Renowned French chef Alain Ducasse once said, “Even the simplest food, when presented well, becomes a feast.” A little olive oil or crème fraîche drizzled over a bowl of soup brings it to life. A ...

The art of arranging food, known as plating, has entered a freewheeling new phase. Here are the latest fashions, fads and follies. At Gabriel Kreuther in Manhattan, a sweet-potato dessert sits on a ...