Documenting great food, great wine and great restaurants.
Ezcaray, La Rioja: April 2023
In the picturesque heart of Ezcaray, Echaurren Tradición is a symbol of Spain’s traditional gastronomy. Apart from the famous croquetas of Marisa, dishes such as stews, roast lamb, and potatoes a la riojana alone are worth a visit.
Founded in 1898, …
New York: June 2022
Jamal James Kent and Jeff Katz are on a roll with their new ventures, Crown Shy and Saga. Enticed by Crown Shy’s more casual setting, we decided to drop by. No wonder it’s a hit – the food speaks for itself.
Born …
Getaria: September 2021
If Spain has been the birthplace of avant-garde cuisine, it has also been instrumental in revitalizing a more produce-driven cuisine, especially in the Basque country. Elkano is one of the sacred places, a shrine built for grilled turbot.
Getaria, as a coastal city in the heart of …
Naples: August 2023
After publishing our guide to pizza in New York, we felt compelled to embark on a quest for the authentic pizza napoletana during our trip to Campania. Pizza is not just a food in Naples; it’s deeply ingrained in the culture, with complexities that might surprise …
Castel di Sangro, Abruzzo: August 2023
Perched at an altitude of 820m on the Apennine Mountains of Abruzzo, Reale’s location might evoke a comparison with Le Suquet, but the food certainly has a language of its own. While Michel Bras evokes an uncanny authenticity and Alain Passard infuses a spontaneous …
New York: February 2022
Hidden within a supermarket in Hell’s Kitchen, Manhattan, Chef’s Table at Brooklyn Fare emerges as a culinary wonder. Guided by chef César Ramírez, a master of his craft, the restaurant displays an uncompromising devotion to quality and creativity. Ramírez sources the finest ingredients from around the …
London: December 2021
Dining at a restaurant whose death (including its cuisine and philosophy) was foretold was an interesting experience, even more on a celebratory day like Christmas. But then, the meal was so exceptionally good, that it was hard to believe that it would cease to exist. We assisted …
Barcelona: October 2022
What’s the best restaurant in Barcelona? That’s easy: Disfrutar. But what’s our favourite? That is Alkostat. Located within the historic Moritz Brewery building, Alkostat offers a one-of-a-kind dining experience alongside its Michelin-starred counterpart, Alkimia. Under the guidance of chef Jordi Vilà, Alkostat appeals to a broader audience …
New York: February 2022
We are not sure if Humm has achieved his goal of ‘redefining luxury as an experience that serves a higher purpose’, but certainly Eleven Madison Park is very different since he decided to abandon the dishes that once defined the restaurant. We still remember the first …
Barcelona: September 2022
At Dos Pebrots, historical gastronomy and avant-garde philosophy collide in an experience inspired by the Mediterranean’s rich food legacy. Albert Raurich, a former disciple of Ferran Adrià at elBulli, weaves a tale of traditional cooking methods, forgotten recipes, and innovative fusion. Undoubtedly, the result is one of …