Il Palagio, the winery owned by world renowned singer Sting and his wife Trudie Styler, a film producer, director and human rights activist is launching a tasting tour that is aimed at meeting citizens of the world who enjoy food, wine and culture. Featuring wines named Sister Moon, When we Dance, Casino delle Vie, Beppe Rosato, Message in a Bottle White and Message in a … [Read more...]
Heston Blumenthal gets Lifetime Achievement award: ‘The future is very exciting’
The man who became famous for his egg-and-bacon ice cream and snail porridge many years ago has been awarded the 2017 Diners Club Lifetime Achievement Award. Celebrated chef Heston Blumenthal of The Fat Duck and Dinner by Heston Blumenthal received the prestigious honour which is part of The World’s 50 Best Restaurants awards, which will take place on April 5th at the Royal … [Read more...]
Paul Cunningham clinches second Michelin star: “I did not see it coming”
Paul Cunningham, chef of Henne Kirkeby Kro in Henne on the rugged coast of Denmark got the surprise of his life as he clinched the second Michelin star after receiving the first last year. "I did not see it coming," he said. "It was a wonderful surprising experience. I am humbled, grateful and proud. My Hennefolk, I love you," he said. Known for his bold and dramatic … [Read more...]
Chocolate fashion show inaugurates this year’s edition of Salon du Chocolat in Brussels
The 2017 edition of the Salon du Chocolat kicked off on Thursday evening at Tour et Taxis with the traditional chocolate fashion show. Chocolatiers joined forces with Belgian designers to create a number of spectacular outfits which were paraded by Belgian television and radio personalities. Among the chocolatiers taking part this year were bean to bar chocolatier Benoit … [Read more...]
Frites Atelier Amsterdam by Sergio Herman to open in Antwerp this week
The much awaited Frites Atelier Amsterdam, a french fries chain created by one of the world's most talented chefs Sergio Herman, will be opening in the Belgian city of Antwerp on Friday. Launched last year in the Netherlands, this will be the first Frites Atelier Amsterdam in Belgium (and the fourth shop selling french fries). The shop which opens from 11am on Friday and is … [Read more...]
