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Gastronomic (Mis)Adventures : El Bulli

Fresh off the Press: El Bulli Lost Half a Million Euros

The Economist reported on October 27th that El Bulli restaurant made losses of a whopping half a million euros a year (full report here). For blue chip companies, this might not sound like a huge loss. However obviously for a restaurant with El Bulli’s stature- exclusive, Michelin star, former best restaurant of the world year over year -...

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The Ferran Adria Experience Part 1

What a way to cap off a trip from Spain but a meeting with the great El Bulli chef/owner Ferran Adria in the sold out Castro Theatre on a Monday night. No doubt that every chef in town was there to see Ferran. My sister had to gush for a split second at a Food Network celebrity chef...

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Food is a Luxury: The French Laundry, Yountville, Napa

If you are looking to plunk down more than $300 dollars for an unforgettable meal and spend the extra effort to get a reservation, then you know the French Laundry. Topping the list year over year as one of the top 3 restaurants in the world, this restaurant needs no introduction- the French Laundry in Napa California offers...

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