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The world's 50 best restaurants list has been revealed in a dashing ceremony in Turin, Italy, and it brings delightful news for all the food connoisseurs and gourmands in Dubai. 2 of the city's favourite dining spots, Trèsind Studio and Orfali Bros, have earned their spot on the list, with one of them being given the title of Best Restaurant in the Middle East!
With returning giants, new players, and globally renowned restaurants, it was a fierce battle and a highly anticipated event for the industry and food lovers all across the world. Dubai has asserted its rising culinary field once again, earning its place among the world's elite culinary destinations as two of its restaurants earned spots on the World's 50 Best Restaurants list.
Trèsind Studio landed at spot 27, and although down from its position last year at 13, it also earned the title of Best Restaurant in the Middle East!
A fusion-Indian restaurant with humble beginnings in a backroom of its sister restaurant, Trèsind, Chef Himanshu Saini has steered Trèsind Studio to its current position as one of the world’s most renowned Indian restaurants in less than a decade. Considered one of the best Indian fine-dining restaurants in Dubai and the birthplace of “innovative Indian cuisine.” Saini and his team take on a unique approach to India’s cuisine and guide diners through a nuanced yet approachable exploration of 17 dishes that tell the story of the country’s rich and diverse cultural, agricultural, and religious heritage. Served in four acts divided by geography and gastronomy, the menu varies from humble pani puri to the ceremonial Sadhya and a Studio version of a comforting curry.
Chef Himanshu Saini has had Trèsind Studio on a fast-track road to success with incredible achievements in the past 4 years.
Trèsind Studio shot to the headlines in 2022 when it made it onto both the debut MENA's 50 Best list at a resounding 4th place and the Middle East's first Michelin Guide, earning one star, before another in 2023 and a third this year. The road ahead seems bright for this homegrown venture, and we wish it the best of luck and many happy years to come!
Tandoor Lamb Chops, Rosemary Jus with Roast Potatoes
Orfali Bros found themselves climbing the list significantly this year, going from 64 to spot 37!
A family-run eatery by Syrian brothers Omar, Mohamad, and Wassim, Orfali Bros is a creative and globally influenced Mediterranean spot. With 1 Michelin star and countless other recognitions, this is the latest badge of honour in their collection. Considered as the region’s most emblematic restaurant, the restaurant has a charming personality with a feel of home away from home, carefully crafted by the friendly and unpretentious charm of the 3 brothers.
Head Chef Mohamad Orfali incorporates ingredients, techniques, traditions, and influences from across the world into his own take on Arabic cuisine. Meanwhile, the two younger brothers, Wassim and Omar, stand one story above in a world of pastries. Both are classic pâtissiers in the French mould, but with contrasting approaches, leading to a stellar selection of pastries, buns, éclairs and desserts that pepper the menu.
Miso Tahini Salmon
Some of the highlights that came with this year's reveal include incredible honour for Peru, as two restaurants in its capital landed in the top 10, including the coveted number one spot going to Lima, Maido! Meanwhile, Asador Etxebarri, an upscale Basque dining room from Spain serving flame-grilled meat & seafood, held onto its place at No. 2. This year, the world saw 10 new amazing entried join the list for the first time, undoubtedly an exhilarating achievement for the restaurants. On that note...
It's time to get into the full list of this year's World's 50 Best Restaurants.
1. Maido, Lima, Peru
2. Asador Etxebarri, Atxondo, Spain
3. Quintonil, Mexico City
4. Diverxo, Madrid, Spain
5. Alchemist, Copenhagen, Denmark
6. Gaggan, Bangkok, Thailand
7. Sézanne, Tokyo, Japan
8. Table by Bruno Verjus, Paris, France
9. Kjolle, Lima, Peru
10. Don Julio, Buenos Aires, Argentina
11. Wing, Hong Kong
12. Atomix, New York City, U.S.
13. Potong, Bangkok, Thailand (new entry)
14. Pléntitude, Paris, France
15. Ikoyi, London, UK
16. Lido 84, Gardone Riviera, Italy
17. Sorn, Bangkok, Thailand
18. Reale, Castel di Sangro, Italy
19. The Chairman, Hong Kong
20. Atelier Moessmer Norbert Niederkofler, Brunco, Italy (new entry)
21. Narisawa, Tokyo, Japan
22. Sühring, Bangkok, Thailand
23. Boragó, Santiago, Chile
24. Elkano, Gipuzkoa, Spain
25. Odette, Singapore
26. Mérito, Lima, Peru (new entry)
27. Trèsind Studio, Dubai, UAE
28. Lasai, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (new entry)
29. Mingles, Seoul, South Korean
30. Le Du, Bangkok, Thailand
31. Le Calandre, Rubano, Italy
32. Piazza Duomo, Alba, Italy
33. Steirereck, Vienna, Austria
34. Enigma, Barcelona, Spain (new entry)
35. Nusara, Bangkok, Thailand (new entry)
36. Florilège, Tokyo, Japan
37. Orfali Bros, Dubai, UAE
38. Frantzén, Stockholm, Sweden
39. Mayta, Lima, Peru
40. Septime, Paris, France
41. Kadeau, Copenhagen, Denmark (new entry)
42. Belcanto, Lisbon, Portugal
43. Uliassi, Senigallia, Italy
44. La Cime, Osaka, Japan
45. Arpège, Paris, France
46. Rosetta, Mexico City, Mexico
47. Vyn, Simrishamng, Sweden (new entry)
48. Celele, Cartagena, Colombia (new entry)
49. Kol, London, UK
50. Restaurant Jan, Munich, Germany (new entry)
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