Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi to host four exclusive collaboration dinners featuring international chefs from 50 best lists

Taking place during Middle East & North Africa’s 50 Best Restaurants 2026, the 50 Best Signature Sessions series brings internationally acclaimed chefs from Trèsind Studio, to Salsify at the Roundhouse, Uliassi and Le Golfe.

Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi will host four exclusive collaboration dinners as part of 50 Best’s Signature Sessions dining programme during Middle East & North Africa’s 50 Best Restaurants 2026, welcoming internationally acclaimed chefs to the capital for a series of one-night-only dining events.

Timed to coincide with MENA’s 50 Best Restaurants 2026, taking place in Abu Dhabi across late January and February, the collaborations will see the hotel’s signature restaurants partner with celebrated kitchens from India, South Africa, Italy and Tunisia. Created exclusively for Abu Dhabi, each experience offers limited availability and a rare opportunity to dine with some of the world’s most respected chefs.

Martabaan by Hermant Oberoi x Trèsind Studio, Dubai

Kicking off the series on 31 January 2026, Martabaan by Hermant Oberoi hosts a collaboration between Chef Hermant Oberoi and Chef Himanshu Saini of Trèsind Studio. Beginning at 7pm, the evening unfolds as a surprise multi-course tasting menu priced at AED 650 per person, with an optional beverage pairing at AED 350.

Showcasing the creativity and precision that have made Trèsind Studio one of the region’s most celebrated dining destinations, the menu reinterprets Indian flavours through a contemporary lens. Set against sweeping skyline views, the experience combines refined technique, subtle theatricality and detailed storytelling from the culinary team.

Sand & Koal x Salsify at the Roundhouse, Cape Town

On 2 February 2026, Sand & Koal led by Chef de Cuisine Jack Jarrott, welcomes Chef Ryan Cole and Pastry Chef Nina du Toit of Cape Town’s acclaimed Salsify for a beachside collaboration beginning at 7pm. Guests are invited to experience a multi-course tasting menu priced at AED 650 per person, with an optional beverage pairing at AED 350.

Rooted in seasonality, sustainability and open-fire cooking, the menu highlights locally sourced and foraged ingredients, with signature dishes such as grapefruit-cured sashimi and smoked springbok. The collaboration reflects Salsify’s philosophy of thoughtful cooking and environmental responsibility, set against the relaxed coastal atmosphere of Sand & Koal.

Talea by Antonio Guida x Uliassi, Senigallia

Taking place on 4 February 2026, Talea by Antonio Guida hosts a landmark collaboration with three-Michelin-star chef Mauro Uliassi, beginning at 7pm. The one-night-only experience features a signature menu priced at AED 750 per person, with an optional beverage pairing at AED 350.

Inspired by Italy’s Adriatic Riviera, Uliassi’s cuisine celebrates local fish and seafood alongside traditional Marche meat dishes, reimagined with inventive twists. Known for warm hospitality and a sustainable approach, the collaboration offers a rare opportunity to experience one of Italy’s most revered culinary voices in Abu Dhabi, paired with Talea’s refined setting and Italian sensibility.

Lebanese Terrace x Le Golfe, Tunis

The series concludes on 5 February 2026, with Lebanese Terrace hosting Chefs Fulvio Pischedda and Majdi Rouissi of Le Golfe, Tunis, from 7pm onwards. The relaxed yet elegant collaboration is priced at AED 450 per person, with an optional beverage pairing at AED 250.

Showcasing the best of Mediterranean cuisine, the menu highlights ingredient-led dishes such as octopus carpaccio, grilled sardines and cuttlefish with candied lemon and capers. Designed for long, convivial evenings, the experience pairs coastal flavours with Tunisian wines and signature beverages, celebrating shared culinary heritage in the Palace’s open-air terrace setting.

With Middle East & North Africa’s 50 Best Restaurants 2026 arriving in Abu Dhabi this February, Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental reinforces its position as a leading destination for world-class dining and international culinary exchange.

Each collaboration forms part of the official 50 Best Signature Sessions dining programme, offering guests rare access to globally celebrated chefs and bespoke menus available exclusively in the capital. For further details on Signature Sessions, please visit the website here.

For more information or reservations, please call +971 2 690 7999 or email moauh-restaurants@mohg.com