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Daniel Boulud unveils his first-ever steakhouse in New York: French luxury, striking design and an open kitchen concept facing Madison Square Park.

New York’s culinary scene reaches a new milestone with the opening of La Tête d’Or, the first steakhouse by Michelin-starred chef Daniel Boulud. Located on the ground floor of the One Madison tower, directly across from the iconic Madison Square Park, the restaurant is a contemporary tribute to French tradition and the city’s cosmopolitan spirit.

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Designed by acclaimed studio Rockwell Group, the space blends visual drama with timeless elegance. From its glass façade to its five distinctive dining areas, every detail at La Tête d’Or is crafted to offer a multisensory experience where architecture, art and haute cuisine converge.

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The concept draws a direct line to Boulud’s hometown of Lyon, borrowing...

Bobby Flay’s competition skills are legendary and, as host of Bobby’s Triple Threat, he has handpicked a trio of top-notch chefs to represent him as the next generation of culinary titans.

New York chef and restaurateur Ayesha Nurdjaja is the newest titan, joining Michael Voltaggio and Brooke Williamson to take on highly skilled competitors in three head-to-head cooking rounds with surprise featured ingredients for a chance to win $25,000.

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The elite chefs entering Bobby’s speakeasy kitchen are a culinary murderers’ row, including heavy hitters Maneet Chauhan, Nini Nguyen, Dale Talde, Jet Tila, and Bryan Voltaggio. The ten-episode season premieres Tuesday, September 2nd at 8 p.m. Et/Pt on Food Network and streams the next day on HBO Max.

“This season of Triple Threat is a special one – I’m excited to introduce new titan Ayesha Nurdjaja, who I handpicked from the many candidates across the country.

On Friday July 18 2025, ABC broadcasts Live with Kelly and Mark!

Sizzle in the City Season 3 Episode 229 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Live with Kelly and Mark,” titled “Sizzle in the City,” promises to be an exciting one. Airing soon on ABC, this episode features actress Rebecca Romijn, known for her captivating performances. Her presence is sure to bring energy and fun to the show, as she shares her latest projects and personal stories.

In addition to Romijn, Chris Byrne will join the hosts to showcase some of the best toys for summer. His expertise in toys and playtime will provide viewers with great ideas for keeping kids entertained during the warm months. This segment is likely to spark joy and nostalgia, making it a highlight of the episode.

The “Sizzle in the City” series continues with a special culinary treat from renowned chef Daniel Boulud. He will prepare a delicious dish,...

Warning: contains spoilers from Season 4 of The Bear.

Last year, just ahead of The Bear’s Season Three premiere, Oliver “Cicero” Platt gave an interview to Andi Ortiz at The Wrap. On the subject of “Fishes,” the Christmas flashback episode from The Bear’s second season, Platt revealed that series creator Christopher Storer had been hearing from actors who wanted to appear on the show, but that Storer’s vision was so clear, such actors’ fame or glamor were of no consequence to him: “Like, f—ing Marlon Brando could be calling him, and if Marlon wasn’t right for whatever the role, he’d find a polite way to say, ‘I’m so flattered. I’m gonna have something else for you in the future.’”

And yet, “Fishes” is memorable, in large part, for the many distractingly well-known faces who show up to play members of the extended Berzatto family.

“The Bear” Season 3 was criticized at the time of its release for its inconsistent plotting and lack of forward progression.

While it is true that less happened in the season than those that preceded it, though, there are still moments and developments throughout it that are important to remember before you watch “The Bear” Season 4. Case in point: Even the season’s reflective premiere, which is comprised mostly of flashbacks to Carmy’s (Jeremy Allen White) ascent up the culinary industry, revealed to viewers that Marcus’ (Lionel Boyce) mother died on the Bear’s preview night.

With that in mind, here is everything you need to remember from “The Bear” Season 3 before you watch the FX series’ newest episodes.

Ayo Edebiri in “The Bear.” (FX) Dysfunctional dining

In the second episode of “The Bear” Season 3, Carmy announces that he wants The Bear to change its menu every day and sends...

The culinary dramedy The Bear has been a major hit since its release in 2022. Unlike other shows, the series hasn't kept fans waited and consistently released new seasons every year.

Despite its star-studded cast, which has gone on to star in major productions, The Bear Season 4 will be released one year after Season 4. The showrunner recently spilled the release date as June 15 at the Thunderbolts* Los Angeles red carpet premiere, however, the actual release date is slightly different. Per Variety, FX confirmed The Bear Season 4 will premiere on June 25 on Hulu.

The new season will premiere almost exactly one year after the previous installment. Season 3 was released in full on June 26, 2024. Now, Season 4 will follow in Season 3's footsteps almost on the same date, with a release on June 25. Similar to the previous season, Season 4 will also release all 10 episodes on Hulu at 5 pm Pt/ 8 pm Et.

Luckily for international The Bear fans,...

The documentary Raoul’s, a New York Story, about the long-running celeb-loved French bistro in Manhattan, will have its world premiere at the 2025 Tribeca Festival, The Hollywood Reporter can reveal.

