The Observer Food Monthly has a list of the 50 hottest places, people and trends in food. Like all lists there is bound to be disagreement as to what has not made it to this list. Nevertheless, this is full of information on all matters related to food, so make sure you bookmark it and keep it as a reference point. Robert Parker, the influential wine critic has advised … [Read more...]
Archives for 2015
Money talks: Controversial sponsorship at Milan Expo highlights many contradictions
They say you need to lead by example so the announcement by Expo Milano recently that McDonald's and Coca Cola are now event sponsors has raised more than a few eyebrows. With the theme of the Expo Milano 2015 being 'Feeding the Planet, Energy for Life', many were quick to point out that this sponsorship announcement was jarring to say the least. With the Expo aimed at … [Read more...]
Sergio Herman on food waste: Chefs need to lead the way
Sergio Herman is an inspirational figure for chefs and foodies alike. His work ethic and determination led him to the top of the culinary world making him one of the most recognised and talented chefs in the world. For his story, you may want to take a look at our more in-depth interview. When we meet chefs we like to ask a series of similar questions to try and get … [Read more...]
A unique look at stunning bars and restaurants
Let's Go Out Again is the name of a book published last month by Gestalten. It's a stunning book about architecture and restaurants, bars and unusual food places. The cover caught our attention because it features the restaurant The Jane by Sergio Herman and Nick Bril in Antwerp (Read our interview with Sergio Herman here). The book is edited by Robert Klanten, Sven Ehmann … [Read more...]
Two Sicilian recipe books to make your mouth water
It is perhaps difficult to pinpoint an episode that really triggered my interest and passion in food and wine. Like every passion, it developed over time. But nothing has left its mark on my philosophy of eating and cooking more than an island neighbouring the island where I was born. Memories of Sicilian food do not just trigger a sense of nostalgia but in a way they mark … [Read more...]
