Krista Faist

Walking into Revé on Mary Street in Niagara-on-the-Lake, the first thing that hits me is the warmth — literally. The dining room is anchored by a striking open-flame hearth, the pulse of this farm-to-fire concept. It’s moody and intentional, designed around elements of earth, air and water, with a stunning hanging moss installation overhead. Founders Nicole Pisarenko, chef Adriano Cappuzzello, Anna Kruusi and Kevin Gillingham have crafted a space that feels deeply personal.

The energy inside the Sheraton New Orleans on Thursday night is electric. As the continent's culinary heavyweights gather for North America’s 50 Best Restaurants 2026 awards, presented by S.Pellegrino & Acqua Panna, a brilliant reality quickly unfolds: Canada has arrived. Canadians have a reputation for being a little too polite. But watching the results roll in first-hand, that trademark modesty seemed to evaporate. This wasn't just a good night for Canada; we absolutely knocked it out of the park.

There’s nothing like a 13-hour flight to make you feel like you’re in an entirely different world. When I land in Dubai, it’s not just the time difference that hits, but the otherworldly skyline, the hum of sports cars and the feeling that I’ve stepped onto another planet. Even the airport, which provides free SIM cards to all visitors, feels futuristic. As we drive down the highway to the city centre, the skyscrapers loom, and there’s a buzz to the city that rivals New York.