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Every year, after the last award is handed out at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, the real party begins. The 2026 Oscars Governors Ball — the official Academy Awards after-party — is the most glamorous dinner in the world, and this year it did not disappoint. Here's everything you need to know about what the stars ate on the night of March 15, 2026.

René Redzepi resigned as Noma's head chef on March 11, 2026 — the opening day of the restaurant's LA pop-up — following a New York Times investigation detailing abuse allegations from 35 former employees. The report described physical and psychological mistreatment of staff. Sponsors pulled out, protests erupted outside the venue. Redzepi's departure isn't a surprise: Noma's toxic kitchen culture was never truly hidden. Is stepping down accountability or is it damage control?

When Trump promised "no tax on tips" during his 2024 campaign, US restaurant workers cheered. A version of it became law in 2025 — but the fine print disappointed many. It got us thinking: how do things work for those of us in Europe? The answer depends entirely on where you work. Germany? Tips are tax-free. Italy? A flat 5% rate. The UK? Fully taxed, but at least you're guaranteed to receive them now. The rules vary wildly — and they matter.