Why You Need to Watch 'Top Chef' Tonight
The blog spotlights the upcoming premiere of Top Chef Season 23, set to air on March 9 and filmed in the Carolinas. It recounts a recent gathering at New York’s James Beard House, where judges Kristen Kish, Gail Simmons and Tom Colicchio joined the spirit of James Beard. Season 22 winner Tristen Epps‑Long will prepare a celebratory dinner at the historic venue, showcasing the show’s prestigious prize. The piece frames the event as a must‑watch culinary moment.
From Petersham to Knightsbridge
The review highlights two standout London eateries: Nanyang Blossom in Knightsbridge, a smart Chinese‑Malaysian venue praised for its seafood dishes, elegant décor and attentive service despite premium pricing; and The Dysart near Richmond, a chef‑driven restaurant led by Roux Scholar...
From Twickenham to Mayfair
Hakkasan Mayfair is now the only Hakkasan in London, marking 25 years since the original opened and proving the brand’s timeless appeal. The restaurant retains its sleek décor, clever lighting, and appealing menu, continuing to attract diners despite not following...
From Petersham to Mayfair
London’s fine‑dining scene sees two standout venues—Cocochine and Dysart—offering high‑quality, ingredient‑driven menus. Cocochine, backed by a farm and private‑island investor, introduces dishes like a langoustine canape, lobster kedgeree and a Sri Lankan‑infused dessert, while its chef brings classical Petrus training....
From Clapham to Westbourne Grove
The article reviews two London eateries: Ploussard in Clapham, a French restaurant praised for its consistent tasting menu and standout duck pithivier, and Materia Prima in Westbourne Grove, a Japanese‑focused venue noted for high technical skill and imported ingredients. Both...
From Wandsworth to Soho
Frites Atelier, a casual Belgian‑style chip concept, opened its first UK restaurant in Soho, backed by three‑Michelin‑star chef Sergio Hermann of Oud Sluis. The venue emphasizes simple yet high‑quality fries paired with inventive toppings, including a Flemish beef stew. Meanwhile,...
From Euston to Hammersmith
The blog spotlights two affordable London eateries: Master Wei in Hammersmith, praised for authentic noodles and standout Kung pao prawns, and Diwana Bhel Poori in Euston, a long‑standing vegetarian Indian snack bar known for its cheap bhel poori and chaat. Both...
16 Most Expensive Mushrooms in the World: Prices, Seasons & Where to Eat Them
The article ranks the 16 most expensive edible mushrooms, highlighting Yartsa Gunbu as the priciest at up to $138,000 per kilogram. It details price ranges, seasonal availability, and the ecological constraints that keep these fungi wild‑foraged and often uncultivable. The piece...
South Marais Food Tour
Paris’s South Marais Food Tour offers a three‑hour, small‑group culinary immersion that showcases the neighborhood’s historic cheese caves, artisan charcuterie, pastries, and wine. Guests visit up to five curated shops, enjoy a seated tasting in a vaulted cellar, and finish...
Smashed Restaurant Report: 74 Charlotte Street by Ben Murphy
The AA released its spring 2026 rosette awards, granting four rosettes to Home by James Sommerin and Sorrel, and three rosettes to several London and Scottish venues including 74 Charlotte Street, Bonheur, and LOMA. Trade publications covered the results, but...
The Art of Fire Cooking
Dong Yuan, a Hunan‑style restaurant in North Acton’s Park Royal estate, has turned fire‑intensive wok cooking into its signature experience. Owner Cui Yaohua, formerly in scrap‑metal and 3D‑filament businesses, revamped a former Lebanese takeaway with water‑curtain wok burners to deliver...
Cultivated Seafood Is Getting Real
San Diego‑based BlueNalu has raised $11 million in insider‑led financing to accelerate production of cultivated bluefin tuna toro, targeting a commercial launch in 2026. The funding will support scale‑up of bioreactor facilities and advance regulatory approval, with FDA clearance expected soon....
Anthony Bourdain Mississippi Delta: All Of The Restaurants Picked On Parts Unknown
Anthony Bourdain’s “Parts Unknown” episode on the Mississippi Delta spotlighted a handful of iconic eateries, from Big Apple Inn’s smoked‑sausage sandwiches to Doe’s Eat Place’s legendary steak‑tamales. The show also featured soul‑food staples at The Senator’s Place and pit‑smoked whole‑hog barbecue at Lamar Lounge. Several of the highlighted...
Anthony Bourdain Punjab: All Of The Restaurants Picked On Parts Unknown
Anthony Bourdain’s “Parts Unknown” episode on Punjab aired in April 2014, exploring the state’s rich, dairy‑heavy cuisine and Sikh hospitality. The show highlighted three key eateries – Kesar da Dhaba’s buttery kulcha, Beera Chicken House’s iconic tandoori chicken, and Chapslee’s...
How to Cook Taiwanese Cuisine
In the latest Strait Forward episode, host Channing Lee and award‑winning food journalist Clarissa Wei spotlight Taiwanese cuisine beyond the usual beef noodle soup and xiaolongbao, framing it as a pillar of Taiwan’s soft‑power strategy. Wei promotes her new cookbook,...
The Lightest Lasagna You Will Ever Try
A new lasagna recipe swaps traditional ricotta and tomato layers for a carrot puree, creating a markedly lighter dish. The author describes using fresh pasta sheets, a modest amount of cheese, and the sweet, earthy puree to achieve a satisfying...
Eat, Drink, Caffeinate, and Shop Like a Boss in San Francisco's North Beach
Ryan Pollnow, the pizzaiolo behind Flour + Water Pizzeria, offers a curated "Little Black Book" of North Beach’s eateries, bars, coffee houses, and boutiques. The guide highlights legacy spots like Cafe Trieste and Vesuvio alongside newer concepts such as Hilda...
A Living Archive of Peruvian Soul Food
In Lima’s bohemian Barranco district, chef José del Castillo has opened Isolina, a restaurant that functions as a living archive of traditional Peruvian home cooking. Named after his mother, the venue serves dishes such as layered causas, sharp ceviches, and...
The Best Chef in the World 2026: 18 Top Michelin Star Chefs
The 2026 ranking spotlights the world’s most‑decorated active chefs by total Michelin stars, with French legend Alain Ducasse leading at 18 and Yannick Alléno close behind at 17. The list spans 18 chefs across four continents, highlighting the concentration of three‑star venues—only...
Weekly Review: Wild Izakaya
Wild Izakaya opened in the City of London, converting a former Brown’s office into a sleek Tokyo‑inspired bar. Backed by the team behind Pinna, Beast, and Goodman, it offers authentic izakaya dishes led by Chef Satoru Hashimoto. The venue boasts...
Smashed: An Announcement
The author postpones Smashed #80 to focus on launching a second newsletter, "Serving Up," for Brighton’s Best Restaurants. The new publication debuts this Friday, offering free, twice‑monthly content that blends chef interviews, cocktail recipes, and dish reviews. It coincides with...