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· Isa Peralta
TikTok chefs break world record for largest sushi roll
American professional chef Nick DiGiovanni (@nick.digiovanni) and Japanese TikTok star Lynn Davis (@cookingwithLynja) went to Boston on Oct. 7 to create the world’s largest sushi roll by width. They prepared a huge roll that weighed the same as around 45,000 regular-sized sushi…
· Bryan Ke
Filipino chefs’ tocino ube burger is featured on front cover of Food and Wine magazine
Two Filipino chefs and their famous tocino burger with ube buns gets the spotlight in the latest issue of Food and Wine. Tom Cunanan and Paolo Dungca, owners of PogiBoy in Washington, D.C., are featured in the magazine’s second annual “The Innovators Issue” along with their…
· Bryan Ke
One of the World’s Most Famous Indian Chefs Dies of COVID-19
Celebrity chef, author and restaurateur Floyd Cardoz passed away in New Jersey due to complications from COVID-19. Cardoz, 59, visited the Mountainside Medical Center in Montclair, New Jersey last week as a “precautionary measure” after he was “feeling feverish.” He later tested…
· Carl Samson
Japanese Master Teaches ‘Shojin Cuisine’ to One of the Best Chefs in the World
As parts of the world transition to a more plant-based diet, restaurants offering “Shojin” cuisine have become more accessible, drawing patrons from all walks of life. But what exactly is Shojin, and how does it work as a dietary choice?
· Benny Luo
One of OC’s Best Sushi Chefs Reveals How to Make World Class Sushi Rice at Home
“We do not serve American rolls.” These are the words you’ll see written on a chalkboard right before you walk into Ikko. Unlike most sushi restaurants in America where we are accustomed to seeing California and Volcano rolls, Chef Ikko Kobayashi is more interested in preserving…
· Khier Casino
Six of Asia’s Top 10 Chefs Are White Guys Who Don’t Even Cook Asian Food
Six out of the top 10 chefs profiled in Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2017 are white males, and some in the culinary community, including TV host and author Anthony Bourdain, believe the list is “beyond ludicrous.” Author and co-founder of Roads & Kingdoms, Matt Goulding, agreed…
· Ryan General
This New York Startup Has the Best Way to Help Refugee Chefs Everywhere
New York City is a haven of great international cuisine. With the number of specialty restaurants that offer a variety of food from different countries in the city, it is certainly not easy for a restaurant to stand out even if they are offering unique meal options. However,…
· Editorial Staff
These Chinese Chefs Have Knife Skills That Are Extremely Satisfying to Watch
There’s nothing like seeing a talented chef doing what he does best. Check out the video above showcasing an array of talented chefs and their incredible knife skills.
· Laura Dang
Female Sushi Chefs Fight For Acceptance After Being Harassed By Sexist Customers
When was the last time you saw a woman behind a sushi counter? Many people have never encountered such a sight in all their years of sushi eating. It may come as a surprise to those who are realizing this now, but there is a strongly held Japanese belief that sushi chefs must…
· Max Chang
Sushi Master Jiro’s Son Once Said Women Can’t Be Sushi Chefs Because They Have Periods
Why can’t women be sushi chefs? Because their periods mess up their sense of taste. Most would agree that statement is clearly sexist, but what’s even more surprising is who said it.
· Editorial Staff
Asia has 11 of the world’s 50 best restaurants
Asia has 11 of the world’s 50 best restaurants: The World’s 50 Best Restaurants list for 2024 have been unveiled, showcasing culinary excellence across 27 global destinations as chosen by 1,080 international restaurant industry experts, including food writers and chefs. This…
· Ryan General
Melbourne pho shop owner claps back at negative reviews
The owner of a popular pho restaurant in Melbourne recently went off on reviewers who posted about their negative experiences at his establishment. Key points:
· Bryan Ke
Acclaimed Tokyo sushi chef to make US debut with $1,000 omakase experience in NYC
Legendary Tokyo sushi chef Hidefumi Namba is coming to New York City next month to host a special omakase dinner experience with a door charge of $1,000 per person. Key points:
· Carl Samson
Son of Asia’s richest man throws lavish pre-wedding bash attended by Rihanna, Mark Zuckerberg
Global elites converged in India over the weekend to attend the pre-wedding celebrations of the youngest son of Mukesh Ambani, Asia’s wealthiest man. Who’s getting married: Anant Ambani, the 28-year-old heir to the Reliance Industries empire and a director at one of its energy…
· Ryan General
7 ‘traditional’ Asian dishes that are actually Asian American
While Asian cuisines have significantly enriched American food culture, some dishes we think of as “traditional” actually have surprising American roots. Beyond just being delicious, these American-born Asian cuisines represent immigrant ingenuity, cultural exchange and, in many…
· Michelle De Pacina
Here’s all the K-content Netflix will drop in 2024, including ‘Squid Game’ 2
Streaming service Netflix is set to captivate global audiences in 2024 with a diverse lineup of Korean content, including returning favorites like “Squid Game” and “Sweet Home.” Anticipated returns: This year’s fan favorites include the anticipated second season of “Squid Game”…
· Bryan Ke
Chrissy Teigen addresses controversy over 5-year-old son’s eating habits
Chrissy Teigen has addressed online controversy surrounding her son’s food preferences. Driving the news: Teigen, 38, was on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” Thursday with Michelin-starred chef David Chang to promote their new show, “Chrissy and Dave Dine Out.” At one point, she shared that…
· Michelle De Pacina
$10,000 members-only sushi restaurant set to open in Miami
Miami is set to host a $10,000 members-only sushi restaurant, Ura, featuring renowned Tokyo-based chef Hidefumi Namba. Making a deal: Namba, known for his meticulous approach to temperature control, has dreamt of expanding to a “beautiful city that always has good weather,”…
· Bryan Ke
Tamarind predicted to be 2024’s ‘Flavor of the Year’ by McCormick
Global spice brand McCormick and Company has named tamarind its 2024 “Flavor of the Year,” releasing a new seasoning blend to match it. About the seasoning: McCormick made the announcement in the 24th edition of its Flavor Forecast, an annual report released since 2000. Its…
· Michelle De Pacina
How New Jersey’s first Pinoy coffee shop brews Filipino culture and community
While Trixie Jose had long dreamed of creating a safe space for people to gather and enjoy Filipino food and drinks, the turning point in her entrepreneurial journey was when her now-husband Matthew Reyes took her on a birthday trip to Washington in 2019. The couple, who were…