Xi Home Dumplings and Shogun Sakes Debut Sake-Forward Cocktail Pairing Menu in Spitalfields
Xi Home Dumplings Bay in Spitalfields has teamed with Peckham‑based Shogun Sakes to launch London’s first sake‑forward cocktail pairing menu. Five bespoke drinks, built around Shogun’s additive‑free Pure English Sake, debut on May 1 and are matched to specific Northern Chinese dumpling dishes. Priced at £12‑£14 (about $15‑$18), the menu aims to showcase sake as a versatile cocktail ingredient beyond traditional Japanese fare. The collaboration highlights local craft production and a new food‑drink synergy in the city’s dining scene.
Victorian Roots
Saison Hospitality’s corporate chef Brian Limoges launched Enclos in December, partnering with Stone Edge Farm Estate Vineyards & Winery. The restaurant occupies a meticulously restored Victorian home just steps from Sonoma Plaza. While its exterior appears modest, the interior delivers a...
Wayback Machine
Sushi Samba, the globally recognized club‑restaurant chain, opened its first Los Angeles venue last month, occupying a sprawling rooftop in West Hollywood. The brand’s only remaining U.S. outpost had been in Las Vegas for nearly two decades, making this a...
A Simple Pugliese Side Dish that Breaks All the Rules
A market visit in Puglia revealed the last‑season purple artichokes, inspiring a simple side dish that serves six to eight. The recipe, prepared in under 30 minutes, highlights the region’s abundant olive oil, which locals reportedly use at a rate...
Weekly Review: Yoshino
Yoshino, London’s first high‑end sushi bar founded by seafood importer Katsu Yoshino in 1996, was forced to close in 2023 after the Crown Estate redeveloped its Piccadilly premises. After a two‑year search, the restaurant reopened in 2025 on Duke of...
Mercato Metropolitano to Leave Elephant & Castle Site in 2026 After Ten Years, Ahead of Major Redevelopment
Mercato Metropolitano, London’s community food market, will occupy its Elephant & Castle venue for a final summer in 2026 before shifting to a smaller temporary space next door in autumn. The move precedes a large‑scale redevelopment of the Newington Causeway...
Eating with the Seasons of the Church
The article explains how historic Christian feast‑day meals were rooted in the seasonal crops available to each region, such as watermelon for St. Bartholomew in August or wheat berries for St. Lucy in December. Before refrigeration, believers ate what the...
Berlin’s CODA to Celebrate Tenth Anniversary with One-Day Pastry Collaboration Featuring Jordi Roca
Berlin’s two‑Michelin‑starred restaurant CODA is marking its tenth anniversary with a one‑day pastry collaboration featuring world‑renowned chef Jordi Roca on May 30. Hosted by CODO chef René Frank, the event will offer both lunch and dinner services, each priced at €680...
Brutalist Affair
The post “Brutalist affair” spotlights a new restaurant that embraces a concrete‑heavy, brutalist aesthetic. The design features stark geometry, raw materials, and minimalist artwork, creating a modern dining environment. The author, writing in first‑person, describes the ambience, menu integration, and...
Culinary Monster
Chef Hasung Lee, head chef and owner of Oyatte, is in the final pre‑opening stretch of his new Murray Hill restaurant, which opens to the public today. His Tuesday routine blends administrative work, vendor meetings, equipment orders, and a comprehensive...
Bread Ahead Launches Ten-Year Project to Teach One Million Young People to Bake for Free
London’s Bread Ahead bakery will launch the ten‑year Future Bakers Project on World Baking Day, offering free baking education to one million children and young adults by 2036. The initiative blends weekly in‑person workshops at its Borough Market and Wembley sites...
Petersham Nurseries Announces Midsummer Fireside Dinners with Open-Fire Cooking and Live Music in Richmond Gardens
Petersham Nurseries is hosting a three‑night Fireside Feast in the gardens of Petersham House, Richmond, on June 24, 25 and 26. The events feature open‑fire cooking by chefs Gherardo Gaetani (Baru) and Fabrizio Bartloli, with a four‑course seasonal menu and...
