James Massoud

I'm a food and travel writer / editor with nearly two decades experience in both print and digital publishing. I've worked closely with celebrated household names such as Michel Roux Jr and Simon Rimmer on leading titles, and I've interviewed numerous chefs from all over the world. I am also the Founding Editor of The Knife – a digital magazine that goes behind the scenes in kitchens, tells the stories of chefs and restaurateurs from around the world, and serves up exclusive thought pieces from the world of gastronomy.

Special subjects

London dining out scene, Middle Eastern cuisine, specialist restaurant reviews

Languages spoken

English, Arabic and French

Regular work

The Knife

Commercial interests

The Knife is a cutting-edge online publication dedicated to delivering sharp and insightful news, opinion pieces, and feature stories from the world of restaurants. Established in 2024, our mission is to provide readers with a unique and authentic perspective on dining out and food trends.

James Massoud

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