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Emily Zemler

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In Grindelwald, Paul Cabayé Brings Fine Dining to New Heights

In Grindelwald, Paul Cabayé Brings Fine Dining to New Heights

Working near the mountains has allowed the chef to more fully develop his foraging skills.

07.03.2025 2

Observer

Emily Zemler

‘Mickey 17’ Review: Pattinson vs. Pattinson In Sci-Fi Social Satire

‘Mickey 17’ Review: Pattinson vs. Pattinson In Sci-Fi Social Satire

Pattinson's performance as "an expendable" who's cloned—and dies—over and over is absolutely captivating in director Bong Joon Ho's follow-up to...

05.03.2025 3

Observer

Emily Zemler

Chef Marco Ortolani Blends Italian and Swiss Traditions at Zurich’s Eden Kitchen

Chef Marco Ortolani Blends Italian and Swiss Traditions at Zurich’s Eden Kitchen

"My goal is to create the next generation of chefs," the Michelin-starred chef tells Observer.

05.03.2025 3

Observer

Emily Zemler

‘Mickey 17’ Review: Robert Pattison vs. Robert Pattison In Sci-Fi Social Satire

‘Mickey 17’ Review: Robert Pattison vs. Robert Pattison In Sci-Fi Social Satire

Pattinson's performance as "an expendable" who's cloned—and dies—over and over is absolutely captivating in director Bong Joon-ho's follow-up to...

05.03.2025 3

Observer

Emily Zemler

‘Seven Veils’ Review: Repressed Memories Given an Operatic Airing

‘Seven Veils’ Review: Repressed Memories Given an Operatic Airing

Amanda Seyfried gives a dynamic, complex performance as an opera director grappling with trauma in her past and present.

04.03.2025 3

Observer

Emily Zemler

At Da Terra, Chef Rafael Cagali Presents a Playful Take on Fine Dining

At Da Terra, Chef Rafael Cagali Presents a Playful Take on Fine Dining

“I always like to think about something that breaks down the seriousness of dining," the Michelin-starred chef tells Observer.

27.02.2025 2

Observer

Emily Zemler

‘Cleaner’ Review: Daisy Ridley Deserves Better, And So Do You

Ridley is a talented actress who's proven her skill with action in three 'Star Wars' movies. But she's wasted in this muddled thriller.

18.02.2025 4

Observer

Emily Zemler

‘Yellowjackets’ Season Three Review: Lingering Trauma, New Drama

If you’re onboard the 'Yellowjackets' bandwagon it’s unlikely you’ll leave now. Season three promises some answers, but also more questions.

14.02.2025 4

Observer

Emily Zemler

‘The Gorge’ Review: Action Romance That’s Chaotic and Fun

Two snipers stationed on opposite sides of a fog-covered crevice meet cute, and have to protect the world—and each other. There's an element of the...

13.02.2025 2

Observer

Emily Zemler

How Max Coen Turned Notting Hill’s Dorian Into One of London’s Buzziest Restaurants

“It’s a case of constant research and then trying to pinpoint what you’re looking for,” Coen explains.

11.02.2025 4

Observer

Emily Zemler

Finding Love Onscreen: A Guide to This Year’s Valentine’s Day Movies

Traditional rom-coms, violent rom-coms, anti-rom-coms and even family rom-coms—there's something for everyone this Valentine's Day.

07.02.2025 5

Observer

Emily Zemler

‘Parthenope’ Review: A Spectacle Lost In Its Own Beauty

This sprawling tale follows a charismatic, seductive woman throughout her life, but its stunning scenes are almost a series of fashion shoots and the...

07.02.2025 4

Observer

Emily Zemler

Chef Shaun Rankin Brings the Culinary Spotlight to North Yorkshire

The chef emphasizes hyperlocal produce, seasonality and British tradition at his Michelin-starred North Yorkshire restaurant.

31.01.2025 1

Observer

Emily Zemler

‘Companion’ Review: Robot Thriller Delivers Bloody Fun

In the guise of a murderous horror flick this well-made futuristic thriller asks which is a bigger threat: AI or toxic masculinity?

29.01.2025 6

Observer

Emily Zemler

Chef Simon Rogan on Sustainability, Success and How Radishes Changed His Career

The 12-acre Our Farm has pushed Rogan to develop his signature cuisine, an approach to British cooking that emphasizes simplicity and flavor.

21.01.2025 5

Observer

Emily Zemler

The Most Romantic Hotels in London

London is filled with romantic hideaways for every type of traveler.

