Food and drink from the cities we follow around the world, from Dubai, London and Paris to India, Morocco and Singapore. You will find restaurant guides, festivals, seasonal menus, street food and gluten-free dining, each written for people who live in a place or are about to visit.
Autumn menus in Dubai arrive earlier each year, and this season, 7 restaurants across the city have made the strongest case yet for booking before September begins. Why late August is the right time to book Dubai’s dining scene moves fast. Restaurants plan their seasonal menus months ahead, and the most anticipated tables fill before … Read more
Wheat-free bread holds a quiet, luminous place in European culinary memory: long before modern agriculture standardized the grain supply, communities across the EU built their tables around what the local land gave them. Brittany and the galette de sarrasin Brittany’s galette de sarrasin is perhaps the EU’s most beloved naturally wheat-free bread tradition. Bakers craft … Read more
Dim sum is one of the greatest expressions of London’s diversity, and this city does it better than almost anywhere outside of Asia, with options spanning traditional Cantonese teahouses, Michelin-starred restaurants, and wallet-friendly neighbourhood gems that pack more flavour into 3 small dishes than most restaurants manage in a full menu. What dim sum actually … Read more
Late summer desserts define the final weeks of the season in New York City, and the restaurants getting them right are worth every reservation. Why late summer is the best moment for dessert in New York August in New York carries a particular kind of beauty. The markets overflow with peaches, figs, and berries. Chefs … Read more
Members-only dining in Dubai has quietly become one of the most personal and layered ways to experience the city, where the table you sit at says as much about your connections as it does your taste. What makes members-only dining different in Dubai Dubai’s private club scene is not simply about luxury. In a city … Read more
Street food in the European Union reaches a quiet peak in August, when harvest-season produce fills the stalls and the most honest dishes need nothing more than a single ingredient, a live flame, and generations of knowledge behind them. The case for naturally gluten-free at the market August is generous across the EU. Stone fruits, … Read more
A spice pantry built around India’s regional traditions is not just a kitchen choice; it is a quiet act of cultural pride that connects every meal to centuries of culinary wisdom. Why regional spice logic matters India’s spice traditions are not uniform. While certain spices appear across the nation, such as turmeric, cumin, and coriander, … Read more
Street food in London is not just about eating. It is one of the most direct ways to experience a city built on wave after wave of new communities, flavours, and traditions. Borough Market: the original street food destination Borough Market has a history dating back as far as 1756. Many historians place its origins … Read more
Gluten-free eating at Singapore’s August community feasts is entirely possible once you know where the hidden risks sit and how to navigate a table full of national favourites. Why August buffets are tricky for gluten-free diners As Singapore turns 61 on 9 August 2026, the festivities spread across the island, from heritage brunches to nostalgic … Read more
Gluten-free buffet culture in Dubai is more advanced than most visitors expect, yet knowing exactly what to ask and where to look still makes all the difference between a great meal and a difficult evening. Why Dubai’s buffets are both exciting and complex for gluten-free diners Dubai’s hotel buffets are some of the most ambitious … Read more