The film, directed by Greg Olliver and owner Karim Raoul, is an official selection of this year’s festival in the Spotlight Documentary section.

Raoul’s, a New York Story highlights the history of Raoul’s Restaurant, a cozy institution on Prince Street for the past 50 years. Opened in 1975 by two brothers from Alsace, France, Serge and Guy Raoul, the eponymous French bistro soon became beloved by Soho’s art crowd and later stars such as Al Pacino, Sarah Jessica Parker, Ethan Hawke, Lorne Michaels, Quentin Tarantino and Tribeca Festival co-founder Robert De Niro.

“The Raoul’s documentary is a family story, an immigrant story, a restaurant story — and definitely a New York story — so to launch the film at...

Working or cooking under pressure is definitely hard. But Top Chef takes this to a whole new level with its challenging tasks along with the fear of elimination looming around the corner. As many are already aware, Season 22 of the show recently premiered, and it has already taken things up a notch by pushing the chefs into the most intense test yet.

Kristen Kish, Sarah Levy, and Gail Simmons | Credits: @bravotopchef/Instagram

But this tough cooking challenge is not the only thing that is turning heads this week. And Schitt’s Creek’s Sarah Levy also made an appearance as a guest judge. While she might have played the sweet Twyla Sands on the show, here she came with an unexpected twist.

Guest judges bring in one of the most grueling challenges yet on Top Chef

Think winning Top Chef is easy? Well! Think again as the heat is rising in Season 22 of the competition.

"After being eliminated I felt like I truly hit a rock bottom," said eliminated Top Chef contestant Bailey Sullivan upon entering Last Chance Kitchen. "It's crazy too, because I watched a lot of Top Chef, and there's moments where you see people do things and you're like, why are you doing that? And that's what I felt like I was saying to myself." Alas, in "Brunch à la Boulud," she decided to make a tart for renowned chef and guest judge Daniel Boulud, even though baked goods aren't her specialty. That was a maple syrup challenge, but Tom Colicchio wasn't about to let her escape Canadian delicacies that easily. So for her Lck battle against Sam Olayinka and Mimi Weissenborn, she had to make an elevated dinner entree out of Canadian bacon. Watch the entire battle above.

See'Top Chef' 22 recap: 'Brunch à la Boulud' was quintessentially Canadian, from the...

Last week in the season premiere of Top Chef, "Across Canada, We Go!," the chefs teamed up for a Quickfire Challenge in which they based their dishes around specific sets of ingredients chosen from the Top Chef pantry and by each of the judges. The team of César Murillo, Mimi Weissenborn, and Katianna Hong won that battle with their apple and fennel soup with clams, corn, and chorizo relish. But Mimi had much less luck in the Elimination Challenge, which pitted the teammates against each other as they prepared meals inspired by the five different regions of Canada. Vincenzo "Vinny" Loseto prevailed with a perfectly cooked confit salmon, but Mimi was unable to manage her time effectively. She overcooked her potatoes and dried out her pork. So she was eliminated and sent to Last Chance Kitchen in the hopes of earning a spot back in the main competition.

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On Thursday March 20 2025, Bravo broadcasts Top Chef!

Brunch à la Boulud Season 22 Episode 2 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Top Chef,” titled “Brunch à la Boulud,” promises to be an exciting showcase of culinary talent. This episode features actor Sarah Levy, who will join judges Kristen and Gail for the Quickfire Challenge. The challenge will have the chefs putting their own unique twist on Canada’s beloved dish, poutine. This classic comfort food, known for its fries, cheese curds, and gravy, will be transformed as the chefs bring their creativity to the table.

In the Elimination Challenge, the stakes get even higher. Renowned chef Daniel Boulud will join the judges’ table, adding an extra layer of pressure for the contestants. The chefs will team up to create a delicious brunch, showcasing their skills and teamwork. With Boulud’s expertise in French cuisine, the chefs will need to impress not only...

The excitement builds as “Top Chef” returns with Season 22 Episode 2, titled “Brunch à la Boulud.” This episode promises a delicious blend of creativity and culinary skill, airing on Thursday, March 20, 2025, at 9:00 Pm on Bravo. The stakes are high as the chefs face two thrilling challenges that will test their abilities in the kitchen.

In the Quickfire Challenge, actor Sarah Levy joins the esteemed judges Kristen and Gail. The chefs will be tasked with reimagining Canada’s beloved poutine. This iconic dish, known for its comforting combination of fries, cheese curds, and gravy, will challenge the contestants to bring their own unique twists to the table. Viewers can expect a range of innovative interpretations that showcase the chefs’ creativity and technical skills.

The Elimination Challenge takes the competition to the next level with the arrival of renowned chef Daniel Boulud at the judges’ table. The chefs will team up to create a stunning brunch,...

On Wednesday February 5 2025, CBS broadcasts The Drew Barrymore Show!

