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Our guide to the world of food, drink and entertaining, The Menu serves up interviews with the world’s most creative chefs, introduces the makers behind the scenes and the ingredients that will soon be landing on your restaurant table.

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    Food on the move

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 28:20


    Chiara Rimella’s ode to an Italian roadside classic, Autogrill. Then we find out what’s taking off on Portland’s airport menus. Plus: a taste of golden-era-of-travel glamour at New York’s Grand Central Oyster Bar.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Food Neighbourhoods #439: Quadrilatero, Bologna

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 14:44


    Bologna is renowned for its culinary offerings, including regional specialities such lasagne, tagliatelle and tortellini. Here, contributor Dany Mitzman takes a tour of the city’s historic market neighbourhood, Quadrilatero, with Cesarine.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Northern Pasta Co, Dakar's delicacies and Apollo Bagels in Copenhagen 

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 30:31


    We hear what it takes to launch an independent food brand with Northern Pasta Co. Then: Chiara Rimella shops for Senegalese delicacies at L’Epicerie in Dakar. Plus: New York-based Apollo Bagels in Copenhagen.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Food Neighbourhoods #438: Kalk Bay

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 11:12


    Angelica Jopson heads to Cape Town’s coastline to sample the culinary delights on offer in Kalk Bay, a fishing village nestled between mountain and sea.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    ‘Pakistan', spot prawn season in Canada and Jigger & Pony

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025 30:11


    We speak to Maryam Jillani about her extensive cookbook on Pakistani cuisine. Then: we get a taste of juicy spot prawns in Vancouver and sip on cocktails at Singapore’s acclaimed Jigger & Pony.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Food Neighbourhoods #437: MAD Symposium, Copenhagen

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 12:28


    Copenhagen hosted the seventh MAD Symposium last week, uniting chefs, farmers and restaurateurs to explore ways of improving the food sector. This year’s theme is “Build to Last”. Michael Booth tells us more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    ‘Umai', London Coffee Festival and our wine of the month

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 28:39


    Millie Tsukagoshi Lagares on opening the door to the Japanese home kitchen in her new book, ‘Umai’. Then: this year’s London Coffee Festival and we pop the cork on our wine of the month.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    Food Neighbourhoods #436: Belmont, The Bronx, New York

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 13:19


    New York is known for its Italian food but changing demographics have introduced other thriving cuisines. Charlie Bell heads to the Belmont area of the Bronx where authentic Italian-American food continues to shine.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The food of Ukraine and its diaspora

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 35:53


    An episode dedicated to Ukrainian food. We speak to Sydney-based Anastasia Zolotarev about her new book, bread as a symbol of resistance and Manhattan restaurant Veselka.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Food Neighbourhoods #435: Ialysos, Rhodes

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 11:13


    Lars Bevanger heads to the town of Ialysos on Rhodes to delight in the island’s rich food and drink culture, which is coloured by its Italian history and proximity to the Levant. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Supper clubs, wild garlic and Wein Goutte

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 30:11


    Xanthe Ross tells us about her new book, Stay for Supper. Then: we explore the world of wild garlic and meet the founder of German wine collective, Wein Goutte.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Food Neighbourhoods #434: Bethnal Green, London

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 6:18


    Recently, London's Bethnal Green has blossomed , with chic wine bars and coffee roasters cropping up to sit alongside the typical East-end pubs and pie shops. Here, Valentina Venelli takes us on a tour.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Three-course feast

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 26:06


    We’re serving up a three-course feast as we delve into the nostalgic pull of the prawn cocktail. Then, we tuck into a steaming bowl of pasta and lay on something sweet from Indonesia to finish.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Food Neighbourhoods #433: Somerset, England

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 7:27


    Somerset is known for its idyllic countryside and rolling hills. In recent years, however, the English county has become a culinary hotspot. Here, Monica Lillis takes us to the best outposts, old and new. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    India's drinks industry, Provençal pistachios and Wine of the Month

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 30:59


    We meet the entrepreneurs taking Indian drinks beyond the country’s borders. Then: we taste some green jewels at a pistachio farm in the south of France and pick our Wine of the Month. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Food Neighbourhoods #432: Surry Hills, Sydney

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 8:24


    City-nudging Surry Hills was once the industrial hub of Sydney’s rag trade but now it’s home to flotillas of cafés, restaurants, wine bars and hotels. Tamara Thiessen takes us on a tour.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Rebuilding LA's hospitality industry, ‘McAtlas' and Heckfield Place

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 31:28


    The recovery of the culinary industry in LA, McDonald’s regional variations in ‘McAtlas’ and a slow approach to food at Heckfield Place.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Food Neighbourhoods #431: Colonia Roma, Mexico City

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 10:04


    Originally a European-inspired enclave for the upper and middle classes, Mexico City’s tree-lined Colonia Roma district has survived earthquakes and been reinvented through artistic movements. Today it offers a diverse range of culinary experiences showcasing the best that the nation has to offer, from blue-corn quesadillas to specialist Mexican coffee. Verity de Cala meets the people behind the area’s street-food shops and cafés.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Chocolate special

