MICHELIN Guide Dubai 2024 Underpins Emirate’s Status As Culinary Hotspot
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MICHELIN Guide Dubai 2024 Underpins Emirate’s Status As Culinary Hotspot

MICHELIN Guide Dubai 2024: MICHELIN revealed the third edition of its annual MICHELIN Guide Dubai during a prestigious ceremony last night at the recently opened One & Only One Za’abeel. Among the highlights was Row on 45 becoming the fourth restaurant in Dubai to receive two MICHELIN Stars. third edition of MICHELIN Guide Dubai unveiled during ceremony at One & Only One Za’abeel Row on 45 became the fourth restaurant in Dubai to receive two MICHELIN Stars The 2024 selection included four new one MICHELIN Star restaurants and six new Bib Gourmands recognised  The selection featured 106 restaurants across 35 cuisines, a 17.8% increase from 2023 This year’s prestigious MICHELIN Guide Dubai includes a total of 106 restaurants, representing a 53.6% jump since the Guide’s inception in 2022 when it listed 69 restaurants. Decided upon by MICHELIN’s famously anonymous inspectors, the increase in restaurants in this year’s edition, also up on the 90 included in 2023, is testament to Dubai’s expanding and increasingly diverse gastronomy scene.  The 2024 edition recognises four Michelin MICHELIN Stars restaurants and 15 one MICHELIN Star restaurants, four of which are newly awarded. Dubai is now also home to 18 Bib Gourmand restaurants and three with a MICHELIN Green Star. (See full list of restaurants below.) Indian cuisine continues to carve a niche with its innovative concept-dining restaurants, taking 11 places in the Michelin Guide Dubai. Building on the success of previous venues featured and awarded Stars and other recognition, Indian tapas bar Revelry joins the list, with inclusion in the Bib Gourmand category. Tresind Studio (chef Himanshu Saini) and Avatara (chef Rahul Rana) maintain their presence in the Guide, with two Stars and one star, respectively, while Indya by Vineet (chef Vineet Bhatia) continues to be a Bib Gourmand restaurant. Conceptualised around the different seasons of India, taking the country’s agricultural heritage and culinary traditions into account, Revelry is an offering by Passion F&B, which is also the team behind Tresind Studio and Avatara, continuing the company’s impressive run in the Michelin Guide Dubai.  Some 35 different types of cuisine are represented across the 106 restaurants, with the selection underpinning Dubai’s burgeoning culinary scene as well as its commitment to delivering exceptional dining experiences across the city.  Issam Kazim, CEO of the Dubai Corporation for Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DCTCM), said: “We proudly celebrate the third edition of the MICHELIN Guide Dubai, reflecting on our journey from its debut in 2022 to celebrating the expansive list of selections this year. We extend our congratulations to all the restaurants recognised, as well as the restaurateurs, chefs, and other talent involved in their respective successes. Dubai’s culinary scene continues to be a key pillar of the wider offerings that are making it one of the best cities to visit, live, and work in, with diverse gastronomic offerings catering to all tastes and budgets for our visitors and residents.” Gwendal Poullennec, International Director of The MICHELIN Guides, said: “Dubai is now truly recognised as an international gastronomic destination and its impressive development continues year on year. Its appeal isn’t just with international travellers or local gourmets; talented chefs and restaurateurs from around the world are now also attracted by its vibrant dining scene and arrive keen to make their own mark in the city. With so many different styles of restaurant and types of cuisine, there really is something for everyone.” Dubai is renowned for being a culinary capital and plays host to a diverse selection of more than 13,000 restaurants and eateries across the city, from street food to hidden gems and fine dining, catering to almost 200 nationalities living in the city. The latest Dubai Gastronomy Industry Report ranks Dubai second in terms of restaurant density across the globe, in addition to being named one of the top 10 cities for food lovers. The emirate’s development as a globally-recognised gastronomy hub is evidenced through an eclectic range of awards, accolades, and initiatives, including being named No. 1 global destination