Vintry and Mercer Reopens Rooftop Terrace with Château Minuty Partnership, Bringing Provençal Rosé to London
Vintry & Mercer has reopened its rooftop terrace in the City of London, rebranding it as the Mercer Minuty Terrace. The venue partners with French winery Château Minuty to feature Provençal rosé, including the Cuvée Prestige, alongside a seasonal British menu. Guests...
The Fix: Brooklyn with Clay Williams
James Beard Award‑winning photographer Clay Williams, a co‑founder of Black Food Folks, offers a rare, lived‑in perspective on Brooklyn after four decades of residency. He grew up in Bed‑Stuy, lived there for nearly 30 years, and was displaced by rising rents around...
Why We Love True Pecorino Romano
The post explains that true Pecorino Romano hails from Lazio, Italy, yet most cheese sold under that name today is mass‑produced in Sardinia, and many U.S. versions are made from cow’s milk. It highlights how terroir—sheep diet and climate—creates distinct...
Hello From Puglia
The author writes from a small desk in Lecce, Italy, shortly after launching a new book and hosting a food tour. She describes Lecce as unusually clean, quiet, and uncrowded, contrasting it with typical Italian city scenes. The post highlights...
Spring Restaurant Rush, 2026
FOUND’s annual "The Nines" list, a curated ranking of New York’s top dining venues, has added Marcel to its 2026 edition. Marcel, located on the Upper East Side, delivers French cuisine crafted by the La Mercerie team within the dramatic downstairs...
What If Your Thermostat Is Controlling Your Blood Sugar?
Recent research shows that simply lowering bedroom temperature can reactivate brown adipose tissue (BAT) and improve glucose metabolism. In a four‑month study, men sleeping at 66°F increased BAT volume, enhanced insulin sensitivity, and boosted diet‑induced thermogenesis, while warmer nights reversed...
Is Mole Pechuga Mezcal About to Have Its Moment?
Mexican mezcal producers are blending traditional mole sauces with pechuga-style distillations, creating complex spirits known as mole pechuga mezcal. The practice, allowed under the NOM‑070 “destilado con” category, has moved from rare artisanal batches to limited commercial releases such as...
Sunday Edition: Horses as Food
The United States stopped commercial horse slaughter in 2006 after Congress withdrew USDA inspection funding, ending a domestic market that once processed roughly 105,000 horses annually for export. Since then, horse meat remains legal to eat but cannot be sold...
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Bob Dunning’s latest Substack post shares a precise St. Patrick’s Day recipe. He recommends 87 g of corned beef paired with 46 g of boiled cabbage, a 1.9 : 1 meat‑to‑veg ratio. Published on May 2, 2026, the note has drawn 20 likes and 13 comments from...
Cinco De Mayo, But Keep It Real
Yvette Marquez‑Sharpnack’s Cinco de Mayo post urges readers to celebrate the holiday with cultural respect, highlighting the battle of Puebla’s historic roots. She stresses buying and sharing recipes from authentic Mexican and Mexican‑American creators rather than generic or AI‑generated content....
Creating a True Coastal Experience in a Landlocked State
Sean Huggard, founder of Shutting Good Hospitality, partnered with Blue Island Oyster Farm to launch Denver’s Blue Island Oyster Bar, giving the landlocked restaurant full control over its oyster supply. Owning the farm enables a "dock to dish" model that...
The Mandrake Launches YOPO Zaytoun as Signature Restaurant with Eastern Mediterranean Focus
The Mandrake hotel in Fitzrovia will relaunch its flagship restaurant as YOPO Zaytoun on May 14, 2026, shifting its culinary focus to Eastern Mediterranean cuisine. Led by head chef Viktor Yordanov and director of F&B Tim Lang, the menu emphasizes...
