities in store, and we’re here for it. It’s going to be a weekend of star-studded chefs, VIP experiences, workshops for everyone and, of course, at the heart of it all – some delicious food.
From barista and pasta-making workshops for free to plenty of activations for the kids to check out, it’s going to be an action-packed delicious three days.
So what can you expect at this three-day epicurean extravaganza? Check it out!
The BLACK+DECKER & Noor Oil Culinary Stage
New this year, head to the BLACK+DECKER & Noor Oil Culinary Stage to watch star chefs demonstrate how they perfect their signature dishes. Ask your favourite chefs exactly how much salt they include in a pinch, how to properly quenelle a mousse, coddle an egg, and so much more! It’s the ultimate chance to learn all about their signature dishes and recreate them at home.
Another unmissable venue is the flame-fuelled hotspot of Taste of Abu Dhabi – the Exit 10 & Aramtec FirePit. Learn from the best pitmasters around how one can fire up the grill like a pro, and go home with a recipe that’s sure to impress your guests. Using mouth-watering fresh meats from Aramtec, you’ll get to cook them to smokey perfection using premium Exit 10 BBQs and equipment.
If that wasn’t enough, you can also head to the Kibsons Cook School, where you’ll be guided through a hands-on fun and flavourful recipe led by a pro chef. From sweet treats to aesthetic appetisers and more – pick your favourite session and get ready to savour your delicious efforts at the end!
Free workshops for all
Whether you’re a seasoned coffee aficionado or a curious newbie – there’s plenty of excitement brewing at Taste of Abu Dhabi this year. From Mini-Barista Training Opportunities to Espresso Tasting and Latte Art, dabble in a spectrum of flavours and aroma as experts guide to that elusive perfect brew.
You can also step into the world of authentic Italian pasta with Sagra Italian Pastificio, with engaging pasta-making workshops where you can make and taste a sample of the freshest pasta. What’s more, you also get to take your own creations home to enjoy at leisure! What’s not to love?
Friday Work Social Packages
Also new this year, Taste of Abu Dhabi is offering you the perfect team building outing for your organisation! These specially designed packages are just the rewarding and delicious end to a long week and a definite upgrade to the Friday team lunch.
Packages start from AED 130 per person.
Special junior chef cooking sessions
Taste of Abu Dhabi is not the capital’s favourite food festival for nothing – they truly have something in store for everyone. While the parents get busy sampling this year’s delicious menus, the little ones have a special child-friendly dish waiting for them from every participating restaurant.
For the first time at Taste of Abu Dhabi, kids can participate in a special series of Junior Chef workshops hosted daily at the Kibsons Cook School. Designed for parents and their budding chefs, these sessions offer a fantastic opportunity to bond over the joys of cooking under celebrity chef and bestselling cookbook author Annabel Karmel! And since the sessions are free, get there early to book a coveted spot.
There’s also a mega kids zone to keep them busy with bouncy slides, arts & crafts zones and so much more. Bigger and better than ever, the Splash ‘N’ Party kids zone will feature food themed bouncy castles, crafts, and a variety of activities. The best part? Kids under 12 go free!
The VIP experience at Taste of Abu Dhabi
Who doesn’t love a taste of the good life? At Taste of Abu Dhabi, you have two different ways to dip into the finer things.
With the new VIP Package, you get a day entry to the event – in the fast-tracked lane of course. In addition to three food vouchers and four drink vouchers you can also access the Taste VIP Lounge!
That includes special entertainment, plush seating options and exclusive activations. And of course, you don’t want to miss out on the Taste culinary workshops (registration first-come first-served on the day). So get there early and sign up to cook alongside some of the culinary greats.
If you want to level up, opt for the Sunday VIP Brunch Package that includes the same entry upgrades, as well as five food and drink vouchers for that perfect brunch experience in town! The VIP packages are likely to sell out, so be sure to grab them ASAP
Add to that access to the Taste VIP Lounge and culinary workshops, and you’re not going to have a better Sunday than that! Of course, the prices are all valid only on advance bookings and will be higher at the door – so don’t miss out the chance to secure your spot while you still can!
AED 75 for Standard tickets, AED 180 for Taster Package. AED 325 for the VIP Package. AED 375 for the Sunday VIP Brunch Package.
With this much excitement packed into three delicious days, you do not want to miss out on Taste of Abu Dhabi this year.
Advance purchase tickets now at sale at Taste of Abu Dhabi Festival and for more information, visit here
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