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Legacies in food and drink

21 februari 2025 · 30 min
Afspelen

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. Lees meer

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Food Neighbourhoods #422: South Kensington, London

18 februari 2025 · 8 min
Afspelen

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. Lees meer

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The cuisine surrounding the Danube and the absinthe revival

14 februari 2025 · 34 min
Afspelen

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. Lees meer

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Food Neighbourhoods #421: Thessaloniki, Greece

11 februari 2025 · 6 min
Afspelen

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. Lees meer

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Taking it slow

7 februari 2025 · 34 min
Afspelen

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. Lees meer

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Food Neighbourhoods #420: Little Portugal, Sydney

4 februari 2025 · 9 min
Afspelen

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. Lees meer

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Modern Georgian cuisine and Lyon’s Sirha trade fair

31 januari 2025 · 30 min
Afspelen

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. Lees meer

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Food Neighbourhoods #419: Alagna Valsesia

28 januari 2025 · 10 min
Afspelen

We’re hitting the Italian Alps and the small hamlet of Alagna Valsesia at the foot of the Monte Rosa massif. Though Monocle’s Lars Bevanger keeps returning here to ski, what’s equally tempting are the region’s delicious wine and cuisine. Here, he takes us on a tour of the Alpine town. Lees meer

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Modern barbecue philosophy with Dave Pynt

24 januari 2025 · 31 min
Afspelen

We speak to the man whose passion for cooking with fire has been fuelling one of the world’s best restaurants – Burnt Ends in Singapore. Also on the programme: we trace the journey of Hong Kong noodles to London and speak to the Croatian author translating literature into enticing recipes. Lees meer

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Food Neighbourhoods #418: De Baarsjes, Amsterdam

22 januari 2025 · 7 min
Afspelen

This week we wander the canals of De Baarsjes in west Amsterdam. With an abundance of specialty cafés, bakeries and global culinary outposts, this area of the Netherlands’ capital is fast becoming the preferred choice of gastronomically inclined visitors. Ilze Vitola takes us on a tour. Lees meer

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Eat your greens! Plus: the popularity of non-alocholic drinks

17 januari 2025 · 31 min
Afspelen

It’s only natural to spend time reflecting on your habits at the beginning of the new year – and that includes eating and drinking too. In this episode we speak to the author tracing the philosophy of food systems around the world and drop in to a mocktail bar in Canada. Plus: we sit down with the Danish “gastrophysicist” on a mission to get the country to eat more greens. Lees meer

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Food Neighbourhoods #417: Lagos, Portugal

14 januari 2025 · 10 min
Afspelen

We head to Lagos in the Algarve region of southern Portugal, a busy summer-tourist destination known for its golden beaches and limestone cliffs. Here, in the quieter months, Angelica Jopson takes us for a walk through town in search of the best spots to enjoy the local cuisine’s delicious simplicity. Lees meer

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‘Crumbs’, Kurze and ‘Money on the Wall’

10 januari 2025 · 30 min
Afspelen

We meet author Ben Mims to flick through his new book, ‘Crumbs’, which traces the history of cookies and biscuits from around the world. Also in the programme, Monocle’s Petri Burtsoff is in Tallinn to try a newly opened Dagestani restaurant, Kurze. Plus: Elna Nykänen Andersson heads to Stockholm’s Spritmuseum, dedicated to Swedish drinking culture, to learn about depictions of food and drink in Andy Warhol’s artwork. Lees meer

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Food Neighbourhoods #416: Périgueux, France

7 januari 2025 · 6 min
Afspelen

Périgueux, capital of the Dordogne department in southwestern France, is renowned for a history that is just as rich as its food. From truffles and walnuts to foie gras and goats cheese, the hallmarks of Périgord cuisine are some of the nation’s most revered and can be found in local marketplaces alongside other delicious delicacies. Against the old town’s medieval and Renaissance backdrop, journalist and travel writer Tamara Thiessen embarks on a tour de taste. Lees meer

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The best of 2024, part two

3 januari 2025 · 30 min
Afspelen

Monocle’s Chiara Rimella looks back at a delicious 2024. Lees meer

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The best of 2024, part one

27 december 2024 · 30 min
Afspelen

Monocle’s Chiara Rimella looks back at a delicious 2024. This week we reflect on our favourite drinking and dining books of the year. Lees meer

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Winter special

20 december 2024 · 30 min
Afspelen

We celebrate the season with an episode dedicated to the joys of eating in winter. First up, we get the scoop on why a successful London restaurant is expanding into serving up ice cream. Then: we’re in Singapore to learn about the craze for hotpot at this time of year. Plus: we head to Lapland for some fine dining at Tapio. Lees meer

