Dubai foodies’ favourite event is back…

Dubai Food Festival takes over the Emirate once again for 17 days to bring us a plethora of fun, foodie activities.

The festival’s flagship event, Beach Canteen, has returned with a brand new look and design to Sunset Beach. Found behind Sunset Mall, this time around it’s filled with new food concepts, entertainment and a dedicated family area.

The free-to-attend event makes for a great family day out, with pop-up food stalls from around the world, a dedicated kids’ zone, cooking workshops and live cooking sessions at the beachside theatre.

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The cooking court has both regional and local chefs hosting cooking demos as well as interactive sessions for everyone to take part in.

But it’s not just about the food, there’s a full schedule of workshops, cook-offs, live performances, movie nights, competitions and more.

There will of course also be a huge selection of dining outlets, food trucks, new concepts and culinary experiences. Whether you want to test out specialty coffee, indulge in a juicy burger, experiment with a new method of cooking or just bag yourself the most Instagrammable lunch shot of 2019; Beach Canteen will be the place to find it.

Kids of all ages will enjoy the selection of activities on offer, with a dedicated play park, sports court, gaming zone, carousel rides and family-friendly outdoor movie screenings. If you have what it takes to be Dubai’s best gamer, head down to the gaming truck and put your skills to the test at one of the scheduled competitions.

If you’re looking for a fun and free way to spend your weekend, be sure to check out this space.

Beach Canteen, Sunset Beach behind Sunset Mall, noon to 10pm Sunday to Wednesday, 10am to midnight Thursday & Friday, and 10am to 11pm on Saturdays, daily until March 9th, entrances is free. dubaifoodfestival.com

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