Archives for December 2023

Gone are the days when chefs barely peeked their heads out from behind the kitchen pass. The evolution of chefs from behind-the-scenes artists to international culinary celebrities is transforming the way we experience food. Whether they are serving food personally to your table or donning microphones to share their ethos with the masses, we are eating it up. Their world has become ours, and we are hungry for it, and now it has become an intrinsic part of their profession. With the notoriety comes the travel—a requirement to present their food on the international stage. Recently, over 100 chefs from over 40 countries descended on Udine, in Northern Italy, for a phenomenal amalgamation—the XXIV edition of Ein Prosit. Amidst the gaiety of clinking glasses and rekindling acquaintances, I spoke with some of these recognized chefs to find out about their experiences and what it means for them to travel and cook in other parts of the world. When asked to cook at Quintonil restaurant … [Read more...]

Ah, November—a month that brought me to the enchanting Alba White Truffle Festival 2023. The crisp air, the vibrant colours of fall, and the promise of culinary delights awaited me in the picturesque town of Alba. It was to be an experience filled with the symphony of flavours, insights, and the revelation of the delicate world of truffles. The Alba White Truffle World Market is the perfect place to appreciate and buy the best truffles from the Langhe, Roero and Monferrato woods. Cooking Show Extravaganza My journey began with a front-row seat at a cooking show featuring the talented Chef Michelangelo Mammoliti of La Rey Natura, Il Boscareto Resort & Spa. We were first presented with delicious Prosciutto Crudo di Cuneo, which was granted Protected Denomination of Origin status in 2009. About to enjoy green pasta with matcha tea ravioli prepared by Chef Michelangelo Mammoliti and his team Chef Michelangelo Mammoliti (pictured left) was awarded Best Chef of the … [Read more...]