Dubai World Cup
Dubai World Cup 2025 & 2026 | Meydan Racecourse
First-Class Lounge | Meydan Racecourse, Dubai
The Dubai World Cup is one of the world's most prestigious horse racing events, attracting international visitors, VIPs and hospitality guests to Meydan Racecourse each year. For the 2025 edition, TGP Catering & Hospitality was appointed to manage the premium hospitality experience within the First-Class Lounge, delivering a seamless full-day dining programme for approximately 280 VIP guests.
Delivering a premium hospitality experience
TGP developed a carefully paced food and beverage journey that evolved throughout the day, beginning with elegant afternoon refreshments before transitioning into a sophisticated evening dining experience.
Guests enjoyed a selection of refined sweet and savoury canapés during the afternoon, followed by an à la carte dinner service complemented by interactive live stations. Popular highlights included the live sushi, sashimi and oyster station, alongside an interactive cheese counter.
Seamless event-day operations
Operating from a temporary on-site kitchen, our culinary and service teams delivered consistent food quality and smooth service across multiple dining formats. Every aspect of the operation was carefully coordinated, from kitchen production and live cooking stations to lounge service and balcony hospitality.
As guest attendance exceeded the original seating allocation, the team responded in real time by reconfiguring the lounge layout, ensuring guest comfort, efficient movement and uninterrupted service throughout the event.
Event highlights
- Delivered premium hospitality for approximately 280 VIP guests throughout the day.
- Operated a fully functional temporary on-site kitchen while maintaining exceptional food quality and service standards.
- Seamlessly transitioned guests from afternoon canapé service to an elegant à la carte dinner with interactive live stations.
- Adapted the lounge layout in real time to accommodate increased attendance.
- Created memorable culinary experiences through signature live stations and premium hospitality.