CHEF TRISTIN FARMER
Culinary Alchemist
Where Mediterranean soul meets Japanese precision in a surreal dance of flavor and artistry
The Philosophy
Elevated Simplicity
My approach is rooted in a simple belief: the finest ingredients deserve to shine. I don't overcomplicate. I elevate. Every dish tells a story—a narrative crafted through precise technique, unexpected combinations, and a deep respect for the materials.
From open-fire cooking to meticulous fermentation, from on-site dry-aging to hand-selected seasonal produce, every element serves the singular purpose of creating an unforgettable moment on the plate.
Cross-Cultural Fusion
My culinary journey has taken me through London's innovation, Dubai's luxury, and Hong Kong's precision. Each city shaped my understanding of flavor, technique, and presentation. At Maison Dali, I bring these worlds together—Mediterranean warmth meets Japanese discipline in a surreal, artistic embrace.
It's not fusion for fusion's sake. It's about finding the soul of each cuisine and letting them speak to each other in unexpected, delicious ways.
The Journey
The Foundation
Cut my teeth in London's most innovative kitchens, where molecular gastronomy met classical technique. Learned that rules exist to be understood before being broken.
The Refinement
Immersed in Hong Kong's culinary precision. Studied Japanese knife skills, Korean fermentation, Chinese wok mastery. Discovered that simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.
The Vision
Dubai's luxury scene offered the perfect canvas. Built relationships with the world's finest suppliers. Experimented with open-fire cooking, in-house aging, and Mediterranean-Asian fusion.
The Masterpiece
Maison Dali represents everything I've learned, refined, and imagined. A surreal brasserie where art meets cuisine, where Mediterranean soul embraces Japanese precision, where every plate tells a story. This is not just a restaurant—it's my artistic statement.
Signature Techniques
Open-Fire Mastery
Wood-fired ovens and grills bring primal, smoky depth to proteins and vegetables. Every flame-licked element carries the story of controlled chaos transformed into precision.
Fermentation & Aging
In-house fermentation creates complex umami depth. Our dry-aging room transforms prime cuts into concentrated flavor bombs. Patience is the secret ingredient.
Knife Work Precision
Japanese knife techniques meet French brunoise. Every cut serves flavor and texture. The precision of a sashimi slice, the rustic charm of a hand-torn herb—both have their place.
Recognition
Michelin Recognition
Best Chefs MENA
Culinary Excellence
International Awards
"Tristin Farmer is redefining what modern brasserie dining can be. His work at Maison Dali is nothing short of revolutionary—a surreal marriage of Mediterranean warmth and Japanese precision."
— Gault&Millau Dubai Guide
Experience the Vision
Join us for an evening where culinary artistry and surreal imagination collide