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Now in its fifth edition, the ceremony is held with the support of destination partner Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) The MICHELIN Guide Restaurant Ceremony will take place on 6 October 2026 at Atlantis The Royal, bringing together chefs, restaurateurs, industry leaders and media for the reveal of the
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The finalists have been announced, and finalist round voting is now open for The Pro Chef & Hospitality Awards 2026, recognising chefs, hospitality professionals and businesses across the GCC’s food and beverage industry The awards celebrate individuals and organisations across the sector, from culinary talent and hospitality leaders to established brands
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39 chefs across 13 categories will compete live from 7–10 September at Depachika Food Hall, Palm Jumeirah Mall, for their category titles and the ultimate Pro Chef of the Year title The finalists for The Pro Chef Showdowns 2026 have been announced, with 39 chefs set to compete across 13 culinary
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Connect with the people behind the GCC’s most influential kitchens, restaurants and hospitality businesses The Pro Chef & Hospitality Awards 2026 brings together the chefs, culinary leaders, hospitality professionals, operators and suppliers shaping the region’s food and beverage industry. Taking place on November 26, 2026, the awards celebrate excellence across culinary, hospitality,
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Voting is now open for The Pro Chef & Hospitality Awards 2026, recognising the chefs, hospitality professionals and businesses shaping the GCC’s food and beverage industry. The awards celebrate individuals and organisations across the sector, from rising culinary talent and hospitality leaders to established brands and industry partners. This year’s categories
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Nominations are open for The Pro Chef & Hospitality Awards 2026, celebrating excellence across the GCC's food, beverage and hospitality industries. The awards recognise individuals, teams and organisations driving innovation, leadership and operational excellence, from emerging talent and independent concepts to established hospitality brands. A highlight of the programme is the
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The Pro Chef Showdown witnessed 20 thrilling battles, with over 60 of the region’s finest chefs given one hour to create a dish that could earn them the coveted 2025 title in their respective categories We want to take a moment to thank all the chefs who participated. Your creativity and
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The Pro Chef & Hospitality Conference and Awards return in 2025 to celebrate the very best across the GCC’s food, beverage, and hospitality industry From visionary Culinary Directors and Food & Beverage Managers to creative Mixologists and tireless Housekeeping Managers, the Awards shine a light on individuals and teams making a
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FZN by Björn Frantzén, located at Atlantis, The Palm, has made an extraordinary debut by earning three Michelin stars in the 2025 Michelin Guide Dubai—less than a year after opening in November 2024 This marks the highest new entry in the guide and makes Björn Frantzén the only chef in the
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Trèsind Studio has made history as the first Indian restaurant in the world to be awarded three Michelin stars, as announced in the Michelin Guide Dubai 2025 This milestone recognises the restaurant’s innovative approach to modern Indian cuisine under Chef Himanshu Saini’s leadership. Since earning its second star in 2023, Trèsind
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Presenting A Cut Above Burgers at The Ninth Cut—an electrifying showdown in the quest to discover the best dream burger After weeks of anticipation and mouth-watering submissions, the A Cut Above Burgers competition reached its sizzling finale on 23rd February at The Ninth Cut, Novotel Al Barsha, Dubai. From innovative flavour
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In a momentous celebration, Orfali Bros Bistro in Dubai has been named the #1 restaurant in the Middle East and North Africa at the prestigious 2025 Middle East & North Africa’s 50 Best Restaurants awards. The event, held in Abu Dhabi on 28 January 2025, marked a historic achievement for the bistro,
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For the first time, Doha will be included in the prestigious MICHELIN Guide, with the inaugural ceremony taking place on Thursday, December 12th, 2024, at Katara Hall, Raffles Doha The MICHELIN Guide’s esteemed selection system includes its world-famous MICHELIN Stars, awarded to restaurants based on three key criteria: One Star for
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The stage is set for the highly anticipated Pro Chef of the Year 2024 competition, taking place on October 4, 2024, at the International Centre for Culinary Arts (ICCA) in Dubai. This prestigious event, sponsored by Spinneys, will see top chefs from across the GCC compete in a mystery ingredient
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The prestigious Pro Chef of the Year 2024 competition is set to take place on October 4, 2024, at the International Centre for Culinary Arts (ICCA) in Dubai. Sponsored by Spinneys, the mystery ingredient cook-off will test the creativity and skills of some of the GCC’s finest chefs. Head Chefs,
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The international XPRIZE Feed the Next Billion competition, aimed at finding innovative protein alternatives, concludes its final phase in ICCA Abu Dhabi. The final marks the end of a four-year contest to develop superior alternatives to chicken and fish, offering a US $15 million prize pool to incentivise global teams to
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La Liste, the global guide to the world’s best hotels and restaurants, has today announced the winners of their annual Pastry Awards, followed by the La Liste Garden Party held this evening in Paris The 10 LA LISTE Special Award categories recognise 25 pastry chefs and owners across 14 countries, from
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The Ritz-Carlton Doha reaffirmed its position as a premier dining destination by clinching multiple accolades at the 7th QCP Corporate Roadshow in April this year Amidst stiff competition, the culinary team showcased their prowess and garnered high praise, showcasing their skills and dedication on a global platform. The Qatar Chefs Challenge
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The Michelin Guide Hong Kong Macau 2024, unveiled during an impressive ceremony on March 14th, 2024, bestowed five stars upon three Langham Hospitality Group (LHG) hotel restaurants Notably, T’ang Court at The Langham, Hong Kong, clinched a prestigious three-star rating for the ninth consecutive year, marking the lengthiest three-star winning streak
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The Pro Chef of the Year competition is gearing up for an exhilarating showdown at the International Centre for Culinary Arts – ICCA Dubai on December 8, 2023 This exclusive category, set apart from the traditional voting process, promises to be a live cooking extravaganza where six culinary maestros will battle
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