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Food News August 10 – August 16, 20261️⃣Following the devastating earthquake in Colombia, Celele will donate a contribut...
14/08/2026

Food News August 10 – August 16, 2026

1️⃣Following the devastating earthquake in Colombia, Celele will donate a contribution from every tasting menu served from August 13 to November 13 to Fundación Gastronomía Social Colombia, supporting affected communities.
📍Cartagena, Colombia
🗓️13 August – 13 November

2️⃣Extreme heatwaves are squeezing Italy’s Parmigiano Reggiano supply chain. Declining milk yields and a 30% surge in cooling costs are threatening both the dairy farmers and the cheese banks.

3️⃣The „Ben & Friends” culinary series kicks off, featuring Chef Pierre Koffmann. Host chef Ben Murphy will reunite with his mentor to recreate iconic dishes from his early days.
📍London, UK
🗓️ 15 September

4️⃣Restaurant VERT will join Nisei for an exclusive collaboration dinner. The menu features six savory courses followed by six desserts, highlighting a beautiful blend of Japanese pastry artistry.
📍San Francisco, USA
🗓️13 September

5️⃣Chef Tomás Treschanski will host Chef Francisco Ruano for a collaboration dinner. Showcasing contemporary Jalisco flavors, Chef Ruano will unite with the Argentine team for a unique culinary exchange.
📍Buenos Aires, Argentina
🗓️21 August

6️⃣Starting August 12, new regulations on PFAS chemicals in food packaging take effect in the EU. From this date, only food contact materials that meet the newly restricted PFAS thresholds will be permitted.

7️⃣Horváth is teaming up with Chef David Žefran from Restaurant Milka for an exclusive one-night collaboration. The 10-course menu will weave together both restaurants’ vegetable-focused philosophies.
📍Berlin, Germany
🗓️13 September

8️⃣Kirk Westaway will host Josh Boutwoodfor an exclusive four-hands dinner with. The tasting menu will highlight their shared ingredient-led, seasonal approach, blending European and Asian influences.
📍Makati, Philippines
🗓️25 August

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For chef Paul “Yoda” Iskov, unforgettable gastronomy isn’t born in standard restaurant kitchens, but out in the open lan...
10/08/2026

For chef Paul “Yoda” Iskov, unforgettable gastronomy isn’t born in standard restaurant kitchens, but out in the open landscapes of Western Australia. 🌿

By pairing world-class culinary techniques with a fierce respect for the land, he creates multi-course experiences where every single ingredient tells a story.

It is a powerful reminder that true modern luxury means honoring First Nations culture, protecting our natural environment, and cooking hand-in-hand with the wilderness.

Follow the rhythm of the land. Respect the source. ⛰️

Food News August 3 – August 9, 20261️⃣Starting August 12, 2026, EU restaurants and hotels will no longer provide single-...
07/08/2026

Food News August 3 – August 9, 2026

1️⃣Starting August 12, 2026, EU restaurants and hotels will no longer provide single-use ketchup, mayo, or sugar sachets for dine-in customers to reduce plastic waste.

2️⃣Samuell Levie and Joris Bijdendijk are opening a temporary pop-up to explore the lowest possible price for a restaurant-quality meal amid rising living costs, offering guests a two-course menu for just €8.
📍 Amsterdam, the Netherlands
🗓️ 10 August

3️⃣Chef Jorge Vallejo is teaming up with Polar Table aboard an icebreaker navigating the High Arctic. Spanning a seven-day expedition, the collaboration brings three curated dinners, and every dinner becomes part of the journey.
📍 Arctic Sea
🗓️ 2027

4️⃣Applications close on August 16, 2026, for a fully funded 20-week training program. The scholarship covers all expenses and offers hands-on experience at Schloss Schauenstein.

5️⃣Chefs Rijul Gulati and Niyati Rao are joining forces for a weekend event in Colombo. The exclusive collaboration will bring together two distinct gastronomic philosophies.
📍 Colombo, Sri Lanka
🗓️ 7 - 8 August

6️⃣Casa Lėlytė celebrates its 10th anniversary with the second edition of „Tres Vegetales, Tres Cocineras,” featuring chefs Gloria Suzuki, María Angélica Bernal, and Catalina Vélez in an exclusive collaborative 6-course menu centered on plant-based ingredients.
📍 Bogotá, Colombia
🗓️ 26 August

7️⃣Extreme heat, droughts, and wildfires across southern Europe are prompting producers to warn of upcoming price spikes for olive oil and wine.

