Naomichi Yasuda is the best sushi chef in the universe, and if you disagree with me, I feel…


Noma. The definitive Nordic culinary experience
Noma represents the pinnacle of Nordic culinary expression. The love child of René Redzepi and Claus Meyer, the…

One of the best burgers of 2013! Village Whiskey, Philadelphia, USA
This is a very belated post. I had, in fact, intended to publish this in December last year….

Rushcutters: a fresh new restaurant and a deli in Sydney’s inner east
Sydney is going through a restaurant resurgence; there seems to be a refresh and revival in the dining…

World domination with a London brunch
Oscar Wilde once said, “The man who can dominate a London dinner-table can dominate the world”. I reckon…

Sawadee ka! Rules of etiquette When travelling in Thailand
As far as many Asian countries go for visiting foreigners, Thailand is certainly among the most relaxed with…

The Gustu experience, and getting dizzy in La Paz, Bolivia
(Credits: Ed Stocker) More backpacker tales: my South American adventures led me across the Peruvian border to Bolivia,…

The barbecued oyster and other food delights from the San Francisco Bay Area
Northern California is one of my favourite destinations in the world, and nothing makes me happier than spending…

Cooking demonstration with Chef Renu, and a few special guests
During my stay at Angsana, Bintan, I had the opportunity to participate in a cooking demonstration with Chef…