I got to know BELGA shortly after the opening on the recommendation of a good Bangkok friend. This Bar & Brasserie with Belgian charm, Belgian beers and culinary highlights of Belgian cuisine is the real address to feel good. Continue reading BELGA @Sofitel
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Pot Luck Club Capetown
We discovered the Pot Luck Club in Cape Town when we were looking for the restaurant “The Test Kitchen” – one of the best 50 restaurants worldwide. At the time of our visit both restaurants were run by the same owner. Unfortunately, The Test Kitchen was still closed – in retrospect a lucky coincidence, because the food and especially the bright atmosphere of the Pot Luck Club fascinated us deeply. Continue reading Pot Luck Club Capetown
Yam Moo Yang from Duroc
As promised, you can read here how I proceeded with the grilled piece of pork loin from the Duroc. I took the chance to prepare one of my favourite Thai dishes – a salad with grilled pork. As a gimmick I use black instead of fresh garlic. Continue reading Yam Moo Yang from Duroc
Central Market
Adelaide is a beautiful and tranquil place – there are an incredible number of green spaces, parks and of course the great Botanical Garden. Another highlight, and one that takes place indoors, is the Adelaide Central Market. This is definitely a MUST SEE when you are in the city. The atmosphere reflects the attitude, lifestyle and zest for life of the inhabitants of this rather small Australian city. Continue reading Central Market
Tasos Andriotis – Chef of the Rose Garden Restaurant & Angsana Corfu
Tasos Andriotis is one of the most famous chefs in Greece. Just a few days ago, he and his team received the Award of Modern Greek Cuisine 2022 in Thessaloniki. The team was honoured for their achievements regarding the Rose Garden Restaurant in Moraitika on Corfu. Continue reading Tasos Andriotis – Chef of the Rose Garden Restaurant & Angsana Corfu
FRUIT LOGISTICA 2025
Anticipation for this year’s FRUIT LOGISTICA was high – perhaps a little too high, because expectations need to be met, and this time Friday was certainly not our best choice of day to attend. But more on that later.
Continue reading FRUIT LOGISTICA 2025
International Green Week 2025
Year after year – including in 2025 – Green Week once again drew us into the halls of Messe Berlin. As always, there was plenty to see: much that was familiar, but also quite a bit that was new, surprising, and this year, seemingly an incredible abundance of sweets. Continue reading International Green Week 2025
El Gaucho
Some time ago I visited with a good Bangkok friend the El Gaucho Bangkok – the “branch” not far from the Grand Mercure ASOKE…right next to Terminal 21. The atmosphere of the restaurant was very inviting and authentic, you felt right at home and almost like in a Argentina steakhouse. The furnishings are very attractive and invite you to linger even beyond the good steak. Continue reading El Gaucho
Nicolas Basset – former Executive Chef of Sofitel Bangkok Sukhumvit & Chef of Belga Rooftop Bar & Brasserie
Nicolas Basset – Chef Nico – is one of the most innovative chefs I have ever met. Before he started the BELGA project at Sofitel Sukhumvit, he was already sous chef at the MGallery Sofitel VIE Hotel.
The cuisine of the VIE Hotel enjoys an excellent reputation for a reason – for many years now, chefs of rank, name and stars have been coming here to set new highlights and pass on their knowledge.
Since the beginning of 2020, Nico has not only been head chef at BELGA but has also risen to the management level of the Sofitel Bangkok Sukhumvit with the position of executive chef – congratulations.
Tom Köffers – Chef at Surf & Turf by Soul Kitchen in Phuket Town
When it comes to innovative food and unique textures, Chef Tom Köffers from Surf & Turf is a constant on Phuket. There may be many chefs who are able to convince – but Tom is able to do this with the most minimalist of requirements. Continue reading Tom Köffers – Chef at Surf & Turf by Soul Kitchen in Phuket Town
Soho Chicken Hamburg
…recently, Tuesday February the 9th, at Soho Chicken, we were in the mood for something different, “The Urban Restaurant & Bar” came just in time. Continue reading Soho Chicken Hamburg
Pullman Phuket Arcadia
The Pullman Arcadia is one of the most impressive resorts I have ever had the honour to stay in. It’s not that everything is perfect here, but it’s the overall package that makes all the difference – you just feel good. Continue reading Pullman Phuket Arcadia
International Shiraz Day
Carpe diem @Feuerbach
Update: [2024-08-08] Unfortunately, the Feuerbach no longer exists.
Gut Bressau
In recent years, Polish heifers on German plates have become a real insider tip – often the ideal conditions for breeding and keeping them are unjustly misjudged regarding our direct neighbour. The exclusive supplier R&S therefore showed the right instinct when they started out with heifer meat from Gut Bressau. Continue reading Gut Bressau
Meet the Chef
With “Meet the Chef” I have fulfilled a long-cherished wish of my heart. For many years I have appreciated cooking sessions – just as musicians love to hold jam sessions. Continue reading Meet the Chef
Jackie Amorn Prechawathanawong – Executive Chef at Mövenpick Resort Khao Yai
While visiting the wonderful Mövenpick Resort in Kao Yai, right in the heart of Thailand, I met the young and inspiring Executive Chef Amorn Prechawathanawong – Jackie for short. Continue reading Jackie Amorn Prechawathanawong – Executive Chef at Mövenpick Resort Khao Yai
Animal Welfare Initiative
The press contact of the Initiative Tierwohl – Dr. Patrick Klein – was kind enough to give me an insight into this important and for me new topic, thank you for that. Continue reading Animal Welfare Initiative
Das Dorsch – time for the culinary
On the recommendation of an experienced restaurateur from Fürstenwalde, we visited today quite spontaneously Das Dorsch in Bad Saarow. In order not to experience an unpleasant surprise on this sunny Sunday, we have previously reserved by phone of course and had luck to get hold of a table outside. Continue reading Das Dorsch – time for the culinary
Tomahawk Steak
The weekend was mighty sunny – reason enough to put up the grill again and “roast” a good piece of meat. Today it was time for the “Family Tomahawk” – here I got myself a great piece of meat from CHÂTEAU BOEUF. The meat of this brand is exclusively available at REWE and it is French premium quality from young bulls.
Duroc – Chops
It is certainly hard to avoid that you notice how much I am a fan of the Spanish Duroc pig. Very, very early on – when I was still going to school every morning through my grandfather’s butcher’s shop, pig still tasted like pig. Continue reading Duroc – Chops
Tampopo – It’s how I discovered my Love affair with noodle soup
Hello dear reader
Have you ever heard of the film “Tampopo” – It’s how I discovered my Love affair with noodle soup. Today I want to share with you my interest in noodle soups and street kitchens and why I love sharing my experiences with you. Continue reading Tampopo – It’s how I discovered my Love affair with noodle soup
Rose petal jam
Matti and Tuuli Kotaja from the Finnish family business Finnish Plant FP-Kotaja Oy, founded in 1983, are real enthusiasts – with their high-quality rose petal confiture they have a unique delicacy on the market. It is particularly likeable and impressive that Matti’s family has been active in agriculture since the 16th century – he has always had his profession in his genes. Continue reading Rose petal jam