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Food Neighbourhoods #415: Trondheim, Norway

17 december 2024 · 11 min
Afspelen

We’re heading to Norway’s third-largest city, Trondheim. Also known as the Viking capital, Trondheim boasts abundant culinary traditions, particularly at Christmas time. Monocle’s Oslo correspondent, Lars Bevanger, takes us on a taste-filled tour. Lees meer

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Christmas special

13 december 2024 · 34 min
Afspelen

We’re getting into the festive spirit with an episode dedicated to drinking and dining at Christmas. First up, we bring you a selection of must-have holiday treats from around Europe. Then: George Ruskin sinks his teeth into Lübeck marzipan. Plus: we visit London’s Smithfield Market to learn more about its annual jamboree. Lees meer

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Food Neighbourhoods #414: Old Town, Kraków

10 december 2024 · 8 min
Afspelen

If you’re thinking of a continental excursion this winter, one place to head for culinary delights is Kraków. This picturesque city is at its best when covered in a thick blanket of snow and what better way to warm up than with a comforting plate of traditional pierogies. Monocle’s Flynn Symonds shows us his favourite spots in the city. Lees meer

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The art of winemaking

6 december 2024 · 30 min
Afspelen

This week’s episode is dedicated to the art of winemaking. We speak to writer, restaurateur and wine lover, Dan Keeling, about his brand new book, ‘Who’s Afraid of Romanée Conti?’. Also in the programme: Monocle’s Gregory Scruggs heads to Walla Walla, the winemaking hub of Washington state, to learn more about the US’s second largest wine-making region. Then: Monocle sub editor and in-house wine expert, Chloé Lake, crowns her wine of the month. Lees meer

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Food Neighbourhoods #413: Testaccio, Rome

3 december 2024 · 9 min
Afspelen

When in Rome, there’s no shortage of culinary outposts. But one neighbourhood in particular is known for serving up the city’s best traditional dishes. Monocle’s Lily Austin takes us for a stroll around Testaccio. Lees meer

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Mangal II and ‘The World Atlas of Honey’

29 november 2024 · 30 min
Afspelen

We sit down with Ferhat Dirik, the restaurateur behind London’s Mangal II, to learn what it takes to update a restaurant for a new generation. Also in the programme: we meet Marina Marchese to flick through her new book, ‘The World Atlas of Honey’, and pop open the lid on the sweet stuff. Lees meer

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Food Neighbourhoods #412: Port Townsend, Washington

26 november 2024 · 11 min
Afspelen

We’re heading to the salty shores of the Pacific Northwest, where a town famous for its boat building is also gaining a reputation as a dining destination. Monocle’s Seattle correspondent, Gregory Scruggs, took the ferry over to Port Townsend to find out more. Lees meer

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Scottish drinking and dining

22 november 2024 · 38 min
Afspelen

We meet some of Scotland’s most exciting culinary creators. First up, co-founder of the acclaimed Inver restaurant, Pam Brunton, provides her take on modern Scottish cuisine and tells us about her new book, ‘Between Two Waters’. Then: we sit down with the head of mixology at Gleneagles to learn how he blends the hotel’s history into his cocktails. Plus: we visit London’s first dedicated Scottish deli. Lees meer

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Food Neighbourhoods #411: Dalston, London

19 november 2024 · 5 min
Afspelen

We’re back on familiar soil this week as we head to the East London neighbourhood of Dalston. This vibrant slice of the capital is renowned for its hole-in-the-wall coffee shops, high-end wine bars and some of London’s most exciting restaurants. Here, Monocle’s Hanna Pham shows us her favourite spots. Lees meer

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Food in print

15 november 2024 · 32 min
Afspelen

We flick through culinary magazines and newspapers for an episode entirely dedicated to food in print. First up, we speak to Joseph de Klee, founder of ‘The Pass’, a paper highlighting the best of London’s gastronomic scene. Then: we’re heading to the Finnish newsstands to meet the editor in chief of a long-standing food magazine, ‘Glorian ruoka & vilni’. Plus: Fernando Augusto Pacheco, host of ‘The Stack’ on Monocle Radio, picks out the best in food publishing from around the world. Lees meer

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Food Neighbourhoods #410: Cusco, Peru

12 november 2024 · 7 min
Afspelen

We head to the ancient city of Cusco in the Peruvian Andes to wander its breathtaking (literally) cobblestone streets, and taste both its traditional delicacies and contemporary cuisine. Here, Monocle’s Elna Schutz takes us on a gastronomic tour of what is considered the oldest living city in the Americas. Lees meer

