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It's that time of year again! The most anticipated celebration of the gastronomic community, The World’s 50 Best Restaurants 2024, sponsored by S.Pellegrino & Acqua Panna, is about to land in Las Vegas with an exciting line-up of events running from 3-6 June. Follow the live countdown from anywhere in the world on Wednesday 5 June, culminating in the reveal of the restaurant claiming the coveted No.1 position
The World’s 50 Best Restaurants annual awards has been hosted in many cities since starting its round-the-world trip in 2016, but there’s never been anywhere like the iconic city of Las Vegas, where this year’s list will be revealed. The programme will bring together chefs, restaurateurs, media and food lovers from almost every corner of the planet to celebrate the hottest restaurants over four fantastic days of festivities. You can follow the key events – including the live reveal of the 50 most desirable dining destinations in the world – whether you're in the city or further afield.
If you’re already going to be in Las Vegas in June, set aside time to experience the 50 Best Signature Sessions, which see world-leading chefs collaborate on menus. The once-in-a-lifetime lunches and dinners are open to the public in different locations around the city, from Sunday 2 June until Thursday 6 June. Don’t delay as reservations are selling out fast.
Now, come on board for a virtual flight to this culinary party…
First stop: The World’s 50 Best Restaurants 2024 51-100 List
An opening bite of the global gastronomic feast comes directly to your screen on 22 May with the announcement of the extended list of The World’s 50 Best Restaurants 2024. The establishments ranked from 51 to 100 will be announced through 50 Best’s social media channels at 05:00 PST / 12:00 UTC. Don’t miss this exciting list with a plethora of new names to add to your dining bucket list.
Tune in on Facebook, YouTube and @TheWorlds50Best Instagram Stories, where the 51-100 list will be unveiled.
Connect with the community: The World’s 50 Best Restaurants 2024 Awards Ceremony
Wednesday 5 June, 20:25 PST / 03:25 UTC
Join us for the biggest virtual round of applause in recognition of the talent and teamwork lighting up the hospitality world. Enjoy every moment of the awards ceremony, held at the Encore Theater, Wynn Las Vegas, from the comfort of your home through the livestream. Enjoy a glimpse of the glamorous red carpet arrival, then support your favourite restaurant or your country’s culinary ambassadors as the ceremony builds towards the announcement of the most sought-after accolade: The World’s Best Restaurant 2024, sponsored by S.Pellegrino & Acqua Panna.
Watch the live highlights of the chefs arriving on the red carpet on Instagram Stories from 18:00 PST / 01:00 UTC, then follow the awards ceremony on Instagram and Facebook live from 20:25 PST / 03:25 UTC. Discover the talented cooks and restaurants taking home some of our special accolades including: the Estrella Damm Chefs’ Choice Award; Woodford Reserve Icon Award; Sustainable Restaurant Award; The World’s Best Pastry Chef Award, sponsored by Sosa; the Beronia World’s Best Sommelier Award; the Highest Climber Award, sponsored by Highstreet World; and the Highest New Entry Award.
Meet the No.1
Shortly after the conclusion of the ceremony, jump to the 50 Best Instagram account and be among the first to hear the reaction from the team behind the restaurant named No.1 in the world. Join the exclusive interview live on Instagram and show your appreciation for The World’s Best Restaurant 2024.
WHAT ELSE IS HAPPENING IN LAS VEGAS?
Live Highlights: Welcome To Las Vegas
Monday 3 June, 19:30 PST / 02:30 UTC
To start the celebrations in style, prestigious chefs Joan and Jordi Roca from El Celler de Can Roca, one of the Best of the Best former No.1 restaurants, joins forces with Virgilio Martínez and Pía León from Central, The World’s Best Restaurant 2023, at Carversteak in Resorts World. This memorable dining experience will see a blend of Spanish and Peruvian cuisines create an explosion of flavours. Check out the best moments of this official ‘Welcome to Las Vegas’ dinner on the 50 Best Instagram account.
Chefs Pía León, Virgilio Martínez, Jordi and Joan Roca will prepare a memorable dinner to kick off the celebrations
Live Highlights: #50 Best Talks – Treasure Hunt
Tuesday 4 June, 11:30-14:00 PST / 18:30-21.00 UTC
Join us in ‘The Quest for Culinary Gold’ at Wynn Las Vegas where eight gastronomic pioneers will come together for a dynamic conversation around rediscovering ancient cooking techniques, transforming humble ingredients into delicacies, supporting marginalised communities and other precious gems in the industry. There is treasure to be found in unexpected places, and we will hunt it down through the voices of: New York chef Kwame Onwuachi; Champions of Change winners Jessica Rosval and Caroline Caporossi; pioneering plant-based chef Daniel Humm; culinary researcher Malena Martínez; fish butcher Josh Niland and charismatic Berliners Billy Wagner and Micha Schäfer. Discover more about this year's #50BestTalks and enjoy the highlights via Instagram.
Live Highlights: Chefs’ Feast
Tuesday 4 June, 19:00-22:00 PST / 02:00-05:00 UTC
The world’s best chefs and restaurateurs will gather at Wynn’s Event Pavilion & Lawn for the official Chefs’ Feast, an evening dedicated to community and celebration. Good music, live entertainment and fantastic food curated by talented local chefs will be the key elements for an unforgettable night with the vibrancy that only Las Vegas can deliver. Creative cocktails from Mexico’s Arca, No.37 in North America’s Best Bars, and local favourite, Herbs & Rye – No.25 in the same list – will complete the party mood.
Follow the live highlights on @TheWorlds50Best Instagram Stories.
In 2023, chefs and restaurateurs gathered in Valencia and enjoyed paella prepared by local chefs
Live Highlights: 50 Best Closing Party
Thursday 5 June, 12:00-15:00 PST / 19:00-22:00 UTC
Join 50 Best on Instagram for the farewell event, wrapping up an exciting few days of festivities. This informal gathering is set to take place at Allē Lounge on 66 in Resorts World and will feature plenty more food and drink to keep the celebrations going.
Follow every moment of The World’s 50 Best Restaurants 2024 events on social media via @TheWorlds50Best and the hashtag #Worlds50Best. Tune in on 50 Best’s Instagram Stories for exclusive content, from live behind-the-scenes access to interviews and more.
We look forward to seeing you online from 3-6 June for The World’s 50 Best Restaurants 2024 event programme. To be the first to hear about the latest news and announcements, join the community on Instagram, Facebook, X and YouTube.
