Today's Food Pulse
Omaha restaurant turns to hydroponics for on‑site greens
A downtown Omaha eatery has installed an LED‑lit hydroponic system to grow leafy greens and herbs directly on its premises, allowing it to produce key ingredients in‑house. The move reflects a broader surge in vertical‑farm adoption despite recent USDA loan freezes.
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By the numbers: Nestlé sells Blue Bottle Coffee to Centurium Capital
MGM Grand Ends 30‑Year Buffet Era as Las Vegas Shifts Away From All‑You‑Can‑Eat
MGM Grand announced the closure of its three‑decade‑old buffet at the end of May, joining a wave of Strip buffet shutdowns. The move reflects rising food costs, steep property rents and a strategic pivot toward more profitable dining formats.
A Good Time
Ikigai, a Fort Greene restaurant that launched in summer 2022, serves a 15‑course tasting menu designed to be adventurous yet concise. The eatery aims to satisfy diners who crave innovative flavors without the drawn‑out, pretentious experience typical of many tasting...
Restaurants, Red Hook & Gowanus
FOUND’s weekly "Nines" roundup, a curated list of New York’s top dining spots, spotlighted Cafe Kestrel in Red Hook as a standout neighborhood bistro. The post describes the venue as a "platonic ideal of cozy and profoundly cool" with a...
US (NE): Omaha Restaurant Using Hydroponics to Grow Ingredients
A restaurant in Omaha has installed a LED‑lit hydroponic system to grow leafy greens and herbs directly on its premises. The move is part of a broader surge in vertical‑farm adoption, highlighted by industry announcements such as Premier Tech’s Controlled...
Consistent Execution Beats Innovation in Restaurant Success
Interesting concept; I just wonder how sustainable this is - one guy, every day making pizzas. Still, this line I think is the key to any successful restaurant (IMHO): "You don't need to be innovative. You don't need to be...
Restaurant Tycoons
The Age’s "Restaurant tycoons" series profiles ten influential figures shaping Melbourne’s dining landscape, from former student Tinee Suntivatana’s staff‑support venture to chef‑entrepreneur Daniel Andrews’ political foray. It chronicles high‑profile feuds, such as Shane Delia’s clash with George Calombaris, and personal setbacks, including...
Juan Mari Arzak Retires After 60 Years; Daughter Elena Takes Helm at Three‑Star Arzak
Juan Mari Arzak announced his retirement after 60 years at the helm of the three‑Michelin‑starred Arzak restaurant in San Sebastián. His daughter, Elena Arzak, will assume full leadership, marking a generational shift in one of Spain’s most celebrated kitchens.
I Discovered This "Cloud" Coffee in Vietnam and Now It’s My Afternoon Ritual
Vietnamese egg coffee, or cà phê trứng, blends robusta coffee brewed with a traditional phin filter and a light, whipped egg‑yolk foam sweetened with condensed milk. The drink was invented in 1946 by bartender Nguyen Van Giang at Hanoi’s Sofitel...
For The Easiest Ice Cream Cake, Use This Pan You Probably Already Have
Mimi Council, a former bakery owner and recipe developer, advises using a springform pan for homemade ice‑cream cakes. The pan’s removable side walls let you lift the frozen layers without cracking, eliminating the need for parchment or plastic wrap. She...
The Saucy Red Flag You Should Never Ignore At Barbecue Restaurants
The article warns diners to watch for a key red flag at barbecue restaurants: meat smothered in sauce rather than presented plain to highlight its smoky flavor. It explains that authentic barbecue relies on a dry rub and slow smoking,...
This Midwest Bakery Chain Is Vanishing — But Still Hanging On In A Few Places
Bakers Square, a beloved Midwestern bakery chain known for its signature pies, grew from a single Des Moines eatery in 1970 to more than 140 locations at its height. After a series of ownership changes—including Pillsbury, VICORP, and American Blue Ribbon...
Philadelphia Shuts Down Michelin‑recommended Roxanne over Missing Food License
The City of Philadelphia’s Department of Licenses and Inspections ordered the immediate shutdown of Roxanne, a Michelin‑recommended restaurant on South Second Street, after discovering it had been operating without a food license for more than a year. The enforcement action...
