Pro Chef of the Year finalists

Here are the chefs who have made it to the final round:

  •   Alejandro Maestro, Head Chef at TATEL
  •   Lorenzo Buccarini, Executive Chef at Zenon
  •   Mario Martínez, Head Chef at Leña Dubai
  •   Guoyu Chen, Head Chef at Demon Duck by Alvin Leung
  •   Sufyan Alkebata, Head Chef at Ninive Beach
  •   Mohammad Zeeshan, Executive Chef at Trèsind Dubai

These talented chefs will face a demanding three-hour challenge at the International Centre for Culinary Arts (ICCA) in Dubai, during which they must craft three exceptional courses using mystery ingredients. Their culinary creations will be judged by a discerning panel of industry experts in a blind-tasting session following the cooking showdown.
We wish the best of luck to all our finalists as they prepare for this exciting competition, sponsored by Spinneys!

our partners

  • Hosted By
    The Pro Chef ME
  • Organised By
    CPI Media Group
  • Mystery Box Sponsor
    Spinneys
  • Strategic Partner
    ICCA
  • Prize Sponsor
    • Official Media Partner
      BBC Good Food ME