AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoDining as a show: Wales’ Ynyshir is turning a 28-course tasting into a full-on party, with a live DJ pacing the meal and chef Gareth Ward leaning into fun over fuss. Food safety surge: Florida reported 63 new cyclosporiasis cases in a week, pushing the state total to 16 since May, as the CDC tracks 4,000+ cases nationwide. Travel and gut health: Researchers warn “gut jet lag” from time-zone changes can disrupt intestinal bacteria, leaving travelers with fatigue and digestive issues. Kitchen science meets plastic reality: New research highlights how common plastic kitchen items—especially cutting boards and storage tools—may shed microplastics during everyday cooking. Global food headlines: South Korea’s ant-dessert controversy widens as a Michelin-linked chef faces legal trouble over using ants as garnish. Summer cooking, simplified: Air-fryer testing finds crispier results than convection ovens, while a roundup of 8x8 casseroles and cookout sides (including a watermelon-feta-mint favorite) keeps weeknight plans easy. Restaurant & chef moves: Auberge Collection announced a Café Boulud residency with Daniel Boulud at Mayflower Inn & Spa.
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