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‘Cooking for People’, Estonian wine and The Newt

8 november 2024 · 37 min
Afspelen

This week, we sit down with Mike Davies, the chef at the helm of one of London’s most celebrated gastropubs, The Camberwell Arms, to leaf through his new seasonal cookbook, ‘Cooking for People’. Then, Petri Burtsoff heads to a Luscher & Matiesen winery on the Estonian island of Muhu to taste some of the nation’s unique tipples. Plus: Monocle’s Monica Lillis is in Somerset to learn more about the hotel and country estate that’s committed to the land and local culinary traditions. Lees meer

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Food Neighbourhoods #409: Vaxholm, Sweden

5 november 2024 · 7 min
Afspelen

We head to Sweden, the home of cinnamon buns, or ‘kanelbullar’, to meet award winning home-cook Lina Walstrom. Monocle’s Tamara Thiessen heads to meet her in Vaxholm to learn how to make this staple Swedish treat. Lees meer

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‘Hokkaido’, Ben Slater and our Wine of the Month

1 november 2024 · 33 min
Afspelen

We leaf through a new cookbook by Tim Anderson dedicated to the cuisine of the Japanese island of Hokkaido. Also in the programme, George Ruskin meets chef Ben Slater to learn about the art of food styling and our in-house wine expert, Chloé Lake, crowns her wine of the month. Lees meer

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Food Neighbourhoods #408: Oslo, Norway

29 oktober 2024 · 7 min
Afspelen

Norway’s capital is not to be overlooked if you want a taste of the best that the Nordics have to offer. Much like its people, Oslo’s culinary scene is not brash or showy, so its most notable restaurants and bars can be easy to miss. Here, Monocle’s resident Norwegian, Gunnar Gronlid, helps us uncover some of the city’s best spots. Lees meer

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Umami

25 oktober 2024 · 32 min
Afspelen

This week’s episode is dedicated entirely to umami. First up, we sit down with Christopher Beckman, whose new book dives into the history and potency of anchovies. Also on the programme: Monocle’s Canberra correspondent, Aarti Betigeri, tastes Australia’s divisive spread, Vegemite. Plus: we unearth the bountiful possibilities of cooking with fungi with Sam White, executive chef at Fortnum & Mason. Lees meer

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Food Neighbourhoods #407: Taormina, Sicily

22 oktober 2024 · 8 min
Afspelen

We swap city life for the hilltop town of Taormina in Sicily to soak up the last of the season’s sun. George Ruskin takes us on a tour of this elegant destination’s best culinary spots. Lees meer

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Happy Endings, Butcheria and Japanese food replicas

18 oktober 2024 · 33 min
Afspelen

This week, we delve into the pleasure of ice cream whatever the season with founder of Happy Endings, Terri Mercieca. Also in the programme, Monocle’s Copenhagen correspondent Michael Booth meets chef and butcher, Michael Museth, at his restaurant and shop, Butcheria, dedicated to delivering high-quality-meat products to the city. Plus: Mae-Li Evans visits a new exhibition at Japan House London, ‘Looks Delicious!’, all about the art of hyper-realistic food replicas in Japan. Lees meer

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Food Neighbourhoods #406: Hudson, New York

15 oktober 2024 · 8 min
Afspelen

Today we’re heading upstream to Hudson, a leafy town north of New York, to sample its culinary delights. Monocle’s Anita Riotta takes us on a tour. Lees meer

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Santiago Lastra, fresh-herb foraging in Finland and Lulu’s

11 oktober 2024 · 32 min
Afspelen

This week, we welcome chef Santiago Lastra back to the studio to discuss his new London opening, Fonda, inspired by Mexico’s laidback eateries. Also in the programme: Monocle’s Petri Burtsoff meets Finnish chef Sami Tallberg to learn about the transformative flavours of fresh-foraged herbs. Plus: Monica Lillis heads to Lulu's, a South London neighbourhood restaurant taking the area’s culinary reputation to the next level. Lees meer

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Food Neighbourhoods #405: Marseille

8 oktober 2024 · 12 min
Afspelen

Today, we’re heading to France’s oldest city, Marseille. Known for its sunshine, sea and saffron, this melting pot of a port town seamlessly blends French, Italian, Mediterranean and North African cooking traditions and rituals. Here, Sarah Grice takes us on a tour of her favourite spots. Lees meer

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Condiments

4 oktober 2024 · 34 min
Afspelen

This week we whip out jars and bottles for an episode entirely dedicated to condiments. First up, we sit down with the authority on the subject, author Claire Dinhut – also known as Condiment Claire – to talk about her new book. Also in the programme: Monocle’s Gregory Scruggs meets the founders of KariKari Chilli Crisp in Seattle to learn about the global craze for spicy sauces. Plus: Sebastian Stephenson heads to Highbank Orchards to taste its award-winning cider vinegar. Lees meer

