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July 9, 2025

Is Eating a Form of Self-Expression? – What Our Food Choices Say About Us

We often talk about food in terms of nutrients, calories, or trends but rarely as a language. And yet, the choices we make about what, how, and where we eat say more about us than we might think. Beyond sustenance, food becomes a mirror of our values, a vessel for…
May 21, 2025
The Makris Athens team in rhythm with nature – sourcing, selecting, sensing. - The Bouquet From the Farm

Bouquet from the Farm by Chef Petros Dimas

Spring invites a softer rhythm. The markets shift colour. Bitter greens give way to tender leaves, herbs begin to bloom, and every ingredient suddenly seems lighter on the plate. It’s the season where freshness doesn’t just accompany a dish – it defines it and it defines the Bouquet from the…

May 19, 2025

Das Grace in Flensburg – A Fine Dining Journey from Farm to Fjord

It was one of those early spring days when everything feels a touch lighter. The road to “Das Grace” in Flensburg was quiet, the light soft, the air still cool but gentle. Instead of heading straight to the hotel, we took a different route—one that would set the tone for…

April 23, 2025
Reestaurant Jellyfish in Hamburg

Restaurant Jellyfish in Hamburg: Why This Seafood Restaurant Is One of the City’s Most Exciting

Restaurant Jellyfish in Hamburg stands on Weidenallee with a clarity that asks for no explanation. A simple sign, softly lit. Windows that reveal just enough. It doesn’t hide, but it doesn’t seek attention either. Inside, the tone is set by proportion. Warm wood, calm light, well-spaced tables. A bar that…

March 25, 2025
Why We Eat What We Eat – The Psychology of Food

Why We Eat What We Eat – The Psychology of Food

It’s 9:42 PM. You’re not really hungry, but that tub of ice cream in the freezer is whispering your name. Again. Why do we eat what we eat? Is it biology? Boredom? A marketing trick? A memory from childhood sealed with the scent of cinnamon? Turns out, it’s all of…
February 7, 2025
Fine dining dish with seared fish, grilled baby romaine topped with fresh herbs, and a vibrant orange puree, elegantly plated on a white dish. A rich, glossy sauce is being drizzled from a metal saucepan, adding the finishing touch.

Fine Dining Trends in 2025: Personalization, Innovation & Sustainability

Fine dining is no longer just about white tablecloths, towering wine lists, and multi-course extravagance. It is a constantly evolving art form, shaped by technology, sustainability, and changing consumer expectations….