CZN Burak is a renowned celebrity chef and is also a big internet sensation. We are talking about Ozdemir Burak, who is popular by the former name and is a famous Turkish chef and social media sensation. However, recently, he released a video on Instagram stating how he is not affiliated with any of the CZN Burak restaurants in Dubai. Following this earlier post, he has now released an official statement stating the closure of all his business operations in Dubai from this month.
CZN Burak To close Operations
Yes, it was earlier this week when CZN Burak shared a video on Instagram stating how he was letting people know that he no longer has any legal or business ties to any company in Dubai. Following this announcement, he also released an official statement about the Dubai partnership ending. In the official statement, which was released on September 5, he mentioned that his partnership with a Dubai-based company has been terminated. This has been done through a notary-certified notice on August 14, 2025
Reasons Stated For Cutting Ties
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In the official statement, he also revealed several reasons for this termination of the partnership. In his words, these include but are not limited to:
- Unpaid debts and late payments
- Continued use of his image and videos without consent
- Brand mismanagement and the closure of several international branches
- Personal reputation being damaged
- Trademark being used in an unauthorised way
He mentions how CZN Burak is not just a brand, but his life’s work, story and voice. And reiterated that he is not just the face of this brand, but the brand itself! Mentioning how the relationship had become economically, legally and morally unsustainable, he decided to cut the ties.
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More About CZN Burak Restaurant in Dubai
For those of you who are wondering, the Dubai outlet, which was located at Boulevard Point, offering views of Burj Khalifa, was among the most popular dining destinations in Dubai. Serving over 150 dishes with both indoor and outdoor seating available, it was a hotspot for tourists. In fact, during its opening in 2020, His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum was among the first to dine here.
And if you’re still unaware, you will want to know that he is a global name who is known for being a cheerful personality and has distinctive cooking techniques. Known for preparing lavish dishes while maintaining eye contact with the camera, he has more than 52 million followers on Instagram.
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