My First And Last Meal at Tokyo Bulgari’s Luca Fantin
I'm so glad that at least I made it to Il Ristorante - Luca Fantin before it's closed, and I’m already excited for whatever comes next in his journey.
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The Hunter-Chef of Niigata: The Wild Soul of Uozen
This culinary journey to Niigata was, for me, a moment of reflection. I had hoped to linger a little longer at Satoyama Jujo, to let both body and mind settle into the gentle rhythm of mountains and hot springs. Then…
A Bite of Freshness: Abalone Feast in XI DING Home Banquet
XIJIADE is a household dumpling brand in China, and recently, it has been actively expanding overseas, opening stores in Barcelona and New York. However, XIJIADE’s vision goes beyond that—it has also established “XI DING” and the “XI DING Home Banquet,”…
Mandarin Oriental Shenzhen Genus Novum of the Greater Bay
Arrival Perched atop the 79-floor Upper Hills skyscraper in the heart of the Futian business district, Mandarin Oriental Shenzhen marks the latest genus among her siblings in Southern China since the highly anticipated opening during the Covid in January 2022…
Rebirth of Hiša Franko—A Transformation Beyond Comparison
I first visited Slovenia in 2018, and I still vividly recall the crystalline streams that meandered through the valley, leaving an indelible impression. Seven years later, I returned, this time driving from Udine, Italy. In less than an hour, we…
Rebirth of Fook Wo Kwong Shanghai, Classic Cantonese Restaurant
Upon my recent return to Shanghai, I find myself constantly swept away by business trips, seldom staying for more than ten days. In such fleeting moments, I gravitate toward the familiar comforts of old favorites. Yet, my attention was irresistibly…
Masuda Ryuichiro & Iwase: Hub of Culinary & Artistic Excellence
Masuda Ryuichiro, the fifth-generation owner of Masuda Brewery (Masuizumi), stands tall with white hair and a youthful face that exudes a rebellious charm, embodying the essence of a unique and intriguing soul. On the day of our interview, we searched…
The Ultimate Crab Feast at Two-Starred Ogata, Kyoto
When I visited Kyoto in mid-December, I had the chance to visit Ogata,a two-Michelin-starred kaiseki restaurant and experience its seasonal crab menu. Every year, November 6th marks the start of the crabbing season, meaning that it’s the time for the restaurants to launch their seasonal…
From Struggles to Glory: Taian Table’s Rise to Three Stars
Taian Table is currently one of the only two Michelin three-star restaurants in Shanghai, a recognition that owes much to the relentless efforts of Stefan Stiller over two decades in China. With the announcement by renowned chef Paul Pairet that…
Jessica Rosval: A Rising Star Fusing Cultures Over Open Flame
In late October this year, while attending the Ein Prosit culinary event in Udine, Italy, I had the opportunity to taste a luncheon meticulously prepared by Chef Jessica Rosval. Originally from Montreal, Canada, Rosval has been honing her culinary skills…