Harvey Guillen; Daniel Boulud Season 5 Episode 178 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “The Drew Barrymore Show” promises to be an exciting one, featuring two special guests. Harvey Guillen, known for his roles in the movie “Companion” and the hit show “What We Do in the Shadows,” will join Drew for an engaging conversation. Guillen’s charm and humor are sure to bring a lively energy to the set.

In addition to Guillen, renowned chef Daniel Boulud will showcase his culinary skills by preparing a delicious dish. He will be making lemon-saffron linguini with littleneck clams, a dish that highlights his expertise and creativity in the kitchen. Viewers can look forward to learning some cooking tips and tricks from one of the best chefs in the business.

This episode aims to blend entertainment with culinary delight. With Guillen’s captivating stories and Boulud’s mouthwatering recipe,...

On Wednesday February 5 2025, CBS broadcasts The Late Show With Stephen Colbert!

Damon Wayans; Damon Wayans Jr.; Daniel Boulud; Evie McGee Colbert Season 10 Episode 74 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “The Late Show With Stephen Colbert” promises an exciting lineup that includes actors Damon Wayans and Damon Wayans Jr., renowned chef Daniel Boulud, and a special segment featuring Evie McGee Colbert. This episode will air on CBS and is sure to bring plenty of laughs and engaging conversations.

Damon Wayans and Damon Wayans Jr. are set to join Stephen Colbert on the couch. The father-son duo is known for their comedic talents and their work on the show “Poppa’s House.” Their dynamic is expected to bring a unique energy to the episode, as they share stories from their lives and careers in comedy.

Chef Daniel Boulud will also make an appearance, adding a culinary twist to the show. Boulud is celebrated...

A documentary about Interdisciplinary art star Romero Britto has released a trailer ahead of its premiere at this year’s Art Basel in Miami.

“The Britto Doc” is narrated by Britto himself and includes special appearances from opera star Andrea Bocelli, actor Arnold Schwarzenegger, fashion designer Domenico Dolce, Brazilian soccer player Ronaldinho and Martha Stewart to name a few.

The film dives into Britto’s life and career. “From painting on scraps with his mother’s nail polish in the slums of Recife, Brazil, to seeing his vibrant creations in Miami celebrated and collected globally, Britto’s journey is a testament to resilience, determination, and the transformative power of art. This poignant narrative is infused with Britto’s warmth, optimism, and love,” filmmakers said in a statement.

Patrick Moreau directs while Lucas L. C. Vidal, Arthur Morrical, Caitlin Miranda, and Ben Everard serve as executive producers. Additional figures to appear...

On Friday November 8 2024, NBC broadcasts Today 3rd Hour!

Season 7 Episode 34 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Today 3rd Hour” promises to be both informative and entertaining. Set to air on NBC, this episode will focus on important topics such as honesty in spending and personal growth. Viewers can expect practical advice and inspiring stories from a variety of guests.

Fitness instructor Ally Love will share her insights on maintaining a healthy lifestyle. With her expertise, she aims to motivate others to stay active and make positive choices. Her energetic approach to fitness is sure to resonate with many who are looking to improve their well-being.

Actress Ella Bleu Travolta will also make an appearance. Known for her talent and charm, she will discuss her latest projects and experiences in the entertainment industry. Her perspective as a young actress could provide valuable insights for aspiring performers.

Delatorro McNeal II will join...

Martha Stewart was “dragged into solitary” during her infamous prison stint.

When Martha Stewart went to prison, it did little to change her public image. If anything, it made many people wince at how eager our justice system was to make an example.

The experience did teach her a lot about prison life. It is an unjust, dehumanizing, man-made horror.

Martha Stewart opened up about spending time in solitary confinement, going without food or water for 24 hours.

Cultural icon Martha Stewart speaks on the Netflix documentary about her, which released on October 30, 2024. (Image Credit: Netflix) Martha Stewart spent time in solitary confinement

There are morally better, more sympathetic celebrities than Todd and Julie Chrisley to highlight carceral injustice.

Decades ago, Martha Stewart served a five-month prison sentence at Alderson Federal Prison Camp in West Virginia. The facility, nicknamed Camp Cupcake, was supposedly one of the nicer federal prisons. If that’s true,...

Putting the “act” in Action Bronson, the Flushing-born rapper and host of “Fuck, That’s Delicious” has joined Austin Butler and Zoë Kravitz in Darren Aronofsky’s “Caught Stealing.”

The film follows Hank Thompson, a burned-out former baseball player who is “unwittingly plunged into a wild fight for survival in the downtown criminal underworld” of New York City in the 1990s. Production is currently underway in the East Village of Manhattan.

From Sony Pictures, “Caught Stealing” is based on the books by Charlie Huston. The cast also includes Regina King, Liev Schreiber, Matt King and Bad Bunny.

Bronson is a hip-hop artist known for his laid-back flow and humourous and obscure references. He most well-known song is “Baby Blue” featuring Chance the Rapper, which reached the Billboard Hot 100 in 2015.

He’s also deeply entrenched in the culinary scene, hosting the Viceland series “Fuck, That’s Delicious” since 2016. The show has featured celebrities...

