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One Year of Nipotina: A conversation with Head Chef Somaia Hammad, Nipotina
Head Chef Somaia Hammad celebrates Nipotina’s first anniversary with A Feast for Friends, a soulful collaboration with chef and writer Nina Parker. She talks to The Knife about cooking with honesty, crafting dishes that inspire ‘scarpetta’ moments, and why generosity – not grandeur – is what truly defines great Italian food.

James Massoud
5 days ago4 min read


Macellaio RC x Lake District Farmers: Soho's most exciting new collaboration
Macellaio RC has joined forces with Lake District Farmers in a landmark partnership that brings English pasture and Italian craft together on the plate. From Heritage beef to Herdwick lamb, this new collaboration focuses on the "how" behind every cut, celebrating ethical farming, terroir-driven cooking and a future of truly sustainable dining.

James Massoud
Nov 204 min read


SW16 Bar & Kitchen: Streatham’s Neighbourhood Gem Reshaping Local Dining
Once a small Streatham bar, SW16 has evolved into one of South London’s most loved dining spots; a place where comfort meets craft. With Tom Small, Antonio Raspone, and returning Head Chef Teddy Karkut at the helm, this neighbourhood restaurant is redefining what local dining can be: welcoming, inventive, and quietly exceptional.

James Massoud
Nov 63 min read


From South Africa to Glasgow via Naples: A conversation with Chef Patron Dean Parker, Celentano's
From smoked cod doughnuts to vodka-infused whey, Dean Parker’s menu at Celentano’s in Glasgow is a masterclass in zero-waste, big-flavour cooking. As the restaurant celebrates its fourth birthday, we speak to the chef-patron about fermentation, foraging, Italian roots, and why breakfast might just be his favourite dish of all.

James Massoud
Jul 215 min read


From Patagonia to Marylebone: The Restaurants of Diego Jacquet
From the wilds of Patagonia to the heart of Marylebone, chef Diego Jacquet brings a world of flavour to London with Zoilo and Florencio. At Zoilo, he reinvents Argentine tradition with global finesse, while Florencio celebrates his heritage through wood-fired pizza with flair. This is a story of fire, flavour, and a chef who’s cooked with the world’s best — now serving some of London’s most exciting plates.

James Massoud
May 83 min read


Britalian Cuisine, Gastropub Glory, and Culinary Integrity: A conversation with Chef Patron Dave Wall, The Unruly Pig
Chef Dave Wall on Britalian cooking, team loyalty, and how The Unruly Pig keeps raising the bar as the UK's top gastropub.

James Massoud
May 16 min read


From Genoa to London, A Quest for the Perfect Catch: A conversation with Chef Alessandro Bay, Azzurra
Chef Alessandro Bay blends Genoese roots, sustainability and innovation at Azzurra, redefining Italian seafood with a modern London flair.

James Massoud
Dec 16, 20245 min read


The View is putting Agadir on the World's Culinary Map
Discover how The View Hotel is putting Agadir on the culinary map thanks to its gastronomic gems.

James Massoud
Dec 11, 20245 min read


Rediscovering Neapolitan Cuisine: Chef Giuseppe Saccone’s Innovative Take on Sorrento’s Culinary Traditions at Vesuvio Panoramic Restaurant
Chef Giuseppe Saccone redefines Sorrento's flavours, blending tradition with innovation for a fresh take on Neapolitan classics.
Stuart Abraham
Oct 25, 20244 min read


Climate change is one of our greatest adversaries: A conversation with Chef Tommaso Arrigoni, La Raia – one of Italy's most sustainable restaurants
Chef Tomasso Arrigoni blends Ligurian and Piedmontese flavours, championing sustainability with bold yet simple dishes honouring tradition.

James Massoud
Oct 11, 20243 min read


Meet The Genovese Chefs Driving Ligurian Cuisine
Discover the Genovese chefs elevating Ligurian cuisine with fresh, local ingredients and classic dishes reimagined for modern tastes.
Stuart Abraham
Aug 16, 20245 min read
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