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The Guardian’s Grace Dent reviews The Golden Tooth in north London, praising chef Matthew Scott and wine merchant Charlie Carr for maturing a pub dining concept with a refined menu, low-intervention wines and a focus on bold, comforting dishes.
South Korea’s ant-topped sorbet case has reached a courtroom verdict. Prosecutors allege a four-year scheme using nearly 49,000 ants, though restaurant staff dispute the figures and argue most diners did not opt for ants. The case centers on whether ants are an approved food ingredient under Korea’s food-safety rules, with possible penalties up to five years in prison or a hefty fine.
Californios has earned its third Michelin star, becoming the first Mexican restaurant worldwide to reach this height. Chef Val Cantú and his 40‑person team are celebrated for blending Mexican tradition with California ingredients, a move Michelin inspectors say crosses borders without losing identity. The accolade comes amid a broader rise in recognition for Mexican cuisine, set against tightening immigration enforcement.
The Copenhagen restaurant has exited its founder’s day-to-day control amid abuse allegations, with Pablo Soto guiding a monthly-changing menu and a renewed focus on staff well-being as it seeks to reclaim its status.
Ynyshir Restaurant, famed for its 30-course tasting menu, has been awarded a five‑star hygiene rating after a February reinspection, following a prior one‑star rating in late 2025. Regulators say the restaurant addressed the issues and the scoring update is now published on the Food Standards Agency website.