Travelling through Thailand, it’s easy to feel like you understand the food after a few days in Bangkok. The flavours are vibrant, the balance of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy feels familiar, and dishes like pad thai or green curry quickly become reference points.…
Location: New York City, USA Cuisine: American Jewish Certain New York institutions feel bigger than a meal. Russ & Daughters is one of them. Founded in 1914 on the Lower East Side, this century-old appetising shop has built its reputation on smoked fish, bagels,…
Barcelona did not always have good coffee. For years, much of the city ran on torrefacto, the dark, sugar-coated roasting method that produces a bitter flavour and masks the quality of the bean. Café con leche culture dominated, and few places paid serious attention…
Location: Barcelona, Spain Cuisine: Galician Some restaurants feel like good recommendations, while others feel like discoveries that stay with you long after the meal ends. We first went to O Retorno in summer 2025 with friends who were visiting Barcelona, following a recommendation from…
Location: Barcelona, Spain Cuisine: Catalan / Spanish (Tapas) Carrer de Ribes is one of those streets that makes you feel like you are slightly outside the Barcelona most visitors see. It runs between Sagrada Familia and Clot, pedestrian-friendly, lined with neighbourhood bars and restaurants,…
Location: Barcelona, Spain Cuisine: Japanese Japanese food is everywhere in Barcelona. Walk a few blocks in almost any neighbourhood, and you will pass a ramen bar, a sushi counter, or a minimalist dining room serving donburi and tempura. The city has developed a genuine…
Location: Barcelona, Spain Cuisine: Catalan / Spanish We first went to Norte in April 2025, almost by accident. It was one of those easy Barcelona lunches that begins with a couple of cañas and the vague intention of ordering something small. Instead, we stayed.…
Location: London, England Cuisine: Contemporary West African Fine Dining When my mom visited London, we wanted to give her a meal she’d never forget — something special, unique, and celebratory. Akoko in Fitzrovia, a Michelin-starred West African fine dining restaurant, promised exactly that: a…
Location: Barcelona, Spain Cuisine: Catalan Seasonal Tucked away in a lively corner of Barcelona, Bullanga has become one of our favourite places for a relaxed and satisfying Menú del Día. With thoughtful seasonal dishes, warm service, and a laid-back atmosphere, it’s the kind of…
I first discovered Malaysian cuisine in London, thanks to a steaming bowl of laksa noodle soup that changed the way I thought about flavour. The combination of spicy, sour, creamy, and herbal notes was unforgettable. Since then, I’ve made a point of seeking out…