Food Industry News

In our culinary news section, the Chef’s Pencil team brings together our latest research and insights into the culinary and food industry.

Read our latest reports on the most expensive restaurants in the world, the countries with the highest number of Michelin restaurants, latest veganism popularity trends, or the most sushi-crazed cities in the world.

What to Eat in Munich, According to a Three-Star Michelin Chef

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Tohru in der Schreiberei, the famed Munich restaurant, recently joined the very exclusive ranks of Germany’s three-starred Michelin restaurants—only 12 nationwide, and just two in Munich. Chef’s Pencil sat down...

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July 11, 2025

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How to Open a Restaurant: The Essentials

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Opening a restaurant is one of the most exciting—and demanding—ventures in the food world. From shaping your concept to serving your first guest, the journey is packed with decisions that...

Chef's Pencil Staff

June 13, 2025

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New Data Reveals Where Chefs Are Earning $100,000+

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TV shows and social media have glamorized life in the kitchen, turning chefs into pop-culture icons and sparking dreams of fame, food tours, and fortune. But for most culinary professionals,...

Chef's Pencil Staff

June 12, 2025

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How Much Do Chefs and Line Cooks Make in 2025?

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The Bureau of Labor Statistics recently released its latest national survey of employment and wage data. The report includes state- and metro-level wage figures for a range of culinary occupations,...

Corina Onet

May 30, 2025

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Listeria And Food Safety: Tips For Home Cooks & Pros

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If you’re someone who loves spending time in the kitchen—whether you’re a seasoned chef or just enjoy whipping up meals at home—there’s one invisible threat you should definitely have on...

Chef's Pencil Staff

May 22, 2025

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Where Cooks Flip the Most Burgers: States with the Highest Share of Fast Food Cooks

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Across the United States, cooking is a profession that spans Michelin-starred fine dining, bustling food trucks, and everything in between. But in many states, the culinary labor force leans heavily...

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May 14, 2025

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U.S. Education Reforms Could Boost Culinary Schools—If They Deliver on Outcomes

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New federal legislation signals a shift toward workforce training, with Pell Grant expansions and new accountability rules on the horizon. A sweeping new education reform effort in Congress could signal...

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May 7, 2025

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ChefMaison Brings Its Private Dining Revolution to Portugal

What began as a survival strategy during the lockdown has evolved into one of Europe’s most exciting culinary platforms. ChefMaison, a Dutch-born service that connects private chefs with diners, is...

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May 1, 2025

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Culinary School Debt: How Much You’ll Pay and How to Avoid Overpaying

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A few years ago, Bradley—better known as @baddie.brad on TikTok—went viral after sharing a candid video about his $130,000 debt from a three-year culinary arts bachelor’s degree. After graduating from...

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April 17, 2025

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These are Brooklyn’s Most Expensive Restaurants in 2025

Brooklyn is home to some of New York City’s finest restaurants—including multiple Michelin-starred establishments—proving yet again that world-class dining isn’t just confined to Manhattan. With a blend of high-end omakase...

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March 27, 2025

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Mapped: Most Expensive Michelin Restaurants in NYC in 2025

In 2025, New York City is home to 72 Michelin-starred restaurants, making it the top city in North America for Michelin dining and ranking 7th worldwide. From intimate sushi counters to extravagant...

Corina Onet

March 19, 2025

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Veganism’s Popularity Returns to Pre-2020 Levels

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In 2022, Chef’s Pencil reported that the veganism movement had lost momentum, marking the beginning of a steep and steady decline in public interest. Recent Google Trends data confirms this...

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February 10, 2025

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Ski and Savor: The World’s Best Ski Resorts for Fine Dining

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The allure of ski resorts goes beyond the slopes; for many visitors, it’s about the après-ski atmosphere, boutique shopping, and, most importantly, the culinary scene. Around the world, certain ski...

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January 20, 2025

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The Priciest Michelin-starred Restaurants of 2024

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The crisp autumn breeze signals the arrival of two of the most highly anticipated culinary seasons: crab and truffle. These luxurious ingredients, celebrated for their unmatched flavors and rarity, take...

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November 21, 2024

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Philly: The World’s Most Pizza-Obsessed City, While New York Serves the Best

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October marks National Pizza Month in the U.S. – a month-long celebration of one of America’s, and the world’s, favorite foods. Pizza, of course, is an Italian invention. But Italian...

Corina Onet

October 8, 2024

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The World’s Late Night Dining Capitals: The Cities Where Booking a Late Night Meal is Easiest

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When you leave the cinema or theatre, or just when you’ve enjoyed a long day out, there is nothing like sitting down to a late meal with friends or family,...

Caroline Williams

August 27, 2024

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Affordable Michelin-Starred Eats in Paris During the Summer Olympics

The Summer Olympics are just around the corner, with the much-awaited Opening Ceremony scheduled this Friday along the scenic Seine river—a first in Olympic history for the ceremony to take...

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July 24, 2024

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Affordable Michelin Restaurants: New York City’s Best Picks

New York is America’s fine dining capital, boasting 68 Michelin-starred restaurants, ranking the city first in the Americas and seventh worldwide, between Hong Kong and Singapore, for the highest number...

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July 19, 2024

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Cities & Countries with the Most Michelin Restaurants per Capita

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Why does this matter? The Michelin Guide has long been used as a marketing tool to promote cities, regions and countries as prime fine-dining destinations. The recognition and prestige associated...

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June 11, 2024

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Mapped: Michelin Lunches Under €50 in Paris; Dinner Under €100

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In just two months, Paris will take center stage globally as it hosts the 30th edition of the Summer Olympics. Sixteen million people are expected to visit the French capital...

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May 30, 2024

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Cities with the Most Michelin Restaurants in 2024

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The Michelin Guide, launched over a century ago, has become a benchmark of culinary excellence, highlighting the world’s finest dining establishments. In recent years, the Guide has expanded its geographic...

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May 16, 2024

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Countries with Most Michelin Restaurants in 2024

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The Michelin Guide was launched over 100 years ago, and since its inception it has expanded its coverage to more than 40 countries and territories. Recently, the Michelin Guide has...

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May 16, 2024

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Exploring Michelin Dining Costs Across 40 Countries: A Global Analysis

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Launched 124 years ago, the Michelin Guide continues to be world’s most prestigious restaurant rating system. It has substantially increased its geographic coverage over the past few years, now featuring...

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April 29, 2024

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Cooks, Chefs Jobs Reach All-Time High, While Food & Beverage Serving Jobs Way Below Pre-pandemic Levels

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For a brief summary of the report, please see below the key takeaways: While employment in the food and beverage service industry is still, on aggregate, down compared to pre-pandemic...

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May 24, 2023

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