Danish 'Geranium' restaurant crowned world's best

14 Sept 05:03 Key points summarised by AI

Copenhagen's Geranium, led by chef Rasmus Kofoed, claimed the top spot as the World's Best Restaurant, marking the second consecutive win for a Danish establishment.
Peruvian restaurant Central in Lima secured the runner-up position, followed by Spanish restaurants Disfrutar and Diverxo in third and fourth places respectively.
The awards ceremony was moved from Moscow to London due to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, leading to no Russian restaurants being featured on the list.
French cuisine saw limited representation with only three Parisian restaurants in the top 50, drawing criticism from French chefs regarding the list's methodology and transparency.
The prestigious list is compiled annually by 1,080 independent culinary experts, including chefs, journalists, and restaurant owners, who vote on their dining experiences.

Bright at Midnight: Conceptual echoes of Bas Jan Ader Arrive in Bangkok

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"Bright at Midnight" marks the first institutional exhibition in Asia of Dutch conceptual artist Bas Jan Ader, showcasing his enigmatic work at Bangkok Kunsthalle until January 10, 2027.
The exhibition delves into Ader's legacy, exploring themes of vulnerability and the ephemeral, made more poignant by his 1975 disappearance at sea during an art project.
It encourages viewers to engage with art beyond its material form, featuring key pieces like "Thoughts unsaid, Then forgotten," "Light vulnerable objects threatened by eight cement bricks," and the haunting film "Launch of the Ocean Wave."
A highlight is the planned live transformation of "Light vulnerable objects threatened by eight cement bricks" in 2026, where ropes will be cut, creating a new layer of art from the destructive impact.
The exhibition challenges conventional art consumption, advocating for a deeper appreciation of conceptual and research-driven artistic practices over mere fascination with art as an asset class.