Dubai’s most anticipated food, drink, and music festival, Taste of Dubai 2025, is set to take over Dubai Media City Amphitheatre from 14-16 February.
This year’s edition promises an exceptional culinary journey, featuring 16 of the city’s top restaurants, renowned celebrity chefs, and an array of live entertainment.
With an expected 25,000 visitors, this three-day event is a must-visit for food lovers, families, and friends.
Star-studded culinary line-up
The festival will showcase an exciting mix of Dubai’s best restaurants, each presenting 3-5 ‘taster’-sized dishes to give visitors the opportunity to sample a variety of flavours in one place. From gourmet creations to comforting street food, there’s something to satisfy every craving.
Among the participating restaurants are:
- City Social
- Demon Duck
- Goldfish Sushi & Yakitori
- Harummanis
- Indya by Vineet
- Leña
- Maya by Richard Sandoval
- Miss Lily’s
- Moti Mahal
- Osteria Funkcoolio
- Rhodes W1
- Duck & Waffle
- Monno
- Blue Door
- Lush Burger
- Suma Gourmet
Meet the celebrity chefs
Food enthusiasts will have the opportunity to witness world-renowned chefs in action, participate in exclusive workshops, and pick up expert culinary techniques. The Taste Cook School, Chefs Hub, and Fire Pit will host live demonstrations, offering an immersive experience for visitors eager to refine their cooking skills.
The star-studded chef lineup includes:
- Marco Pierre White
- Alvin Leung
- Annabel Karmel
- Dani García
- Vineet Bhatia
- Akmal Anuar
- José Pizarro
- Hattem Mattar
- Eric Lanlard
- Jenny Morris
Sessions will be hosted by Virgin Radio’s Priti Malik, ensuring a fun and engaging atmosphere throughout the festival.
Live entertainment & VIP lounges
Aside from the culinary delights, multiple entertainment zones will keep the festival buzzing with energy. Expect DJ sets, live bands, and acoustic performances scattered across different festival zones, creating the perfect ambience for an unforgettable weekend.
For those seeking a luxury experience, the Edari VIP Lounge offers fast-track entry, three food vouchers, four drinks vouchers, and an exclusive space to enjoy the festival in style.
Dibba Bay Oyster Shuck-Off
A major highlight of the festival is the Dibba Bay Oyster Shuck-Off, where top chefs will compete in an intense oyster-shucking contest. Visitors can also sample fresh oysters, attend masterclasses, and enjoy expert-paired oyster tastings. The grand finale, featuring Marco Pierre White, José Pizarro, and Jenny Morris, will take place on Sunday, 16 February.
How to get there
By Car: If driving from Dubai Marina, head southwest on King Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Street and continue onto Al Sufouh Road towards Dubai Media City.
By Metro: Take the Red Line and disembark at Dubai Internet City Metro Station, a short walk from the venue.
By Taxi: Dubai Media City is a well-known location, making taxis and ride-hailing services a convenient option.
Ticket information
A range of ticket packages cater to every visitor, whether they’re looking for a casual dining experience or an all-access VIP pass:
- Standard Ticket – Dh75 (advance) / Dh85 (on the day)
- Taster Package – Dh180 (Includes two food & two drinks vouchers)
- VIP Package – Dh325 (Includes fast-track entry, VIP lounge access, three food & four drinks vouchers)
- Friday Work Social – From Dh130 per person (For groups of 10+, includes two food vouchers and VIP lounge access)
- Sunday VIP Brunch Package – Dh375 (Includes five food & five drinks vouchers)
Children under 12 years old can enjoy free entry, making it a perfect family-friendly weekend.
With its blend of world-class dining, interactive workshops, and exciting entertainment, Taste of Dubai 2025 is shaping up to be the ultimate foodie event of the year. Advance tickets are available now.