CEO Expands to Dim Sum Franchise in Southern Philippines
Most of you know me as the CEO of Mama Lou’s, but today I want to share something our group has been quietly building. MAMA Hospitality is the Philippine franchise partner of Ding Dim 1968, one of Hong Kong’s most beloved...
Chocolate 3D Printer Crafts Mini Eiffel Tower
Chocolate 3D Printing in action and it can print Eiffel tower for you by cocoapress spotted at @rockymountainreprapfestival #3dprinting #eiffletower #chocolate #3dprinted
Michelin-Starred Lyla Adds Four Boutique Rooms to Edinburgh Georgian Townhouse
Chef Stuart Ralston’s Michelin-starred restaurant Lyla has opened four boutique bedrooms in its historic Georgian townhouse on Royal Terrace, turning the venue into a full‑service culinary retreat. The move reflects a growing trend toward experience‑focused luxury hospitality.
Italian Eatery Pioneers Pizza Delivery with Drones
Italian Restaurant Makes History by Delivering Pizza via #Drone via @Rainmaker1973 #EmergingTech #Technology #Innovation https://t.co/YbpWeJhosp
Shila Kitchen Brings Persian Classics to The Hub in Bondi
Shila Kitchen has opened its doors at The Hub in Bondi, adding a dedicated Persian kitchen to the suburb’s burgeoning all‑day precinct. Founder Saba Taghavi brings family‑rooted recipes, from milder Persian coffee to house‑made preserves, to a menu that spans...
The 2 Ingredients For Perfect Pasta, According To An Italian Chef
Chef Jasper Mirabile Jr., owner of Jasper’s Restaurant, says perfect pasta hinges on just two ingredients—water and salt. He advises adding roughly ½ tablespoon of sea salt per gallon of water before it boils, which raises the boiling point and seasons...
Five Sydney Royal Easter Show Winners You Can Cook with at Home
Gourmet Traveller highlighted five Sydney Royal Easter Show winners that are now available to home cooks: Del Bocia’s buffalo‑cream butter, Printhie Wines’ 2016 Swift sparkling, Stockyard Beef’s Black wagyu, Kenilworth Dairies’ honey yoghurt, and Wilson Family’s sunset late‑harvest olive oil....
Plan Steakhouse Reservations For This Time For The Best Experience
Executive chef Sam Hazen of Palladino's Steak & Seafood advises diners to book between 6:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. for the optimal steakhouse experience. Early reservations secure fresher staff, attentive service, and avoid kitchen bottlenecks that often arise during peak dinner rushes....
Chef Adrien Cachot Debuts Limited-Edition Sushi Line with Sushi Shop
Michelin-starred French chef Adrien Cachot has teamed up with international sushi chain Sushi Shop to release a limited‑edition sushi and mochi collection. The range, available from 23 April 2026, includes a 22‑piece box priced at £28.90 (≈$36) and individual items ranging from...
RESPECT THE JAMÓN!
A recent blog post highlights the experience of buying a cone of jamón de bellota at Madrid’s iconic Mercado San Miguel. The author describes the premium cured ham made from acorn‑fed Iberian pigs and notes the cultural cachet of enjoying...
Explore Colorado's Asian Flavors During Mile High Food Week
Colorado is home to a truly delicious restaurant scene offering tasty meals from around the world. Mile High Asian Food Week is an exciting opportunity for Coloradans to get out in our communities and visit delicious Asian restaurants. https://www.milehighafw.com
Drinking Maasai Cow Blood Reveals Timeless Survival Tradition
I drank cow’s blood in Tanzania and I’d go back for another cup. Sharing it with the Maasai was an invitation into something much bigger than a meal. It’s a practice rooted in tradition, tied to survival, and carried through generations....
Michelin Guide Italy Adds Ten New Restaurants in April 2026 Edition
The Michelin Guide Italy announced ten new restaurant additions in its April 2026 edition, spanning Alpine villages to metropolitan hubs. The selections showcase a blend of tradition and modernity, with an emphasis on local sourcing, biodynamic wines, and refined technique.
Pistachio Tiramisu Is A New Take On A Classic Recipe
Miriam Hahn introduces a pistachio‑infused tiramisu that swaps traditional espresso notes for pistachio paste, extract, and a dusting of ground nuts. The no‑bake dessert serves six and requires about 4.5 hours of prep, most of it chilling. Raw pistachios are recommended...
