Monte Carlo

Fall 2023

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Like no other place, Monte-Carlo stands for glamour and the fine things in life. The latter awaits travelers in grand style in the fall, when the Société des Bains de Mer (SBM) invites to the 3rd Festival des Estoilés Monte-Carlo. Here, the SBM, with its seven Michelin stars - the highest number in Europe - gathers the best four chefs of its own houses, as well as a star chef from the international scene. In 2022, names such as Yannick Alléno, Alain Ducasse, Dominique Lory, and Marcel Ravin demonstrated their skills, and this year, too, one can expect an impressive lineup.

Paris

May 2024

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The city of love proves in May that the latter really does goes through the stomach. In the course of "Taste of Paris", numerous gourmets and industry insiders are drawn to the Grand Palais Éphémère, where visitors can enjoy a variety of products, live cooking shows and inspiring cooking classes over four days. In addition to Michelin-star addresses, exciting newcomers are also represented. An absolute place to be for lovers of French cuisine!

New Zealand

10.02.24

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Although the renowned Marlborough wine-growing region has only existed since the 1970s, its "Wine and Food Festival" is nevertheless the oldest of its kind in New Zealand. Every year on the second Saturday in February, almost every one of the 150 wineries in the region presents its best wines. In addition, there are many gourmet stands, master classes and local fine dining events. Musical accompaniment also awaits visitors at the festival, which takes place in the heart of the wine-growing region in Renwick.

Zurich

07. - 17.09.23

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In September, the Swiss metropolis makes an emphasis on gourmet delights. For eleven days, culinary avant-gardists and famous names in the industry will be attending Food Zürich, one of the largest and most important food festivals in Europe. Between the ten focus themes, there's plenty to see and taste throughout the city. Everything from slow-food markets to urban herb collections and planetary-health dinners.

Australia

17. - 26.05. 24

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In the beautiful south of Australia, gourmets and lovers of fine wine labels will gather in May. The "Clare Valley SCA Gourmet Week" in the valley known for its outstanding Riesling entices with exciting master classes, interactive cooking classes and various tastings. Highlight of the "Land of the Long Lunch" are umpteen boutique wines sourced from the area's many wineries, in addition to a variety of gourmet menus. The lunches take place in selected locations in the region and are curated by outstanding personalities from the Australian culinary world.

Reykjavík

March 2024

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In Iceland, people are no strangers to the fine art of cooking: for a long time, they relied mainly on local products that could be found on the island. This fostered a great deal of creativity, which is celebrated in the course of the "Food and Fun Reykjavík". The festival invites top chefs from the U.S. and Europe to Iceland's capital, where they collaborate with local greats. The crux: they are only allowed to use local products to create their dishes! Visitors can taste the dishes in the city's restaurants during the festival.