Episode
A Restaurant Critic (Ours) On the Year That Changed Him Forever
42:42
Published: Fri Dec 23 2022
Description
During his time as a restaurant critic for The Times, Pete Wells has become both feared and revered in the world of dining — crowning those at the top and dethroning those whose time has passed.But when the pandemic arrived, handing out stars to fancy restaurants made no sense anymore. A fundamental change was needed.Guest: Pete Wells, a restaurant critic for The New York Times. Background reading: For the return of The Times’s star ratings this year, Pete Wells visited La Piraña Lechonera, a weekend party in a Bronx trailer where one man serves up the rich flavors of Puerto Rico.For more information on today’s episode, visit nytimes.com/thedaily. Transcripts of each episode will be made available by the next workday.
Chapters
The New York Times restaurant critic, Pete Wells, discusses his role in the fine dining world, his mission as a home cook, and the challenges of keeping up with the constantly evolving restaurant scene in New York City.
00:00 - 05:02 (05:02)
Summary
The New York Times restaurant critic, Pete Wells, discusses his role in the fine dining world, his mission as a home cook, and the challenges of keeping up with the constantly evolving restaurant scene in New York City.
EpisodeA Restaurant Critic (Ours) On the Year That Changed Him Forever
PodcastThe Daily
The renowned reviewer and writer discusses the unique experience offered by Le Bernardin restaurant in Midtown, where the combination of unexpected flavors and hushed atmosphere pleasantly surprises diners.
05:02 - 09:09 (04:06)
Summary
The renowned reviewer and writer discusses the unique experience offered by Le Bernardin restaurant in Midtown, where the combination of unexpected flavors and hushed atmosphere pleasantly surprises diners. The restaurant is rated by stars to avoid misleading customers, ensuring that they get the authentic experience they were looking for.
EpisodeA Restaurant Critic (Ours) On the Year That Changed Him Forever
PodcastThe Daily
The act of reviewing high-end restaurants, despite pointing out flaws, perpetuates the notion that fine dining is the ultimate focus for foodies, while neglecting all other alternatives.
09:09 - 14:46 (05:37)
Summary
The act of reviewing high-end restaurants, despite pointing out flaws, perpetuates the notion that fine dining is the ultimate focus for foodies, while neglecting all other alternatives.
EpisodeA Restaurant Critic (Ours) On the Year That Changed Him Forever
PodcastThe Daily
The pandemic has brought about a shift in traditional restaurant ratings as restaurants try to adapt to the challenges of the current situation.
14:46 - 21:09 (06:22)
Summary
The pandemic has brought about a shift in traditional restaurant ratings as restaurants try to adapt to the challenges of the current situation.
EpisodeA Restaurant Critic (Ours) On the Year That Changed Him Forever
PodcastThe Daily
The best way to eat at La Piranha is getting the pork incorporated into the mofongo, and to rethink how to use the stars in a more flexible way.
21:09 - 26:54 (05:44)
Summary
The best way to eat at La Piranha is getting the pork incorporated into the mofongo, and to rethink how to use the stars in a more flexible way.
EpisodeA Restaurant Critic (Ours) On the Year That Changed Him Forever
PodcastThe Daily
A surprising three star rating from The New York Times has been awarded to a food trailer, and while some people were appalled, the award was well deserved for the high-quality food produced by the trailer.
26:54 - 32:31 (05:36)
Summary
A surprising three star rating from The New York Times has been awarded to a food trailer, and while some people were appalled, the award was well deserved for the high-quality food produced by the trailer.
EpisodeA Restaurant Critic (Ours) On the Year That Changed Him Forever
PodcastThe Daily
The speaker shares their experience of having a delicious meal in an unconventional location with unlikely ingredients, which left an indelible impression on them, more so than meals from fine dining restaurants in New York City.
32:31 - 37:02 (04:30)
Summary
The speaker shares their experience of having a delicious meal in an unconventional location with unlikely ingredients, which left an indelible impression on them, more so than meals from fine dining restaurants in New York City.
EpisodeA Restaurant Critic (Ours) On the Year That Changed Him Forever
PodcastThe Daily
The film industry shouldn't limit itself to the expectation that a movie has to come from a major studio or have a certain budget to be considered for a review by film critics.
37:02 - 42:36 (05:34)
Summary
The film industry shouldn't limit itself to the expectation that a movie has to come from a major studio or have a certain budget to be considered for a review by film critics. Low budget films may be the best movies of the year and should be given a chance to be reviewed and critiqued.