Beyond the Hype at London’s Newest Viral Sandwich Spot
Logma, an Iranian‑Iraqi café‑bistro that opened in London Fields in January 2025, quickly became a viral sandwich destination thanks to its gargantuan pitas filled with lamb kofte or aubergine. The founders, Ziad Halub and Farsin Rabiee, are self‑taught chefs who...
Dining in Italy: Trattoria Da Amerigo*
Trattoria da Amerigo, a modest Bologna eatery, has held a Michelin star since 1998 while retaining the informal vibe of a traditional trattoria. The restaurant offers a four‑course set menu at €55 (≈$60) and a five‑course seasonal menu at €70...
Carlotta Celebrates Third Anniversary with Speakeasy-Style Italo-American Jazz Night in Marylebone
Carlotta, the Big Mamma Group’s Marylebone restaurant, is marking its third anniversary on 12 May with a one‑night‑only Italo‑American jazz event. The top‑floor dining room will be turned into a speakeasy‑style venue where guests can enjoy a four‑course set menu priced...
Jamie Younger to Relaunch The Victory Pub on Lordship Lane with Modern British-French Menu
Hospitality veteran Jamie Younger is relaunching The Victory on Lordship Lane in East Dulwich this May, restoring its original name after a full refurbishment. The 110‑seat venue will feature a British‑ingredient‑led menu with modern French bistro influences, led by executive...
Weekly Review: Del Fagioli, Florence
Del Fagioli, a tucked‑away trattoria near Ponte alle Grazie in Florence, delivers classic Tuscan cuisine without the tourist‑driven price inflation. The restaurant operates on a cash‑only policy and offers a €40 (~$44) bottle of Chianti Classico that pairs well with...
Season Two of "Everything on the Menu with Braun Strowman" Premieres Friday, June 5 on USA Network
USA Network will launch season two of "Everything on the Menu with Braun Strowman" on Friday, June 5 at 11 p.m. ET/PT, following WWE SmackDown. The new season follows Strowman as he travels to 12 U.S. culinary capitals, from Seattle to...
Sheet Pan Kaftas
The post details a sheet‑pan kafta recipe that blends 1 lb ground beef with 1 lb ground lamb, seasoned with Middle‑Eastern spices, and roasted alongside cherry tomatoes, onions and jalapeños. Each 2‑ounce kafta yields about 18 pieces, serving six people with a...
Fishwife Finds Its Moment as Tinned Fish Goes Mainstream
Tinned fish is experiencing a premium resurgence, with Fishwife leading the shift. The brand earned a shout‑out from celebrity chef Alton Brown in a Chowhound feature, highlighting its design‑forward packaging and high‑quality sourcing. Fishwife differentiates itself by focusing on storytelling,...
Smashed #83: Review of the Restaurant Reviews
The latest Smashed column lampoons William Sitwell’s Telegraph review of Lapin in Bristol, while Grace Dent offers a tongue‑in‑cheek endorsement of Impala in London. Dent also highlights the financial surge of Super 8 Group, whose wood‑fired restaurant portfolio posted a 13%...
Kaiseki Unbuttoned
Chef Hirohisa Hayashi is transforming his acclaimed Soho kaiseki restaurant, Hirohisa, into a new casual eatery called Soba Ulala. The revamped venue will focus on house‑made soba and an à la carte menu while preserving his hallmark hyper‑seasonal, pristine ingredients....
Restaurants, Brooklyn Heights & Dumbo
The post highlights FOUND’s "The Nines" curated list of top restaurants in NYC and surrounding areas, directing readers to the full neighborhood guide. It spotlights Ziggy’s Roman Cafe in Dumbo, noting its Roman‑style pizzas, Italian‑inspired cocktails, and family‑friendly atmosphere. The...
Dinner Tonight :: Sorted
A home cook transformed two pounds of ground beef and a wilted cabbage into a spicy, Asian‑inspired noodle dish for her kids. By swapping the intended chuck roast for ground beef, she created a budget‑friendly meal that served eight. The...
