Our Festival Partners
Taste of Abu Dhabi offers a high quality and premium culinary offering for our passionate, food-loving audience, brought to you by our festival partners:
Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi
Destination Partner
The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) drives the sustainable growth of Abu Dhabi’s culture and tourism sectors and its creative industries, fuelling economic progress and helping to achieve Abu Dhabi’s wider global ambitions.
By working in partnership with the organisations that define the emirate’s position as a leading international destination, DCT Abu Dhabi strives to unite the ecosystem around a shared vision of the emirate’s potential, coordinate effort and investment, deliver innovative solutions, and use the best tools, policies, and systems to support the culture and tourism.
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Yas Island
Destination Partner
Located on the golden shores of Abu Dhabi—just 20 minutes from downtown Abu Dhabi and 50 minutes from Dubai—Yas Island offers holidaymakers a diverse mix of leisure and entertainment experiences.
From award-winning theme parks such as Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, Yas Waterworld, and Warner Bros. World™ Abu Dhabi to incredible attractions such as the record-breaking CLYMB™ Abu Dhabi and the thrilling Yas Marina Circuit (home to the FORMULA 1 ETIHAD AIRWAYS ABU DHABI GRAND PRIX™), visitors are bound to discover a world of entertainment options all within the 25 sq. km island.
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BMW Abu Dhabi
Headline Partner
Abu Dhabi Motors is the exclusive importer of BMW, MINI, BMW ALPINA, BMW Motorrad and the sole dealer of Rolls-Royce Motors Cars in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain. Since its founding in 1985, Abu Dhabi Motors has grown to become the most successful BMW Group importer in the Middle East, boasting the world’s largest BMW and Rolls-Royce showrooms. Abu Dhabi Motors has earned a reputation as one of the top-selling BMW Group importers in the region and has received the prestigious ‘Global Excellence in Sales’ Award for its leadership in the luxury car market.
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Keeta
Delivery Partner
Keeta is the food-delivery platform powered by Meituan, one of the world’s leading technology-driven retail companies. Since launching in the UAE in September 2025, Keeta has expanded across all seven emirates, connecting customers with a diverse selection of local favourites, hidden gems, and popular restaurant brands.
Combining smart technology, reliable delivery, and great-value offers, Keeta makes discovering and enjoying delicious food simple, convenient, and rewarding. Whether you’re craving a late-night shawarma, a feel-good classic, or something new, your next meal is a few taps away.
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Masafi
Water Partner
Established in 1977, Masafi has built a legacy of excellence and remains a market leader for over three decades, delivering world-class products known for their pure, natural freshness. As a trusted and innovative brand, Masafi offers a diverse portfolio that includes premium drinking water, high-quality tissues and hygiene essentials—carefully designed to meet the evolving needs of consumers.
Committed to sustainability and environmental responsibility, Masafi continuously strives to make a positive impact by going the extra mile for a healthier planet and stronger communities. Masafi is your ultimate source of wellness—bringing you the purest hydration, freshest beverages, and everyday essentials to enhance your lifestyle. We are dedicated to improving everyday life with quality, care, and trust.
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Drink Dry
Beverage Partner
Not just another beverage brand.
Drink Dry is shaping the non-alcoholic category. By keeping pace with the latest trends and curating only the best products, they make 0.0% exciting, not compromising. Whether you’re a curious first-timer or a discerning connoisseur, they’re here to inspire, connect, and redefine how non-alcoholic drinks are enjoyed.
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The WB™ Abu Dhabi
Hotel Partner
Step into a world of imagination and adventure at The WB™ Abu Dhabi, Curio Collection by Hilton — the world’s first Warner Bros. themed hotel, located on Yas Island. Bringing together iconic storytelling, exceptional hospitality, and unforgettable experiences, the hotel offers guests a one-of-a-kind stay just moments away from Warner Bros. World™ Abu Dhabi.
From themed rooms and suites inspired by beloved Warner Bros. characters to immersive experiences, world-class dining, a kids’ club, pools, spa, and entertainment for all ages, The WB™ Abu Dhabi is the perfect destination for families, friends, and fans looking to extend their Yas Island adventure.
With daily access to Yas Island theme parks included with every stay, guests can enjoy even more excitement beyond the festival, making The WB™ Abu Dhabi the ideal base for a memorable getaway.
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MINI Abu Dhabi
Automotive Partner
Founded in 1985, Abu Dhabi Motors is the exclusive importer of MINI in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain. Known for its iconic design and distinctive go-kart driving experience, MINI has brought joy to drivers since it first appeared 67 years ago. The story began in Great Britain in 1959 with the Classic MINI a timeless model that continues to capture hearts and turn heads on the road today and has evolved to include an all-electric MINI Family, John Cooper Works edition models and more.