for a third successive year at the Tripadvisor Traveller’s Choice Awards 2024 and hosting the annual Dubai Food Festival, which celebrated its 11th edition this year. As one of the oldest and most prestigious food guides globally, the MICHELIN Guide has been rating restaurants anonymously since its inception in the 1900s through a three-star system, as well as Bib Gourmand, which recognises reasonably priced, quality cuisine. MICHELIN Green Star awards were introduced in 2020 and recognise restaurants at the forefront of the industry when it comes to their sustainable practices. The growth of the emirate’s gastronomic landscape continues to be on an upward trajectory and is reflective of the success achieved within the tourism sector; in 2023 alone, Dubai welcomed a record 17.15 million international overnight visitors, a 19.4% year-on-year increase. This year, between January and May, a total of 8.12 million visitors stayed in Dubai, up 10% on the same period in 2023.  MICHELIN Guide Dubai 2024 Selection Two Stars Il Ristorante-Niko Romito  Row on 45 (new)  STAY by Yannick Alléno  Trèsind Studio One Star 11 Woodfire  Al Muntaha  Armani Ristorante  avatāra  Dinner by Heston Blumenthal  Hakkasan  Hōseki  La Dame de Pic Dubai (new)  moonrise  Orfali Bros (new)  Ossiano  Sagetsu by Tetsuya (new)  Smoked Room (new)  Tasca by José Avillez  Torno Subito Green Star Boca LOWE Teible Bib Gourmand 21 Grammes 3Fils  Aamara  Al Khayma Heritage Restaurant  Bait Maryam  Berenjak (new)  DUO Gastrobar (new)  Goldfish  Hoe Lee Kow (new)  Ibn Albahr  Indya by Vineet  Kinoya  Konjiki Hototogisu (new)  REIF Japanese Kushiyaki, Dar Wasl  REIF Japanese Kushiyaki, Dubai Hills (new) Revelry (new)  Shabestan  Teible MICHELIN Special Awards 2024 Young Chef Award: Jesus Lobato Suarez, Head Chef at Smoked Room Sommelier Award: Michael Mpofu; Celebrities by Mauro Colagreco Service Award: DuangDy by BO.LAN Opening of the Year: The Guild   For more details on these and other restaurants listed in the MICHELIN Guide Dubai 2024, please visit: guide.michelin.com  About Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) With the ultimate vision of making Dubai the world’s leading commercial centre,

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‘Dubai, A Whole New You’, Featuring Saif Ali Khan and Sara Ali Khan
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‘Dubai, A Whole New You’, Featuring Saif Ali Khan and Sara Ali Khan

Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism unveils its latest campaign, ‘Dubai, A Whole New You’, featuring Saif Ali Khan and Sara Ali Khan The campaign video beautifully showcases Saif Ali Khan and Sara Ali Khan enjoying an exciting trip through Dubai, as they experience the best of Dubai’s vibrant culture and strengthen their father-daughter bond  Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism announces the launch of its latest campaign, ‘Dubai, A Whole New You’. Follow Saif Ali Khan and Sara Ali Khan across Dubai as they deepen their loving and playful father-daughter relationship, discovering new sides to each other’s personalities. The campaign video showcases their dynamic relationship blossoming further, against the backdrop of Dubai’s vibrant landscape. As two of Bollywood’s most beloved actors, Saif and Sara share a dynamic relationship, marked by openness, candour and playful banter – qualities that strike an emotional chord with viewers against the fitting backdrop of Dubai’s spectacular offerings. Embark on a virtual journey through some of Dubai’s most-loved sights and sounds. The duo gets competitive at the Real Madrid World theme park (the first of its kind in the world), setting the tone for new adventures that Dubai offers. With Saif taking the lead, they have the time of their lives cruising through the waters in a swanky Jet Car, dining at hotspots such as Krasota, the new Instagrammable attraction where every course is themed with an immersive 360 experience, and more. The dazzle of Dubai wins them over, as they discover ‘A Whole New You’ in each other.   