Cooking My Way Around the World: A Midyear Update
In early 2026 the author launched a year‑long challenge to cook traditional dishes from 30 countries, hosting a themed dinner each week for friends. Twelve nations are completed, with standout meals like Peruvian Pescado a la Chorillana, Zanzibari pizza, and...
Porotos Granados — Chile's Summer Harvest Bean Stew
Porotos Granados is a traditional Chilean summer stew built around cranberry beans, field corn and butternut squash, finished with fresh basil. The dish is a seasonal staple in January‑February, served with the bright pebre condiment and crusty bread. The article...
Restaurants, Most Anticipated
Chef Hasung Lee, formerly of Atomix, is debuting a new fine‑dining venue called Oyatte in Manhattan's Murray Hill. The restaurant will take over the former Kajitsu location and feature a bi‑level layout that showcases an Upstate farm‑driven menu. Opening is...
The Slow Revelation of Abruzzo’s Reale
Siblings Niko and Cristiana Romito have converted a former Abruzzo monastery into Reale, a high‑end destination restaurant. The venue sits in the Sangro Valley on the edge of Parco Nazionale d’Abruzzo, accessed via a scenic drive from Rome or Naples....
La Maritxu to Open Fourth Basque Cheesecake Shop at Coal Drops Yard This May
La Maritxu, the London‑based Basque cheesecake chain founded in 2021, will launch its fourth shop at Coal Drops Yard in May 2026. The new outlet, the brand’s smallest with 14 seats, will serve classic cheesecake slices, whole cakes in four...
Rossella to Open Muswell Hill Restaurant, Bar and Deli in May as Family-Run Italian Expands in North London
Rossella, the family‑run Italian restaurant founded by Luca Meola, will open its second North London venue in Muswell Hill in May. The new location combines a restaurant, bar and deli, and will soft‑launch from 5‑10 May with a 50% discount...
Inside Look: Curate, Cape Town, South Africa
Curate, a restaurant inside Cape Town’s Ellerman House, blends a 10,000‑bottle wine collection with a terroir‑centric interior design. The space features a Terroir Wall showcasing soils from 100 local vineyards and a carbon‑fibre corkscrew sculpture that stores 1,500 red wines....
KP+: Brunsviger with Grapes & Rosemary
The KP+ post dated April 26, 2026, spotlights an excerpt from Marie Frank’s debut cookbook *More Than Sweet*. It features a reimagined Danish classic—Brunsviger—enhanced with fresh grapes and rosemary. Nicola Lamb introduces the recipe, noting its blend of caramelized butter, sweet fruit,...
Lemon Ricotta Ravioli
The post walks readers through a step‑by‑step recipe for lemon ricotta ravioli, starting with a simple 00‑flour pasta dough and a creamy garlic‑lemon ricotta filling. It highlights a butter‑based sauce finished with shaved parmesan, capers, and fresh basil, and includes...
I Flew On Air Force One. I'm Here To Talk About The Food
The author joined President Trump on a two‑day Air Force One trip to Las Vegas and Phoenix, focusing on the aircraft’s cuisine rather than politics. While the meals on the presidential plane are traditionally flawless, the writer pledges a rigorous,...
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...
Westminster Abbey’s Cellarium Café Unveils Summer Afternoon Tea in Historic Medieval Vaults
Westminster Abbey’s Cellarium Café & Terrace has introduced the Abbey in Bloom Afternoon Tea, a seasonal menu priced at £38 (≈$48) per person, available daily throughout summer 2026. The offering combines classic British flavors, seasonal ingredients, and a selection of...
Boundary Rooftop Reopens for Summer with Mediterranean Menu and Analog Culture Arts Programme
Boundary Rooftop & Bar, perched atop the Boundary Shoreditch hotel, is reopening for the 2026 summer season with a Mediterranean‑focused menu that emphasizes charcoal‑grilled small plates and a 35‑day salt‑aged T‑bone steak for sharing. The venue retains its 360‑degree views...