The TASTE AWARDS Honor Moby with The Harmony of Taste Award

The TASTE AWARDS, the premier global celebration of excellence in food, fashion, lifestyle, health, travel, and cultural media, is proud to honor acclaimed musician, author, and activist Moby, who will receive the honorary Harmony of Taste Award at the 2026 TASTEAWARDS, taking place on March 7, 2026. The award recognizes cultural figures whose work reflects a meaningful balance between creativity, conscience, and culinary & lifestyle influence.

One of the most influential artists of his generation, Moby has sold more than 20 million albums worldwide, with a career spanning over three decades and redefining the sound of modern electronic music. Beyond music, he has long been a vocal advocate for veganism, animal rights, and ethical living, using his platform to promote compassion, responsibility, and conscious lifestyle choices. In 2015, he opened Little Pine, his first vegan restaurant, in Los Angeles — a project rooted in his belief that food can be both deeply satisfying and ethically aligned. It became a cultural touchstone for vegan dining and hospitality. Moby was also an early investor in Crossroads Kitchen, one of Los Angeles’ most influential vegan restaurants. Through his work in music, writing, and food, Moby has helped frame food not merely as nourishment, but as a meaningful extension of culture, ethics, and personal identity.

Moby’s commitment to food and ethics extends into publishing as well. He has authored two cookbooks, including The Little Pine Cookbook, alongside several memoirs and nonfiction works exploring creativity, identity, and conscious living. The Harmony of Taste Award honors individuals who demonstrate how taste can reflect values and shape culture. “The Harmony of Taste Award recognizes those who show how creativity and conscience can come together through food,” said a TASTE AWARDS spokesperson. “Moby has helped connect music, culture, and ethics in a way that has influenced how people think about what they consume — and why it matters.”

The Harmony of Taste Award joins The TASTE AWARDS’ honorary distinctions across Food & Drink, Fashion & Design, Travel, Health & Fitness, and Lifestyle categories, recognizing individuals shaping the future of taste, style, and creative influence. (thetasteawards.com)

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The TASTE AWARDS Honor Sean Kanan with The Bold Flavor Award

The TASTE AWARDS, the premier global celebration of excellence in food, fashion, lifestyle, health, travel, and cultural media, is proud to honor Emmy‑award‑winning actor, author, and culinary entrepreneur Sean Kanan with “The Bold Flavor Award.”

This honorary award recognizes Sean’s fearless creativity, entrepreneurial spirit, and passion for culinary arts — qualities that embody the adventurous and innovative ethos of The TASTE AWARDS. The 17th Annual Awards Ceremony will take place Saturday March 7, 2026, bringing together the world’s leading creators, innovators, and lifestyle influencers. (thetasteawards.com)

Sean Kanan has built a remarkable, multifaceted career — from his breakout role as “Mike Barnes” in The Karate Kid Part III and his reprisal in the hit series Cobra Kai, to his longtime role as Deacon Sharpe on the daytime drama The Bold and the Beautiful. Beyond the screen, Sean channels his bold creativity into the culinary world — authoring The Modern Gentleman: Cooking and Entertaining with Sean Kanan and launching his artisan condiment line, Bad Boy Hot Sauce, featuring bold flavors like “Cobra Venom,” “Mango Madness,” and “Red Pepper Punch.” For Sean, cooking is not only a passion but a way to connect people, celebrate culture, and inspire creativity in every kitchen.

“We are thrilled to present Sean Kanan with The Bold Flavor Award,” said A.K. Crump, Chair of the TASTE AWARDS. “Sean embodies the fearless creativity and love of flavor that our Awards celebrate. From Hollywood to the kitchen, he demonstrates how passion, authenticity, and boldness can inspire communities and elevate culture.”

The Bold Flavor Award joins The TASTE AWARDS’ honorary distinctions across Food & Drink, Fashion & Design, Travel, Health & Fitness, and Lifestyle categories, recognizing individuals shaping the future of taste, style, and creative influence. (thetasteawards.com)

Film Trailer: Death of A Unicorn by A24, Starring Jenna Ortega and Paul Rudd

Check out the trailer for the new film, Death of A Unicorn by A24, Starring Jenna Ortega and Paul Rudd, plus Will Poulter, Téa Leoni, and Richard E. Grant.

