12/06/2026
Food News June 8 – June 14, 2026
1️⃣Rasmus Munk is the new Goodwill Ambassador for the UN World Food Programme. As the first Nordic ambassador, Munk is taking his mission beyond the plate to fight global hunger and support those in need. Gastronomy as a tool for real-world impact – proud to see this collaboration unfold.
2️⃣The countdown to The Best Pizza Awards 2026 is on. Join us for Pizza Talks, followed by the expert masterclasses. All leading up to the main event: the Awards Gala, followed by off-camera Pizza Party.
📍 Milan
🗓️ June 24
3️⃣Noma is set to resume service in Copenhagen as Noma 3.0. Reopening on August 5, 2026, the restaurant will transition to a new menu flow based on 12 micro-seasons. The kitchen will be led by Executive Chef Pablo Soto, a long-time member of the team.
📍 Copenhagen
🗓️ August 5, 2026
4️⃣Thư Phạm Buser and Taylor Buser created a unique blend of art and food at the New Museum in New York. A sensory journey where guests get to season their own bites with olive, fresh herbs, chili mắc khén, and beetroot oil – a creative mix of art and the food that feeds us.
📍 New York
🗓️ June 2026
5️⃣National Geographic takes a deep dive into Sardinia’s most debated delicacy. Far from just a „rotten cheese,” casu marzu is a powerful symbol of identity and local pride that continues to fascinate food lovers worldwide.
6️⃣Palm oil prices are climbing above industry norms, fueled by rising crude costs and Indonesia’s shift toward biodiesel. Meanwhile, the threat of an upcoming El Niño is creating uncertainty regarding production stability across Malaysia and Indonesia.
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