From his early days as Executive Sous Chef to now leading the kitchens as Executive Chef, Luca’s journey at The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal has been one of growth, curiosity, and purpose. What began as a focus on precision…
Chef Jason Atherton has spent nearly four decades shaping modern dining. From his early days in London’s kitchens to leading The Social Company, the British chef has built his career on a genuine passion and love for food.
I recently visited Strawfire, the restaurant by Chef Ross Shonhan, which opened in 2024 at the Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental Abu Dhabi.
Strawfire takes its name and philosophy from warayaki, a style of Japanese cooking over straw flames. Chef Ross first came across the method during his travels to Shikoku Island in southern Japan, where rice straw is used to infuse a distinctive campfire flavour. Traditionally reserved for a few regional dishes, Strawfire takes the technique further, using it to bring out character in a wider range of ingredients.
In a city renowned for its dynamic culinary scene, Executive Chef Silvio Carro stands out at the helm of Villamore, an elegant Mediterranean restaurant nestled in the heart of Dubai. With a career spanning over 15 years and multiple countries,…
The Ned Doha, a distinctive hotel and members' club, has quickly established itself as a cultural and social landmark in the heart of Qatar.
When Chef Nick Alvis moved to Dubai over a decade ago, the city’s dining scene looked very different from what it is today. Since then, he has become one of the most influential names in Dubai’s homegrown restaurant movement, shaping…
How Vladimir Chistyakov went from breaking news to breaking boundaries in Dubai’s dining Scene
As Executive Chef of Sexy Fish Dubai, Chris Blake stands at the intersection of high-octane dining and creativity. With a resume that spans powerhouse restaurants like Zuma and Fairmont, he now helms one of DIFC’s most flamboyant dining experiences.
Often referred to as ‘The Godfather of Modern Cooking’, Chef Marco Pierre White is a culinary legend with a career spanning decades and kitchens that have shaped the gastronomic world. Now, he embarks on a new venture in the UAE,…
Chef Sara Aqel is redefining Mediterranean dining with bold creativity, deep-rooted heritage, and a globally celebrated flair