Dubai is this incredible city built on sand, which is a feat in itself. a city which has proven everything possible, from insanely luxurious hotels, structures which defy physics and man made islands just because they can! so now, why not the world’s top restaurant and culinary scene, too? i think it is well on its way.
The explosion of hotels and tourists to dubai has now brought more than just some young chefs looking to make a name… this scene is now including restaurants bearing the names of some “greats” like Gordon Ramsay, Pierre Gagnaire, Santi Santimaria, and soon even Guy Savoy with many others to follow, i’m sure. attracting young talent to this market is no longer an issue. it’s not really hard to see why this scene is developing more and more. the current culinary capitals of the world like new york city, paris, tokyo, etc. are extremely expensive and very risky to open a new concept, even with an established name. dubai seems to be giving these chefs a solid fiscal reason to open their next great place here…
As a professional in the industry, i think the excitement of living/working in yet another great culinary scene in my own personal experience is grand. i wake up every morning only to hope for more news of another michelin starred chef to make their way to the dessert. the only downside i believe is the opportunity shrinks a bit for those new, fresh, and creative chefs trying to make waves for themselves. eh, but with the right work ethics and determination coupled, of course, with a bit of skill and raw talent, they should be just fine, right? i am sure we will shortly be witness to the answer.
For now, may i just say, “thank you and bravo, dubai.” there’s not enough traffic, dust, or stinky cabs in the world to keep me from being part and playing first hand in the growth of this, now infant, culinary giant of the future.
CT
A Pulitzer for sure! Great Job!
Thanks for sending me the link.
Love always, Mom
You can do anything you put your mind to!!