Our Story
Since opening its doors in November 2014, La Cuisine de Manou has been a celebrated name in Abu Dhabi’s culinary scene. We’ve introduced the capital to a unique dining experience, offering a menu brimming with homemade delights and authentic flavors.
At La Cuisine de Manou, we’re passionate about food—creating it, sharing it, and of course, savoring it! This love for our craft is at the heart of everything we do, and it shines through in our products and services. Our 100% homemade menu is what sets us apart, delivering tradition, authenticity, and excellence with every bite.
We specialize in full-service catering across Abu Dhabi and Dubai, bringing our expertise to a variety of events. From intimate gatherings like private dinners and baby showers to grand celebrations such as weddings and corporate functions, we’ve done it all.
Our dedicated team takes pride in curating the perfect setup for every event, ensuring exquisite presentation and meticulous attention to detail. From custom menus and floral arrangements to tables, cutlery, crockery, glassware, and linens, we provide everything needed to make your occasion truly memorable.
In 2021, La Cuisine de Manou opened its first café at the Alliance Française in Khalidiyah, which later closed. Our journey continued with the opening of our second café at the American Community School on Saadiyat Island in early 2024, bringing our signature flavors to a new community.
Manou Magnin, is a passionate chef with over 15 years of culinary experience, specializing in authentic French cuisine and inspired by flavors from around the world.
Known for her commitment to authenticity and her love of sharing hearty, flavorsome food, Manou has built a reputation for creating dishes that leave a lasting impression.
Hear from Manou
“My culinary journey started with cherished recipes from family and friends, which ignited my passion for food - simple, authentic, and made with love.
In 2013, I took a leap of faith, leaving behind the comforts of a steady job and selling our home to pursue my dream of bringing my love for food to life. I traveled to France, where I spent a few months refining my skills in pastry and baking. The experience was challenging, but it was also deeply rewarding.
In September 2014, La Cuisine de Manou was born, a true labor of love and the perfect birthday gift to myself after months of hard work. Over the years, this journey has been filled with late nights, endless learning, and moments of incredible joy.
Through it all, my goal has remained the same: to bring people together with food that is authentic, flavorsome, and crafted with care.
I’m very proud of what my team and I have achieved so far. We continue to learn every day and strive to be better at what we do. The support from my family, friends, team, and clients has been tremendous. Thank you all so much for the love, kindness, support, and trust—it means a lot to us.
Here’s to creating more delicious memories together!”
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.
