Spending a week in the kitchens of artisan chocolatiers

Tour de Chocolat: Diving into the world of fine chocolate. Tour de Chocolat is a culinary adventure in Switzerland for the fine chocolate lover in all of us. Switzerland is the birthplace of fine chocolate. Smooth, creamy, dark, and delicious. Swiss chocolate makers and confectioners have been at the forefront of chocolate development for over … Read more

The best thing I ate in 2016

From a homemade birthday cake to wild pig in the Yucatán, the big names in food, including Nigella Lawson, René Redzepi and Nadiya Hussain, recall their favourite eating experiences of 2016

The great Christmas 2016 taste test

Observer Food Monthly’s cast of Dickensian players feast on the high street’s cakes, cheese and chocolates. Which are the best buys? And did anyone ask for more?

Comptoir Pierre Gagnaire debuts at Capella Shanghai, Jian Ye Li

Capella Shanghai, Jian Ye Li, is the only all-villa urban resort in the city. A rare architectural heritage, the hotel offers discerning guests the authentic experience of Shanghai’s romantic past. The estate comprises 55 villas, 40 residential apartments as well as The Gallery, which is a collection of restaurants and lifestyle brands. Here, Capella Hotel … Read more

Osteria Francescana: does the world’s best restaurant live up to the hype?

Tanya Gold goes very, very fine dining in Modena, Italy

In praise of … Top Chef, the Michelin-starred reality TV show

Heading into its 14th season the reality show for real foodies doesn’t need to deal in wine throwing and hissy fits, it’s far too good for deep-fried cliches