The series will feature the combined talents of Chef Peter Lau Chee Wei of Shangri-La Dubai, celebrated for blending Cantonese, Teochew, Malaysian, and Singaporean flavours into visually striking creations; Chef Qiguo Su of Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi, a Sichuan specialist whose artistry shines in refined signatures such as Peking Duck; Chef Cheng Lu of Shangri-La Bosphorus, Istanbul, whose three decades of expertise are reflected in delicate dim sum and unforgettable seafood dishes; and Chef Sky Wong Kum Choy of Shangri-La Jeddah, a pioneer of modern Chinese cuisine known for his ability to layer authentic techniques with global influences. Together, the four chefs will craft a menu that highlights signature creations including King Crab with Caviar, Spinach, and Shredded Tofu Broth Soup, Wok-Fried Wagyu Beef Striploin with Garlic, and Wok-Fried Boston Lobster with Egg Yolk. The series will open in Dubai from September 18th to 20th, continue to Abu Dhabi on September 22nd and 23rd, move to Istanbul from September 25th to 27th, and conclude in Jeddah on September 29th and 30th. Each city will offer its own unique setting, but the experience will be unified by the chefs’ shared passion for excellence and their ability to reimagine Chinese cuisine for today’s most discerning diners. With limited seating, the dinners promise to be exclusive, immersive, and truly memorable. These exquisite 8-course menus will be exclusively served by 8-hands across four participating cities, at Shang Palace restaurants the home of authentic and masterfully crafted Chinese cuisine. This special series sets the stage for Taste of Shangri-La, a month-long culinary celebration taking place across Shangri-La hotels in the Middle East, Europe, the United Kingdom, India, and the Americas throughout October 2025. Guests can expect inspired tasting menus, signature dishes, and remarkable dining experiences at some of Shangri-La’s most celebrated restaurants. The 8-hands dinner offers an early opportunity to savour the creative spirit behind Taste of Shangri-La and to be part of an extraordinary milestone in Shangri-La’s global culinary journey.