Back to nature with Marc Veyrat

Back to nature with Marc Veyrat

Legendary French chef Marc Veyrat, born in 1950, hails from the picturesque Haute-Savoie region. A trailblazer in molecular gastronomy, he elevates his culinary artistry by incorporating mountain plants and herbs. With an extraordinary nine Michelin Stars to his name, Veyrat stands as the first chef to achieve a flawless 20/20…

10
Feb
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Royal Mansour, Marrakech

Royal Mansour, Marrakech

Royal Mansour, Marrakech

Set amid the bustling streets of Marrakech, there lies an oasis of calm and rejuvenation. The Royal Mansour is nothing short of a voyage into Moroccan opulence and timeless allure. Meticulously crafted by over 1,500 local artisans, this medina in the medina stands as a testament to traditional Moroccan architecture…

17
Mar
Celebrating Japanese scallops at Roketsu, Europe’s best kaiseki restaurant

Celebrating Japanese scallops at Roketsu, Europe’s best kaiseki restaurant

Celebrating Japanese scallops at Roketsu, Europe’s best kaiseki restaurant

Scallops are often defined by their unique visual beauty, shape and distinct colour duo, and found within a pearly sheened shell, which can be used to make ornaments and the like. Yet they are also abundant in nutrients, rich in protein as well as vitamin B12 and minerals and low…

3
Mar
Restrained Swiss elegance at the historial winter palace Suvretta House in St Moritz

Restrained Swiss elegance at the historial winter palace Suvretta House in St Moritz

Restrained Swiss elegance at the historial winter palace Suvretta House in St Moritz

Located amidst the captivating Alpine beauty of St. Moritz, my recent stay at Suvretta House Hotel felt like a journey into a storybook castle. Since its grand opening in 1912, this winter palace has gone through continuous renovation and expansion allowing it to remain a pinnacle of luxury and a…

27
Feb
Embarking on an Unforgettable Epicurean Odyssey Across Japan: A Celebration of Gastronomy

Embarking on an Unforgettable Epicurean Odyssey Across Japan: A Celebration of Gastronomy

Embarking on an Unforgettable Epicurean Odyssey Across Japan: A Celebration of Gastronomy

Embark on a transcendent culinary voyage to the northern expanse of Japan, where Hokkaido beckons just a 2-hour flight from the bustling metropolis of Tokyo. This captivating island offers a unique opportunity to savour some of the finest foods Japan has to offer, set against the backdrop of a majestic…

23
Feb
From Yuki’s Kitchen: Quick and Healthy Seafood Ramen with Luxeat

From Yuki’s Kitchen: Quick and Healthy Seafood Ramen with Luxeat

From Yuki’s Kitchen: Quick and Healthy Seafood Ramen with Luxeat

Continuing our series From Yuki’s Kitchen, I joined Yuki Gomi, to bring you a tasty yet time-friendly recipe – Seafood Ramen (シーフードラーメン).In the world of ramen, slow-cooked meat and bones typically steal the spotlight however this seafood rendition takes a different approach. Harnessing the rich flavours of fish and seafood, this…

23
Feb
My favourite places in Megève, France

My favourite places in Megève, France

My favourite places in Megève, France

Anything by Emmanuel Renaut, whether his 3 Michelin starred restaurant Flocons de Sel, gourmet shop Le Garde Manger or the bistro in the village Flocons Village. Jerusalem artichoke “cake” with truffles at Flocons de Sel in the video. Skiing with the best view of Mont-Blanc. Excellent Alpine cooking at Le Relais Mont-Blanc by Les…

21
Feb
l’Hôtel de Ville Crissier

l’Hôtel de Ville Crissier

l’Hôtel de Ville Crissier

Nestled near Lausanne, restaurant l’Hôtel de Ville Crissier, affectionately known as “Crissier,” has been defining the standard since achieving three Michelin stars under the helm of chef Frédy Girardet back in 1994. Founded in 1955 by Frédy’s parents, it upholds a tradition steeped in classic French cuisine but elevates it…

21
Feb
Les Fermes de Marie, Megève

Les Fermes de Marie, Megève

Les Fermes de Marie, Megève

Nestled in the heart of France’s alpine wonderland Megève, Les Fermes de Marie is a five-star haven, seamlessly blending the delights of authentic mountain life and refined luxury. The construction and restoration of the spaces, including that of rescued alpine farmhouses integrate seamlessly into the seasonally changing mountain landscape. The…

9
Feb
La Bouitte, Alpine Elegance

La Bouitte, Alpine Elegance

La Bouitte, Alpine Elegance

By elevating traditional, warming and often rugged, mountain cooking to the heights of Michelin 3-stars, father and son duo René and Maxime Meilleur, live up to their name, which in French means the best. La Bouitte in Les Menuires, in the French Alpine Savoie region proposes such interpretations as their…

9
Feb
My 20 Best Dishes in 2023

My 20 Best Dishes in 2023

My 20 Best Dishes in 2023

Like every year since 2013, I select 20 of myfavourite dishes of the year. Here is my annual 20 best dishes list in 2023. Happy, healthy and successful 2024 to all of you! You can see my previous listshere.

18
Dec '23