ROOM4DESSERT ENTERS ITS 11TH YEAR — AND ITS SWEETEST FORM YET

A living, breathing flavour banjar (neighbourhood) in the heart of Ubud — complete with dessert bar, boutique stay, regenerative farm, and a culinary academy rewriting the rules What started as a cheeky late-night dessert bar in New York has evolved into a curious sweet life in Bali. Room4Dessert — the brainchild of pastry provocateur andContinue reading “ROOM4DESSERT ENTERS ITS 11TH YEAR — AND ITS SWEETEST FORM YET”

SIMON ROGAN’S L’ENCLUME, NO. 1 RANKED RESTAURANT IN THE WORLD, WILL RETURN TO SYDNEY IN JULY FOR A SIX-WEEK RESIDENCY AT BATHERS’ PAVILION

Bathers’ Pavilion has today announced a not-to-be-missed six-week residency with one of the world’s leading restaurants, L’Enclume, from 16 July until 24 August, 2025. With three Michelin Stars to its name and ranked no. 1 restaurant in the world for 2025 by the French restaurant bible, La Liste, L’Enclume is undeniably one of the world’s most awarded and covetedContinue reading “SIMON ROGAN’S L’ENCLUME, NO. 1 RANKED RESTAURANT IN THE WORLD, WILL RETURN TO SYDNEY IN JULY FOR A SIX-WEEK RESIDENCY AT BATHERS’ PAVILION”

International Chef Spotlight: Vincent Crepel

The French Visionary Behind Ireland’s Two-Michelin-Starred Terre Nestled within the idyllic Castlemartyr Resort in County Cork, Ireland, Terre represents the creative brilliance of Chef Vincent Crepel. In just over two years, this intimate dining destination has garnered two Michelin stars, redefining modern gastronomy and establishing itself as a global culinary landmark. Born in Luz SaintContinue reading “International Chef Spotlight: Vincent Crepel”

BELMOND LAUNCHES ITALIAN CHEF RESIDENCIES AT MANDALA CLUB IN SINGAPORE

SAVOURING THE ITALIAN ART OF “VILLEGGIATURA” WITH IMMERSIVE CULINARY EXPERIENCES DURING JANUARY AND FEBRUARY 2025 Belmond, a visionary leader in luxury travel with a unique and diverse portfolio, is excited to announce an exclusive partnership with Singapore’s prestigious Mandala Club for a four-week Italian culinary residency in 2025. From 14 January to 15 February, MANDALA CLUBContinue reading “BELMOND LAUNCHES ITALIAN CHEF RESIDENCIES AT MANDALA CLUB IN SINGAPORE”

Fine Dining Review: Parlar | 17/20

The re-opening of Parlar was much anticipated after their core team travelled overseas and reconnected with Spain and the Catalan region during the Australian Winter. The inspiration they returned with is simply stunning in translation to experience in all aspects of this Restaurant. To be so expressive, finessed and cohesive after just two weeks makesContinue reading “Fine Dining Review: Parlar | 17/20”

International Chef Spotlight: Daniele Sera & Tosca Restaurant at Castello di Casole, A Belmond Hotel, Tuscany

Italian-born and raised, Chef Daniele Sera spent his childhood years between Liguria and Tuscany, greatly influenced by the abundant produce of the diverse landscape and by his mother who passed her passion for cooking to him. His culinary ethos expresses his deep connection with his Tuscan-Ligurian roots, a passion for the finest seasonal ingredients, andContinue reading “International Chef Spotlight: Daniele Sera & Tosca Restaurant at Castello di Casole, A Belmond Hotel, Tuscany”

DE VINE FOOD & WINE CELEBRATES 21 YEARS WITH A MILLION-DOLLAR RENOVATION

A NEW CHAPTER IN SYDNEY’S PREMIER WINE BAR AND RESTAURANT Situated in Sydney’s buzzing CBD, de Vine Food & Wine has earned acclaim as one of the city’s premier wine bars and restaurants. Since first opening its doors in 2003, the establishment, now under the management of restaurateur brothers Anthony and Julian Izzillo (formerly ofContinue reading “DE VINE FOOD & WINE CELEBRATES 21 YEARS WITH A MILLION-DOLLAR RENOVATION”