Food & Beverage Photography in Dubai

Dishes, drinks and the people who make them, photographed for restaurants, hotels and food brands across Dubai and the UAE.

From Massimo Bottura’s Torno Subito and Akira Back to JW Marriott, Lapita and Nestlé, I light each plate the way a cinematographer lights a scene: shaped, directional and true to the colour of the food. Every shoot is planned around your menu, your space and where the images will live, from printed menus and delivery apps to social media and campaigns.

Selected venues Torno Subito by Massimo Bottura · Akira Back · Sobe · W Lounge · JW Marriott Hotel Dubai · Lapita · Nestlé · Caffè Via · Belgian Beer Café

Fresh tagliatelle twirled on a fork above the bowl at Torno Subito, Dubai — Torno Subito by Massimo Bottura

Dark cocktail crowned with blue and pink cotton candy at Sobe rooftop bar — Sobe Sunset & Rooftop Bar

Fresh oysters on seaweed, dark moody overhead food photograph

Glossy sauce being spooned over a glazed beef dish at Torno Subito, Dubai — Torno Subito by Massimo Bottura

Tiered afternoon tea and sparkling wine on a table above the sea

Tuna slices with caviar and maple-leaf garnish at Akira Back, Dubai — Akira Back Dubai

Deep red mulled cocktail with fresh oranges, cinnamon and star anise on a dark bar — W Lounge Dubai

Live lobster with banded claws on a weathered blue surface

Tomahawk beef glowing under heat lamps at a carving station

Pink spritz cocktail with a violet flower garnish against a warm golden wall — Torno Subito by Massimo Bottura

Hand sprinkling herbs over a freshly baked pizza on a white table

Salmon crudo in a pale broth with herb oil at Akira Back, Dubai — Akira Back Dubai

Chef tossing thin Arabic bread dough during a Ramadan shoot at JW Marriott Hotel Dubai — JW Marriott Hotel Dubai

Passion fruit cocktail served in a glass globe with fresh passion fruit — Sobe Sunset & Rooftop Bar

Overhead shot of a leaf salad with parmesan tuile and pomegranate at Torno Subito by Massimo Bottura, Dubai — Torno Subito by Massimo Bottura

Tomahawk steak on slate with sauces and rosemary

Red mug with a gingerbread man on the rim and festive bokeh lights

Pain au chocolat and croissants piled on a glass cake stand — W Lounge Dubai

Colourful iftar spread with dates, mezze and Arabic coffee at Lapita, Dubai — Lapita Dubai Parks and Resorts

Bartender pouring a vial into a purple butterfly pea cocktail at Sobe, Dubai — Sobe Sunset & Rooftop Bar

Red raspberry dessert sphere on a crumb base against a turquoise backdrop — Torno Subito by Massimo Bottura

Espresso pouring from the machine into two white cups — Caffè Via

Spaghetti alle vongole with clams in a cast-iron pan, dark editorial food styling

Sushi chef holding a long knife, dramatic low-key portrait at Akira Back, Dubai — Akira Back Dubai

Yellow cocktail with rosemary sitting in a cloud of smoke on a dark bar — W Lounge Dubai

Macro of star anise pods for a Christmas food story

Close-up of a braised pork bao bun topped with pickled red onion and herbs at Sobe, Dubai — Sobe Sunset & Rooftop Bar

Red mirror-glaze cake with berries and a chocolate curl

Tuna and mango poke bowl on crushed ice with shells — Lapita Dubai Parks and Resorts

Sizzling platter being served at a table, with a blue cocktail behind

Smiling chef holding a whole fresh salmon at the bar at Sobe, Dubai — Sobe Sunset & Rooftop Bar

Chocolate dessert with a hand-drawn chocolate sauce pattern on a white plate — W Lounge Dubai

Grilled red prawns on a white plate at Akira Back, Dubai — Akira Back Dubai

Mixed grill platter with lobster, prawns and lamb on a black board

Hands in a red knit sweater holding hot chocolate topped with marshmallows

Cocoa-dusted cocktail glass on a white bar with a glowing gold backdrop — Torno Subito by Massimo Bottura

Bright yellow eclair styled with cacao pods and chocolate buttons — Lapita Dubai Parks and Resorts

Rows of nigiri and maki sushi on a hotel buffet

Bartender in braces leaning on the bar beside a red cocktail at W Lounge, Dubai — W Lounge Dubai

Roasted lamb chops with wild mushrooms in a copper pan

Three loaded tacos on a dark ceramic plate at Sobe rooftop bar, Dubai — Sobe Sunset & Rooftop Bar

Pot of mussels with fries served on a wooden stand at Belgian Beer Café — Belgian Beer Café

Smiling barista holding out an espresso cup, shallow depth of field — Caffè Via

Pasta nest with edible flowers on a black plate at W Lounge, Dubai — W Lounge Dubai

Overhead crispy noodle salad with coriander in a black bowl on river stones — Lapita Dubai Parks and Resorts

Row of colourful sushi rolls on a light wooden board at Akira Back, Dubai — Akira Back Dubai

Banana dipped in chocolate on a fork with a turquoise beach behind

Burger in a black sesame bun with fries, low-angle close-up

Arabic coffee, dates and a lantern on an iftar table at JW Marriott Hotel Dubai — JW Marriott Hotel Dubai

White dome dessert with a red sugar flower on dark slate with cacao — Lapita Dubai Parks and Resorts

Portrait of the head chef in whites, arms crossed, in the Torno Subito kitchen — Torno Subito by Massimo Bottura

Grilled ribeye steak with onion rings and mashed potato

Champagne bottles chilling on ice at a brunch

Tall red cocktail with a striped straw against warm bokeh lights — Akira Back Dubai

Stack of chocolate chip cookies tied with twine on a bright orange backdrop

Beer-battered fish and chips with lemon and tartare sauce

Hand placing white mushrooms in a bowl, bright editorial ingredient still life

Mint lemonade with a lemon slice on a red saucer, bold Ramadan styling — Nestlé

Glazed grilled meat on a long platter with tiki-style props — Lapita Dubai Parks and Resorts

Dressing being drizzled from a spoon over a fresh salad bowl

Fresh vegetables, peppers and asparagus arranged as a dark still life

Chicken terrine slices topped with tomato salsa on a buffet display

Caramelised figs with ice cream on a white plate