On Tuesday August 20 2024, NBC broadcasts Today!

Season 72 Episode 281 Episode Summary

On August 20, 2024, “Today” Season 72, Episode 281 will air on NBC from 7:00 to 9:00 a.m. The episode features a special segment with Al Roker and Oprah Winfrey, celebrating their friendship and accomplishments in a segment titled “Living Legends.”

The show will also highlight Al Roker’s birthday party on the Plaza, marking his milestone with a festive celebration. Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder, and Catherine O’Hara will join the program to discuss their roles in the highly anticipated “Beetlejuice” sequel, adding star power and excitement to the episode.

In the “Today Food” segment, viewers can look forward to a Plaza blowout for Al Roker’s 70th birthday, with culinary contributions from renowned chefs Daniel Boulud, Marcus Samuelsson, Matt Abdoo, Jocelyn Delk Adams, and Tim Sweeney. This episode promises a blend of heartfelt tributes, star-studded interviews, and delicious food.

What Time is the Episode On?...

On Tuesday August 20 2024, NBC broadcasts Today 3rd Hour!

Season 6 Episode 231 Episode Summary

On August 20, 2024, “Today 3rd Hour” Season 6, Episode 231 will air on NBC from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. The episode will feature a “By the Numbers” segment focusing on notable figures related to Al Roker’s career and life.

A “Living Legends” segment will celebrate “The 70 Club” with Oprah Winfrey. The show will also include a personalized tribute for Al Roker with Amy E. Goodman and interviews with Jason Schwartzman and Carol Kane about their project, “Between the Temples.”

Additionally, the episode will showcase birthday cooking with chefs Daniel Boulud, Marcus Samuelsson, and Matt Abdoo.

What Time is the Episode On?

The episode of Today 3rd Hour will be broadcast on August 20 2024 on NBC at 9:00 Am at Et/Pt.

Is the Episode New?

The episode of Today 3rd Hour is all new!

Today 3rd Hour Cast & Stars Main...

Will Poulter has worked on a variety of projects before joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Adam Warlock in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3. Although his character’s fate remains a mystery in the superhero franchise, he is back as Luca in the third season of the acclaimed FX series, The Bear.

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Poulter has been the first of the many high-profile guest stars to appear on season 2 of the show. Luca is basically a Copenhagen dessert chef who trains one of the main characters, Sydney Adamu (played by Ayo Edebiri) in episode 4.

However, his return made him interact with several other characters, including renowned chef Daniel Boulud. Their interaction ended up irritating the latter, only to understand the show’s big plans later on.

Daniel Boulud Talks About The Bear Season 3

The Bear has garnered critical acclaim for its gritty, realistic portrayal of...

I’ve been through culinary school and worked in professional kitchens, and I know it’s easy to nitpick The Bear for certain unrealistic details (Carmy’s utter indifference to food costs being at the top of my list). However, the show also gets a lot of things absolutely right: the razor-thin profit margins that confound restaurant owner Jimmy; the deep anxiety and glowing satisfaction we see on Tina’s face as she works to become a competent fine dining cook; and, especially, the deeply-entrenched culture, adapted directly from European...

8 Shows To Watch If You Liked Jeremy Allen White Starrer The Bear(Photo Credit –YouTube)

The Bear, starring Jeremy Allen White has been a fan-favorite show ever since its first season. The Emmy-winning series is an ode to the reality of life and the challenges that come with it.

The show follows Carmy, one of the finest young chefs who moves back to Chicago to take over his late brother Michael’s failing restaurant, the Beef, before turning it into a fine-dining establishment, The Bear.

With the release of Season 3 and the next season on the way, viewers are eagerly waiting to see the development of the dynamics between Carmy, Sydney, Cousin Richie, and the rest of The Bear crew. As we wait for the next season to come, there are several other series that resonate deeply with the storyline of The Bear and that you must watch if you...

The Bear Season 3 had a lot on its plate, but it also found a way to add some famous guest stars. Josh Hartnett was one of them, and the actor explained how his cameo came to be.

The Bear Season 2 introduced several high-profile cameos from actors like Jamie Lee Curtis, Bob Odenkirk, and Olivia Colman, and Season 3 continued the tradition. Speaking to The Hollywood Reporter, actor Josh Hartnett explained the cameo wasn't a last-minute decision, but it was something years in the making. In Season 3, Josh Hartnett plays Frank, a character that has been hinted at in past seasons, but never made an appearance. He plays Tiffany's fianc and Richie's worst nightmare.

Related Major Dcu Star Celebrates Surprise Cameo in The Bear Season 3

One major guest star speaks about his appearance on Season 3 of The Bear.

Hartnett explained that he met The Bear creator Chris Storer several years ago. I...

Warning: Spoilers ahead for The Bear season 3, episode 1, "Tomorrow."

