New dining experience in Dubai

It’s no secret that Dubai is one of the culinary capitals of the world. From different cuisines to unique dining experiences; the city offers something for everyone no matter what their preference. Unsurprisingly, the emirate is now home to some of the biggest food YouTubers in the world such as Trevor James, while superstars such as Mark Wiens are regular visitors exploring the culinary delights the city has to offer. But, we digress. For those seeking a food adventure, there is a new dining experience at Sublimotion at Mandarin Oriental Jumeirah, and it’s a pop-up open only until May 4, 2022.

The experience, which is limited to just 12 guests at a time, promises a multi-sensory journey.

The dinner melds technology with high-definition screens, culinary arts and performers, making it a unique experience.

The first Sublimotion, was opened in Ibiza in 2014, and was the creation of Paco Roncero, chef and owner of two-Michelin-starred Paco Roncero Restaurante in Madrid. The “show” as they term it, includes 360-degree screens with imagery projected onto every surface – including the walls and the table – to create an atmosphere that is unlike anything most would have experienced.

Another twist in the plot is that the menu is a closely-guarded secret, which means that the guests can expect a surprise as the food is served with theatrics.

“The truth is that one of our dreams was always to be able to turn the table into a stage. And today, at Sublimotion, the table is a stage where many things happen on it and around it. Quite simply, we have made a change to the way we eat,” says Chef Paco.

The 10-course dinner includes dramatic presentation of each dish, and requires at least 25 people to accomplish the full performance.