Kooya Filipino Eatery, a beloved Filipino restaurant in Dubai’s Marina Promenade, has emerged as the winner of the Favorite Homegrown Restaurant category at the prestigious FACT Dining Awards Dubai 2024. This recognition, celebrated on November 7 at the luxurious Palazzo Versace Dubai, highlights the growing admiration for Filipino cuisine in the city’s competitive culinary landscape.
Chef JP Anglo, the visionary behind Kooya, shared his gratitude in a heartfelt statement: “We did it, guys! We got the award as the favorite homegrown restaurant in Dubai! This is so so special because finally Filipino food is getting the recognition it deserves. To everyone that voted for us, SALAMAT. To everyone supporting us, your kind words about our restaurant and our food will push us to be even better. To @factmagazines, thank you for giving Filipino cuisine that spotlight! #filipinofoodforward”.
Known for its modern take on traditional Filipino dishes like Chicken Inasal, Palabok, and unique offerings such as Pineapple Dilis, Kooya has become a favorite not only among Filipinos craving a taste of home but also among food enthusiasts eager to explore new flavors. Chef JP Anglo’s commitment to showcasing the richness and versatility of Filipino food has resonated with the community, making this win especially meaningful.
The FACT Dining Awards Dubai 2024 highlighted the best dining establishments across 36 categories, blending public votes with critics’ opinions to crown its winners.
