Chef of the Week: Chef Jeong-In Hwang of San Ho Won, San Francisco
This week, we’re honored to feature Chef Jeong-In Hwang, chef de cuisine of San Ho Won in San Francisco. San Ho Won is one of the most acclaimed Korean restaurants...
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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.
Chef of the Week: Chef Roberto Alcocer of Valle, California
This week, we’re thrilled to spotlight Chef Roberto Alcocer, the visionary behind Valle in Oceanside, California, and one of the leading ambassadors of modern Mexican cuisine in the United States....
Chef of the Week: Chef Seigo Tamura of 715 Sushi, Los Angeles
This week, we spotlight Chef Seigo Tamura, the acclaimed itamae behind 715 Sushi in Los Angeles and a standout figure in today’s sushi world. A former professional athlete who traded...
Most Expensive Restaurants in Scottsdale
Scottsdale has quietly turned into one of the most expensive steak-and-seafood playgrounds in the Southwest. To see just how high the checks can climb, Chef’s Pencil analyzed menus across the...
Chef of the Week: Chef Rogelio Garcia of Auro, California
From dishwasher to Michelin-starred executive chef, Rogelio Garcia’s story is the kind of journey that defines modern American dining — one built on grit, humility, and extraordinary talent. As the...
The Most Expensive Restaurants in Phoenix
While it may not enjoy the same gourmand cachet as some other U.S. cities, Phoenix’s dining scene has exploded in recent years. World-class chefs, boutique hotel restaurants, and luxury steakhouses...
International Thanksgiving Foods: What Different Countries Serve in Autumn
Long before Thanksgiving became synonymous with turkey, parades, and football in the United States, many cultures across the world were already honoring the same idea: gratitude for the harvest. In...
Chef of the Week: Sumant Sharma, Executive Pastry Chef at Musaafer Houston & NYC
Redefining Indian Pastry on the Global Stage From the farmlands of Royal Rajasthan to the Michelin-starred kitchens of Musaafer, Chef Sumant Sharma has embarked on a remarkable journey to reimagine...
Thanksgiving Restaurant Prices Revealed: What Americans Pay in 29 Cities
For many Americans, Thanksgiving has long meant crowded grocery stores, hours of chopping and roasting, and a post-feast mountain of dishes. But a growing number of people are choosing a...
Chef of the Week: Chef Massimo Falsini of Caruso’s, Montecito
Few chefs embody both tradition and evolution as seamlessly as Massimo Falsini, the visionary behind Caruso’s, one of California’s most celebrated modern Italian restaurants. Born and raised in Rome, shaped...
Miami’s Most Expensive Restaurants in 2025
New Research Reveals Miami’s Most Expensive Restaurant Is More Expensive Than the World’s Most Expensive Michelin Restaurant Miami’s dining scene has never been shy about luxury, but new research compiled...
Chef of the Week: Chef Lynnessa Hughes of Haven, Tampa
At Tampa’s acclaimed Haven, Chef Lynnessa Hughes brings warmth, precision, and a deeply personal touch to one of the city’s most beloved dining rooms. After five years honing her craft...
Chef of the Week: Ricky Odbert of Six Test Kitchen, California
Few chefs embody the spirit of dedication and innovation quite like Ricky Odbert, the creative force behind Six Test Kitchen in Paso Robles. What began in 2015 as a humble...
Where Do Your Walnuts Come From?
It’s mid-fall — the leaves are turning, the air is crisp, and that unmistakable nutty aroma is back in the air. Yes, it’s walnut season! Few foods feel as seasonal,...
Orlando’s Most Expensive Restaurants in 2025
Once known primarily for theme parks and family-friendly dining, Orlando has quietly evolved into one of the Southeast’s most exciting fine-dining destinations. The city’s culinary scene has matured dramatically in...
Where to Splurge: Atlanta’s Most Expensive Restaurants in 2025
Once known more for its Southern comfort food and barbecue than fine dining, Atlanta has quietly transformed itself into one of America’s rising gourmet destinations. The city’s restaurant scene now...
Chef of the Week: Chef Ron Hsu of Lazy Betty, Atlanta
Atlanta’s dining scene has evolved into one of America’s most dynamic, and few chefs embody that transformation better than Ron Hsu, the creative force behind Lazy Betty. Since earning a...
Is Culinary School Worth it?
The Long-Standing Debate A conversation going on among culinarians for decades: Is culinary school actually worth it? It’s easier than ever to get a start in the restaurant industry without...
Chef of the Week: Chef Yuu Shimano of Restaurant Yuu, New York
A master of French cuisine with Japanese precision, Chef Yuu Shimano has crafted a culinary journey that bridges two of the world’s most refined gastronomic traditions. Trained at the prestigious...
Chef of the Week: Takanori Akiyama of Tsukimi, New York
At the heart of New York’s East Village, Chef Takanori Akiyama has quietly redefined the art of kaiseki dining at Tsukimi, his intimate 12-seat counter. Born into a family of...
Chef of the Week: Norman Fenton of Cariño, Chicago
This week’s Chef of The Week feature spotlights Chef Norman Fenton, the creative force behind Cariño in Chicago, one of the city’s most exciting restaurants. In under a year, Chef...
From New York to Lagos: Where Eating Out Is Most Affordable for Locals
Is spending $50 at a restaurant expensive? What about $80 or even $150? Like most things in life, the answer is relative—it depends on where you are, the type of...
Chef of the Week: Alan Mileykovsky of Next Restaurant, Chicago
Alan Mileykovsky is the creative force behind Next, one of Chicago’s most boundary-pushing restaurants. Known for its ever-changing menus, Next constantly reinvents itself—this year taking diners on a journey from...
Chef of the Week: Chef Phillip Foss of EL Ideas, Chicago
For over a decade, Chef Phillip Foss has been redefining fine dining on his own terms at EL Ideas, his Michelin-starred BYOB restaurant tucked away on a dead-end street in...