The Bear season 3's unique opening episode uses flashbacks and present-day scenes to build tension and reveal more about Carmy's journey. The inclusion of real restaurants and chefs, like Noma's Ren Redzepi and Daniel's Daniel Boulud, adds authenticity to the show and showcases Carmy's culinary skills. The focus on Carmy's relationships with his family and colleagues, particularly his sister Sugar and late brother Mikey, adds depth to the character's development.

The Bear season 3 opens with a unique episode, jumping around the timeline of Carmen "Carmy" Berzatto's professional career, and it can become disorientating if it's not given enough focus. The Bear season 2's ending left various characters in some precarious social situations, so choosing not to resolve those issues for an entire episode of the next season does a brilliant job of building tension. The Bear season 3, episode 1, "Tomorrow," mixes...

After the whirlwind of chaos that was The Bear’s Season 2 finale, Hulu’s Emmy-winning dramedy returns on a subdued note, as Carmy reflects on the path that led him here.

Tuesday’s Season 3 premiere is light on dialogue and heavy on atmosphere (with a lush ambient score from Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross), following Carmy as he heads back into the kitchen after his restaurant’s opening night, his mind flooding with memories of his culinary training. He gets up at dawn and enters his restaurant’s dining room alone, meticulously cleaning up and putting things back in order.

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How do you follow up a dish that was — to borrow a food writing cliché — cooked to perfection? Like The Godfather Part II, the remarkable second season of The Bear, the Chicago-set comedy-drama (heavy emphasis on the ‘drama’), was the rare sequel that surpassed the original, a masterpiece in ten episodes. Perhaps inviting further comparisons to The Godfather, this new run has been titled “The Bear: Part III”, suggesting a family saga of Corleone-ian proportions.

This time around, Jeremy Allen White’s Chef Carmy is keen to “constantly evolve through passion and creativity” — and so, evidently, is The Bear’s showrunner Christopher Storer. The first episode of this new run is essentially a 37-minute non-narrative montage, an impressionistic edit of everything that led Carmy to this point. It feels like both an arty ‘Previously, on…’ recap for returning...

This post contains spoilers for the third season of The Bear, which is now streaming in its entirety on Hulu. But the significant spoilers won’t come for a while, and you’ll get another warning first.

The Season Three premiere of FX’s The Bear flashes back to all the kitchens where Carmy (Jeremy Allen White) worked before the start of the series, including the New York restaurant run by the brilliant, abusive David Fields (Joel McHale). In one scene, Fields samples a new dish Carmy has designed, and...

Martha Stewart didn’t talk to CNN for a new original documentary series the news outlet has produced about her. But she’s still the star of the show.

“The Many Lives of Martha Stewart” is a four-part series produced by CNN Studios, a division devoted to longer-form and enterprise programming in the wake of a strategic decision made in 2022 to scale back big ambitions to compete in the documentary arena. Under previous leader Jeff Zucker, CNN extended its aegis to the world of film festivals and documentary series led by notables such as Anthony Bourdain, Lisa Ling and W. Kamau Bell.

A good chunk of that work was scrapped after Warner Bros. Discovery, a big player in the world of cost-conscious reality programming, took over CNN, and installed a leader, Chris Licht, who had a mandate to pare operations. Months later, CNN would win an Oscar for a documentary...

Get ready for a sweet adventure with “Buddy Valastro’s Cake Dynasty” as it unveils Season 1 Episode 8, titled “Daniel Boulud Cake.” Airing at 10:01 Pm this Saturday, 23 December 2023, on A&e, the episode promises a delectable journey through the world of baking and culinary excellence.

In this installment, the stakes are high as Sofia, Buddy’s talented intern, secures an internship with none other than Daniel Boulud. Buddy, faced with the challenge of impressing the renowned French chef, takes on the task of creating a special cake for Boulud and his staff. However, things take a dramatic turn as a New Jersey heatwave threatens to sabotage the entire operation, including Buddy’s dad’s famous cream puff cake recipe.

Tune in at 10:01 Pm for a Saturday night filled with culinary delights, challenges, and the trademark charm of Buddy Valastro. “Buddy Valastro’s Cake Dynasty” on A&e continues to serve up a mix of talent,...

The Prostate Cancer Foundation (Pcf) 27th Annual New York Dinner took place at Restaurant Daniel in New York City, raising over $3 million to support its research programs.

Pat Monahan and Train

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The end-of-the-year benefit supported Pcf’s programs and celebrated the millions raised and achievements made in the past thirty years through the Prostate Cancer Foundation. The charitable organization founded by Michael Milken is dedicated to identifying and funding groundbreaking cancer research programs.

The memorable evening welcomed leaders in medicine, top research scientists, and distinguished New York City socialites. The gala began with a lively cocktail reception and the lavish dinner party with Master Mentalist Oz Perelman gave way to a special musical performance from Pat Monahan and Train.

Michael Milken and Charles Ryan’s update on the work of the Foundation encompassed the on-going work of the Pcf’s which aims to help develop...

With the opening of Funke this month — and last year’s arrival of a Jon & Vinny’s as well as Mexican steakhouse Hideaway — the Beverly Hills dining scene is on a roll. Three other new restaurants of note have just debuted as well as a slew of others on the way.

