Hilton Brings a World of BBQ Flavours to the UAE with Fire & Feast Showdown
Six internationally recognized chefs, including UAE-based pitmaster Hattem Mattar, take centre stage at a beachfront BBQ competition
Plus exclusive dining experiences across Dubai and Abu Dhabi, and a pop up by homegrown favourite Tacos Los Hermanos
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As the UAE welcomes the return of cooler days and evenings outdoors, Hilton is turning up the heat with a new line up of culinary experiences for residents and visitors to enjoy this November. From live-fire cooking with chefs from around the world to exclusive dining experiences and a homegrown Mexican concept takeover, there’s plenty for food lovers to look forward to this season.
Whether planning an evening with friends, discovering new flavours, or making the most of the UAE’s outdoor season, here’s what’s coming up with Hilton.
Fire & Feast BBQ Showdown
Hilton is bringing together six internationally recognized pitmasters for an evening of world-class BBQ and live fire cooking as part of a beachfront showdown. The lineup includes UAE-based pitmaster Hattem Mattar, acclaimed South African chef Bertus Basson, whose restaurant Ongetem is located at Canopy by Hilton Cape Town Longkloof, Australian BBQ specialist Mike Partick of Fancy Hank’s, UK-based live-fire cooking personality Christian Stevenson, known as DJ BBQ, Spanish chef Jokin Mariezkurrena, and Josue Mendoza of Dubai’s homegrown Mexican concept Tacos Los Hermanos.
Guests can get close to the live-fire cooking, experience all dishes, and vote for their favourites as the chefs showcase their signature techniques. From Middle Eastern smokehouse and South African braai to Australian BBQ, Spanish fire-cooking, and Mexican flavours, expect plenty of smoke, flavour, and culinary creativity throughout the evening.
Live music from rock band Ark Angels, roaming entertainment, and interactive experiences, will add to the atmosphere, all set against the backdrop of JBR’s beachfront, with an after-party continuing the celebrations until 11pm.
When: Saturday, 7 November, 5pm to 9pm; after-party until 11pm
Where: Wavebreaker, Hilton Dubai Jumeirah, JBR
Reservations: AED 395 with house drinks, AED 295 with soft drinks, AED 150 for kids. Booking link here.
Exclusive Guest Chef Experiences Across Dubai and Abu Dhabi
Ahead of the BBQ Showdown, on November 3 and 4, Hilton will host exclusive guest chef experiences across Dubai and Abu Dhabi, offering diners a chance to enjoy the culinary styles of participating chefs in a more intimate restaurant setting.
In Dubai, Bertus Basson will be at Bull & Bear, Waldorf Astoria Dubai International Financial Centre while in Abu Dhabi, Jokin Alorrenea will be at José by Pizarro, Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers.
Tacos Los Hermanos Brings Mexican Street Food to Wavebreaker
Dubai’s homegrown Mexican favourite Tacos Los Hermanos is heading to Wavebreaker at Hilton Dubai Jumeirah for a six-week pop-up on the beach.
Founded by brothers Isaac and Josue, originally from Guadalajara, Mexico, the concept will bring its signature tacos, refreshing beverages and live entertainment to JBR every Saturday and Sunday from 31 October until 29 November.
The collaboration also marks the start of a new annual initiative at Wavebreaker, which will spotlight a different homegrown culinary concept each year, celebrating the diversity and creativity of the UAE’s dining scene.
