Episodes 100
Avg. Duration 20m
Activity Dormant
Since Aug 2024
Latest Episode Aug 2025

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Every Few Days
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Episodic
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www.omnycontent.com

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About This Podcast

Our guide to the world of food, drink and entertaining, The Menu serves up interviews with the world’s most creative chefs, introduces the makers behind the scenes and the ingredients that will soon be landing on your restaurant table.

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Recent Episodes

Enrique Olvera’s new book, Slovenia’s orange wine and chef Alessandra Montagne

Aug 15, 2025 29m

Mexican chef Enrique Olvera on his new book, ‘Sunny Days, Taco Nights’. Plus: Guy de Launey tells us how Slovenia is championing orange wines and we meet Brazilian chef Alessandra Montagne in…

Food Neighbourhoods #447: New England’s ice cream traditions

Aug 12, 2025 6m

We’re journeying to New England to taste one of the region’s most delicious delicacies, high milk-fat ice cream. Here, Jessica Bridger tells us about why the treat is so important.See…

The summer pantry

Aug 08, 2025 30m

From Italian lemons to American zucchini, we stock our cupboards with the sunny ingredients that speak of the season – and cook a fresh recipe with beetroot greens. See omnystudio.com/listener for…

Food Neighbourhoods #446, De Pijp, Amsterdam

Aug 05, 2025 8m

We're heading to Amsterdam's southern neighbourhood of De Pijp. This bohemian area is filled with an abundance of charming old-school pubs, vibrant eateries and lively bars. Here Jad Salfiti takes us…

Sandwiches: the best thing since sliced bread

Aug 01, 2025 33m

Fernando Augusto Pacheco joins us for a global discussion on sandwiches. Then: we head to Denmark for smørrebrød. Plus: A taste of Emilia Romagna with the piadina.See omnystudio.com/listener for…

Food Neighbourhoods #445: Angela Hartnett at Cafe Murano, Marylebone

Jul 29, 2025 9m

We’re staying hyper local this week as we wander across the road from Midori House in Marylebone to meet acclaimed chef Angela Hartnett at her latest edition of Cafe Murano.See…

‘The Spanish Pantry’, Danish ice cream and London’s culinary canalboats

Jul 29, 2025 28m

We speak to José Pizarro about the Iberian peninsula’s best flavours. Then: Michael Booth gets the scoop on delicious Danish ice cream with Hansens. Plus: Maisie Ringer hops aboard London’s culinary…

Food Neighbourhoods #444: Muskoka, Canada

Jul 22, 2025 10m

We’re heading to Canada’s cottage country, Muskoka. Dining options are diverse, from private chefs to local bakeries, and the culinary scene is rooted in local produce. Here, Mandy Sinclair takes us…

What makes a ‘flavour hero’? Plus: Rossella’s secret to restaurant longevity and Indonesia’s star barista

Jul 18, 2025 34m

We celebrate modern flavour heroes with Gurdeep Loyal. Then: the secret to long-lasting success with Rossella, a family-run Italian restaurant from the 1960s. Plus: we meet Mikael Jasin, Indonesia’s…

Food Neighbourhoods #443: Lille, France

Jul 15, 2025 8m

We’re heading to Lille in northern France, where the cobbled streets, vibrant markets and historic architecture showcase a unique blend of French and Flemish culture. Here, Monocle’s Flynn Symonds…

London’s Trullo turns 15, Finnish potato porridge and the UK connection to Saint Émilion’s wines

Jul 11, 2025 32m

The trio behind London’s Trullo tell us how they turned their restaurant into a stalwart. Plus: we rediscover a Finnish heritage recipe and head to Bordeaux to unpack its historic relationship with…

Food Neighbourhoods #442: Sa Pa, Vietnam

Jul 08, 2025 7m

We’re heading to Sa Pa in the northwest of Vietnam. Its cooler climate, verdant mountain vistas and delicious local delicacies make it a popular holiday spot. Here, Lily Austin explores.See…

Chilean cuisine in London, First Nation’s cooking in Canada and the world’s fascination with crisps

Jul 04, 2025 34m

A taste of Chilean cuisine at a new London opening Mareida. Plus: Lucy Hyslop explores the businesses honouring First Nations cooking in Canada and Natalie Whittle on her book dedicated to crisps,…

Food Neighbourhoods #441: Strasbourg, France

Jul 01, 2025 5m

Renowned for its medieval architecture and its status as one of the European Union’s de-facto capitals, Strasbourg is also a culinary destination in its own right. Jad Salfiti takes us to the best…

Jimi Famurewa on growing up a picky eater. Plus: ‘omakase’ in Helsinki and our Wine of the Month

Jun 27, 2025 27m

Jimi Famurewa on how he went from being a picky eater to a restaurant critic. Then: we take a seat at Helsinki’s newest ‘omakase’ spot. Plus: we toast our Wine of the Month.See…

Food Neighbourhoods #440: Piata Obor, Bucharest

Jun 24, 2025 7m

We’re heading to the northeastern edges of Bucharest and to Piata Obor – a sprawling market that has been a cornerstone of life in the city for centuries. Monocle’s Laura Kramer takes us on a…

Food on the move

Jun 20, 2025 28m

Chiara Rimella’s ode to an Italian roadside classic, Autogrill. Then we find out what’s taking off on Portland’s airport menus. Plus: a taste of golden-era-of-travel glamour at New York’s Grand…

Food Neighbourhoods #439: Quadrilatero, Bologna

Jun 17, 2025 14m

Bologna is renowned for its culinary offerings, including regional specialities such lasagne, tagliatelle and tortellini. Here, contributor Dany Mitzman takes a tour of the city’s historic market…

Northern Pasta Co, Dakar’s delicacies and Apollo Bagels in Copenhagen

Jun 13, 2025 30m

We hear what it takes to launch an independent food brand with Northern Pasta Co. Then: Chiara Rimella shops for Senegalese delicacies at L’Epicerie in Dakar. Plus: New York-based Apollo Bagels in…

Food Neighbourhoods #438: Kalk Bay

Jun 10, 2025 11m

Angelica Jopson heads to Cape Town’s coastline to sample the culinary delights on offer in Kalk Bay, a fishing village nestled between mountain and sea.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…

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