The 15th edition of the most prestigious sommelier competition in the world will be held at the Elisabethzaal in Antwerp between 11 and 15 March 2019. The event returns to Belgium after 50 years when the first ever competition took place in Brussels. This unique triennial world championship is the initiative of A.S.I. (Association de la Sommellerie Internationale/ … [Read more...]
Archives for September 2018
First Pizza Rossini festival showcases Italy’s most heretic pizza
Mention a pizza with pineapple and it is likely to make most Italians cringe with shock and awe. But the most heretic pizza with unusual and unexpected ingredients is the Pizza Rossini, a pizza margherita with egg and mayonnaise that will take centre stage at the first ever festival organised in Pesaro, Italy between 28 and 30 September. This pizza, a tribute to Rossini is … [Read more...]
The Jane Instantly, an Instagram account to help you secure one of the most sought after tables in the restaurant world
The Jane restaurant in Antwerp, Belgium considered to be one of the most sought after tables in the world has made it easier for customers looking to book at The Jane to get a table. Nick Bril, chef of The Jane and co-owner of the restaurant with Sergio Herman said that after hearing a million times that it is impossible to get a table at the restaurant he thought it a good … [Read more...]
Virgilio Martinez opens Ichu Peru in Hong Kong
Virgilio Martinez Véliz, the celebrated chef behind Central restaurant in Lima, Peru, has launched ICHU Peru in H Queen’s. Located in the heart of Hong Kong, ICHU serves contemporary Peruvian cuisine in a modern, bistro-style setting. “Our intention is to replicate the atmosphere of Lima’s local cevicherias,” explains Martinez. “We want to honour Peru’s no-fuss dining … [Read more...]
10th edition of Jong Keukengeweld: getting young chefs to cook for young people in Flanders
67 young top chefs from Flanders, Belgium will be taking part in the 10th edition of Jong Keukengeweld which offers young people between the ages of 18 and 30 the possibility to dine in one of 67 restaurants across Flanders for the price of 49 Euros including wine, water and beer. The price rises to 50 euros if the restaurant has a Michelin star or a Gault & Millau score … [Read more...]
