Category: Cigars & Spirits
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This is the podium of Bocuse d’or 2019, the biennial world chef championship
Another full Nordic podium! And the winner is… Team DENMARK! Congratulations to Kenneth Toft-Hansen, Christian Wellendorf Kleinertt and coach Rasmus Kofoed for their incredible work on the two gourmet themes of the 2019 Bocuse d’Or Finale! After 62 national selections, 3 continental selections during 2 years, 24 selected chefs competed to win the most…
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With only 250 bottles, the Macallan 52 years old 2018 is never to be repeated
With only 250 individually numbered bottles available worldwide, this is a highly limited and expertly crafted release which will be desired by the world’s whisky lovers and luxury connoisseurs. The Macallan 52 years old is an elegant and unique whisky, embodying the distinct quality The Macallan is renown for. Single malt Scotch whisky distillery…
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The problem with food tourism: the chefs fighting to keep their restaurants special
Clamour for tables is all very well, but for some restaurateurs, the acclaim that comes with a Michelin star or TV fame can be bewildering and disruptive
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The 2019 MICHELIN Guide France is demonstrating a gastronomic France that excels on all fronts
Michelin unveiled the selection of the MICHELIN Guide France 2019. Including 632 starred establishments, the 2019 vintage has grown this year with 75 new establishments gaining either one, two or three stars: a record level never seen before. “From remarkable regional dynamism, to showcasing new talented youngsters, and to an unprecedented number of new star-studded…
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My idea of luxury? Proper mushy peas
Luxury food doesn’t have to be expensive, and expensive food isn’t always the definition of luxury
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Turning water into wine: how did simple H2O become a luxury commodity?
From crystal infusions to water sommeliers and even bottling the frequency of rainbows, the top end of town has well and truly cashed in on the world’s most vital resource