Presenting A Cut Above Burgers at The Ninth Cut—an electrifying showdown in the quest to discover the best dream burger
After weeks of anticipation and mouth-watering submissions, the A Cut Above Burgers competition reached its sizzling finale on 23rd February at The Ninth Cut, Novotel Al Barsha, Dubai. From innovative flavour combinations to bold ingredient choices, burger enthusiasts went head-to-head, crafting their dream creations in a battle for the top spot.
The competition kicked off with burger lovers submitting their ultimate recipes, rallying votes, and climbing the leaderboard. The top three contenders earned a coveted spot in the grand finale, where they brought their ideas to life with the help of The Ninth Cut’s expert culinary team.
- Garibas Burger – Niaz Al Badri (WINNER)
- Jalapeño Smash Burger – Jennifer D’mello
- Shawarma Burger – Tala Nabulsi
Image Credits:
The Ninth Cut brand creation and illustrations are by the Brande team, with illustrations and art direction by Marta Andreas and creative direction by Kevin Tatios.
Brande: brande.ae
Marta Andreas: martaandreas.art
Kevin Tatios: kevin.ae
Led by a distinguished panel of judges, the event celebrated creativity, craftsmanship, and a true passion for burgers. Following an exciting taste test, the judges selected the ultimate winner—The Garibas Burger—which will now rightfully earn its place on The Ninth Cut’s menu. Its creator walks away with a well-earned prize: a luxury gift hamper worth AED1,500.
The Garibas burger is made with a blend of three prime cuts—brisket, ribeye, and chuck roll—enhanced with rich Wagyu fat for depth of flavour. It is topped with a herby mayonnaise infused with beef tallow, rosemary, and French thyme, alongside a smoky chipotle sauce. Korean-style pickles, marinated in sesame oil, rice vinegar, and chilli flakes, add a tangy kick, while creamy avocado spread and caramelised onions complete the ensemble.