8️⃣Chef Antonio Bachour, winner of The Best Chef Pastry Award 2018 and 2022, has opened his first permanent South American location, Bachour by Mata in São Paulo. As part of his brand expansion in the region, the chef plans to return to São Paulo every three months.
📍 São Paulo, Brazil

9️⃣Leela, led by Chef Manav Tuli, is collaborating with Singapore’s Restaurant Labyrinth, headed by Chef Han Li Guang, to present a dialogue between Indian and Singaporean cuisine.
📍 Hong Kong
🗓️ 2 - 3 September

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The future of our plates is at a turning point. 🍽️Lab-grown meat, a scientifically remarkable innovation, promises a rev...
03/08/2026

The future of our plates is at a turning point. 🍽️

Lab-grown meat, a scientifically remarkable innovation, promises a revolution in food production.

From bypassing livestock farming to creating real meat tissue in a lab, it presents an alluring vision of sustainability, zero slaughter, and lower emissions. 🌱

However, the world is responding with significant skepticism. Concerns about authenticity, safety, and the preservation of traditional agriculture.

The ultimate choice lies with us. Where do we draw the line between innovation and tradition?

Food News July 27 – August 2, 20261️⃣The Rote Wand Dialogues return with open, dynamic discussions, shared meals, and a ...
31/07/2026

Food News July 27 – August 2, 2026

1️⃣The Rote Wand Dialogues return with open, dynamic discussions, shared meals, and a communal fire kitchen. On August 29, Sebastian Jiménez will participate in this unique gathering of forward-thinking voices.
📍 Copenhagen, Denmark
🗓️ 29 August

2️⃣Two chefs, one kitchen, and one unforgettable evening are coming together as Davide Argentino and Luke French join forces for a special four-hands dinner tonight at Forbici.
📍 Manchester, UK
🗓️ 31 July

3️⃣Europe’s June heatwave wiped more than €2 billion from the value of its grain crop, striking wheat during its critical filling period across countries like France, Germany, Austria, Poland, and Hungary.

4️⃣Tokyo restaurant Florilège is set to host a special two-day collaborative event with Hong Kong’s acclaimed restaurant Wing. This event will feature a special limited-time course menu, accompanied by alcoholic or non-alcoholic wine pairings.
📍 Tokyo, Japan
🗓️ 25 - 26 August

5️⃣Ancestral Home is a collaboration that evokes that feeling even before the meal begins. This unique 8-hands event unites three distinct restaurants—Respiracion, Baan Tepa, and Wana Yook—that share a foundation rooted in the concept of home.
📍 Bangkok, Thailand
🗓️ 26 July

6️⃣After seven years at the Odette, Singaporean pastry chef Louisa Lim is launching her first solo venture – an all-day dessert atelier named Loulouca.
📍 Singapore
🗓️ 29 July

7️⃣Chef Paul Pairet is bringing his casual French café concept, POLUX, to Taipei. Chef Pairet’s new all-day dining spot will serve lunch, afternoon snacks, and dinner in a relaxed atmosphere.
📍 Taipei, Taiwan
🗓️ 1 August

8️⃣Japan’s Seven & i Holdings has ended negotiations to invest in Poland’s convenience store giant Żabka after failing to reach a satisfactory agreement, though it still views Europe as a key market.

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For chef Jozef Breza, fine dining is not defined by global trends, but by deep roots in the wild nature of Slovakia. 🌱By...
27/07/2026

For chef Jozef Breza, fine dining is not defined by global trends, but by deep roots in the wild nature of Slovakia. 🌱

By merging fine-dining techniques with a zero-waste ethos, he crafts menus where every element honors its origin and tells a story of the landscape.

It is a masterclass in local pride, proving that sustainable luxury flourishes when we learn to truly value our surroundings.

