Tourism & Hospitality | Wednesday 9 November, 2016 9:36 am |

Taste of Abu Dhabi turns up the heat as Internationally acclaimed pop band BJÖRN AGAIN is set to make their Middle East debut to rock the Capital from 10-12 November 2016 at Zayed Sports City.

BJÖRN AGAIN will sear more flavour into the Festival’s Thursday opening night, performing live from 9.30pm at Zayed Sports City. Designed as a rocked-up light-hearted satirical ABBA spoof, the enduring appeal of ABBA is reflected in the ongoing success of the Björn Again show having amassed 5,000 performances in 71 countries in 28 years.

Guests will also have the chance to ‘Taste the World’ from 10-12 November 2016, as Etihad Airways confirms the international debut of its unique new dining experience showcasing global gastronomical talent.

As the global Airline partner for Taste Festivals, Etihad Airways has chosen the top culinary talent from everywhere from London to Toronto and Perth to Paris to showcase the best dishes their city has to offer at its home Abu Dhabi.  Visitors will also receive guidance on beverage pairings with each delicious dish from Etihad Airways’ dedicated inflight chefs.

“We are delighted that Etihad Airways has chosen our Taste Festival in its home city, Abu Dhabi, to unveil this exciting new international culinary extravaganza,” said Chris Fountain, Managing Director of event organisers Turret Media. “Their commitment to being the world’s leading culinary airline is a great fit for our event, and we look forward to working together to provide an unforgettable and no doubt delicious experience for all of our guests.”  

Some of the region’s beloved celebrity chefs will be headlining the festival for the first time, including Mohammad Orfali, and Tarek Ibrahim who will be cooking up a storm on the Chefs Theatre and Cooking Challenge, alongside one of India’s most famous chefs Sanjeev Kapoor, top British Chef, restauranteur Ed Baines and Taste of Abu Dhabi’s firm favourites Jenny Morris and Josh Stanzl. 

The gastronomic line-up will feature some of Abu Dhabi’s latest, greatest and most exciting restaurants including: Teatro, Sho Cho, Flooka, Bu Trinity!, Tamba, Punjab Grill, Catch, Loca, Velocity, Melius, JW Steakhouse, Al Fanar, Bakers Kitchen, Bar Fly, Nolus, Royal Orchid and The Sportsman’s Arms

Ensuring the event is even more of a success, leading sponsors have been confirmed including Etihad Airways, Mercedes Benz, Noor, IKEA, Choithrams, The Hub, Bounce, Doux, Gulf News, Marriott Downtown Abu Dhabi , Spinneys, Abu Dhabi World, ICCA, Evian and Badoit, BBC Good Food, Mother, Baby& Child magazine, Dining and Nightlife Abu Dhabi magazine, Delicio and the Tea Club.

 

Official hotel sponsor Marriott Downtown Abu Dhabi offers an exclusive package including an overnight stay with breakfast for two and entry tickets to the Taste of Abu Dhabi. The hotel is in close proximity to this year’s event venue which makes it the perfect choice for foodies from outside the capital.

 

Taste of Abu Dhabi takes place at Zayed Sports City from Thursday 10 to Saturday 12 November 2016. The festival will run from 4 – 11pm on Thursday, 12pm – 11pm on Friday and 12pm – 10pm on Saturday.