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Cision Canada
14-05-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
THE PREMIER NORTH AMERICA'S 50 BEST RESTAURANTS LIST TO BE UNVEILED IN LAS VEGAS ON SEPTEMBER 25, 2025 Français
LONDON, May 14, 2025 /CNW/ -- 50 Best announces the inaugural list of North America's 50 Best Restaurants, sponsored by & Acqua Panna, will be unveiled at Wynn Las Vegas on Thursday, September 25, 2025. This live ceremony marks the first time 50 Best debuts a restaurant ranking for the North American continent. "Las Vegas has long been a city full of world-class hospitality, making it the perfect stage for the first-ever North America's 50 Best Restaurants awards ceremony," says William Drew, Director of Content for North America's 50 Best Restaurants. "We're thrilled to gather the culinary community of North America in such an iconic location, and we look forward to shining a spotlight on the incredible talent and stories shaping the region's food culture." The awards bring together the best culinary talent spanning North America, culminating in the first-ever announcement of The Best Restaurant in North America. The ceremony will be preceded by special announcements leading up to the awards ceremony, including the Champions of Change Award, Art of Hospitality Award and One To Watch Award. Special Awards will also be revealed on the evening itself, honoring the achievements of individuals and establishments. "At Wynn Las Vegas, we take immense pride in our dining program and recognize the importance of both cultivating and celebrating culinary talent," says Brian Gullbrants, COO – Wynn Resorts North America. "We are honored to participate in a one-of-a-kind roster of culinary events showcasing the most renowned chefs in North America." The ranking will reflect experiences from 300 expert voters – chefs, restaurateurs, food and beverage journalists, educators and well-travelled gourmets. The anonymous voters are recruited by industry-leading Academy Chairs across eight sub-regions within North America, including: USA Northeast; USA South; USA Midwest; USA West; Canada East; Canada Central; Canada West; and Caribbean (excluding Cuba and Dominican Republic). Members of the 50 Best organization and sponsors do not vote. The event program for North America's 50 Best Restaurants will include key events: thought-leadership forum #50BestTalks, exploring pertinent hospitality topics; an official 50 Best Press Conference with industry leaders; a Chefs' Feast showcasing the finest ingredients and cooking techniques and the awards ceremony and countdown itself.
NDTV
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
This Egyptian Restaurant Lets You Eat Right Next To The Pyramids Of Giza
If Egypt is on your travel list, chances are the Pyramids of Giza are already marked as a must-see. But what if you could add a proper meal to that plan - one that mixes reworked Egyptian flavours with a direct view of the pyramids themselves? That is exactly what makes Khufu's restaurant special. Tucked inside the Giza Pyramid Complex, it is a rare chance to dine this close to such a historic site. It just won the Resy "One To Watch Award" 2025, one of the honours given out by The World's 50 Best Restaurants. That means people are taking note of this one, and for good reason. What Makes Khufu's Restaurant Stand Out? View this post on Instagram A post shared by Khufu's Restaurant (@khufusrestaurant) There are only a handful of restaurants near the Pyramids of Giza that actually overlook the site. Khufu's is one of them, with a clear, picture-perfect view. Even though it only opened in 2022, it is already making a name for itself in Egypt's fine dining space. Earlier this year, it came in 4th on the list of 50 Best Restaurants in the Middle East and North Africa. It also topped the list as the best restaurant in Egypt for 2025. The name Khufu's pays tribute to Pharaoh Khufu, who is known for commissioning the Great Pyramid. (That very structure is where he was laid to rest.) Who Is The Chef At Khufu's Restaurant? Chef Mostafa Seif is the one running the kitchen at Khufu's restaurant. He won Top Chef Middle East in 2018 and is now known for giving Egyptian cuisine a fresh spin. He keeps traditional ingredients and cooking methods at the heart of his dishes. Khufu's is the brainchild of Giovanni Bolandrini, who is also behind the Pier88 Group - a hospitality brand that runs several high-end restaurants, including this one. What Type Of Food Is Served At Khufu's Restaurant? The tasting menus at Khufu's lean into Egyptian comfort food, but not the kind you have had before. Each dish is reworked to bring bold, new flavours to the table. It is a nod to Chef Seif's roots, but with a present-day feel. One of the standout dishes is the koshari, Egypt's national favourite, but here it is served with quail eggs and a few other surprises. Other items on the menu include Black baba ganoush, Egyptian fava puree, Charcoal Chicken and more. The idea is to give locals and tourists something fresh that still feels familiar. View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Worlds 50 Best Restaurants (@theworlds50best) The "One To Watch" award goes to "a rising star restaurant in the global hospitality scene which 50 Best believes has the potential to break into the list in the years to come." The winner is picked through votes by the 50 Best Academy and based on editorial calls. Kato in Los Angeles picked up the "One To Watch" last year, so Khufu's is in good company.