Honor the ingredients. Follow the rhythm of nature. 🙏

Food News July 20 – July 26, 20261️⃣Chef Björn Frantzén is expanding to Australia in 2027 by opening two new venues, inc...
24/07/2026

Food News July 20 – July 26, 2026

1️⃣Chef Björn Frantzén is expanding to Australia in 2027 by opening two new venues, including the fine-dining spot Én in Sydney and Brasserie Astoria in Perth.
📍 Australia
🗓️ 2027

2️⃣Roy Choi Brings Best Friend Restaurant to Orange County
Chef Roy Choi is bringing his popular Koreatown-coded Las Vegas restaurant, Best Friend, to California with a new location set to open in fall 2027.
📍 Orange County, USA
🗓️ 2027

3️⃣No Name Noodle Bangkok is set to host a unique two-night exclusive collaboration combining Japanese ramen craftsmanship with traditional Northern Thai culinary heritage. The special tasting course brings together Chef Shin of No Name Noodle and Chef Prin of Samrub Samrub Thai.
📍 Bangkok, Thailand
🗓️ 2 - 3 August

5️⃣4️⃣For one weekend only, Park City sets the stage for an intimate gathering of the world's finest culinary masters, cultural tastemakers, and passionate food enthusiasts against a stunning mountain backdrop.
📍 Park City, USA
🗓️ 13 - 16 August

5️⃣A South Korean restaurant owner faces a one-year prison sentence after garnishing a palate-cleansing sorbet with black ants to provide a sour flavor.

6️⃣Nestlé announced plans to remove artificial colors globally by the end of 2026, starting with the U.S. portfolio by mid-2026.

7️⃣Restaurants in the United States are increasingly applying a 6x markup on wine bottles, which is sparking strong controversy within the industry and is considered a significant problem for the sector.

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Is the passion for your craft worth the cost of your well-being?❤️‍🩹New research from Bournemouth University involving 4...
20/07/2026

Is the passion for your craft worth the cost of your well-being?❤️‍🩹

New research from Bournemouth University involving 460 professional chefs reveals a concerning trend: 69% of those surveyed frequently or always consider leaving the industry.📉

From work-life interference affecting 91% of chefs to the prevalence of toxic leadership and bullying, the industry is struggling to sustain a healthy workforce.

We deserve a culture that fuels creativity instead of draining the spirit. It’s time for a shift.

Food News July 13 – July 19, 20261️⃣Chef Josh Niland is celebrating the 10th anniversary of his restaurant, Saint Peter,...
17/07/2026

Food News July 13 – July 19, 2026

1️⃣Chef Josh Niland is celebrating the 10th anniversary of his restaurant, Saint Peter, with a monumental culinary event. He will be hosting world-renowned chef Joan Roca and the team from El Celler de Can Roca for a one-of-a-kind dining experience.
📍 Sydney, Australia
🗓️ July 29

2️⃣Chefs Dani Branca and Alex Atala are teaming up for an exclusive „four-hands” dinner, featuring a specially curated menu of appetizers, pizzas, and desserts. Organized by The Best Pizza and The Best Chef.
📍 São Paulo, Brazil
🗓️ August 13

3️⃣Chefs Antimo Maria Merone and Mano Thevar are joining forces for two exclusive evenings. They will debut an eight-course tasting menu that harmonizes refined Italian traditions with vibrant, contemporary Indian flavors.
📍 Hongkong, China
🗓️ August 6-7\

4️⃣Chef Daniel Calvert has officially announced that his first independent restaurant, Chez Calvert, will open on October 1st in Tokyo’s Azabudai Hills. After months of anticipation, this opening marks a significant new chapter for the acclaimed chef.
📍 Tokyo, Japan
🗓️ October 1

5️⃣Restaurant Horváth by Chef Sebastian Frank is hosting a 4-Hands Dinner featuring Chef Ricky Saward from Seven Swans, Frankfurt. The collaborative dinner will feature a fully vegan menu.
📍 Berlin, Germany
🗓️ July 20

6️⃣The FDA is currently conducting an investigation into a Cyclospora outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce served at Taco Bell restaurants across five U.S. states. FDA is working directly with the identified supplier to determine if potentially contaminated shredded iceberg lettuce remains on the market.

7️⃣According to the Global Food, Beverage and Agriculture Risk Report 2026, 45% of industry firms now identify food safety and health as their primary challenge, up from 29% in 2024.

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How far are you willing to go to experience „authentic” cuisine? 🍽️From the long-standing debate over pineapple pizza to...
13/07/2026

How far are you willing to go to experience „authentic” cuisine? 🍽️

From the long-standing debate over pineapple pizza to the global pushback against practices like force-feeding in foie gras or shark finning.

Culinary choices are a statement of what we find acceptable in the name of tradition.

Food is never just about taste – it’s a reflection of the values we choose to uphold.

Where would you draw the line?🚩

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