World’s Best Restaurants 2020: a Roving Reporter, a Global Pandemic, and What the Fine Dining Scene Looks Like Now
For the second annual World’s Best Restaurants list, a collaboration between Travel + Leisure and Food & Wine, restaurant critic Besha Rodell set out on another ambitious global research trip. But when the world screeched to a halt due to the COVID-19 pandemic, she found her reporting cut short — and an industry facing unprecedented challenges. Here, some hopeful meditations on the future of dining.
Meet the Culinary Pros Who Nominated This Year’s World’s Best Restaurants
For the second annual World’s Best Restaurants from Travel + Leisure and Food & Wine, we tapped a network of chefs, food writers, and world travelers — plus last year’s winners and our own editorial teams — to nominate the restaurants that best reflect the spirit of their communities.
Santiago Is Surrounded by Chile’s Famous Wine Regions — but You Can Enjoy the Country’s Best Wines Without Leaving the City
Boragó in Santiago, Chile was recently named one of the World’s Best Restaurants by Travel + Leisure and Food & Wine. It’s worth planning a trip around — here’s what you should explore once you’re there.
Visit Mayan Ruins, White-sand Beaches, and Unrestrained Rain Forest In Mexico’s Next Eco-tourism Destination
Cocina Chontal in Comalcalco, in the Mexican state of Tabasco, was recently named one of the World’s Best Restaurants by Travel + Leisure and Food & Wine. It’s worth planning a trip around — here’s what you should explore once you’re there.
Where to Eat, Drink, and Shop in Auckland, New Zealand
Pasture in Auckland, New Zealand was recently named one of the World’s Best Restaurants by Travel + Leisure and Food & Wine. It’s worth planning a trip around — here’s what you should explore once you’re there.
This Quiet Town on St. Lucia’s West Coast Has Sulfur Springs, Forested Mountains, and One of the World’s Best Restaurants
Orlando’s in Soufrière, St. Lucia was recently named one of the World’s Best Restaurants by Travel + Leisure and Food & Wine. It’s worth planning a trip around — here’s what you should explore once you’re there.
The Best Wine Tours Near Auckland for Incredible Tastings, Local Bites, and Gorgeous Views
Pasture in Auckland, New Zealand was recently named one of the World's Best Restaurants by Travel + Leisure and Food & Wine. It's worth planning a trip around — here's what you should explore once you're there.
The Best Places to Eat and Drink in Sydney
Momofuku Seiōbo in Sydney was recently named one of the World’s Best Restaurants by Travel + Leisure and Food & Wine. It’s worth planning a trip around — here’s what you should explore once you’re there.
What Is Cachaça? Get to Know the Spirit Behind Rio’s Caipirinhas
In the mood for a new cocktail? Mix one with Brazil’s national spirit.