Espelette

French chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten’s namesake restaurant in the Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills has closed after six years. Taking its place is Espelette from Waldorf Astoria culinary director Steve Benjamin, focusing on simple, coastal European dishes. 9850 Wilshire Blvd.

LA Dolce Vita La Dolce Vita

The legendary Hollywood hotspot — which initially bowed in 1966 with the help of Frank Sinatra as an investor — has reopened in its longtime Beverly Hills location under the restaurant’s third owners in its 57 years. With restaurateurs Marc Rose and Med Abrous of Call Mom (The Spare Room, Genghis Cohen) at the helm, the old-world...

As branded residences continue to take off in Los Angeles — such as the Pendry Residences on the Sunset Strip and the new Mandarin Oriental Residences on Wilshire Boulevard — the in-development Rosewood Residences Beverly Hills is making moves to open next year.

Nahla Capital and Gpi Companies, the developers of the Rosewood Residences, have announced that top L.A. real estate agents Sally Forster Jones and Tomer Fridman of Compass have been tapped to exclusively lead sales for the luxury project, which broke ground in June of last year and is expected to open near the end of 2024.

Located on South Santa Monica Boulevard and across Charleville Boulevard from the Peninsula Hotel, the project includes four floors encompassing 17 residences, each of which has a unique design. They range in size from around 3,000 square feet and go up to around 7,500 square feet at the penthouse level. The starting price of the residences,...

Café Boulud is coming to Beverly Hills in a move that marks chef Daniel Boulud’s first West Coast operation. The restaurant is expected to open in late 2023 at the Mandarin Oriental Residences Beverly Hills, a new boutique condominium (the first to open in the neighborhood in a decade) offering 54 private residences, developed by luxury real estate investment and development firm Shvo.

The Café Boulud brand is named after the original Café Boulud, founded by Boulud’s great-grandparents on the family’s farm outside of Lyon, France. In honor of this heritage, Boulud focuses his menu on classic French dishes, seasonal specialties determined by the local market, vegetables and global flavors.

“I have been visiting Los Angeles for more than 30 years and have many fond memories from filming a TV series, After Hour, with chefs and restaurants across the city many years ago. I always teased Wolfgang [Puck] that if he...

Everything Everywhere All at Once Oscar nominee Michelle Yeoh skipped the Super Bowl in favor of a private dinner prepared by Michelin-star chef Daniel Boulud and hosted by Mandarin Oriental Residences and real estate developer Michael Shvo on Feb. 12.

The actress, who jetted in from London for the weekend (and the Oscar nominees luncheon where she caught up with Tom Cruise), was on break from filming her role as Madame Morrible in the Jon Chu-directed big-screen adaptation of the musical Wicked. Of the much anticipated adaptation of the Broadway smash, she tells THR that the movie is going amazingly so far.

“Jon Chu has always been such an incredible filmmaker, and they were right to wait for the right time to find the right director,” she says before turning her attention to her co-stars, playing Glinda and Elphaba, respectively. “And with Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, it’s like a dream.

Even the Super Bowl wasn’t going to keep this crowd away from celebrating Michelle Yeoh and her historic Oscar nomination as the first Asian woman with a nod in the best actress category.

On Sunday night — while the last quarter of the big game was still being played — around 100 guests arrived at the new Mandarin Oriental Residences in Beverly Hills for a dinner in honor of the Everything Everywhere All at Once star.

Hosted by project developer Michael Shvo, chef Daniel Boulud and Mandarin Oriental, the night began with a cocktail party, where a large-screen TV had the game on.

One guest, Angela Bassett, told The Hollywood Reporter she had caught Rihanna’s Super Bowl performance before heading over to fete her fellow Oscar nominee Yeoh (with whom she starred in the 2021 film Gunpowder Milkshake). Said Bassett of Rihanna (who is nominated for an Oscar for her Black Panther: Wakanda Forever...

The Prostate Cancer Foundation (Pcf) 26th Annual New York Dinner took place at Restaurant Daniel in New York City, raising 4 million to support its research programs.

Idina Menzel at Prostate Cancer Foundation (Pcf) 26th Annual New York Dinner

The end-of-the-year benefit supported Pcf’s programs and celebrated the millions raised and achievements made in the past quarter-century through the Pcf. The charitable organization founded by Michael Milken is dedicated to identifying and funding groundbreaking cancer research programs.

The memorable evening welcomed leaders in medicine, top research scientists, and distinguished New York City socialites. The gala began with a lively cocktail reception and the lavish dinner party with Master Mentalist Oz Perelman gave way to a special musical performance from Idina Menzel.

Michael Milken and Charles Ryan’s update on the work of the Foundation encompassed the on-going work of the Pcf’s Young Investigator (Yi) program as well as the...

