Dabiz Muñoz: The Culinary Maverick
DUBAI: Madrid-born chef Dabiz Muñoz, founder of StreetXO Dubai at the One&Only One Za’abeel, is a globally celebrated culinary figure, known for his innovative approach to cooking.
Muñoz has earned numerous accolades throughout his career. His flagship restaurant, DiverXO, which opened in 2007, holds three Michelin stars (at the time it earned its third, Muñoz became the second-youngest chef to lead a restaurant to this prestigious recognition) for dishes including dumplings with crispy Iberian ear and lobster with Thai curry, showcasing Muñoz’s love of combining diverse ingredients in unconventional ways.
Muñoz’s fell in love with cooking at a young age, fueled by frequent visits to the renowned Viridiana restaurant in Madrid. It was there that he first encountered Chef Abraham Garcia, whose unique techniques left a lasting impression and helped shape Muñoz’s vision of cuisine as a medium for artistic expression.
With the dream of opening his own restaurant, Muñoz pursued rigorous training in top kitchens across Spain, London and Tokyo.
Following DiverXO’s success, Muñoz launched StreetXO in 2012. The Dubai branch opened in 2023 and is the only location outside Spain where diners can experience Muñoz’s cuisine.