BysairaFOOD & DRINKSMay, 2025

A NIGHT OF INNOVATIVE DINING AND IMMERSIVE THEATRE

Imaginary Russian 2.0: A Cultural Narrative Told Through Taste

KRASOTA Dubai unveils Imaginary Russia 2.0, an emotionally charged and artistically daring immersive dinner show. Fusing haute cuisine, storytelling, and 360° visual narrative, this experience guides guests through a dreamlike journey across cultural archetypes, myths, and transformations inspired by Russian history — from its ancient origins to imagined futures.

This is an invitation to explore the history through creative storytelling and gastronomic metaphors. Each act of the performance is paired with a bespoke dish by award-winning chef Vladimir Mukhin, interpreting key symbolic moments with emotional precision and culinary artistry.

Imaginary Russia is the first installment in KRASOTA’s new cultural series — immersive performances that reimagine world identities through the lens of fine gastronomy, storytelling, and art. Each experience invites reflection on heritage and transformation.

Inside the narrative of the new show, guests are not merely observers — they become part of the spectacle. Along the journey, they may encounter legendary figures from folklore: the wise Cat Scientist walking along his golden chain, enchanting mermaids, and mythical forest spirits. In the vast steppes, a lone robot follows galloping herds — a symbol of continuity between past and future. As the journey unfolds, guests will be immersed in the raw energy of the wild 1990s, and they might even get the chance to win a prize themselves, or transcend Earth’s bounds: guests will be transported into orbit, where satellites and space stations drift through silence, and many more. These encounters — unexpected, whimsical, and emotionally charged — bring to life the surreal and poetic fabric of cultural imagination.

Each act is brought to life through an expressive dish that deepens the emotional resonance of the scene.

Highlights of the set menu include:

– Smoked Black Cod with Green Pea Porridge: Smoked black cod served with green pea porridge and pike caviar, complemented by a parsley sauce and celery–wasabi foam.
– Golden Apple with Ikura: Persimmon topped with sea urchin, served in ponzu sauce and garnished with ikura.
– Kamchatka Crab Sausages: Sausages made from Kamchatka crab and scallops, accompanied by green peas dressed in lemon juice and mango mustard.
– Satellite Dessert: A satellite-shaped creation featuring yuzu sorbet, prosecco jelly, and pickled feijoa, topped with cold yogurt espuma and lime meringue sticks.

These creations by chef Vladimir Mukhin translate symbols into flavor.

Krasota offers the perfect setting for celebrating significant moments in a captivating atmosphere, this is a unique fine dining destination that merges haute cuisine and visual art. Get ready to embrace your imagination and immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Krasota. Every show lasts about 1.5- 2 hours and accommodates only 20 visitors.