It looks surprisingly good and humorous (plus clearly a little horrifying). There’s always been stories about how Unicorns can be both good and bad, and when they’re bad, they’re very very good at being bad. Seems like you do not want to piss them off is the morale of that story.

Death of A Unicorn has the potential to become a sleeper hit at the theaters, and definitely on streaming.

TASTE AWARDS Announce The Anthony Bourdain Lifetime Achievement Award

The TASTE AWARDS Committee is honored to announce the renaming of one of its most prestigious awards to its new name, The Anthony Bourdain Lifetime Achievement Award. The award is named after the late Anthony Bourdain, who was one of the first TASTE AWARDS recipients, and is best known for his cookbooks, memoirs, food and travel television series, and outlook on life.

Says a TASTE AWARDS spokesperson, “Anthony Bourdain was more than a chef or television host; he was a storyteller who opened the world’s eyes to the beauty of culture through food. He was a visionary who redefined the way the people saw food, travel, and culture. Through his groundbreaking shows like No Reservations and Parts Unknown, Anthony brought viewers into the heart of distant lands, not just to taste the food but to understand the stories, struggles, and triumphs of the people who created it. His approach was unfiltered, honest, and deeply empathetic, offering a rare glimpse into the beauty of diversity while challenging stereotypes and prejudices. Bourdain’s unique blend of curiosity, wit, and fearlessness made him an icon, and his legacy continues to inspire people to seek connection through the shared experience of food and the exploration of the unknown.”

 

 

Benny Blanco’s OPEN WIDE: A Cookbook For Friends debuts on major Bestseller Lists

OPEN WIDE, the debut cookbook from artist, record producer, songwriter, and actor Benny Blanco, made its entry onto The New York Times Best Sellers list at #6 in Nonfiction: Advice, How-to and Miscellaneous. Published by Dey Street Books, the cookbook also reached #7 on USA TODAY’s Bestselling Booklist and #9 on the Los Angeles Times bestselling hardcover nonfiction list. OPEN WIDE became available for purchase upon its release.

Co-authored with recipe developer and bestselling cookbook author Jess Damuck, OPEN WIDE serves as Benny’s guide to food and entertaining, offering readers tips on cooking, impressing guests, and throwing unforgettable dinner parties.

While best known for his work in the music industry, Benny Blanco’s passion for food had become widely recognized in recent years. He hosts some of L.A.’s “most coveted” (The New York Times) dinner parties and collaborates with chef Matty Matheson on two cooking shows. Benny also shares viral cooking tutorials alongside well-known food personalities like Half Baked Harvest, Andy Hearnden, Uncle Roger, and Laurent Dagenais.

The cookbook offers something for everyone, from kitchen basics and expert advice from friends such as Eric Andre, Jess Damuck, Ben Sinclair, and Emile Haynie, to Benny’s own mind-blowing recipes designed to leave guests satisfied and entertained.

 

MORE ABOUT THE AUTHOR benny blanco is a record producer, songwriter, artist, actor, record executive, and cookbook author. benny has contributed to the sale of hundreds of millions of albums worldwide through his work with artists including Ed Sheeran, SZA, Justin Bieber, Rihanna, Katy Perry, The Weeknd, Maroon 5, Juice WRLD, Sia, and many more. As a solo artist, benny has released two albums—FRIENDS KEEP SECRETS and FRIENDS KEEP SECRETS 2—that have been streamed more than 11 billion times to date and have featured multiple multiplatinum hits. benny made his TV debut playing a fictionalized version of himself on the FXX series “Dave” with Lil Dicky, which has become the #1 comedy on FX and FXX. His longtime friendship with acclaimed chef Matty Matheson has spawned two massively viral online food series, “Matty & Benny Eat Out America” and “Stupid F*cking Cooking Show.” OPEN WIDE is his first book.