Raffles Dubai unveiled its first Raffles wine, food & arts experience

Distinguished guests were personally invited to experience the enchanting world of Raffles and treated to a lavish cocktail reception to mark the official opening of the event. One of the spotlights during the evening was the collection of stunning visuals displayed by Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur (KPM), Berlin, one of the oldest and finest producers of porcelain in Germany.

Hagop Doghramadjian, General Manager, Raffles Dubai, commented:

"We have no doubt Raffles Dubai's Wine, Food & Arts Experience will further enhance Raffles Dubai's standards of culinary excellence. Our chefs are looking forward to the opportunity of working with these renowned Michelin Stars Chefs and will strive to create an inspiring event for our guests."

One of the three participating culinary masters, Chef Atul Kochhar said:

"I have always been excited about the Middle Eastern culture and especially Dubai, due to its ties with India and Britain. I am absolutely thrilled to have the opportunity to be at Raffles Dubai this November and I am truly looking forward to cooking for the food savvy crowd of this great city."

Chef Phil Howard added: "One has to assume that a destination as ambitious in its development as Dubai will see one of its top hotels host a spectacular event and one that I am very much looking forward to participating in. Working alongside world class chefs is always humbling".

Chef Nicolas Le Bec also shared his expectations, adding: "I am thrilled to visit Dubai for the first time as, amongst all the places I have already visited, Dubai remains a foreign territory for me. It is as well a pleasure to be associated with the Raffles brand, synonymous with excellence and to collaborate again with the prestigious vineyard Jaboulet".

Set in the luxuriant Raffles Botanical Garden, the cocktail reception was the perfect backdrop to unfold the details of the upcoming event, while an orchestra playing soft music in the background added to the magical atmosphere.

The three prestigious Michelin Chefs Atul Kochhar, Nicolas Le Bec and Phil Howard, renowned wine makers and a representative of the leading porcelain company KPM were introduced by Raffles Dubai's General Manager Hagop Doghramadjian during the opening speech, while guests nibbled on appetizing canapés, a preview of the Michelin star chefs culinary expertise and enjoyed free-flowing Moet & Chandon new vintage 2000 all evening.