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.
Coffee roasters in London form one of the most exciting independent food scenes this city has ever produced, and as a born-and-bred Londoner, I find it as thrilling as any gallery opening or music venue. Why London’s independent roasters matter The specialty coffee movement treats coffee as an artisanal product, similar to wine or craft … Read more
Rooftop pools in London have always felt like a privilege reserved for hotel guests, yet the city’s most spectacular aerial swimming spots are more open than most people realize. How to access rooftop pools in London without a room London is a city of layers, and its rooftop culture reflects that perfectly. Some hotels sell … Read more
Allergen free travel across Europe’s summer festival season is one of the great quiet revolutions in contemporary gastronomy, a shift that places dignity, pleasure, and safety at the centre of every shared table. What EU law gives you at every festival The cornerstone of allergen labelling law in the European Union is Regulation (EU) No … Read more
Rooftop dining in New York City is one of those summer rituals that turns a simple meal into something closer to theatre, where the skyline itself becomes the décor, the light shifts from gold to violet, and the city below feels, for a moment, entirely yours. Amalfi at Serra, Flatiron Above the buzzing Eataly NYC … Read more
Japanese food labels carry a quiet beauty: columns of precise characters, each ingredient named with care, yet for anyone avoiding gluten, that elegance can conceal real risk. Why Japanese food labels work differently for gluten Japan’s allergen system is centered on allergens such as wheat, not on a legal definition of “gluten-free.” The phrase “gluten-free” … Read more
Monsoon dal recipes connect every Indian kitchen to centuries of regional wisdom, and right now, with the rains at full strength, there is no better time to cook your way across the country one bowl at a time. Why monsoon dal is more than just comfort food Many traditional monsoon recipes include spices such as … Read more
Ramen shops in New York City carry the same quiet devotion to craft that you find in a Florentine atelier: every detail matters, every layer of broth is intentional, and the result is something that feels both ancient and completely alive. Why NYC ramen deserves more than cold-weather visits The days of ramen as a … Read more
Rooftop restaurants across the EU hold a quiet power in July: they turn the weight of summer heat into something worth savouring, one elevated table at a time. The art of dining above the city There is a particular pleasure in climbing above the noise of a European capital and sitting down to a proper … Read more
Restaurant week in New York City arrives each summer like a gift from the culinary gods: a rare window where the finest dining rooms in the 5 boroughs welcome you at a fraction of their usual price. What makes this edition special Restaurant week runs from July 20 through August 16, 2026. Despite its name, … Read more
Private cellar experiences in Singapore have moved well past the standard wine bar format, and a small group of venues now offers something far more compelling for collectors and curious drinkers alike. The rise of the cellar-first venue Singapore’s wine scene has changed significantly in recent years. The remarkable diversity of wine and cuisine found … Read more
