Anajak Thai
Anajak Thai, tucked on Ventura Boulevard in the San Fernando Valley, is being touted as Los Angeles' top Thai restaurant. Its signature Kampachi crudo has sparked comparisons to Nobu’s tiradito, while a recent private event for pop star Niall Horan highlighted the venue’s celebrity appeal. The restaurant’s popularity reflects the Valley’s evolution from a cheap‑housing backwater to a thriving culinary hub, and reservations, though challenging, are available via OpenTable. The story underscores how shifting demographics are reshaping LA’s dining geography.
Ixta Belfrage’s Spicy Fish Soup with Rouille
Vittles magazine’s Spring Recipe Supplement features Ixta Belfrage’s spicy fish soup inspired by a Marseille bouillabaisse but infused with Italian, Mexican, and Turkish flavors. The recipe combines Turkish hot red pepper paste, tomato paste, saffron, lime, and a garlic‑laden rouille,...
From The Strand to Chiswick
Simpsons on the Strand has reopened after a major redesign by Jeremy King, featuring two new bars and a polished interior. While the venue impresses visually, the menu delivers pleasant but uninspired dishes at a high price point. In Chiswick,...
Zanzibari Pizza with Urojo Soup & Coconut Rice
Zanzibari pizza, a folded paratha stuffed with garam masala‑spiced mushrooms, cabbage, tomato and egg, is served alongside a bright turmeric‑potato soup called urojo and a sweet coconut rice. The recipe traces the dish’s evolution from Indian chapati through Kenyan keema...
Bobby Flay, Maneet Chauhan and Brooke Williamson Lead Teams of Elite Pitmasters in Return of Fiery Competition Series "BBQ Brawl"
Food Network revives its BBQ competition series “BBQ Brawl” on May 11, 2026, featuring celebrity chefs Bobby Flay, Maneet Chauhan and newcomer captain Brooke Williamson. The trio each leads a team of twelve elite pitmasters through nine intense episodes, culminating in a July 6...
Japanese Dual-Concept Ramen and Handroll Bar to Open Tomorrow in Soho
Chef Teddy Lee is launching a two‑floor Japanese venue in Soho on April 3, 2026. The ground floor, Maki & Ramen Soho, serves classic comfort dishes like tonkotsu ramen, sushi rolls and cocktails across 110 seats. The upper floor, Maki Nori, offers...
High Bar
Lapaba, a new pasta bar, opened in late January at the bustling Sixth and Western intersection in Los Angeles’ Koreatown. The restaurant blends classic Italian techniques with quintessential Korean flavors, creating a Korean‑Italian fusion menu. Early buzz suggests it will...
Guilty Pleasures
Chef Brian Bornemann, owner of Santa Monica’s Crudo e Nudo, outlines his Thursday routine that blends gym workouts, restaurant prep, and personal projects. He details sourcing premium rockfish and Baja kanpachi for dry‑aging, updating wine lists, and attending a Top Chef...
Les Enfants Du Marché
Les Enfants du Marché is a Japanese‑inflected counter tucked inside Paris’ historic Marché des Enfants Rouges. It serves inventive small plates—caviar tartelettes, karaage asparagus, offal, whole fish—on stools without reservations, pairing the dishes with a natural‑wine list on request. Prices...
The Sloane Club Opens Doors to Public for First Time with New Café and Wine Bar in Chelsea
The Sloane Club, a historic Chelsea private members' club, is launching its first public venue, Café 1922, on April 7, 2026. Located on Lower Sloane Street, the all‑day café and evening wine bar offers handmade pastries, specialty coffee, and a...
Nicolas Appert and the Invention of Canned Food
In 1795 the French government offered a 12,000‑franc prize (≈$2,400) for a food‑preservation solution, prompting confectioner Nicolas Appert to experiment with sealed glass bottles boiled in water. After fourteen years of trial and error, he demonstrated that food could remain...
Urban Greens and Kricket Team up to Launch Limited-Edition Indian-Inspired Salad Across London
London’s fast‑casual salad chain Urban Greens has partnered with Indian restaurant group Kricket to debut a limited‑edition Kricket Salad. The dish, inspired by achaar pickles and channa pulao, will be sold at all six Urban Greens locations from early April...