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2025 30:03


    It’s the beginning of the Easter weekend for those who celebrate, so what better time to indulge in an episode dedicated to chocolate. We speak to the founder of Knoops, the brand championing hot chocolate as an everyday drink. Then: Monocle’s Michael Booth meets award-winning Danish chocolatier Mikkel Friis-Holm. Plus: we unwrap the latest Easter-egg trends with Monocle’s Fernando Augusto Pacheco. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Food Neighbourhoods #430: Val d'Orcia, Italy

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 11:33


    We’re heading to the rolling hills of southern Tuscany, where regenerative food and wine practices are flourishing among ancient landscapes. Monocle contributor Issabella Orlando takes us on a tour of Val d’Orcia, where heritage crops are cultivated with a deep respect for tradition, biodiversity and the land itself. Here, she meets the stewards of a region whose roots run deep and whose yields speak for themselves.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Coffee 

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 31:14


    We meet Noma’s Carolyne Lane to hear about the Copenhagen institution’s new bean-roasting venture, Noma Kaffee. Then: we sit down with acclaimed barista Celeste Wong to find out why there are dozens of recipes to try when you’re after the perfect cup. Plus: we check in at Man Met Bril Koffie Hotel in Rotterdam.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Food Neighbourhoods #429: Harlem, New York

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 10:19


    We’re looking at a slice of history this week in the shape of Lee Lee’s Baked Goods, which has been serving New Yorkers for nearly 40 years. It’s the story of Alvin Lee Smalls, known as Lee Lee, and the changing face of the iconic Harlem neighbourhood. Lee Lee joins Charlie Bell to speak about his life’s work.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Bahraini cuisine, Finland's heritage ale and are New York's diners the community hub that they once were?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2025 32:20


    We sample a morsel of Bahrain’s mouthwatering cuisine with Noor Murad as we flick through her new book, ‘Lugma’. Also in the programme: Poppy Damon heads to the Little Purity diner in Brooklyn to unpack whether the spaces still hold the same community spirit. Plus: Monocle’s Petri Burtsoff sips on some sahti, Finland’s oldest ale. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Food Neighbourhoods #428 – Winemaking in Yunnan Province, China

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 6:07


    China’s far southwestern province of Yunnan is quickly gaining a reputation as one of the country’s finest wine producers, though its winemaking history goes back more than a hundred years. Monocle’s Tom Webb visited the recently opened Songtsam Cizhong Lodge, where the region’s viticulture began, to find out how its history is being preserved and shared with the world.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    All things green 

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2025 30:45


    We’re very much in spring mode this week for an episode dedicated to a specific slice of the colour wheel: green. We meet author and food writer Samuel Goldsmith to discuss his new title, ‘The Frozen Peas Cookbook’. Then: we trace the growing popularity of matcha around the world with Twiggy Yeung. Plus: we crown our ‘verde’ Wine of the Month.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Food Neighbourhoods #427: Aix-en-Provence

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2025 12:22


    The southern French city of Aix-en-Provence is swamped by tourists in the summer, and is visited by art enthusiasts year-round thanks to its connection to Cezanne. But what about food lovers? With the help of local food guide Thomas Garcin, our correspondent Michael Booth takes us to the spots that you won’t want to miss.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    What is Caribbean cuisine? Plus: Syria's best shawarma and ‘An A-Z of Chinese Food'

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2025 32:43


    We island-hop in the Caribbean with author Keshia Sakarah to learn all about her new book, ‘Caribe: A Caribbean Cookbook with History’, and the specificity of the region’s cuisine. Also in the programme: Hannah Lucinda Smith is in Damascus to taste some of the city’s renowned shawarma. Plus: Monocle’s Mae-Li Evans meets Jenny Lau to get ‘An A-Z of Chinese Food: (Recipes Not Included)’.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Food Neighbourhoods #426: Binondo, Manila 

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2025 5:07


    We're heading to Manila's Chinatown, Binondo, a chaotic enclave of the city that's as renowned for its vibrant cultural heritage as its delicious food. Hanna Pham takes us on a tour to try out the best Chinese-Filipino fare.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    Dairy

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2025 32:50


    We delve into the world of dairy – the creamiest, most delicious of food groups. First, we look into the revived popularity of cow’s milk, then Emma Nelson visits France’s first museum dedicated to cheese. Plus: Aarti Betigeri samples Australian butter brand Pepe Saya.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Food Neighbourhoods #425: Töölö, Helsinki

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2025 5:32


    Monocle’s Petri Burtsoff takes us on a tour of Helsinki’s Töölö neighbourhood, home to traditional neighbourhood bistros frequented by local families, as well as new eateries, where ambitious young chefs seek to leave their mark on the city’s vibrant dining scene.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Listening to your food, Filipino barbecue and our wine of the month 