Yahoo
16-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
NORTH AMERICA'S 50 BEST RESTAURANTS ANNOUNCES SPECIAL AWARD CATEGORIES AND ACADEMY CHAIRS
NEW YORK, April 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- 50 Best reveals North America's 50 Best Restaurants' special award categories and Academy Chairs for its premier year. Special Award Categories Champions of Change Award: A celebration of unsung heroes of the hospitality sector who are driving positive action and creating a more inclusive society. Art of Hospitality Award: A special recognition for excellence in restaurant service and dining experiences. One To Watch Award: Identifying a rising-star restaurant which the 50 Best organization believes has the potential to feature in a future edition of the North America's 50 Best Restaurants list. Icon Award: A celebration of an individual who has made an outstanding contribution to the hospitality industry. North America's Best Pastry Chef Award: Highlighting excellence in the fields of desserts and pastry. North America's Best Sommelier Award: A recognition of an individual displaying innovation, knowledge and customer service in the world of wine. Chefs' Choice Award: A peer-voted accolade in North America's 50 Best Restaurants program. It honors a chef who has had a positive impact over the last year, as chosen by the chefs leading the restaurants in this year's list. Sustainable Restaurant Award: This independently audited award champions a restaurant in North America which has demonstrated an outstanding effort towards sustainability. Best in Destination Awards: The highest-ranked restaurant in each of the eight sub-regions will be named as The Best Restaurant in that respective region. The Best Restaurant in North America: The No.1 restaurant in the ranking will be named The Best Restaurant in North America, sponsored by & Acqua Panna. Academy Chairs The North America Academy Chairs are chosen for their expertise and networks and are tasked with selecting a panel that ensures a diverse culinary representation. Adrian Brijbassi, Canada West Jamila Robinson, USA Northeast Lesley Chesterman, Canada East Lyndsay Green, USA Midwest Mike Jordan, USA South Renée Suen, Canada Central Virginia Miller, USA West Nneka Nurse, Caribbean More information on North America's 50 Best Restaurants: Media centre: Logo - View original content: SOURCE 50 Best
Yahoo
25-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
TOYO EATERY IN MANILA WINS THE GIN MARE ART OF HOSPITALITY AWARD AS PART OF ASIA'S 50 BEST RESTAURANTS 2025
LONDON, Feb. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Manila's Toyo Eatery has been named the winner of the Gin Mare Art of Hospitality Award 2025. Voted for by the 350-plus members of the Asia's 50 Best Restaurants Academy who were asked to name the one establishment that has provided the best hospitality experience in the last 18 months, this is the second in the series of pre-announced special awards unveiled leading up to the Asia's 50 Best Restaurants 2025 programme and awards ceremony, which will be held at Grand Hyatt, Seoul, on 25 March 2025. Debuting at Asia's 50 Best Restaurants as the One To Watch Award winner in 2018, Toyo Eatery joined the list in 2019 at No.43 while holding onto the title of The Best Restaurant in the Philippines for five years, and winning the Sustainable Restaurant Award in 2023. Ranked No.24 on Asia's 50 Best Restaurants 2024, Toyo Eatery is helmed by husband-and-wife team Jordy and May Navarra. The restaurant emphasises Filipino heritage and food culture which is a deeply personal hospitality experience akin to dining in the couple's own home. William Drew, Director of Content for Asia's 50 Best Restaurants, says: "At Toyo Eatery, each guest is warmly immersed in Filipino food culture. Genuine hospitality is also evident in the personal touches from Jordy and May – from the seamless integration of interiors, floral and vegetable displays and wall art to local craftsmanship and in the way they educate diners about their food." Toyo Eatery is a deep dive into the culinary culture of the Philippines. Its vegetable-forward menu and mindful use of local ingredients, service ware, art, furniture and design celebrate all things Filipino while heritage elements are reimagined through fermentation and preservation. Since opening the restaurant in 2016, they have championed minimising their carbon footprint, sourcing locally and fostering relationships with farmers and artisans, while maintaining an approachable fine dining atmosphere. Chef Jordy says, "To be welcomed into a Filipino home is to experience genuine warmth and care. We aim to convey the Filipino experience, not just through the dishes we serve, but also by creating genuine connections with our guests. This award belongs to our incredible team and to all those who have dined with us. Maraming salamat (thank you very much)." Media Centre: View original content: SOURCE 50 Best Sign in to access your portfolio