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This coming holiday season, many glasses raised in Hollywood may be filled with spiritless spirits. Stars are jumping into the nonalcoholic adult beverage market with their own brands; sales are up dramatically in the 395 million sector (rising 20.6 percent between August 2021 and August 2022, according to market research company NielsenIQ); and a growing list of celebs are speaking out about alcohol-free, sober and sober-curious lifestyles (Ben Affleck and wife Jennifer Lopez, Anne Hathaway, Chrissy Teigen, Drew Barrymore and Kit Harington among them). Also driving demand is a pandemic-fueled societal focus on wellness.

“We are at the beginning of a new era of social drinking,” trumpets Christopher Lackner, co-founder of Jeng, a maker of CBD-infused, alcohol-free canned cocktails (including a Jeng & Tonic, and a Paloma). “Now that there are high-quality alternatives, it’s no longer difficult or awkward to be sober. In fact, it’s quite a treat.

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Who hasn’t dreamed of living in a hotel, à la the famous children’s book heroine Eloise? In Los Angeles, this is increasingly becoming a possibility with the rise of luxury branded residences, which combine condo living with some of the biggest brands (and the services they offer) in the hospitality industry.

Branded residences such as the Mandarin Oriental Residences, Rosewood Residences Beverly Hills, Four Seasons Private Residences, Aman Beverly Hills and the Pendry Residences West Hollywood on the Sunset Strip are rising in West Hollywood and Beverly Hills at a surprising clip. With properties ranging from 3.6 million and up at the Mandarin Oriental to the 75 million listing for the penthouse atop the Four Seasons residences, the biggest names in real estate are betting on the future of multi-unit living in Los Angeles.

In July, real estate agent Taaseen Qureshi of PowerPlay...

Toronto’s lively food and drink scene expands with five new restaurants:

Casa Madera

at the 1 Hotel

Chef Olivier Le Calvez’s menu owes as much to the Mediterranean as to Mexico City. Cocktails can be a show: Smoke, fire, fog and other tableside flourishes make for extraordinary drinks. Oysters Cascara are the favored briny starter, or splurge on the showy seafood tower.

Where: 550 Wellington St. W

Web: thecasamadera.com

D|azur at the

Four Seasons Hotel

At the Four Seasons’ alfresco D|azur, diners can feast on offerings from world-renowned chef Daniel Boulud’s menu of elevated bistro classics. A special TIFF-only lineup of seven film-inspired cocktails includes the After Party: Kahlua, double espresso and Kraken spiced rum topped with whipped cream. Where: 60 Yorkville Ave.

Web: fourseasons.com/toronto

Louix Louis

at the St. Regis

Louix Louis, on the 31st floor of The St. Regis Toronto, is popular locally for its many Instagram attributes,...

With close to 365 days of flawless weather, outdoor dining is a year-round occurrence in Los Angeles, and even more so during a pandemic. And now that summer is officially here, there’s nothing like a lively patio, especially in the power-lunch centers of Beverly Hills and Century City, where the majority of talent agencies and entertainment law firms are perched.

Industry regulars say that patios throughout Century City and Beverly Hills are bustling these days. “As Beyoncé declares in her new single, ‘Break My Soul,’ we are ‘back outside’,” says Patrik-Ian Polk, co-executive producer of Starz’s P-Valley. “As convenient as Zoom meetings are, nothing beats the in-person L.A. business lunch circuit. It’s a vital part of the entertainment industry social scene that was sorely missed.” UTA partner Darnell Strom tells THR that he feels it’s harder to get a reservation “last second” right now in the area.

Five chefs remained in “Top Chef: Houston” for “We’re on a Boat” the last challenge before the finals: Damarr Brown, Evelyn Garcia, Buddha Lo, Nick Wallace, and comeback kid Sarah Welch. This would also be their last challenge in Houston before traveling to another culinary mecca: Tuscon, Arizona, as we learned at the end of the episode. As such, this week’s show bypassed the Quickfire Challenge and went straight to the main event.

See‘Top Chef: Houston’ episode 11 recap: ‘Family Vacation’ reunited the chefs with their loved ones … and lots of oysters Elimination Challenge

As the title of the episode suggested, the chefs were out to sea to start their challenge. Tom Colicchio and “Top Chef” All-Star Dawn Burrell welcomed them onboard and explained their task: they were about to go fishing. It wasn’t just a pleasure cruise, though. Whatever they fished was going to determine what they had to cook with.

“Top Chef” invited 15 chefs from across the country to compete in Houston, Texas, for the grand prize of $250,000. This is the show’s second time in the Lone Star State; 10 years ago “Top Chef: Texas” traversed the state to film in locations including San Antonio, Dallas, and Austin, but not Houston. So who will win the 19th season of the long-running cooking competition? Scroll down to get to know each of the competitors who break out their knives and frying pans starting on March 3.

Host Padma Lakshmi and judges Tom Colicchio and Gail Simmons are back, and throughout the season they will be joined by “Top Chef” All-Star guest judges and mentors including Tiffany Derry, Hung Huynh, Stephanie Izard, Melissa King, Kristen Kish, Kwame Onwuachi, Sam Talbot, Brooke Williamson and Claudette Zepeda, to name a few.

Also at the judges’ table will be local and national culinary icons including Daniel Boulud,...