S Pellegrino Young Chef Academy Opens 2026–27 Applications with Top UK Chefs on Jury
The San Pellegrino Young Chef Academy has opened applications for its 2026‑27 edition, inviting chefs under 30 to submit a signature dish by 9 June 2026. A UK regional final will take place in October, judged by a seven‑member panel of prominent British...
Yannick Alléno and Claude Bosi to Host Collaborative Lyon-Inspired Dinner at Pavyllon London
Two of France’s most celebrated chefs, Yannick Alléno and Claude Bosi, will team up for a one‑night, six‑course dinner at Pavyllon London on 29 April 2026. The event, priced at £145 (approximately $184) per guest, transforms the Four Seasons venue into a...
Rycrofte’s Restaurant Brings Modern British Cuisine to New London City Hotel This Month
Rycrofte’s Restaurant, Coffeehouse and Bar will debut in 2026 at The Derby London City, a Curio Collection by Hilton hotel on Great Tower Street. Named after Sir John Rycrofte, the venue blends modern British cuisine with historic references, featuring seasonal...
Do Bay Leaves Add Flavor?
A blind taste test on Milk Street’s TV set compared five chicken stocks simmered with different bay leaf varieties. The control stock without leaves was deemed tasteless, while Turkish and old dried leaves added little to no flavor. Fresh leaves...
Wasabi Launches Expanded Onigiri Range
Wasabi, the London‑born Japanese quick‑service chain, is rolling out an expanded onigiri range across its more than 40 UK locations starting at the end of March. The new line features four flavours—Salmon Teriyaki, Spicy Tuna, Avocado & Edamame, and BBQ Chicken—aimed at...
Dining, Citi Field
The Found NY post teases a deeper look at dining options inside Citi Field, linking the venue’s food offerings to The Nines, a curated list of New York City’s top restaurants. The article is behind a paywall, inviting readers to...
Sticks’n’Sushi Brings Japanese-Scandinavian Dining to Manchester with Spinningfields Opening
Sticks’n’Sushi opened its first Manchester venue in Spinningfields Square, extending the brand’s Japanese‑Scandinavian concept beyond Denmark and the UK’s existing hubs. The two‑storey restaurant, designed by Berlin firm Diener & Diener, blends Japanese architectural cues with Scandinavian timber and glass,...
Rake at the Compton Arms Earns Michelin Guide Nod for Innovative British Pub Fare
Rake, the kitchen residency at London’s historic Compton Arms, has been added to the Michelin Guide’s New section, highlighting its modern British cuisine. The venture, led by chefs Jay Claus and Syrus Pickhaver, operates as a temporary residency rather than...
Veeraswamy Marks 100th Anniversary with Nostalgia Menu Celebrating a Century of Indian Cuisine in London
London’s Veeraswamy, the nation’s oldest Indian restaurant, has unveiled a special *Nostalgia* menu to celebrate its 100‑year anniversary. The menu revives historic dishes, including a 1947 Hyderabadi Lamb Salan Curry and Anglo‑Indian Mulligatawny Soup, showcasing the evolution of Indian cuisine...
A Lighter and Possibly More Delicious Alfredo
An avid thrifter discovered an old cookbook featuring a unique Alfredo recipe that relies solely on slow‑cooked onions for its creamy base. By incorporating fennel for added sweetness, the author created a lighter version that can be enjoyed more frequently...
How Landlocked Madrid Became a Seafood Capital
Madrid, a landlocked capital, has emerged as a European seafood hotspot thanks to a post‑pandemic surge in innovative restaurants and a robust supply chain. The city’s newest star, Desde 1911, often requires six‑month reservations, reflecting soaring demand. Backed by the historic...
Sommelier Program Returns to New York for 10th Edition
The Olive Oil Times Education Lab’s Sommelier Certificate Program is back in New York’s Flatiron District for its 10th annual edition, a milestone for the five‑day intensive course. The flagship program delivers rigorous training in sensory analysis, production methods, health benefits,...
The Fix: Toronto with Ivy Knight
Ivy Knight, a French‑Canadian writer, filmmaker and former line cook, reflects on Toronto’s transformation over the 25 years she’s lived there. Visitor numbers have risen sharply, and the city’s food, art and nightlife now rank among the world’s most diverse....
