Taste the Festival with a grandiose opening of inimitable style and elegance

Catch your first glimpse of our sparkling array of celebrity chefs as they drift into view along the enchanting waterways leading to Al Qasr. As they disembark from a classic Arabian abra and ascend the elegant staircase, prepare to meet them in person at our glittering reception. Here you can minglefreely with the stars of the Festival.

Indulge in a sumptuous open buffet of delights where live cooking stations offer a multitude of world-renowned signature dishes from our master chefs as well as our own highly talented Jumeirah Executive Chefs.

The culinary creations will tempt the palate and stunning entertainment from our live band will set the scene. Our photographer will capture your magical moments with the chefs, who will sign copies of their books and lift the curtain, on the world of gourmet cuisine.