The Menu
Interviews with top chefs, food innovators, and producers. Discover ingredients, trends, and stories shaping the world of food and drink.
Latest Episodes
Enrique Olvera’s new book, Slovenia’s orange wine and chef Alessandra Montagne
Mexican chef Enrique Olvera on his new book, ‘Sunny Days, Taco Nights’. Plus: Guy de Launey tells us how Slovenia is championing orange wines and we meet Brazilian chef Alessandra Montagne in Paris.
Food Neighbourhoods #447: New England’s ice cream traditions
We’re journeying to New England to taste one of the region’s most delicious delicacies, high milk-fat ice cream. Here, Jessica Bridger tells us about why the treat is so important.
The summer pantry
From Italian lemons to American zucchini, we stock our cupboards with the sunny ingredients that speak of the season – and cook a fresh recipe with beetroot greens.
Food Neighbourhoods #446, De Pijp, Amsterdam
We’re heading to Amsterdam’s southern neighbourhood of De Pijp. This bohemian area is filled with an abundance of charming old-school pubs, vibrant eateries and lively bars. Here Jad Salfiti takes us on a tour.
Sandwiches: the best thing since sliced bread
Fernando Augusto Pacheco joins us for a global discussion on sandwiches. Then: we head to Denmark for smørrebrød. Plus: A taste of Emilia Romagna with the piadina.
Food Neighbourhoods #445: Angela Hartnett at Cafe Murano, Marylebone
We’re staying hyper local this week as we wander across the road from Midori House in Marylebone to meet acclaimed chef Angela Hartnett at her latest edition of Cafe Murano.
‘The Spanish Pantry’, Danish ice cream and London’s culinary canalboats
We speak to José Pizarro about the Iberian peninsula’s best flavours. Then: Michael Booth gets the scoop on delicious Danish ice cream with Hansens. Plus: Maisie Ringer hops aboard London’s culinary canalboats.
Food Neighbourhoods #444: Muskoka, Canada
We’re heading to Canada’s cottage country, Muskoka. Dining options are diverse, from private chefs to local bakeries, and the culinary scene is rooted in local produce. Here, Mandy Sinclair takes us on a tour.
What makes a ‘flavour hero’? Plus: Rossella’s secret to restaurant longevity and Indonesia’s star barista
We celebrate modern flavour heroes with Gurdeep Loyal. Then: the secret to long-lasting success with Rossella, a family-run Italian restaurant from the 1960s. Plus: we meet Mikael Jasin, Indonesia’s star barista.
Food Neighbourhoods #443: Lille, France
We’re heading to Lille in northern France, where the cobbled streets, vibrant markets and historic architecture showcase a unique blend of French and Flemish culture. Here, Monocle’s Flynn Symonds takes us on a tour.
