From wagyu sliders to chocolate rain: Day one, Taste of Abu Dhabi 2026
There’s always room for more you’ll find when you walk the Taste of Abu Dhabi. Past vendors who serve up delectables from farms and other local businesses, past grills that sigh with smoke at each slap of red meat. The smells engage you. So it’s just as well that we get to the annual food fest in time an hour after it opens – at 3pm. This is late enough for the chefs to have set up shop and not…
Taste of Abu Dhabi kicks off with a diverse array of food stalls and pop-ups, enticing visitors with a tantalizing lineup of culinary delights. From Wagyu beef sliders to innovative creations like chocolate rain, there's something to satisfy every palate. The event features 16 exclusive menu offerings, each carefully crafted to offer the perfect bite-sized experience.
In addition to the food, attendees can engage in cooking workshops, learn to craft their favorite beverages, and indulge in a variety of pastries and desserts. The atmosphere is lively, with live music and a vibrant al fresco setting, providing the perfect backdrop for relaxation and socializing. Families are also catered to, with child-friendly activities such as a bouncing castle and beginner's pasta-making classes.
Renowned chefs like Gino D'Acampo and Rachel Allen are expected to make appearances, adding to the excitement. With tickets starting at Dh80, the Taste of Abu Dhabi offers a unique and unforgettable gastronomic adventure, running until Nov 15 at Gateway Park North on Yas Island.
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