A new era begins at Bull & Bear DIFC as acclaimed British chef Marc Hardiman takes the helm to deliver a dining experience like no other as the new Chef Patron. His knack for creativity is sure to make this restaurant rebranding in Dubai one to watch. Get to know the culinary creative behind this new chapter and understand what’s behind his vision right here.


Storied Dining in Dubai Unfolds at Bull & Bear by Marc Hardiman

Renowned for preparing meals for royalty and heading esteemed Michelin-starred restaurants across the UK, Bull & Bear's Chef Patron Marc Hardiman brings his creative expertise to transform the Waldorf Astoria DIFC’s Bull & Bear into a European-inspired restaurant with global influences. Prepare to embark on a new culinary journey on November 15, when the rebranded Bull & Bear by Marc Hardiman is set to captivate diners with tasting menus and dishes that tell stories of Hardiman’s past, culinary innovation, and sustainable ethos. As Hardiman puts it, “My vision is to create a bold, yet nostalgic menu that resonates with my childhood and reflects Dubai’s diversity and heritage.”

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Indulge in new dining experiences in Dubai at Bull & Bear by Marc Hardiman on the 15th of November.

Expect dishes like The Humble Potato, a nod to Hardiman’s modest upbringing, and Chicken Wing Loaded with Black Truffle, an homage to family Sunday roasts; callbacks that elevate favourites to new heights. When Bull & Bear’s new menus break cover on the 15th of November, you’ll have three diverse culinary avenues to go down with the Omnivore (AED495 or 750), Herbivore (AED425 or 650), and the Explore (AED295, 525, 725, or 1,200) menus. Each offering a choice between six or ten-courses as well as three, six, nine, seventeen-courses for a culinary journey like no other.


Sink into this culinary makeover helmed by an incredible Chef Patron at Bull & Bear by Marc Hardiman, where a new dining experience in Dubai takes shape. Email the team to reserve your spot at the new Bull & Bear.


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