Joali Being Hosts Culinary Collaboration Featuring Michelin-Recognised Chef

Exclusive Dining And Workshops At Joali Being

Joali Being announced a culinary collaboration with Chef Kelvin Cheung, known for his work in Third Culture cuisine and recognised by the MICHELIN Guide and MENA’s 50 Best Restaurants. The partnership, running from February 18-22, 2026, offers guests a curated culinary experience centred on renewal and shared dining.

Chef Kelvin Cheung, born in Canada, raised in Chicago, and currently based in Dubai, brings together influences from his Chinese heritage, North American upbringing, and classical French training. His cooking reflects a personal approach focused on balance, harmony, and thoughtful composition, aligning with the themes of the Lunar New Year and Joali Being’s philosophy of conscious and mindful experiences.

The collaboration is expressed through a curated programme of dining and culinary moments across Joali Being’s signature spaces. From shared dining experiences that celebrate cultural storytelling and togetherness, to immersive workshops at the Culinary Learning Centre, guests are invited to experience food not only as nourishment, but as a meaningful expression of creativity, presence, and joy. 

Programme highlights include a series of exclusive dinners showcasing Chef Kelvin’s signature Third Culture creations. Complementing these experiences, hands-on cooking classes invite guests to explore Chef Kelvin’s culinary perspective through interactive learning, while a dedicated kids-only cooking class encourages young guests to reimagine familiar dishes through playful experimentation. 

The programme begins with festive dining to welcome the new year, followed by a diverse calendar of culinary and cultural experiences, from hot pot gatherings and hands-on masterclasses to tea rituals and celebratory dining moments, unfolding across a two-week period. Designed for families and guests of all ages, the celebrations extend beyond the table to include wellbeing rituals, marine adventures, recreational sports, interactive workshops and sunset gatherings, creating a holistic island-wide celebration rooted in  connection and joy. 

To complement the experience, guests travelling as families or groups may also explore Joali Being’s Residence Escape Offer, designed for extended stays in the island’s three- and four- bedroom residences.