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The Menu - Food Neighbourhoods

Hosted by Monocle · arts · EN · 300 episodes

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From Tokyo to Rio de Janeiro, ‘Food Neighbourhoods’ introduces you to the most interesting culinary hotspots worldwide. With the help of local guides we venture to the places that are savoured by residents for their great food and drink offerings.

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What is The Menu - Food Neighbourhoods about?

From Tokyo to Rio de Janeiro, ‘Food Neighbourhoods’ introduces you to the most interesting culinary hotspots worldwide. With the help of local guides we venture to the places that are savoured by residents for their great food and drink offerings.

Who hosts The Menu - Food Neighbourhoods?

The Menu - Food Neighbourhoods is hosted by Monocle. The show has published 300 episodes to date.

What has The Menu - Food Neighbourhoods covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Food Neighbourhoods #431: Colonia Roma, Mexico City" (22 April 2025, 10 minutes), "Food Neighbourhoods #430: Val d’Orcia, Italy" (15 April 2025, 12 minutes), and "Food Neighbourhoods #429: Harlem, New York" (8 April 2025, 10 minutes).

How often does The Menu - Food Neighbourhoods publish?

The Menu - Food Neighbourhoods publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 9 minutes across 300 episodes.

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Booking probability for The Menu - Food Neighbourhoods is 45%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Menu - Food Neighbourhoods requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Menu - Food Neighbourhoods's contact route on record: verified email.

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Monocle hosts The Menu - Food Neighbourhoods, an arts show with 300 episodes published.

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  • The Menu - Food Neighbourhoods

    Food Neighbourhoods #431: Colonia Roma, Mexico City

    Apr 22, 202510 minS0

    Originally a European-inspired enclave for the upper and middle classes, Mexico City’s tree-lined Colonia Roma district has survived earthquakes and been reinvented through artistic movements. Today it offers a diverse...

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    Food Neighbourhoods #430: Val d’Orcia, Italy

    Apr 15, 202512 minS0

    We’re heading to the rolling hills of southern Tuscany, where regenerative food and wine practices are flourishing among ancient landscapes. Monocle contributor Issabella Orlando takes us on a tour of Val d’Orcia, where...

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    Food Neighbourhoods #429: Harlem, New York

    Apr 8, 202510 minS0

    We’re looking at a slice of history this week in the shape of Lee Lee’s Baked Goods, which has been serving New Yorkers for nearly 40 years. It’s the story of Alvin Lee Smalls, known as Lee Lee, and the changing face of...

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    Food Neighbourhoods #428: Winemaking in Yunnan Province, China

    Apr 1, 20256 minS0

    China’s far southwestern province of Yunnan is quickly gaining a reputation as one of the country’s finest wine producers, though its winemaking history goes back more than a hundred years. Monocle’s Tom Webb visited...

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    Food Neighbourhoods #427: Aix-en-Provence

    Mar 25, 202512 minS0

    The southern French city of Aix-en-Provence is swamped by tourists in the summer, and is visited by art enthusiasts year-round thanks to its connection to Cezanne. But what about food lovers? With the help of local food...

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    Food Neighbourhoods #426: Binondo, Manila

    Mar 18, 20255 minS0

    We’re heading to Manila’s Chinatown, Binondo, a chaotic enclave of the city that’s as renowned for its vibrant cultural heritage as its delicious food. Hanna Pham takes us on a tour to try out the best Chinese-Filipino...

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    Food Neighbourhoods #425: Töölö, Helsinki

    Mar 11, 20256 minS0

    Monocle’s Petri Burtsoff takes us on a tour of Helsinki’s Töölö neighbourhood, home to traditional neighbourhood bistros frequented by local families, as well as new eateries, where ambitious young chefs seek to leave...

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    Food Neighbourhoods #424: Tromsø, Norway

    Mar 4, 202512 minS0

    We’re northbound to the arctic city of Tromsø in Norway. Here, Monocle’s Oslo correspondent, Lars Bevanger, takes us on a culinary journey which, despite its snow and far-flung location, offers up a selection of...

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    Food Neighbourhoods #423: Chifa Town, Madrid

    Feb 25, 202515 minS0

    We’re heading to Madrid to wander through one of the Spanish capital’s most delectable open secrets. Hidden in the plain sight of the city centre, the Mostenses Municipal Market has been overlooked by local authorities...

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    Food Neighbourhoods #422: South Kensington, London

    Feb 18, 20258 minS0

    We’re staying local today and heading to London’s charming South Kensington. From quaint coffee shops, steaming bowls of pho and vibrant farmers’ markets, this corner of west London provides some of the city’s best...

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    Food Neighbourhoods #421: Thessaloniki, Greece

    Feb 11, 20256 minS0

    We’re heading to Greece’s second city, Thessaloniki. This offbeat metropolis on the Aegean coast has a rich gastronomic identity thanks to its diverse history at the crossroads of east and west. In 2021, its culinary...

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    Food Neighbourhoods #420: Little Portugal, Sydney

    Feb 4, 20259 minS0

    We’re heading to Sydney, one of the world’s most multicultural hubs. The Harbour City’s diversity is reflected in its vibrant selection of global restaurants, cafes and bars. Here, Monocle contributor Adam Hancock takes...

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    Food Neighbourhoods #419: Alagna Valsesia

    Jan 28, 202510 minS0

    We’re hitting the Italian Alps and the small hamlet of Alagna Valsesia at the foot of the Monte Rosa massif. Though Monocle’s Lars Bevanger keeps returning here to ski, what’s equally tempting are the region’s delicious...

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    Food Neighbourhoods #418: De Baarsjes, Amsterdam

    Jan 21, 20257 minS0

    This week we wander the canals of De Baarsjes in west Amsterdam. With an abundance of specialty cafés, bakeries and global culinary outposts, this area of the Netherlands’ capital is fast becoming the preferred choice...

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    Food Neighbourhoods #417: Lagos, Portugal

    Jan 14, 202510 minS0

    We head to Lagos in the Algarve region of southern Portugal, a busy summer-tourist destination known for its golden beaches and limestone cliffs. Here, in the quieter months, Angelica Jopson takes us for a walk through...

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    Food Neighbourhoods #416: Périgueux, France

    Jan 7, 20256 minS0

    Périgueux, capital of the Dordogne department in southwestern France, is renowned for a history that is just as rich as its food. From truffles and walnuts to foie gras and goats cheese, the hallmarks of Périgord...

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    Food Neighbourhoods #415: Trondheim, Norway

    Dec 17, 202411 minS0

    We’re heading to Norway’s third-largest city, Trondheim. Also known as the Viking capital, Trondheim boasts abundant culinary traditions, particularly at Christmas time. Monocle’s Oslo correspondent, Lars Bevanger...

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    Food Neighbourhoods #414: Old Town, Kraków

    Dec 10, 20248 minS0

    If you’re thinking of a continental excursion this winter, one place to head for culinary delights is Kraków. This picturesque city is at its best when covered in a thick blanket of snow and what better way to warm up...

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    Food Neighbourhoods #413: Testaccio, Rome

    Dec 3, 20249 minS0

    When in Rome, there’s no shortage of culinary outposts. But one neighbourhood in particular is known for serving up the city’s best traditional dishes. Monocle’s Lily Austin takes us for a stroll around Testaccio.

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    Food Neighbourhoods #412: Port Townsend, Washington

    Nov 26, 202411 minS0

    We’re heading to the salty shores of the Pacific Northwest, where a town famous for its boat building is also gaining a reputation as a dining destination. Monocle’s Seattle correspondent, Gregory Scruggs, took the...

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