Chef Daniel Boulud may have been born in France, but he has long been a New Yorker, opening his two Michelin-star Restaurant Daniel there in 1993. “I’ve lived longer in New York City than I lived in France, for sure,” says the celebrity chef, whose culinary empire now includes restaurants in Toronto, Dubai, Washington, D.C., Singapore, the Bahamas, Palm Beach, Miami, Massachusetts and Montreal.

But Boulud has never before opened a restaurant on the West Coast. That will change next year when he debuts a spot in Southern California at the Mandarin Oriental Residences, currently under construction and due ...

Chef Daniel Boulud may have been born in France, but he has long been a New Yorker, opening his two Michelin-star Restaurant Daniel there in 1993. “I’ve lived longer in New York City than I lived in France, for sure,” says the celebrity chef, whose culinary empire now includes restaurants in Toronto, Dubai, Washington, D.C., Singapore, the Bahamas, Palm Beach, Miami, Massachusetts and Montreal.

But Boulud has never before opened a restaurant on the West Coast. That will change next year when he debuts a spot in Southern California at the Mandarin Oriental Residences, currently under construction and due ...

The Food Network & Cooking Channel New York City Wine & Food Festival presented by Capital One (Nycwff) returns for its 13th annual edition this Fall, October 2 – 11, 2020.

The Festival will look and feel different this year, but the commitment is unchanged – to support the New York City hospitality community and serve as a resource that connects people with world class chefs, restaurants and bars all while continuing the fight to end hunger for No Kid Hungry and Food Bank For New York City, whose missions are now more crucial than ever. With more than 60 events taking place over nine days, this year’s Festival offers a robust lineup of virtual and live programming including Behind the Burger Bash, Nycwff Goes Virtual presented by Capital One, an Intimate Dinner Series and an Online Wine Auction all for a good cause.

“As a Festival, we understand the power of food and its ability to bring people together,...

Martha Stewart has spent her career improving homes and hearths. On Friday, July 31, executives at Discovery’s HGTV hope she will add new luster to their network with a new series, “Martha Knows Best.”

Stewart will tackle a variety of outdoor projects at her home in Bedford, N.Y., and will be joined virtually by guests including Jay Leno, Snoop Dogg, Richard Gere, Lupita Nyong’o, Antoni Porowski, Zac Posen, Daniel Boulud, Sunny Hostin and Hailey Baldwin Bieber, who will seek advice . The series will air at 10 p.m. and 10:30 p.m,. on HGTV.

Stewart will plant vegetable and perennial gardens, build walkways and choose plants for novice gardeners, all the while offering expert tips and ideas on improving outdoor spaces. “It was so much fun to shoot episodes of ‘Martha Knows Best’ at my home and with some great friends and guests,” said Stewart, in a prepared statement. “I...

Discovery, Inc. is teaming up with Amazon for Food Network Kitchen, a new subscription-streaming service that will offer consumers “live, interactive cooking instruction every week with the top culinary experts in the world, grocery and equipment delivery, over 800 on-demand classes and so much more to make the consumer’s cooking, shopping and food experience more convenient, joyful and delicious.”

It will also teach you how to cook with the assistance of Amazon’s Alexa, kinda. Here’s how Discovery explains that feature:

Customers can access and navigate Food Network Kitchen’s content with Alexa. Home cooks can just ask Alexa to browse the tens of thousands of recipes, hundreds of Live and on demand cooking classes, how-to videos, premium step-by-step video recipes and more on Echo Show. Simply say “Alexa, go to the next step,” or “Alexa, show me the ingredients” to navigate the recipe hands-free. While Alexa guides you through the recipe,...

The Food Network & Cooking Channel New York City Wine & Food Festival presented by Capital One (Nycwff) returns for its 12th annual edition this Fall, taking over the Big Apple October 10 – 13, 2019.

With more than 80 events taking place at locations throughout the city, 100% of the net proceeds from the Festival support its mission to Eat. Drink. End Hunger. with Food Bank For New York City and No Kid Hungry. This year’s program highlights a mix of tastings, dinners, brunches, late-night parties and more; accented by a returning selection of family-friendly offerings to keep fans of all ages engaged throughout the weekend.

Mark the calendar: Capital One cardholders will enjoy exclusive presale access to tickets for all Nycwff events from June 10 – 23. Capital One cardholders will also have access to purchase tickets for the following cardholder-only events while they are available:

Dinner hosted by Jean-Georges Vongerichten on Thursday, October 10

Dinner hosted by Hugh Acheson...

This MasterChef recap covers two episodes, with two more home cooks getting eliminated. The top three would survive to make it to the finale on September 19. This is basically the MasterChef semifinals. During this episode, the top five first had to face a series of pressure-filled tests using beef. Then, the top four were split into teams of two to prepare meals for mentors of the three MasterChef judges. Those mentors are chefs Daniel Boulud, Jonathan Waxman, and Lidia Bastianich. The top five home cooks As determined during the MasterChef September 5 episode, the top five home cooks this […]

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