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2025 32:21


    We’re starting off in South London with Rex De Guzman, the founder of Filipino barbecue spot Turo Turo. Also in the programme: Monocle contributor Lucy Hyslop heads to Burdock & Co in Vancouver to find out how the team are transforming their produce’s bioelectric charge into a dinner soundtrack. Plus: Monocle sub-editor and in-house wine expert, Chloé Lake, picks her wine of the month.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Food Neighbourhoods #424: Tromsø, Norway

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2025 11:43


    We’re northbound to the arctic city of Tromsø in Norway. Here, Monocle’s Oslo correspondent, Lars Bevanger, takes us on a culinary journey which, despite its snow and far-flung location, offers up a selection of international eateries as well as traditional fare.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Richard Hart and Peter Pihel on pioneering New Nordic cuisine

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2025 27:34


    We sit down with Richard Hart, one of the world’s most celebrated bakers, to find out about the true joy of making the perfect loaf. Also on the programme: Monocle’s Petri Burtsoff sits down with pioneer of New Nordic cuisine, Peeter Pihel, in Tallinn.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Food Neighbourhoods #423: Chifa Town, Madrid

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2025 15:15


    We’re heading to Madrid to wander through one of the Spanish capital’s most delectable open secrets. Hidden in the plain sight of the city centre, the Mostenses Municipal Market has been overlooked by local authorities for years. But this has created a ripe opportunity for diaspora communities from Asia and Latin America to eagerly snap up once-ailing stalls. Mixing entrepreneurial flair with a melting pot of exotic ingredients, the market is now a sizzling array of mini-eateries featuring flavours from Peru, Ecuador and China. Our man in Madrid, Liam Aldous, introduces us to the gastronomic fusion known as “Chifa”, a heady mix that has turned the surrounding area into Europe’s first, albeit unofficial, “Chifa Town”. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Legacies in food and drink

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2025 30:02


    We speak to restaurateur Amy Poon about the legacy of her parents’ iconic Chinese eatery, Poon’s Wontoneria, in London. Also on the programme: we head to Finland to investigate how increasing global prices are affecting the nation’s claim to drinking the most cups of coffee per capita. Plus: Chloé Lake speaks to wine expert Sunny Hodge about his new book encouraging us to look at wine from a more scientific angle. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Food Neighbourhoods #422: South Kensington, London

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2025 8:27


    We’re staying local today and heading to London’s charming South Kensington. From quaint coffee shops, steaming bowls of pho and vibrant farmers’ markets, this corner of west London provides some of the city’s best culinary offerings. Monocle’s Hassan Anderson takes us on a tour. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The cuisine surrounding the Danube and the absinthe revival

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2025 34:28


    We journey down the banks of the Danube to get a taste of Eastern European cuisine with Romanian food writer Irina Georgescu. Plus: Paige Reynolds heads to Leydi, a new Turkish opening in London and Maisie Ringer explores the revival of absinthe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Food Neighbourhoods #421: Thessaloniki, Greece

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2025 5:33


    We’re heading to Greece’s second city, Thessaloniki. This offbeat metropolis on the Aegean coast has a rich gastronomic identity thanks to its diverse history at the crossroads of east and west. In 2021, its culinary prowess was recognised by Unesco as a “City of Gastronomy” within its Creative Cities Network. Join Monocle’s Claudia Jacob on a tour of this colourful and compact city that’s sure to slake your appetite.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Taking it slow

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2025 34:12


    This week we’re appreciating the effects that time has on some of our favourite dishes and ingredients. We sit down with Ryan Walker, head of fermentation at zero-waste restaurant Silo, in London. Then: Angelica Jopson leaves things to simmer and explores the timeless appeal of soup. Plus: our in-house wine expert, Chloé Lake, picks her well-aged wine of the month.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Food Neighbourhoods #420: Little Portugal, Sydney

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2025 9:24


    We’re heading to Sydney, one of the world’s most multicultural hubs. The Harbour City’s diversity is reflected in its vibrant selection of global restaurants, cafes and bars. Here, Monocle contributor Adam Hancock takes us to Little Portugal in Sydney’s Inner West to learn more about its Portuguese diaspora and their delicious cuisine.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Modern Georgian cuisine and Lyon's Sirha trade fair

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2025 30:25


    We meet Diana Militski, the founder of Kinkally, a restaurant in London championing a modern approach to Georgian cuisine. Then: Michael Booth is at Europe’s biggest food-supplier trade fair in Lyon to get a preview of the industry this year. Plus: we head to Sweden to hear about chef Daniel Berlin’s Scandinavian comeback. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Food Neighbourhoods #419: Alagna Valsesia

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2025 9:42


    We’re hitting the slopes of the Dolomites and the small hamlet of Alagna Valsesia at the foot of the Monte Rosa massif. Although Monocle’s Lars Bevanger keeps returning here to ski, what’s equally tempting is the region’s delicious wine and cuisine. Here, he takes us on a tour of the Alpine town.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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