Despite representing two different generations, their worlds collide in more ways than one. Saif takes over Sara’s Instagram, and Sara assertively gets behind the wheel in a Jet Car and takes her dad for a ride. The two share an incredible familial bond and time spent together in Dubai, away from their hectic schedules, is priceless. The proverbial apple doesn’t fall far from the tree, we realise, as we watch Sara match her dad’s charisma as well a sense of adventure and spontaneity. Understandably, they are hesitant to head back home. Drawing from family holidays, the essence of ‘Dubai, A Whole New You’ is of bringing families together to unwind and re-bond in Dubai. Through unique adventures and exciting experiences, Saif and Sara take a break from their everyday hustle to reconnect as a family, coming together to tick off items on their Dubai bucket list and reveling in all that the city has to offer. They share plenty of heartwarming father-daughter moments, and the campaign video is a showcase of how Indian families can also foster stronger connections with each other when travelling. Bader Ali Habib, Regional Head of Proximity Markets, Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism said, “As we launch our new campaign, our steadfast focus remains on enriching Dubai’s tourism offerings for Indian families. Dubai offers an array of captivating experiences spanning art, culture, adventure, gastronomy, as well as retail and outdoor attractions that are second to none. Through this campaign, we reaffirm our commitment to setting global benchmarks in tourism, inviting families across the country to create their own cherished moments in the heart of this vibrant destination.” Saif Ali Khan shared his thoughts, saying, “It has been an absolute honour to collaborate with the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism for their inspiring campaign, ‘Dubai, A Whole New You.’ Watching Sara grow beyond a daughter into a co-artist, and now working with her, has been a special experience. Our busy schedules often leave us with limited occasions to explore and enjoy activities together, so to see Dubai through her eyes was terrific. It was a great opportunity for us to truly soak in the best of Dubai, experience its incredible offerings, and spend quality time together.” Sara Ali Khan adds: “It was amazing to discover Dubai through my abba’s eyes, and of course to take him to cute, Instagrammable spots. I love family vacations, and this one was particularly special as it allowed me to hang out with my dad and take him on fun adventures. I love setting off on short getaways from India, and Dubai has something new and interesting to offer every time I visit, creating memories that will last a lifetime.” Dubai’s proximity to major hubs in India and seamless connectivity makes it an ideal destination for family travel, short haul vacations and stopover travel. The campaign showcases a broad spectrum of activities that promise to appeal to visitors across all age groups, from young couples to kids and parents, making it an exciting travel destination all through the year. For easy-to-plan surprises for the entire family, Dubai also offers a robust roster of attractions and experiences, from thrilling theme parks and watersports activities to world-class shopping malls and iconic landmarks such as the Bhurj Khalifa. About Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) With the ultimate vision of making Dubai, the world’s leading commercial centre, investment hub and tourism destination, Dubai’s Department of Economy, and Tourism (DET) is mandated to support the Government in positioning the emirate as a major hub for the global economy and tourism, and in boosting the city’s economic and tourism competitiveness indicators. Under this remit, DET is driving efforts to further enhance Dubai’s diversified, innovative service-based economy to attract top global talent, deliver a world-class business environment and accelerate productivity growth. Additionally, DET is supporting Dubai’s vision to become the world’s best city to live and work in by promoting its diverse destination proposition, unique lifestyle, and outstanding quality of life, overall. DET is the principal authority for the planning, supervision, development and marketing of Dubai’s business and tourism sectors. It is also responsible for the licensing and classification of all types of businesses, including hotels, tour operators and travel agents. The DET portfolio includes Dubai Corporation for Tourism and Commerce Marketing, Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment, Dubai Industries and Exports, Dubai Investment Development Agency (Dubai FDI) and Dubai SME, as well as Dubai College of Tourism, Dubai Calendar and

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