I never set out to stick my knife into a restaurant – but some just deserve it

The Observer restaurant critic’s most biting reviews have now been collected in a book. Here, he defends the art of negative criticism – after all, it’s just a part of the job

“Unique, memorable, and emotional experiences” brought “Alain Ducasse au Plaza Athénée” and “Le Cinq” 3 stars in the Michelin Guide France 2016

Alain Ducasse au Plaza Athénée and Le Cinq gain three stars in the MICHELIN Guide France 2016. This year two famous luxury Paris establishments picked up three stars in the MICHELIN Guide France 2016: “Alain Ducasse au Plaza Athénée” and “Le Cinq” restaurant in the Four Seasons Hotel George V. Alain Ducasse au Plaza Athénée, where … Read more