Summer’s here, and with it, travel plans are in full swing. If you’re heading from Saudi Arabia to the UAE, especially Abu Dhabi, there’s a little extra reason to get excited. One of the city’s favorite dining spots, Soraya Abu Dhabi, is kicking off its first anniversary with a week of great food, cool collabs, and plenty of reasons to drop by.
Get ready for a week of good food, great coffee, and multiple surprises, because Soraya Abu Dhabi is marking its first anniversary with a special celebration from 15–22 July 2025. Known for its modern take on Persian-inspired dishes, Soraya Abu Dhabi has quickly become a favorite on the Yas Mall dining scene. And now, they’re turning one with a lineup that’s all about fresh flavors, creative collaborations, and bringing people together.
A Week of Highlights at Soraya Abu Dhabi
After a year of sharing amazing dishes and warm hospitality, Soraya Abu Dhabi is hosting a full week of activities that reflect everything they stand for, community, creativity, and food that makes you want to come back for more. The celebration includes the launch of brand-new menu items, a fun coffee pop-up with homegrown favorite KZNZ, and two exciting chef takeovers that will add new flavors and ideas to the kitchen.
There’s even limited-edition merch and a few perks for guests throughout the week, a small thank-you from Soraya Abu Dhabi for the support over the past year.
Sip and Connect with KZNZ
For seven days only, the coffee station at Soraya Abu Dhabi is getting a makeover. The team at KZNZ, a local name known for quality coffee and creative brews, is popping up with a special drinks menu.
From iced hibiscus for the afternoon to Spanish lattes and matcha in the mornings, KZNZ is bringing its signature touch to Soraya Abu Dhabi. It’s all about simple, great coffee that brings people together. As co-founder Ali AlKhoori put it, the collaboration with Soraya Abu Dhabi brings the two communities together, over something simple and good.
Expect espresso favorites, a variety of lattes, and UAE-inspired drinks, all served with the charm KZNZ is known for.
New Dishes You’ll Want to Try
The kitchen at Soraya Abu Dhabi has been busy coming up with fresh ideas, and the anniversary week is the perfect time to share them. The new dishes mix comfort with creativity, bringing together Persian tradition with a playful twist.
On the special birthday menu, you’ll find:
- Abdough Khiar — a cool yogurt soup with cucumber, walnuts, and a frozen melon touch.
- Nan-e Za’atar and Nan-e Goost — two fresh flatbreads, one rich with herbs and sesame, the other topped with spiced lamb.
- Persian Keema Pav — minced chicken with warm spices, tucked into soft rolls brushed with saffron butter.
- Crispy fried okra with house masala and red shatta yogurt.
- A bright watermelon salad with orange blossom, feta, olives, and sweet dates.
- And, of course, Tahdig — the signature crispy rice topped with pickled barbaries and fried onion.
These dishes highlight what Soraya Abu Dhabi does best: bringing new life to classic flavors with simple, seasonal ingredients.
Meet the Chefs Taking Over Soraya Abu Dhabi
As part of the celebrations, two guest chef events will add something extra to the week.
First, Chef Khaled from Burnt Butter is back after a sold-out dinner earlier this year. Known for his soulful Emirati dishes, he’s bringing his fire-cooked flavors and creative take on tradition back to Soraya Abu Dhabi for one special night.
Then, the UAE Twin Chefs, Abdulrahman and Maitha, will take over the kitchen. As the youngest certified chefs in the country and founders of Savor and Napoli, their bold, cross-cultural menus are sure to bring a fun energy to Soraya Abu Dhabi. With a mix of Italian and Emirati cooking, expect a menu full of the unexpected.
Join the Celebration at Soraya Abu Dhabi
Whether you’re popping in for a coffee, trying the new dishes, or stopping by for a chef takeover, Soraya Abu Dhabi promises a lively, welcoming atmosphere all week long. It’s a celebration of flavors, community, and creativity, everything that’s made Soraya Abu Dhabi a place people love to visit.
Mark your calendar for 15–22 July 2025 and be part of the first birthday celebrations at Soraya Abu Dhabi, because good food always tastes better when shared.
Visiting Saudi Arabia
If you’re planning to visit Saudi this summer, then you need to check out the Jeddah Season that is in full force starting this week, and you can read more about it here.
