Al Baleed Resort Salalah by Anantara in southern Oman will be bringing together some of the world’s top Michelin-starred chefs this November for a culinary extravaganza.
The luxury international food festival will see chefs from Germany, France, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, Belgium and Portugal host six days of interactive workshops and gourmet dinners.
Held from 22 – 27 November 2022, the Al Baleed Food Festival is returning to the beachside resort for a second time following its success in 2021 in what will become an annual event.
This year’s highlights include:
● Three Michelin-star Chef Thomas Bühner from Germany
● Two Michelin-star French Chef Patrick Jeffroy
● Michelin-star Chef Peter Gast from the Netherlands
● Portuguese Michelin-star Chef Louis Anjos
● Michelin-star chef Roger Van Damme from Belgium
● Oman food specialist Dina Macki
The six-day event, sponsored by Oman Air and the luxury fragrance house, Amouage, will culminate in a ‘Night to Remember’ which will see the chefs come together to each prepare a dish for a grand finale.
Visitors can book individual events from the following schedule:
Chef Patrick Jeffroy
Bringing the heritage of France’s northwesternmost region, Brittany, to Salalah, the two Michelin-star chef will present flavours from land and sea.
22 November – Mekong
5-course menu from 6.30 pm
23 November – Sakalan
Workshop at 1.00 pm
Dina Macki
Known for her devotion to the fresh, local ingredients of Salalah, Dina Macki reveals her eclectic approach to cookery through delectable dishes.
23 November – Sakalan
5-course menu from 6.30 pm
24 November – Sakalan
Workshop at 1.00 pm
Thomas Bühner
One of Germany’s leading chefs with three Michelin stars to his name, Bühner showcases culinary creations that have won acclaim the world over.
24 November – Mekong
5-course menu from 6.30 pm
25 November – Sakalan
Workshop at 1.00 pm
Louis Anjos
Passionate about Portuguese cuisine and paying tribute to his roots through his creations, Michelin star Chef Louis Anjos uses the finest native ingredients to create unique dishes inspired by his homeland.
25 November – Al Mina
5-course menu from 6.30 pm
26 November – Sakalan
Workshop at 1.00 pm
Peter Gast
Dutch Michelin-star Chef Peter Gast takes inspiration from life on the farm and shows the authentic flavours of nature.
26 November – Mekong
5-course menu from 6.30 pm
27 November – Sakalan
Workshop at 1.00 pm
Roger Van Damme
See first-hand the perfection of Michelin-starred Chef Roger van Damme from Belgium. Indulge in an unforgettable afternoon tea experience, a journey that started with his great-grandfather’s passion for pastry.
23 November – Al Mina
Afternoon Tea daily from 3.00 pm – 6.00 pm
The food festival will culminate in a Gala Dinner at Al Mina on 27 November, where each chef will present two of their signature dishes.
Bookings are open now, starting at OMR 10 per workshop and dinners from OMR 30, with the final evening priced at OMR 35 per person.
Nightly rates at Al Baleed Resort Salalah by Anantara start from OMR 240 for a Deluxe Room or OMR 390 for a One Bedroom Villa with a private pool including all taxes and breakfast.
For more information and reservations, please visit www.anantara.com., or email res.aabs@anantara.com.
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