Europe’s South has long been the epicenter of the continent’s culinary scene. Italian food is the most popular cuisine worldwide, while Spanish, Turkish and Greek also count amongst the world’s most popular cuisines. Add to the mix some fabulous Portuguese, Croatian and Balkan food. The cuisine of Southern Europe is often labeled as Mediterranean food, although dishes from other non-European countries along the Mediterranean coast such as Lebanon fit the description as well. Southern E...| Chef's Pencil
Our Chefs Whether you’re looking for chefs from the US, Australia or the UK; feel free to browse through and find out more about what they bring to the table. Chef’s Pencil uses only the most experienced chefs who are certified experts in the culinary arts. Our chefs are happy to share their insights with...Read More| Chef's Pencil
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.| Chef's Pencil
Sweet nalysnyky are arguably the most popular Ukrainian dessert, especially when filled with farmer’s cheese. Farmer’s cheese and sour cream is always a| Chef's Pencil
Princess cake aka Prinsesstårta, is one of the most well-loved Swedish cakes, often served as a birthday cake or even as a wedding cake.| Chef's Pencil
For Cypriots, food has always been at the center of celebrations, holidays, and family meet ups. Over good food, people in Cyprus connect with one| Chef's Pencil
Pounded yam is a staple African side dish, particularly popular in Nigeria, among the Yoruba people. You'll often find it in the form of a dense and| Chef's Pencil
Nutritious and delicious, tuna is a versatile and highly sought-after fish in the culinary world. And while canned tuna is widely available and relatively| Chef's Pencil
Welcome to the world of Q Foods! Get ready to explore a variety of dishes that begin with the letter "Q." From tasty treats to satisfying meals, this| Chef's Pencil
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| Chef's Pencil
Baking recipes with Chefs Pencil - professional chefs generously share their expertise on baking that you can’t miss out. We bring you the best range of baking recipes about cakes, pies and desserts that are available to suit your own appetite and improve your cooking techniques.| Chef's Pencil
The luxurious Easter recipes on display will almost make you forget about chocolate. If you keep looking you may even find a recipe or two that will help you turn that chocolate into something even more amazing.| Chef's Pencil
Are you making one of your delicious cheesecakes and out of ricotta? Did you plan a relaxing night at home and now everyone’s waiting for your dreamy| Chef's Pencil
Chef’s Pencil presents a range of mixed drinks and cocktails. Here you will find the best selection of winter-warming drinks and summer thirst-quenchers. Browse an assortment of tasty non-alcoholic cocktails, as well as our distinctive alcoholic sensations!| Chef's Pencil
Launched 124 years ago, the Michelin Guide continues to be world's most prestigious restaurant rating system. It has substantially increased its| Chef's Pencil
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's Pencil
The Michelin Guide, launched over a century ago, has become a benchmark of culinary excellence, highlighting the world's finest dining establishments. In| Chef's Pencil
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.| Chef's Pencil
Are you looking for something to replace eggs in your food? You may be allergic to eggs or want to cut out animal fats and protein. Perhaps you are going| Chef's Pencil
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| Chef's Pencil
Bougatsa is a traditional Greek dessert made with the most creamy custard wrapped in golden brown crispy phyllo, sprinkled with melted butter| Chef's Pencil
Christmas is a time for sharing and cherishing moments with family. Among the many cherished Venezuelan traditions, enjoying delicious traditional dishes| Chef's Pencil
Little chefs of all ages love getting involved in the kitchen. Younger ones take pride in assisting with supervised tasks, while older kids enjoy the| Chef's Pencil
While we always try to keep our kitchens well stocked, there are times when, for one reason or another, we may find ourselves out of…well, you name it. Use our tips and guides to find the best substitute for cream cheese, mascarpone, Dijon mustard, bacon substitutes, turmeric and a wide range of other spices and ingredients that you need to prepare delicious dishes for you and your loved ones.| Chef's Pencil
Lichiu, called also “henklesh”, is a popular dessert in Transylvania made from simple ingredients that has a bygone taste. It was popular holiday treat| Chef's Pencil
During Christmas in Portugal, Broas de Mel cookies become one of the main culinary highlights. Originally from Madeira, they are a sweet combination of| Chef's Pencil
Azevias de Natal is a delicious dessert, typically enjoyed at Christmas time in Portugal. These little sweet pockets of flaky pastry are filled with a| Chef's Pencil
Papanași are traditional, deep-fried cheese-filled doughnuts usually served with jam and sour cream. They are super delicious and they are probably the| Chef's Pencil
Cozonac is a traditional Romanian dessert typically served during major holidays such as Easter and Christmas. Store-bought spongecakes have become more| Chef's Pencil
