The MICHELIN Guide is pleased to present the very first selection of restaurants in the capital of the United Arab Emirates on Thursday 10 November, 2022 at the luxurious Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi.
MICHELIN Starred restaurant and local chefs from around-the-world will converge at the Emirates Palace to offer diners a 5-course dinner under the theme of “L’Art de Vivre”.
Time: From 7:30PM local time
Date: Thursday 10 November, 2022
Location: Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi - West - Corniche Rd - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
*Please note this is an invitation only event, viewers can enjoy star revelation live via the MICHELIN Guide Youtube or MICHELIN Guide Middle East Facebook page.
FEATURED CHEFS
Chef Simon Rogan, Restaurant L'Enclume (Three MICHELIN Stars, UK)
As well as having been awarded Three Michelin Stars for the outstanding quality of its cuisine, Simon Rogan's L'Enclume is also the worthy holder of a Michelin Green Star.
What our inspectors said about L'Enclume
The enthusiasm and obvious pride of the youthful service team further enhance the experience, an experience made even more memorable if you stay in one of the bedrooms spread about the village. Few restaurants represent the region in which they’re located more than L’Enclume and the Lake District... Read full review here.
Chef Björn Frantzén, Restaurant Frantzén (Three MICHELIN Stars, Sweden)
Björn Frantzén is a former football player and chef who runs Frantzén, a three-star Michelin restaurant.
What our inspectors said about Frantzén
A truly immersive experience that you won't forget in a hurry. The restaurant is set over 3 floors; ring the bell and then enjoy an aperitif while the day’s luxurious ingredients are explained. Once at the beautiful counter, the charming service team and chefs guide you through each creative, perfectly executed and remarkable dish.
Chef Cheryl Koh, Restaurant Les Amis (Three MICHELIN Stars, Singapore)
Pastry chef Cheryl Koh is Singapore's queen of desserts and one of Asia's top pastry chefs.
What our inspectors said about Les Amis
Les Amis is as good-looking today as it was when it opened in 1994. This singularly sophisticated and world-renowned restaurant is spread over two floors and run with impeccable attention to detail. The set menus offer French classics with the occasional Asian influence; signature dishes include blue lobster and potato salad. Round out the meal with the unmissable silky-soft baba au rhum. The stunning wine list is one of the best in Asia.
Chef Jimmy Ophorst, Restaurant PRU (One MICHELIN Star, Thailand)
Dutch chef Jimmy Ophorst heads Phuket’s first-ever Michelin Star restaurant PRU and is a leading voice for Thailand’s farm-to-table movement.
What our inspectors said about PRU
Pru stands for ‘plant, raise, understand’ and it is this ethos that underpins every aspect of this sophisticated, intimate and romantic restaurant, a stone’s throw from the sea. Its menu is built around dishes with ingredients sourced from ecosystems across Thailand like Phang-Nga, Nakhon Phanom and even its own 96-hectare organic farm. Dishes are seasonal, delicate and beautifully presented.
Chef Lee Kok Hua, Restaurant Hakkasan Abu Dhabi (Guest Chef)
Chef Lee Kok Hua is one of the leading chefs of Asian cuisine in the Middle East. He currently heads the team at Hakkasan restaurant in Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi.
About Hakkasan Abu Dhabi
Hakkasan’s Abu Dhabi outpost is instantly recognised by the sultry and chic oriental décor. Located within the Emirates Palace hotel, this Cantonese cuisine led restaurant offers customers time-honoured Cantonese classics. Hakkasan's philosophy is to tell the story of China through reviving and modernising old recipes.