From Chelsea to Pimlico
Corenucopia, the casual offshoot of the Core restaurant, delivers refined seafood dishes such as a Dover sole with lobster mousse that earned high praise, though its wine list leans toward the pricey end. The venue is consistently packed, reflecting strong...
Rethinking Salade Niçoise
Chef Guillaume Dehecq reinvented the classic salade niçoise by pairing canned tuna with seared sushi‑grade tuna and omitting potatoes, a nod to Provençal cuisine. The dish features a medley of seasonal vegetables such as asparagus, artichoke hearts, and cherry tomatoes,...
Seafood Towers
The Nines, a flagship restaurant in Manhattan, has introduced a curated "Seafood Tower" menu, showcasing nine premium shellfish selections. The offering combines oysters, clams, shrimp, mussels, and artisanal sauces on a chilled ice pedestal, targeting affluent diners seeking experiential luxury....
Mirazur Delivers A Meal of a Lifetime
Mirazur marked its 20th anniversary by unveiling a special tasting menu curated by Ferran Adrià, the legendary El Bulli chef. The menu, described as a “greatest‑hits” collection re‑imagined by Adrià, runs from April 1 to May 16, 2026, and costs roughly $580 per person....
Oysters
The blog post lists the nine top oyster destinations in Los Angeles, beginning with Crudo e Nudo in Santa Monica, noted for its chalkboard specials and curated wine pairings. Each venue offers a distinct patio or indoor setting, catering to both locals...
Kiln and Smoking Goat Chefs to Join Comal in NYC for Collaborative Tasting Menu
London’s Kiln and Smoking Goat chefs will partner with New York’s Comal for a two‑night, five‑course tasting menu on April 23‑24, 2026. The collaborative dinner, sponsored by hospitality‑tech firm Blackbird, showcases a blend of Mexican and Southeast Asian flavors using...
Bicep to Headline Sensora Sensory Charity Dinner to Raise Funds for Brain Tumour Research
Electronic duo Bicep will headline Sensora, a multi‑sensory charity dinner in London’s West End on May 5, 2026. The event pairs six Michelin‑starred chefs with each of the five senses plus memory, offering a six‑course tasting while raising funds for The Brain...
Alberto Landgraf to Release Oteque Cookbook with Carbon Footprint Data for Every Recipe in World First
Brazilian chef Alberto Landgraf will publish *Oteque* in April 2026, a hardcover cookbook that uniquely includes carbon‑footprint data for each of its 78 recipes. The environmental metrics were calculated with sustainability consultancy Reach Eat, making it the first global culinary...
The Original Ivy Launches Heritage Menu for Pre- and Post-Theatre Dining in Covent Garden
The Original Ivy in Covent Garden has unveiled a Heritage Menu aimed at pre‑ and post‑theatre diners. The menu, available Monday‑Friday, offers two courses for about $36 and three courses for about $44. Dishes range from classic Ivy shepherd’s pie...
Gloria Introduces Italo Sunday Club with Italian Sharing Feast in Shoreditch
Gloria, the Shoreditch outpost of the Big Mamma Group, has launched the Italo Sunday Club, a three‑course Italian sharing feast offered every Sunday for £39 (about $50) per person. The set menu runs from midday to 4:30 pm and accommodates groups...
Burnt Ends Celebrates 13th Anniversary with Global Chef Takeovers From Four Continents
Singapore’s Michelin‑starred Burnt Ends marks its 13th anniversary with a global chef takeover series in 2026, featuring culinary talent from Chile, Australia, India and Brazil. Each visiting chef will command the restaurant’s four‑tonne wood‑fired ovens for a single, ingredient‑driven dinner....
Peruvian Chef Jaime Pesaque Brings Mayta Flavours to Ricard Camarena Restaurant for One-Night Collaboration in Valencia
Peruvian chef Jaime Pesaque, founder of Lima's Mayta, took full creative control of a one‑night menu at Valencia's two‑Michelin‑star Ricard Camarena Restaurant. The collaboration blended indigenous Peruvian ingredients with the Valencian chef’s regional produce, offering diners a rare cross‑cultural fine‑dining...
