Two Chefs. Four Hands. VaKaVa – Abu Dhabi

Two of the UAE’s best Latin American chefs will step into the kitchen together for an extra special culinary collaboration. The Cuatro Manos (Four Hands) dinner will feature incredible dishes expertly prepared by chefs Richard Sandoval and Eber Villalobos with an evening of amazing food, superb flavours and unforgettable memories guaranteed.

A must-try for foodies and fans of authentic Latin American food, Chef Richard and Chef Eber will showcase dishes from their native Mexico and Peru as well as classic plates over two nights on 28th and 29th September 2021, from 7:00pm to 11:00pm. A special four-course menu including cold and hot starters, mains for sharing plus dessert and a drink will be available for AED 350.

For the Cuatro Manos dinner, each chef will cook using only the highest quality ingredients painstakingly sourced and imported all the way from Latin America to Abu Dhabi. Signature dishes include traditional Smoked Guacamole, made using only Mexican mashed avocado and served with tortilla chips. A classic Peruvian Ceviche of sea bass, leche de tigre, cancha and sweet potato will also be available along with a pulled Lamb Shank served with adobo sauce, mint, aji amarillo and creamed potato.

For desserts, diners can choose between Coffee Tres Leches with coconut ice cream and strawberries, or Crispy Churros with manchego ice cream and abuelita sauce.

On 30th September, the Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers will launch a new a la carte menu at VaKaVa restaurant featuring a stunning selection of mouth-watering dishes inspired by Chef Eber and Chef Richard’s favourite cooking styles and plates from across Latin America.

From 1st October, diners can embark on a fun-filled journey through Latin American food at VaKaVa’s Friday Brunch. Held from 2:00pm to 5:00pm, the restaurant will serve a unique menu of sharing-style dishes and great drinks as part of a vibrant adults-only Friday afternoon.

Plates brought to the table will include traditional lamb and beef perfectly cooked using authentic Latin American techniques as well as a choice of seafood including crispy prawns, seabass and more. Vegetarians can enjoy a tasty selection of fresh vegetables, salads plus a range of mains. After feasting for three hours, guests can unwind with sunset drinks on the venue’s terrace to soak up the stunning views of Abu Dhabi’s corniche and beyond from 5:00pm to 7:00pm.

VaKaVa’s Friday brunch is priced AED 295 for soft beverages and AED 495 for a range of selected beverages.

VaKaVa, Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers, + 971 2 811 5666