Best Served Hot: February 22-28, 2026

I have a heavy heart and am reflecting on food as the means to deep connection, rather than food itself being the end goal. This week, I dropped off a meal to friends who got the very worst nightmare diagnosis a parent could get about their young child. I don’t have many words except to say your recipes and your food matter. And, showing up and sitting with people who are suffering matters.

If we haven’t yet met, I’m Rachel Cunliffe, food blog designer + statistician at cre8d design. Every Sunday, Best Served Hot provides exclusive trend analysis and clear-cut insights and industry news you need to know.

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