The Best Way to Scramble Eggs (I Tested 6 Methods!)
Food editor Andrea Rivera Wawrzyn tested six scrambling techniques using identical large eggs, a low‑heat nonstick pan and butter. Pre‑salting the eggs for 15 minutes delivered the highest score, a flawless 10/10, by producing a tender, fluffy curd without sacrificing...
Say Goodbye To Dry Cakes With This Bakery-Approved Water Trick
Baker Lynne Just explains how a bain‑marie water bath can keep delicate cakes moist and prevent cracks by regulating heat and adding steam. The method works well for sponge cakes, Japanese cakes, flour‑less chocolate tortes and cheesecakes, but can ruin...
Reigniting Alinea’s Original Vision with Fresh Dishes
Twenty one years ago, we named Alinea after a symbol that means the beginning of a new train of thought. I wrote about what it means to actually live up to that, and why we are doing it again. New dishes....
Simon Kim Unveils Three Dining Concepts at 550 Madison in Midtown
Simon Kim’s Gracious Hospitality Management is debuting three distinct dining concepts—Bar Chimera, a multi‑bar lounge; a new Midtown outpost of his Michelin‑starred Korean steakhouse Cote; and the upcoming Sushi Yoshitake sushi bar—within the iconic 550 Madison building. Bar Chimera features a martini, whiskey, and wine...
Relaxed Affair
Bar Betsy, the new casual offshoot of chef Tyler Wells' popular Betsy, opened two doors down on Mariposa Street in Altadena. The all‑day, walk‑in‑only spot blends a bright, farmhouse aesthetic with a relaxed vibe, serving breakfast‑style dishes, seasonal sandwiches, and...
Average Rob Launches La Patate, a Chip Shop with International Ambitions
YouTuber and entrepreneur Robert Van Impe, known as Average Rob, is launching La Patate, a Belgian‑style chip shop, with its first outlet opening next to Antwerp Central Station in May. The concept is a joint venture with serial entrepreneurs Gilles...
Mestizo Brings Regional Mexican Flavours to London with Annual Enchilada Festival This Spring
London‑based Mexican restaurant group Mestizo is launching its annual Enchilada Festival from 27 April to 6 May across its Camden and Chelsea venues. The ten‑day event will feature ten distinct enchilada variations that reflect regional Mexican flavors, from mole‑based and barbacoa recipes...
Restaurant Review: Kanishka, Fine Indian Dining
Kanishka, a fine‑dining Indian restaurant tucked just off Regent Street in Mayfair, offers a menu that fuses classic sub‑continental flavors with upscale presentation. Signature dishes include a chicken tikka pie at roughly $27 and a deconstructed laal maas lamb dish...
Matt Abé’s Bonheur Wins Two Michelin Stars Within Three Months
Chef Matt Abé’s newly opened Bonheur in Mayfair earned two Michelin stars within three months, joining an elite group of under‑30 UK restaurants with that rating. The achievement highlights the influence of Gordon Ramsay’s mentorship and the historic Le Gavroche...
Chefs Chet Sharma and Joké Bakare Unite at BiBi for Collaborative Dinner Celebrating Indian and West African Cuisines
London’s BiBi restaurant will host its fifth "BiBi & Friends" collaborative dinner on May 23, pairing chef‑owner Joké Bakare of Michelin‑starred Chishuru with resident chef Chet Sharma. The two chefs will present a joint menu that blends Indian and West...
Kokum Restaurant Launches Hands-On Indian Cookery Class Series in East Dulwich
Kokum, a South‑East London Indian restaurant, has launched a five‑session cookery class series running from late April through August 2026. The three‑hour Saturday workshops, led by head chef Sanjay Gour, cover everything from traditional curry‑making without pre‑made pastes to naan...
Tozi Victoria Unveils Spring Menu with Venetian Small Plates and Tableside Negroni Trolley
Tozi Victoria launched a spring menu that spotlights Venetian cicchetti, handmade pastas, larger sharing plates, and a tableside Negroni trolley. New dishes include yellowtail carpaccio, rabbit‑ragout maccheroni, and slow‑roasted Welsh lamb shoulder. Set menus start at £23.95 (≈$31) and cicchetti...
