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JANUARY 2026
FROM US. FOR US.
THE MAGAZINE CHEFS LOVE TO READ
volume 21, issue 1
The Authentic
Revolution
James Beard Award and La Liste Talent of the Year winner Chef Vijay Kumar brings the heart of his heritage to every dish at Michelin‑starred Semma. What makes his cooking so honest, fearless, and effortlessly authentic? BAKING WITHOUT BORDERS Master Baker Günther Koerffer on why artisan baking still matters and should never lose its soul
PASTRY EUPHORIA
Chef Syifani Fortuna Azzahra is turning her hometown inspiration into Pastryphoria
CHEERS TO 2026
Festive games, celebrations and the ECG meeting make this season a time for togetherness