Get ready, food lovers! Dubai’s biggest foodie festival, Taste of Dubai, is returning for an epic weekend of delicious eats, celebrity chefs, and festival vibes. From Friday, February 6 to Sunday, February 8, 2026, the Dubai Media City Amphitheatre will transform into a playground for your taste buds. You’ll want to bring your appetite and a sense of adventure for this one! Presented by MENA Live Events in partnership with the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism, Taste of Dubai 2026 is expected to welcome around 25,000 foodies, families, and friends over three days of culinary fun. Hungry for more? Keep reading for all the information.
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Restaurants – Eat Your Way Across Dubai
16 of Dubai’s finest restaurants have been handpicked to showcase the city’s diverse dining scene. From crowd favourites to global flavours, each pop-up offers a curated menu of three to five taster-sized dishes—perfect for trying a bit of everything. Restaurants will also include vegetarian options and kid-friendly dishes, so no one misses out!
Confirmed Restaurants Include:
- Leña,
- The Guild,
- Duck & Waffle
- Akira Back
- Demon Duck
- Nama Yoso
- LOWE
- Lento
- The Beam
- Maya by Richard Sandoval
- Indya by Vineet
- Rhodes W1
- Ting Irie
- Khadak
- Suma Gourmet
Celebrity Chefs You Can Cook & Learn From
This is where the festival really shines. Taste of Dubai 2026 brings celebrity chefs to the Taste Cook School, Chefs’ Hub, and Fire Pit. Here they’ll be cooking live and sharing insider tips you can try at home. All sessions are free with entry tickets, though spaces are first-come, first-served.
Confirmed Chef Line-Up:
- Gino D’Acampo – Legendary Italian chef & TV personality
- Matt Preston – MasterChef Australia judge
- Rachel Allen – Irish cookery author & TV chef
- Harry Heal – Instagram chef
- Jenny Morris – South Africa’s Giggling Gourmet
- Fred Casagrande – Smoking Beard founder
- Andrew Dickens & Joseph Nesbitt-Larking – UK pitmasters
What To Expect In 2026 – VIP, Music & Drinks
The VIP experience has been upgraded this year with fast-track entry, VIP lounge access, exclusive entertainment, and extra food & drink vouchers. It’s the perfect package for festival-goers wanting a premium experience.
- Music lovers can enjoy multiple live music pockets across the venue, from upbeat bands to laid-back acoustic sets. Radio favourites Big Rossi and Remix Rich will also take over the decks.
- Thirsty? Several licensed 21+ outlets from African and Eastern brands will offer a range of beers, wines, cocktails, and mocktails.
It’s An All-Rounded Experience For Everyone
Taste of Dubai remains family-friendly with ‘Little Chefs’ cooking workshops and kid-approved activities. Children under 12 enter for free, and every restaurant offers a kid-friendly dish. Before leaving, don’t miss the Taste Artisan Market, featuring gourmet products, foodie gifts, and local treats. This year, the festival will also spotlight UAE businesses and offer dedicated sessions celebrating traditional Emirati dishes.
Grab Your Tickets Before They Sell Out!
Advance ticket sales are open, starting from AED 80 for single-day entry.
Ticket Options:
- Standard Entry: AED 80 (children under 12 free)
- Taster Package: AED 185 (2 food + 2 drink vouchers)
- VIP Package: AED 350 (3 food + 4 drink vouchers, VIP lounge access)
- Friday Team Packages: From AED 135 per person
All vouchers are distributed on entry and redeemable at any pop-up.
All The Little Details You Need To Know!
- Date & Time: 6 – 8 February, 2026 | From 12 PM onwards
- Location: Dubai Media City Amphitheatre, Dubai Media City
- Price: AED 80+ (varies by ticket package)
For more information, visit the official Taste of Dubai website
