The thirteenth annual food and drink festival, Taste of Dubai – due to take place from 12-14 March 2020 at Dubai Media City Amphitheatre, has been postponed due to coronavirus concerns.

Organisers have announced that following precautionary measures being implemented by the UAE government, the event will now be extended by an additional day and take place from 9-12 December 2020.

According to the official statement, organisers said, “This postponement is in the best interest of all participants to ensure we most effectively meet the needs of our clients, and thousands of local and international people of all ages who attend the largest food, music and entertainment event in the city.”

This year’s line-up was due to feature an array of celebrity chefs, including Michelin star chef Vineet Bhatia, Dubai’s much loved culinary duo Nick Alvis and Scott Price, plus Arabic cuisine expert Mohammad Orfali.

Organisers have confirmed that all purchased tickets will be valid during the new Taste of Dubai dates, or refunds can be requested by contacting helpcenter@platinumlist.net or 04 457 3212.

Details: For more information, visit the Taste of Dubai website.