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Food Neighbourhoods #404: Herne Hill, London

1 oktober 2024 · 8 min
Afspelen

Today, Monocle’s Monica Lillis heads to the leafy suburb of Herne Hill in South London to sample its artisanal bakeries and cafés, sit down at some of the area’s best restaurants and tour its stalwart Sunday market. Take a listen. Lees meer

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‘The Martini’, The Ferm and Wine of the Month

27 september 2024 · 34 min
Afspelen

This week, we sit down with Alice Lascelles to flick through her new book, ‘The Martini’, and learn why she’s so passionate about this classic cocktail. Also in the programme: Hannah Pham meets with Rebecca Ghim, founder of The Ferm, a London-based fermentary that turns waste products into kimchi. Plus, our wine expert, Chloé Lake, crowns her wine of the month. Lees meer

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Food Neighbourhoods #403: Ibiza Town

24 september 2024 · 11 min
Afspelen

On the Balearic isle of Ibiza the summer season is beginning to wind down. The legions of leisure seekers won’t officially dwindle until mid-October, when many of the island’s restaurants head off on their half-year hiatus. Moored in Ibiza Town, Monocle correspondent Liam Aldous has been tucking into the changing face of the port city’s food scene, which is seeing a growing number of restaurants turn into perennial offerings – a development that’s pleasing residents just as much as the tourists. Lees meer

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Tollington’s fish bar and Ziba

20 september 2024 · 29 min
Afspelen

We meet Ed McIlory to find out about his new Iberia-inspired opening, Tollington’s, in north London. Also on the programme: Marisa Mazria Katz meets the founders of Ziba, a US-based company that aims to bring the distinctive taste of Afghan fruit and nuts to the world. Lees meer

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Food Neighbourhoods #402: Boston and Cambridge, Massachusetts

17 september 2024 · 7 min
Afspelen

With the leaves beginning to turn golden brown in the Northern Hemisphere, Monocle’s Sana Jumani takes us on a tour of Boston and Cambridge, Massachusetts, an area renowned for its autumnal fare as well as its varied culinary scene. Lees meer

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Lahpet Larder, Do Good Brew Co and Archestratus

13 september 2024 · 32 min
Afspelen

We meet Dan Anton of London’s Lahpet to learn more about his most recent opening, Lahpet Larder, and talk about the appetite for Burmese cuisine. Also on the programme: we’re in Finland to meet the founder of Do Good Brew Co, who tells us about his mission to pair beer with fine dining. Plus: Monocle’s Tomos Lewis heads to Archestratus Books and Foods in Brooklyn, New York. Lees meer

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Food Neighbourhoods #401: Mendoza, Argentina

10 september 2024 · 7 min
Afspelen

Monocle’s Liv Kessler heads to Mendoza, the wine capital of Argentina, to explore the heart of the city’s culinary scene through the lens of its historic food culture. Lees meer

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Savoy Helsinki’s new book, Bleu Tshering Dorji and Catarina Bistrot

6 september 2024 · 29 min
Afspelen

This week we sit down with Helena Puolakka and Saku Tuominen of Savoy in Helsinki to learn about their new publishing project. Also: we hear from chef Bleu Tshering Dorji, who is looking to bring Bhutanese cuisine to the world stage. Plus: Chiara Rimella explores the intertwined history of religion and food at Catarina Bistrot in Turin. Lees meer

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Food Neighbourhoods #400: Stoneybatter, Dublin

3 september 2024 · 7 min
Afspelen

This week we head to the Dublin neighbourhood of Stoneybatter, north of the River Liffey, to sample culinary delights ranging from freshly baked sourdough to authentic Italian fare. Lees meer

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David Carter, Kanaan and our Wine of the Month

30 augustus 2024 · 30 min
Afspelen

We speak to restauranter David Carter about the inspiration behind his globally minded venues in London. Also on the programme: we learn more about the ethos of Berlin restaurant Kanaan, which was founded by an Israeli and a Palestinian. Plus: our in-house wine expert, Chloé Lake, crowns her wine of the month. Lees meer

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Food Neighbourhoods #399: Grenada, West Indies

27 augustus 2024 · 8 min
Afspelen

Mandy Sinclair heads to the Dodgy Dock Restaurant & Bar food market on Grenada in the West Indies to meet some of the nation’s gastronomic pioneers and taste test the local cuisine. Lees meer

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