17.01.2025 3

Observer

Emily Zemler

‘Back in Action’ Review: Cameron Diaz And Jamie Foxx In Just Okay Spy Thriller

Cameron Diaz is back from semi-retirement, and she Jamie Foxx have real charisma. But this muddled effort can't decide if it's an action movie,...

17.01.2025 9

Observer

Emily Zemler

London’s Best New Restaurants Coming in 2025

Whether you’re looking for a fine dining experience or a more casual meal, London will welcome a strong variety of restaurants in an array of...

13.01.2025 7

Observer

Emily Zemler

London’s Most Anticipated Luxury Hotel Openings of 2025

There is no lack of hotel rooms in London, a city that is home to hundreds of hotels, from sleek and sprawling luxury properties to small,...

08.01.2025 10

Observer

Emily Zemler

The Best Places to Dine Solo in Paris

Dining at all of the restaurants in Paris would take years to tick off a bucket list, from the fine dining classics near the Champs-Élysées to the...

02.01.2025 3

Observer

Emily Zemler

How Pastry Chef Nicolas Guercio Brings Whimsical Sweet Treats to Life

Nicolas Guercio, the executive pastry chef at Hôtel Lutetia. Julie Limont Growing up, Nicolas Guercio wanted to be an architect. That didn’t pan...

01.01.2025 7

Observer

Emily Zemler

All or Nothing: How Culinary Dedication Paid Off for Chef Thomas Danigo

Thomas Danigo. Stéfanie Renoma On March 3, 2020, Thomas Danigo opened his first restaurant, Galanga, in Parisian boutique hotel Monsieur George....

30.12.2024 4

Observer

Emily Zemler

London’s Best New Restaurants of 2024

Since the pandemic, it feels like London unveils a new restaurant every day. There’s always something buzzing around town, whether it’s from a...

26.12.2024 4

Observer

Emily Zemler

An Insider’s Guide to Boulder, Colorado

Nestled at the foot of the Rocky Mountains, Boulder has always been a haven for outdoorsy types. The city, home to the iconic Flatirons and the...

21.12.2024 7

Observer

Emily Zemler

Colorado’s Best Ski Resort Towns

Although many states offer great opportunities for snow sports, Colorado is North America’s undeniable skiing mecca. The Rocky Mountains thread...

16.12.2024 4

Observer

Emily Zemler

‘Carry-On’ Review: Airport Thriller Barely Achieves Lift Off

Taron Egerton in Carry-On Courtesy of Netflix Each year there exists a great debate as to whether Die Hard is a Christmas movie (it is, obviously)....

13.12.2024 4

Observer

Emily Zemler

‘Kraven the Hunter’ Review: Messy Script, Tight Abs—Things Could Be Worse

Aaron Taylor Johnson in Kraven the Hunter Jay Maidment/Courtesy of Columbia Pictures and Marvel At one point in Kraven the Hunter , Sony’s latest...

11.12.2024 4

Observer

Emily Zemler

Denver’s Populus Hotel Pairs Sustainability With a Modern Sensibility

Populus, a sustainably-focused hotel, has arrived in Denver. Yoshihiro Makino A tree grows in Denver. Or, rather, a hotel that evokes one of...

11.12.2024 3

Observer

Emily Zemler

‘A Complete Unknown’ Review: A Thrilling Tour of Established Myth

Timothée Chalamet in A Complete Unknown. Macall Polay/Searchlight Pictures The truth at the heart of James Mangold’s Bob Dylan biopic, A Complete...

11.12.2024 3

Observer

Emily Zemler

The Best Places to Dine Solo in London

Although it may sound awkward, there is a real satisfaction that comes with walking into a restaurant and asking for a table for one. And it should...

09.12.2024 7

Observer

Emily Zemler

The Golden Age of Espionage: Why Spy Thrillers Are Booming on Streaming

It will be months, if not years, before we get the announcement of a new James Bond. Longer still to get another Bond movie. Argylle , although...

03.12.2024 5

Observer

Emily Zemler

‘Our Little Secret’ Review: Lindsay Lohan Xmas Rom-Com Falls Flat

Lindsay Lohan’s Netflix holiday rom-coms are becoming a great new tradition. Her 2022 effort, Falling for Christmas , was an instant festive...

27.11.2024 30

Observer

Emily Zemler

How Chef Tony Xu Is Bringing Authentic Chinese Cuisine to Paris’s Shang Palace

Relocating from China to France was a big leap for Tony Xu, now the executive chef of Shang Palace in the Shangri-La Paris . Xu, who grew up in...

