Our cultural foodie moment means that there are heaps of food-related news stories, info pieces and commentaries that appear on a daily basis. Here are my recent favourites.

Do you like expensive vodka? Jen Agg, of Toronto’s The Black Hoof, explains why it’s a ripoff and why you should choose gin instead. Go gin!

Although it can offer altered states of consciousness, I agree, food is not art.

Do you know what a flavourist is?

We all know restaurants get away with wicked (in the bad sense to consumers) mark up at times, but do you know which dishes are the biggest offenders? This list applies to New York City, but I think that’s just a formality.

Although I do like the show, a convincing argument is made for why Top Chef Masters pales in comparison to the original.