‘As Intense as Perfume’: Which Eaux De Vie Are Worth Trying?
Barney Wilczak’s Capreolus Distillery in Gloucestershire produces ultra‑artisan eaux de vie by hand‑sorting millions of fruit and triple‑distilling each batch in a garage‑turned‑still. The resulting brandies, such as the 2024 raspberry expression, command premium prices but deliver a perfume‑like intensity...
Duo Behind Michelin-Starred Variety Jones to Open New Casual Restaurant This Weekend
The Higgs brothers, chefs behind Dublin’s Michelin‑starred Variety Jones, are launching a new casual eatery called Mongoose on April 26. Located at 78 Thomas Street – the original Variety Jones site – the 28‑seat restaurant will serve a concise à...
Donohue’s Steak House Will Close in June
Donohue’s Steak House, the Upper East Side’s 1950‑era dining icon, will close in June as its lease expires, despite the landlord’s rent‑reduction offer. Owner Maureen Donohue‑Peters says she wants a better quality of life and is ready to end the...
Miyamaso Wins Three Michelin Stars, First New Three‑Star Spot in Kyoto Since 2020
Miyamaso, a ryokan‑based restaurant in Kyoto, was awarded three Michelin stars in the 2026 guide, marking the first new three‑star venue in the city since 2020. The honor underscores Kyoto’s culinary resurgence and the Michelin Guide’s broader push toward digital...
MGallery Collection and Chef Pam Reimagine the Art of Bar
MGallery Collection has teamed up with Michelin‑starred chef Pam Soontornyanakij to launch a global bar‑food collaboration across 16 boutique hotels. The program pairs bespoke cocktails with Chef Pam’s signature bite creations, such as beef tartare with caviar and golden crab...
The Best Restaurants in Barcelona Right Now
The guide curates Barcelona’s top dining spots, spanning tapas bars, Catalan kitchens, seafood havens, and trendy concepts. Highlights include Teatro Kitchen, the evolution of Albert Adrià’s legendary Tickets, and Cruix’s seasonal tasting menus. It also lists specialty venues such as...
RFK Jr Says Cultivated Meat Will ‘Have to Get Through A Lot of Scepticism’ From FDA
U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. voiced amplified concern that cultivated‑meat products will face rigorous FDA scrutiny, warning they must overcome significant safety scepticism. The comment came during a Senate Appropriations hearing, where he echoed long‑standing criticism of lab‑grown proteins. 2025 marked...
Rachel Roddy’s Recipe for Almond and Lemon Spiced Treacle Tart | A Kitchen in Rome
Rachel Roddy highlights a medieval‑inspired almond and lemon spiced treacle tart now back on the menu at Rome’s La Torricella. The dessert blends golden syrup or honey with sultanas, pine nuts, and lemon zest, offering a sweet‑spicy profile while using a...
Adapted Nasi Lemak Could Thrive in US Lunch Market
Why hasn't Malaysian fried chicken taken off in US? Nasi Lemak would do very well in the urban lunch market. Probably will just have to swap out the anchovy side for like tofu or something. And maybe not peanuts either,...
Chef Greg Vernick Debuts Emilia, a Refined Italian Spot in Philadelphia
Chef Greg Vernick opened Emilia on April 9, 2026 in Philadelphia’s Kensington neighborhood, marking his fourth restaurant and first new venue in seven years. The upscale Italian eatery has already been praised for its precise pasta dishes and Vernick’s minimalist...
Bangkok Hawkers Center Street Food Open Now
A new Bangkok Hawkers Center, a purpose‑built street‑food marketplace, opened in the city’s central business district this week. The venue houses over 50 local vendors offering Thai classics, regional specialties, and modern fusion dishes. Designed with communal seating and a...
The Chicago Pizza Experience Giving Diners Sweeping Skyline Views
Giordano’s, Chicago’s iconic deep‑dish pizza chain, now serves its signature pies on the Willis Tower Skydeck. Diners can choose the glass‑enclosed 103rd‑floor "The Ledge" for intimate dates or the 99th‑floor space for larger groups, with availability limited to specific weekdays. The...