Our Story
La Cuisine de Manou has been making a name for itself in Abu Dhabi since it opened its doors in November 2014. Offering the capital’s residents, a different way of dining with a menu filled with homemade wonders and delights.
We love food! – making it, serving it and of course eating it! - and we believe this shines through our products and services, allowing us to deliver culinary excellence to our clients. What sets us apart from the rest, is our 100% homemade menu, which offers tradition and authenticity with every bite.
La Cuisine de Manou provides a full catering service in Abu Dhabi and Dubai and has experience in a variety of events from small soirées like private dinners and baby showers
to larger events such as weddings and corporate gatherings.
Our team is passionate about creating the perfect setup for your event, with exquisite presentation and attention to detail. We can also supply custom-made menus, floral arrangements, tables, cutlery, crockery, glassware and linens to compliment your event.
La Cuisine de Manou also opened two cafés, one in 2021 located at Alliance Française in Khalidiyah and another one opened more recently at the beginning of 2024 at the American Community School in Saadiyat.
Manou Magnin, is a passionate chef who specialises in authentic French cuisine but is also an expert in creating popular meals from a variety of different cultures.
She uses the cookbooks, recipes and family secrets from her Grandmother that mean her food is authentic, humble and hearty.
Her 15 years’ culinary experience and traditional cooking style mean that she can craft the most flavorsome and authentic dishes that will leave your guests wanting more.
About Manou
At La Cuisine de Manou, we take immense pride in the talented individuals who form the backbone of our culinary and service excellence.
Behind each event is a team of approximately 20 passionate people, Chefs, Event coordinators, Drivers & Waiters who will work together to create every element of your event, from the personalized menu to how your venue will look on the day or night.
At La Cuisine de Manou, we believe you should never settle for anything less than extraordinary and we can guarantee that your occasion will be all you've been dreaming of.
Whether you're dining in at our Cafés or indulging in our catering services, our team is dedicated to providing you with a flavorful experience with no compromise on freshness and quality.
Our team
Our core values
Homemade
Our catering service prides itself on offering 100% homemade dishes crafted with care and ensuring a taste from home in every bite.
Fait avec amour
Our culinary creations are prepared with a heartfelt dedication to bringing a love-infused approach to every dish we serve.
Authentic
Our menus feature dishes and desserts made from traditional recipes and top-quality ingredients, reflecting the true flavors of each speciality.
Fresh & natural
Our chefs carefully select fresh and natural ingredients, capturing the essence of each season and prioritizing
hygiene and safety.
Quality
We carefully source our products from top-tier suppliers to ensure that we deliver exceptional taste and provide our clients with a premium culinary experience.