22.11.2024 4

Observer

Emily Zemler

‘Interior Chinatown’ Review: A Very Meta Take on Asian Representation

It was inevitable that Charles Yu’s searing novel Interior Chinatown would be adapted for the screen. The book, released to rave reviews and a...

19.11.2024 2

Observer

Emily Zemler

Michael Schur On Turning a Documentary Into His Latest Comedy Series

Over the past two decades, Michael Schur has been responsible for some of your favorite TV shows. He was a producer and writer on The Office before...

19.11.2024 5

Observer

Emily Zemler

‘Gladiator II’ Review: Compelling, Ridiculous and Uproariously Pleasurable

Much like its predecessor, Gladiator II is a spectacle in the same way the glorious, bloody battles in Rome’s Colosseum enlivened and captivated...

18.11.2024 4

Observer

Emily Zemler

British Chef Jackson Boxer Blends Comfort and Innovation at French Bistro Henri

Growing up in south London, Jackson Boxer remembers having “a huge appetite for existence and a lot of creative energy” from a young age. But he...

13.11.2024 5

Observer

Emily Zemler

‘Dune: Prophecy’ Review: Sisterhood is Powerful, At Least In This Universe

The fantastical world of Dune , created by Frank Herbert, has the potential for a vast amount of stories, spanning hundreds of years of fictional...

12.11.2024 6

Observer

Emily Zemler

An Insider’s Guide to Notting Hill 

Notting Hill, which includes the famed Portobello Road and its surrounding areas, is known for its shopping, including antiques, its colorful...

08.11.2024 4

Observer

Emily Zemler

London’s Best Gastropubs for British Pub Food

Whether you’re exploring Hampstead Heath, venturing into Hackney or shopping around Mayfair, London has an eclectic, welcoming array of top-end...

07.11.2024 2

Observer

Emily Zemler

How Vivek Singh Transformed the Landscape of Indian Cuisine in England

The Cinnamon Club has been a fixture in the London dining scene since March 2001, drawing locals and visitors in with its high-end take on Indian...

06.11.2024 4

Observer

Emily Zemler

Warhols, Golden Caviar and Vanilla Bean Ice Cream: Larry Jayasekara Embraces Luxury at The Cocochine

Every aspect of The Cocochine is about quiet indulgence. Caviar augments several dishes, the tables are luxuriously far apart and the walls are...

02.11.2024 5

Observer

Emily Zemler

BFI London Film Festival Premiere: ‘Joy’

Although Joy often feels like a very old-fashioned movie, it hits a surprisingly modern note. The film, directed by Ben Taylor and written by Jack...

16.10.2024 2

Observer

Emily Zemler

‘Lonely Planet’ Review: Laura Dern Rom-Com Is A Better Travel Ad Than Movie

Did anyone have a Morocco-set rom-com starring Laura Dern and Liam Hemsworth on their 2024 bingo card? If so, congratulations, even if the...

12.10.2024 3

Observer

Emily Zemler

‘The Apprentice’ Review: A Young Trump In Search of Money, Power And Respect

Hate him or worship him, Donald Trump is an inescapable figure in pop culture. He’s frequently parodied and mimicked, both by comedians and social...

12.10.2024 3

Observer

Emily Zemler

How Diego Oka’s Pandemic Pottery Hobby Evolved Into an Eight-Course Tasting Menu

During the coronavirus pandemic, Diego Oka, executive chef at Miami restaurant La Mar by Gastón Acurio , decided to learn how to make pottery. He...

11.10.2024 3

Observer

Emily Zemler

BFI London Film Festival Premiere: Steve McQueen’s ‘Blitz’

World War II is a worn-out subject, trampled with the footprints of earnest filmmakers continually interested in the most pivotal point in modern...

09.10.2024 3

Observer

Emily Zemler

At Venice’s Hotel Cipriani, Chef Vania Ghedini’s Menu Is a Taste of Italy

When Massimo Bottura first called Vania Ghedini to invite her to become the head chef of Oro , the one Michelin-starred restaurant at Venice’s...

09.10.2024 2

Observer

Emily Zemler

‘Nobody Wants This’ Review: A Rabbi and A Podcaster Walk Into a Party . . .

A quirky rom-com pairing Kristen Bell and Adam Brody is something of a millennial fever dream. After all, the actors played Veronica Mars and Seth...

26.09.2024 5

Observer

Emily Zemler

A West London Dinner Party: Zoë and Layo Paskin Debut The Barbary Notting Hill

For Zoë and Layo Paskin, going to a good restaurant should feel like being invited to a dinner party. It’s a welcoming philosophy that the siblings...

25.09.2024 4

Observer

Emily Zemler