Cuisine
The Cantonese restaurant The Bay by Chef Fei at the Mandarin Oriental in Shenzhen has been awarded one diamond in the 2026 Black Pearl Restaurant Guide. This guide is often seen as China's equivalent to the Michelin Guide, honoring top dining spots for their culinary skill and service. The recognition highlights the restaurant's take on Lingnan and Chaozhou cuisines, emphasizing fresh ingredients.
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The travel guide Taste Atlas has released its annual ranking of the most popular national cuisines and dishes for 2026. Based on online ratings from over 11,000 dishes, Italy takes first place with 4.64 stars, followed by Greece with 4.6 stars and Peru with 4.54 stars as a newcomer in the top 10. The list highlights traditional specialties and restaurants that food enthusiasts should visit on trips.
Chef Julian Ribeiro is infusing warmth and Lebanese-inspired cuisine into Johannesburg's Marshalltown through his bistro, Sadie’s, while championing the area's revival. As part of the Jozi My Jozi campaign, he invites visitors to experience the inner city's creative resurgence. His journey from advertising executive to chef highlights a passion for hospitality and community.
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The Michelin Guide's arrival in the Philippines has sparked discussions on recognition of Filipino cuisine and the concept of authentic food. While some celebrate the global spotlight on local chefs and restaurants, others view it as an external measure misaligned with local contexts. Anthropologist Stephen Acabado argues that true culinary pride lies in defining excellence on our own terms, underscoring the hybrid history of Filipino food.