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Dramatic news illustration of protests disrupting Noma LA pop-up opening as chef René Redzepi resigns over abuse allegations.
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René Redzepi resigns from Noma on LA pop-up opening day amid abuse scandal

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René Redzepi resigned from daily operations at Noma on March 11, 2026—the opening day of its 16-week Los Angeles pop-up—following a New York Times report on abuse allegations detailed in prior coverage. Protests by former employees disrupted the event, and sponsors American Express and Blackbird withdrew support. Redzepi also left the board of his non-profit MAD.

Mark Gordy, an acclaimed Dallas chef with experience at top kitchens, has taken over as executive chef at Centro on the Square in McKinney. The restaurant, a collaboration between restaurateurs George Stergios and Brian Dunne, emphasizes seasonal, ingredient-driven cuisine in Historic Downtown McKinney.

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At the Falstaff gala in Malmö on Monday evening, Skånska Vyn in Brantevik was named Sweden's restaurant of the year for the second year in a row. The restaurant shares first place among Sweden's best with Aira and Ekstedts in Stockholm. A Malmö restaurant, Ruths, won the casual restaurant of the year category.

Monterey's newest Thai restaurant, Curry Journey, is set to celebrate its grand opening on March 17. The spot at 794 Lighthouse Avenue has already begun a soft opening phase for early visitors. Contact details include phone number (831) 582-8325 and website curryjourney.com.

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One of Tampa's most anticipated new eateries, O-Ku, a Japanese sushi restaurant, has teased an imminent opening in Bayshore Gardens. The spot comes from the team behind Maru.

Butterworth’s, a Capitol Hill bistro that opened shortly before the 2024 election, has become a visible meeting place for MAGA-aligned figures and staffers during President Donald Trump’s second term. Coverage from multiple outlets has tied the restaurant’s sudden prominence to inauguration-week events, its ownership links to right-wing media, and a menu that stands out in Washington’s political dining scene.

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A chef from the popular Nami Nori restaurant in New York City plans to launch a dedicated gimbap eatery next door. The new venue, named TBD Gimbap, will occupy the space previously held by Postcard Bakery.

 

 

 

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