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Dubai 92
Radio Partner
THE UAE’S FEEL GREAT RADIO STATION
Dubai 92 is the longest running English language station in the UAE. Proud of our heritage and in tune with OUR multicultural audience, Dubai 92 is the only family-focused radio station in the UAE. We embrace the change, growth, and lifestyle of Dubai and the UAE and play the soundtrack to your family’s life in the World’s Best City.
Dubai 92 is live and local, and we engage with our listeners on-air, online, and across the UAE. Our presenters are more like friends and our listeners are the true stars.
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The Bottle Store
Beverage Partner
Founded by a team of global industry experts with a drive for something new, The Bottle Store was established to redefine the liquor purchasing experience in Abu Dhabi.
The Bottle Store is focused on delivering a premium shopping experience with every day low pricing driving value for money across the Abu Dhabi market.
The Bottle Store launched UAE’s first instant beverage delivery app. Say goodbye to traffic, vague delivery times, and enjoy your favourite drinks delivered to your doorstep in 90 mins or less.
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Time Out Abu Dhabi
Media Partner
The leading guide to all things to do in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and many other cities in the region and around the globe, Time Out is a leading global media and entertainment business that inspires and enables people to make the most of a city. Operating in 108 cities across 39 countries, it has a global monthly audience reach of 242 million across all platforms.
Time Out Abu Dhabi tells you all you need to know about food, attractions, art, culture, shopping, and nightlife in the city!
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Gulf News
News Partner
Gulf News, the leading English language newspaper of the Gulf, is published by Al Nisr Publishing LLC, a multimedia organisation with activities spanning print media, including newspapers, digital media, contract publishing, commercial printing, niche publications, direct marketing and distribution, content marketing, events, and podcasts.
Its dynamic journalism, interface with its readers, and subscriber benefits ensure timely and relevant news and content. With the largest pan-Emirates print media distribution network, Gulf News reaches a wide and diverse readership.
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International Centre for Culinary Arts (ICCA)
Partner
Recognised as a leading TVET school in culinary arts, the International Centre for Culinary Arts, Dubai and Abu Dhabi, deliver award-winning learning experiences to aspiring chefs, artisans, and entrepreneurs from the world over.
Established in 2005, ICCA has been featured amongst the “Top 10 Culinary Institutes in the World”, recognised as the Best Culinary Institute in the Middle East, and awarded the “Recognition of Quality Culinary Education” by the World Association of Chefs Societies (WorldChefs), a global authority on food standards.
The centre has won several awards, including the prestigious “City & Guilds, London Lion Awards (Known as the Oscars of Skills)”, “International Centre of the Year Award 2016” and “The International Centre for Excellence Award (Middle East)-2016”, “ProChef ME Cooking School of the Year 2016”, and the “Broadcast Pro Best Digital Initiative of the Year 2016”, amongst several others for its application-focused and outcome-driven, innovative initiatives, quality training, and continued excellence.
ICCA Dubai Graduates do it all in the food world: they are successful Chefs, Restaurant Owners, Hospitality Managers, Entrepreneurs, Food Stylists, Food Writers, and more.
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Foodverse
Partner
Unleashing the potential of the People and Industry in Food. The world’s first AI-enabled App connecting, enabling, and empowering chefs, enthusiasts, and the food industry.
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Road Transit
Transport Partner
Road Transit delivers reliable mobility solutions designed to keep cities, events, and large-scale gatherings moving seamlessly. With expertise in traffic management, transport planning, wayfinding, parking operations, and on-ground coordination, Road Transit combines strategic planning with real-time execution to create safe, efficient, and stress-free movement experiences.
From major events to high-demand urban environments, their experienced teams ensure smooth guest flow, optimized routes, and operational excellence from planning through to execution.
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ne'ma
Food Waste Reduction Partner
ne’ma, the UAE’s National Food Loss and Waste Initiative, is a reflection of our President of the UAE, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s vision and call to action to reduce food loss and waste, encourage social responsibility and promote sustainable practices across the food supply chain, thereby advancing food security.
Our target is clear on cutting food loss and waste by half by the year 2030, affecting behavioral change in how we approach this challenge and collectively striving towards a sustainable future. ne’ma is a collaborative effort with the UAE Ministry of Climate Change and Environment, the Emirates Foundation and many other stakeholders across the nation to build a network of trusted food loss and waste champions in the UAE.