For one night only
Dubai’s MICHELIN-starred dining scene is getting a special addition this November as Moonrise and Birch join forces for an exclusive culinary collaboration.
Chefs Solemann Haddad and Arslan Berdiev will come together at Birch in DIFC on Sunday, 15 November, to create a 10-course tasting menu celebrating their individual culinary styles and exploring what happens when two different perspectives meet in the kitchen.
Two Chefs, One Menu
Both restaurants feature in the 2026 MICHELIN Guide Dubai, with Birch recently earning its first MICHELIN star and Moonrise retaining its star since 2023.
While their culinary influences differ, the chefs share a passion for storytelling through food. Born and raised in Dubai to a French mother and Syrian father, Chef Solemann Haddad is known for his interpretation of what he calls ‘Dubai Cuisine’, drawing on Middle Eastern flavours, childhood memories and the city’s multicultural identity.
Chef Arslan Berdiev, meanwhile, brings influences from his Turkmen heritage and Central Asian roots, combining them with techniques and experiences gathered from international kitchens.
Rather than simply serving dishes from their respective restaurants, the chefs have developed new creations together exclusively for the occasion.
What’s On The Menu?
The 10-course experience will feature a mix of collaborative creations, signature dishes and new additions from both kitchens.
Guests can expect land- and sea-inspired amuse-bouches, cold starters and familiar favourites, including Moonrise’s signature grilled cheese and Birch’s beetroot course.
The menu will also feature jointly developed bread, pasta and dessert courses. One highlight is a ravioli creation developed by the chefs, while the evening will conclude with Convergence, a collaborative dessert bringing both culinary perspectives together.
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