Send us a textWhat really goes into ranking the world’s best restaurants? James Knight-Paccheco sits down with William Drew, Director of Content for the World’s 50 Best Restaurants, to pull back the curtain on the prestigious list that shapes the global dining scene. From the secrecy behind the voting process to the evolution of kitchen culture, William shares insider insights on what makes a restaurant truly world-class. Plus, he dives into his journey from political journalism to food media, the biggest shifts in gastronomy today, and the future of fine dining.Tune In To Learn:👨‍🍳 How restaurants are ranked and why the process remains a well-guarded secret.👨‍🍳 The evolution of kitchen culture, wellness, and the shift towards a healthier work environment.👨‍🍳 Key trends shaping the future of food and the importance of regional recognition.👨‍🍳 William’s most memorable dining experiences and what he believes makes a truly world-class restaurant.00:00 Chef JKP Podcast Goes Live!02:28 Meet William Drew07:02 The Golden Era of Magazines & Transition to Food Journalism19:44 The Influence of the World’s 50 Best Restaurants List22:28 How the Voting Process Works29:46 Expanding the 50 Best Lists Globally39:50 Launching in the Middle East and North Africa41:55 Building a Global Culinary Community44:09 Evolving Kitchen Culture & Well-being53:18 The Evolution of Global Dining01:04:06 Quick Fire Questions & Fun Stories01:12:36 Final Thoughts & AdviceYou can follow the Worlds 50 Best on Here - https://www.instagram.com/theworlds50best/You can follow the Chef JKP Podcast on Here - https://www.instagram.com/chefjkppodcast/A huge thank you to our sponsors:Westholme Australian Wagyu - https://www.westholme.com/Luvvfits Gourmet Protein Bars (luvvfits.com)Food is memories. Enjoy the episode! 🍴Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSupport the showFollow The Chef JKP Podcast on Instagram HERE

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