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Monocle 24: The Menu

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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 w...

Episodes

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

Mexican chef Enrique Olvera on his new book, 'Sunny Days, Taco Nights'. Plus: Guy de Launey tells us how Slovenia is championing orange wine...

29:21Aug 15, 2025

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

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...

6:48Aug 12, 2025

The summer pantry

From Italian lemons to American zucchini, we stock our cupboards with the sunny ingredients that speak of the season – and cook a fres...

30:33Aug 8, 2025

Food Neighbourhoods #446, De Pijp, Amsterdam

We're heading to Amsterdam's southern neighbourhood of De Pijp. This bohemian area is filled with an abundance of charming old-school pubs,...

8:33Aug 5, 2025

Sandwiches: the best thing since sliced bread

Fernando Augusto Pacheco joins us for a global discussion on sandwiches. Then: we head to Denmark for smørrebrød . Plus: A tas...

33:49Aug 1, 2025

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

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 h...

9:11Jul 29, 2025

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

We speak to José Pizarro about the Iberian peninsula's best flavours. Then: Michael Booth gets the scoop on delicious Danish ice crea...

28:04Jul 29, 2025

Food Neighbourhoods #444: Muskoka, Canada

We're heading to Canada's cottage country, Muskoka. Dining options are diverse, from private chefs to local bakeries, and the culinary scene...

10:19Jul 22, 2025

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

We celebrate modern flavour heroes with Gurdeep Loyal. Then: the secret to long-lasting success with Rossella, a family-run Italian restaura...

34:25Jul 18, 2025

Food Neighbourhoods #443: Lille, France

We're heading to Lille in northern France, where the cobbled streets, vibrant markets and historic architecture showcase a unique blend of F...

8:34Jul 15, 2025

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

The trio behind London's Trullo tell us how they turned their restaurant into a stalwart. Plus: we rediscover a Finnish heritage recipe and...

32:52Jul 11, 2025

Food Neighbourhoods #442: Sa Pa, Vietnam

We're heading to Sa Pa in the northwest of Vietnam. Its cooler climate, verdant mountain vistas and delicious local delicacies make it a pop...

7:48Jul 8, 2025

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

A taste of Chilean cuisine at a new London opening Mareida. Plus: Lucy Hyslop explores the businesses honouring First Nations cooking in Can...

34:45Jul 4, 2025

Food Neighbourhoods #441: Strasbourg, France

Renowned for its medieval architecture and its status as one of the European Union's de-facto capitals, Strasbourg is also a culinary destin...

5:27Jul 1, 2025

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

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...

27:42Jun 27, 2025

Food Neighbourhoods #440: Piata Obor, Bucharest

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...

7:04Jun 24, 2025

Food on the move

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 tast...

28:20Jun 20, 2025

Food Neighbourhoods #439: Quadrilatero, Bologna

Bologna is renowned for its culinary offerings, including regional specialities such lasagne, tagliatelle and tortellini. Here, contributor...

14:44Jun 17, 2025

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

We hear what it takes to launch an independent food brand with Northern Pasta Co. Then: Chiara Rimella shops for Senegalese delicacies at L'...

30:31Jun 13, 2025

Food Neighbourhoods #438: Kalk Bay

Angelica Jopson heads to Cape Town's coastline to sample the culinary delights on offer in Kalk Bay, a fishing village nestled between mount...

11:12Jun 10, 2025