Family Iftar
He prepares an intimate Iftar at home for the family, with his professional team managing the on-site service, timed meticulously to the exact moment of breaking the fast.
The holy month of Ramadan
Exquisite Iftar and Suhoor experiences, prepared at home
Through the holy month, your private chef in Dubai cooks the light cuisine of the South of France for your Iftar or majlis, at home across Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
The gastronomy
The gastronomy of Provence, prepared to order
Experience Provence on the plate, meticulously prepared to order, featuring sun-ripened vegetables, premium olive oils, aromatic herbs, and exceptional seasonal ingredients handled with absolute technical finesse. Chef Savin coordinates the preparation of each course precisely around your preferred dining hour.
Discover our sample concepts below, noting that the final menu is entirely bespoke, tailored to your taste and your table.
- Chef’s daily canapés
- Bluefin tuna tartare, nori and sesame crisp, Imperial Osetra caviar and herb cress
- Large lobster ravioli, fresh herb jus and lemongrass bisque
- Seared red mullet fillet, citrus vierge sauce, spinach and young carrots
- Lemon and lime tart, crisp sablé base and soft Italian meringue
Highlights from recent menus
Plates, produce and table moments
Ramadan services
Sacred gatherings, from Iftar to Suhoor and Eid
Grand majlis gatherings
He orchestrates larger-scale Iftar evenings and sophisticated majlis receptions, accommodating everything from a beautifully appointed full table to several hundred guests, with a culinary brigade and service team scaled perfectly to the gathering.
Suhoor and Eid celebrations
His professional team meticulously coordinates a late Suhoor table, and he prepares the celebratory Eid family feast that concludes the holy month, all held to the identical exceptional standard.
Traditions of the holy month
Impeccable culinary execution, complete presence with your guests
Iftar is a cherished gathering just as much as it is a culinary experience. The chef and his expert brigade prepare the complete menu within your home, timed flawlessly to the precise moment the fast is broken and the peaceful evening that follows. The maître d’hôtel and his professional front-of-house team manage the service from inception to conclusion, allowing the host to remain completely present at the table with family and esteemed guests.
Service begins traditionally with dates, followed by an exquisite meal from the South of France, beautifully Mediterranean in spirit and intentionally gentle after a day of fasting. The maître d’hôtel and his team manage every single detail, fully providing and dressing the table with premium tableware, glassware, elegant linens and bespoke floral arrangements, with additional front-of-house staff scaled seamlessly as your guest numbers increase. All vegetarian, gluten-free and alternative dietary requirements are thoughtfully integrated into the custom menu design from the very first consultation.
Two guides from the journal explore these evenings in detail: a private iftar at home and Eid celebrations at home.
4.9 / 5 across 35 Google reviews
“Chef Savin was fantastic, his cooking incredible, and he created a truly memorable experience for our family event. I highly recommend François for any special occasion.”
Book your Ramadan gathering
Share the vision for your holy month event
Kindly provide your preferred dates, estimated guest count and your unique hosting traditions. Chef Savin personally reviews every enquiry, responding directly with a bespoke menu concept tailored to your table, alongside a comprehensive, all-inclusive quotation.
Thank you for your enquiry
Chef François Savin will get back to you personally and promptly.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Do you accommodate extensive family gatherings and large-scale majlis Iftars?
Absolutely. He orchestrates culinary experiences for both intimate family Iftars and extensive majlis functions, assembling a dedicated brigade and service team proportioned flawlessly to your precise guest count.
Do you additionally accommodate Suhoor and Eid celebrations?
Indeed. A late Suhoor dining table and the celebratory Eid family feast are masterfully prepared to the identical exceptional standard as our primary Iftar service.
How far in advance should we secure our dates?
The holy months of Ramadan and Eid are exceptionally high-demand periods and availability fills up rapidly. We strongly advise reaching out at your earliest convenience so the chef may exclusively reserve your preferred dates.