The world’s most decorated chefs gather in Dubai to redefine the future of food.
- Michelin legend Alain Ducasse leads a lineup of eighty five hundred suppliers.
- Sustainability takes center stage with multiple Green Star recipients attending.
- Dubai homegrown heroes represent local excellence on the world stage.
- India features as Country Partner highlighting regional sustainable leadership.
Dubai is currently preparing for a monumental reset of the global food economy. From 26 to 30 January 2026, Gulfood returns for its 31st edition, doubling in scale to occupy two mega venues: the Dubai World Trade Centre and the Dubai Exhibition Centre at Expo City. This year, the event moves beyond trade to become a high-energy summit where the masters who define global dining gather to share their vision for a more resilient and sustainable future.
Modern gastronomy is shifting toward a “clean beauty” philosophy on the plate, where the integrity of the ingredient is the ultimate luxury. This year’s lineup reflects a massive move toward “eco-friendly” and sustainable practices. The presence of multiple Michelin Green Star recipients underscores a global commitment to bold innovation that respects the earth while delivering elite refinement. With the debut of new sectors like Gulfood Fresh and Gulfood Logistics, the event now tackles the entire value chain from farm to fork.
The Global Icons
The international roster brings centuries of combined experience and dozens of Michelin stars to the Dubai stage:
- Alain Ducasse: The most awarded Michelin-starred chef with 21 stars and owner of Ducasse Paris.
- Alain Passard: The visionary Chef and Owner of L’Arpège in Paris with 3 Michelin Stars.
- Christian Le Squer: The Executive Chef of Le Cinq, Paris, holding 3 Michelin Stars.
- Romain Meder: Chef and Co-Founder of Prévelle, Paris, with 3 Michelin Stars and a Green Star.
- Angel Leon: Chef and Owner of Aponiente, Spain, holding 3 Michelin Stars and a Green Star.
- Ana Ros: Chef and Owner of Hiša Franko, Slovenia, with 3 Michelin Stars and a Green Star.
- Deepankar Khosla: Chef and Co-Owner of Haoma, Thailand, holding a Michelin Star and a Green Star.
- Fredrik Berselius: Chef and Owner of Aska, Brooklyn, with 2 Michelin Stars.
Homegrown Excellence and Innovators
Dubai’s own culinary landscape is well represented by chefs who have turned the city into a permanent fixture in the elite dining world:
- Vladimir Mukhin: Chef and Owner of Krasota Dubai, known for avant-garde Russian cuisine.
- Daniel Birk: Executive Chef at ROW ON 45, Dubai, holding 2 Michelin Stars.
- Mohamad Orfali: Chef and Owner of Orfali Bros, Dubai, with a Michelin Star.
- Solemann Haddad: Chef and Owner of Moonrise, Dubai, Michelin Star and Young Chef Award winner.
- Giovanni Papi: Specialty Head Chef at Armani Ristorante, holding a Michelin Star.
- Ali Shiddique Samsi: Head Chef at LOWE, Dubai, and a Michelin Green Star recipient.
- Kelvin Cheung: Chef Partner at Jun’s Dubai and a dedicated sustainability advocate.
- Zizi Hattab: Renowned innovator and leader in Middle Eastern cuisine.
This reflects a commitment to nurturing future talent through the YouthX Young Chef Challenge, featuring finalists from global luxury hotels who are judged on sustainability and waste reduction. Regional pride is also at an all-time high with India serving as the official Country Partner, spotlighting sustainable regional leadership and agricultural exports. Whether it is plant-based innovation or multi-star precision, the diversity on display is a masterclass in how different cultures can find a shared seat at the table.
Step into the heat of the kitchen and witness the future of flavor unfold. Join the movement of culinary excellence and experience the world’s best under one roof. Learn more and view the full demonstration schedule at the official Gulfood 2026 website!