Holy Carrot Bistro Opens in Spitalfields, Bringing Fire-Led, Vegetable-Focused Dining to East London
Holy Carrot Bistro has opened in Spitalfields, marking the brand's second London location and a shift to a neighbourhood bistro format. Founded by Irina Linovich and helmed by chef Daniel Watkins, the venue expands the fire‑led, fermentation‑focused, low‑waste menu first...
Maison Pommery to Host Exclusive Champagne Tasting at Sycamore in Covent Garden This April
Maison Pommery will host a one‑night‑only champagne tasting at Sycamore in Covent Garden on 8 April 2026. Tickets are £50 (approximately $62) for a two‑hour session featuring three Pommery cuvées, including the newly launched 1874 Apanage Blanc de Blancs and the rare...
Catch 22
Chef Gang Lin, former right‑hand at the acclaimed Yoshino sushi bar, is opening his own eight‑seat counter, Kobashi, on Manhattan’s 7th Avenue next month. The new venue blends his Chinese heritage with traditional Edomae sushi, promising a distinctive culinary experience....
The Long Way to Quetzal
Chef Steven Molnar, originally trained for French cuisine, now leads Toronto’s Michelin‑starred Quetzal, a restaurant that has reshaped the city’s view of Mexican food. A research trip to Oaxaca inspired him to adopt ancient Oaxacan recipes and live‑fire techniques, which...
Bōkan 37 Unveils Spring Brunch Menu with Skyline Views over Canary Wharf
Bōkan 37, perched on the 37th floor of the Novotel at 40 Marsh Wall in Canary Wharf, has launched a spring brunch available every Saturday from 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm. The three‑course menu, curated by Executive Chef Robert Manea, is priced at £45 (≈$58)...
Bone Daddies to Open New Old Compton Street Ramen Bar in Soho with Tribute Dessert
Bone Daddies, a leading London ramen chain, will launch a new restaurant on Old Compton Street in Soho on 6 April 2026. The 80‑seat venue replaces the long‑standing pop‑up Shackfuyu, which is closing after an 11‑year run. The space combines the brand’s...
Meat & Fire Festival to Return to Barcelona with World-Class Lineup of Grill Masters
The fourth Meat & Fire festival will take place June 12-14, 2026 at Barcelona’s Port Vell, featuring more than 30 grill chefs from across the globe. Organisers highlight a record‑breaking international lineup, including award‑winning Argentine chef Daniel Cocchia and debut representatives...
The Fix: Seoul with Edward Lee
Chef Edward Lee takes readers on a culinary tour of Seoul, from bustling traditional markets and late‑night ramyun stalls to upscale dishes like steak tartar gimbap. He frames the city’s rapid evolution from post‑war recovery to a global technology and...
Each Slice of This Bread Loaf Reveals a Hidden Creature Inside
Japanese baker konel_bread has turned ordinary loaves into visual surprises by embedding colorful, cartoon‑style creatures throughout the dough. Each slice reveals the same tiny figure, creating a consistent hidden image from end to end. The technique, which blends precise dough...
From Surbiton to Mayfair
Koyal, a modestly located Indian restaurant in Surbiton, delivers arguably the best Indian food in London, featuring standout dishes like wild boar vindaljo and tandoori prawns at prices well below Mayfair equivalents. Across town, Cocochine in Mayfair blends French technique...
Chocolate Whiskey Loaf Cake
Jamie Schler, an American food writer living in France, shares a chocolate whiskey loaf cake recipe that blends French terroir sensibilities with classic spirits. She explains how adding whiskey to desserts creates depth and a subtle warmth without overwhelming richness....
Can You Truly Recreate the Osteria in Soho?
Osteria Vibrato, a new Italian restaurant on Soho’s Greek Street, opened in February 2024 and immediately sparked debate over its use of the traditional "osteria" label. Reviewer Bartolomeo Sala traces the term back to its roots as a traveler’s host...
The Clock Never Stops in Return of Groundbreaking Culinary Competition Series "24 in 24: Last Chef Standing"
Food Network’s "24 in 24: Last Chef Standing" returns for a third season, premiering April 26 at 8 p.m. ET/PT and streaming the next day on HBO Max and discovery+. The real‑time competition pits 24 chefs—including Michelin‑starred talent and network favorites—against 24...