Communal Table

Communal Table Dinner Chef Moza AlMatrooshi

The Communal Table Dinner With Chef Moza AlMatrooshi

May 22, 2025 7:30 PM

May 2025

May 22, 2025

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ABOUT THIS EVENT

Join us for a mountain-to-table communal dinner by artist and chef Moza Almatrooshi, where storytelling, locality, and seasonal ingredients come together in an intimate culinary experience.

Moza Almatrooshi is an artist and chef from the UAE. Shegained an MFA in Fine Arts from UCL - Slade School ofFine Arts in London UK, and a Patisserie Diploma fromICCA in Dubai UAE. Her professional experiences in boththe visual and culinary worlds have enabled her to honein on the importance of locality in food sourcing. As anartist who focuses on food and agriculture, she turned tothe culinary world to bridge those themes as outputsfrom her artistic practice. Whether she is learning howto forage wild honey in the mountains, creating anartwork about the current ecological realities in thelandscape, or making delights through her ‘mountain totable’ culinary concept called Ballad, Moza stays focusedon communicating the stories of the land she is rootedin, the people surrounding her, and the flora and faunathat populate the landscape we all call home.

The Communal Table is Curated by Leen Al Zaben

As a food and travel writer, photographer, and experience designer, Leen Al Zaben has dedicated the last decade to a diverse range of endeavors. From creating food and travel content to developing cookbooks, advising in hospitality, and capturing moments through photography, Leen has cultivated a rich and varied portfolio. Driven by a passion for creating unforgettable experiences, Leen believes in the enduring impact of sensory, personal, and meaningful interactions. Specializing in using food as a medium for storytelling and cultural exchange, Leen endeavors to bring people together around the table and beyond, fostering lasting memories. In her role as the Academy Chair for The World's 50 Best Restaurants and MENA's 50 Best Restaurants, Leen is privileged to collaborate with some of the world's most renowned chefs, hospitality figures, journalists, and culinary advocates. Through this work, she helps showcase the finest culinary experiences globally while honoring the distinctive flavors and customs of diverse cultures.

About

Communal Table

1833 Communal Table Dinner Series, a platform dedicated to celebrating and showcasing the talents of young Middle Eastern chefs. This monthly dining event is not just about food; it's about creating a space where these chefs can shine, where their culinary skills can be appreciated, and where their stories can be shared. Each dinner is an opportunity to experience the unique flavours and innovative dishes that these chefs bring to the table, all while fostering connections and igniting conversations among our members. Each dinner features a Chef from our region and a unique theme for the night, ranging from Jeffersonian-style discussions where a single topic is explored deeply, to nights dedicated to linking creatives with business opportunities, or simply bringing people together to share experiences and ideas.