A Michelin Journey Through the Sultanate of Oman: Al Baleed Culinary Festival Returns for its Fifth Edition
Al Baleed Resort Salalah by Anantara proudly announces the fifth edition of the Al Baleed Culinary Festival, a month-long celebration of gastronomy taking place throughout November 2026.
Month-Long Gastronomy Celebration
- Al Baleed Resort Salalah by Anantara will host the fifth Al Baleed Culinary Festival throughout November 2026.
- The festival will feature MICHELIN-recognised chefs, international culinary talent, and Omani chefs from Minor Hotels properties across Oman.
- Supported by Experience Oman, the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism, Dhofar Municipality, and Amouage.
Star-Studded Chef Line-Up
- Chef Osman Sezener of MICHELIN-starred and MICHELIN Green Star-awarded OD Urla, Türkiye.
- Frankie Wong, winner of the MICHELIN Guide Young Chef Award 2025.
- Chef Marco Van Rutten from Anantara Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky Amsterdam's MICHELIN-starred The White Room.
- Omani chefs Ammar Al Harthi, Khalood Abdullah Jamaan Khazana, Mohamed Al Balushi, and Reem Al Rahbi.
- Returning pastry expert Chef Nouel Catis, creator of the viral Dubai Chocolate sensation.
Celebrating Omani Heritage
7 November 2026
- Traditional four-hands Omani dinner by Chef Ammar Al Harthi and Chef Khalood Abdullah Jamaan Khazana at Sakalan.
- Live Omani cultural entertainment.
- Part of the resort's 10th anniversary celebrations.
International Culinary Experiences
East Meets Elegance | 12 November
- Six-hands Asian fusion dinner featuring Frankie Wong, Chef Elvis Lai, and Chef Raveevan Kahawan.
- Showcasing French and Asian culinary influences.
Frankie Wong Solo Dinner | 13 November
- Exclusive menu highlighting the award-winning chef's signature style.
Marco Van Rutten Showcase | 19-20 November
- Four-hands dinner with Executive Chef Massimiliano Ascione on 19 November.
- Solo culinary showcase on 20 November.
Soul of the Aegean | 24 November
- Chef Osman Sezener presents a farm-to-table dining experience inspired by the Aegean region.
- Focus on sustainability, seasonality, and local produce.
Artisan Pastry Experience
25-28 November
- Chef Nouel Catis will present an exclusive artisan Omani pastry stand at Al Mina.
- Contemporary pastry creations inspired by Omani ingredients and flavors.
Omani Cuisine Collaboration
27 November
- Four-hands Omani culinary experience by Chef Mohamed Al Balushi and Chef Reem Al Rahbi.
- Accompanied by traditional Omani entertainment.
Focus on Collaboration
- The festival brings together culinary teams from:
- Al Baleed Resort Salalah by Anantara
- Anantara Al Jabal Al Akhdar Resort
- Tivoli La Vie Muscat
- Aims to promote culinary exchange while showcasing Omani identity and traditions.
Pricing
- Festival dinners priced between OMR 25 and OMR 40 per person (excluding beverages).
- Artisan pastry experience priced at OMR 15 per cake stand.
- Full-board and half-board supplements available for resort guests.
