Maryam Ishtiaq x Saahil: An Epic Night of Pakistani Flavors!

Schedule

Sun Nov 23 2025 at 04:00 pm to 07:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

22000 Dulles Retail Plaza ste 102 | Sterling, VA

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A night of culinary artistry, cultural pride, and world-class hospitality, where two visionary
chefs unite to showcase Pakistani cuisine!
About this Event

Sunday, November 23, renowned Chef Maryam Ishtiaq of Next Level Chef S4 and founder of Its Actually joins Saahil’s Executive Chef Ahtesham Us Samad for an epic night of culinary collaboration at Saahil!

ONE Night.

TWO Culinary Forces

PAKISTANI Flavors Reborn.


Be our guest and enjoy:

4 Course Meal Curated by Chef Maryam and Chef Ahtesham

Meet and Greet with the Chefs!


Join us at Saahil for an exclusive Collaboration Dinner featuring two world-class culinary talents, Chef Maryam and Chef Ahtasham, who will unite their creative visions for one unforgettable evening of refined dining, artistry, and cultural celebration. This red-carpet event is designed to offer an immersive and elevated dining experience, where tradition meets innovation and guests savor each course as a story of craft, culture, and connection.

Ages 13+


A portion of proceeds from the night will be donated to a charitable cause supporting the vulnerable in Pakistan.


About the Chefs:

Chef Maryam Ishtiaq

Chef Maryam Ishtiaq is a celebrated chef, food stylist, and founder of Its Actually, a premium halal bone broth and cooking essentials brand. A contestant on Gordon Ramsay's Next Level Chef, her culinary philosophy blends modern technique with the soulful, bold flavors of her Pakistani roots. Through her creative work and collaborations across the United States, Chef Maryam exlplores the harmony between tradition and innovation, redefining how Pakistani flavors live in a contemporary, global kitchen.


Chef Ahtesham Us Samad

Executive Chef Ahtesham brings over 18 years of culinary excellence to Saahil, refined through his experience at Pakistan's most prestigious hotels: Marriott, Avari, and Ramada. Renowned for his mastery of Pakistani, Indian, French, Italian, and Middle Eastern cuisines, Chef Ahtesham's signature lies in balancing authenticity with refined presentation. A familiar face on culinary television and a respected mentor in the industry, he remains devoted to elevating Pakistani cuisine with inclusivity, artistry, and uncompromising quality. At Saahil, he contines to redefine how authentic flavors are experienced elegant, modern, and unforgettable.


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Where is it happening?

22000 Dulles Retail Plaza ste 102, 22000 Dulles Retail Plaza, Sterling, United States

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