Swiss Daniel Humm is behind two of Manhattan's most respected restaurants: the Michelin three-star rated Eleven Madison Park and the restaurant at the NoMad luxury boutique hotel. See elevenmadisonpark.com; thenomadhotel.com.

WHERE'S THE BEST TABLE IN NEW YORK?

One restaurant I keep going back to is Atera; I just love what Matt Lightner is creating. Atera is a place where you can relax, immerse yourself in the experience and put yourself in the hands of the chef. The menu changes all the time but it always feels special and like a journey. There was a beet ember served with trout roe that Matt used to serve, I don't know if it's still on the menu but it was truly delicious. See ateranyc.com.

THE LOCAL FOOD FIND OF THE PAST YEAR?

I get these amazing snap peas from Windfall Farms. They're just perfect; sweet, crisp and a great example of a pristine local ingredient that needs little added to make it sing. See windfallfarm.blogspot.com.au.

WHAT'S NEW YORK'S BEST KEPT FOOD SECRET?

It's not a secret necessarily, but I love to stroll through the Union Square farmers' market during the week. I go in the early hours when it first opens, pick up some fresh fruit and walk up to Madison Square Park to relax on a park bench. See grownyc.org.

FAVOURITE INDULGENCE IN NEW YORK?

Shake Shack is an indulgence that is constantly in view given its proximity to the restaurant. I've been fortunate to be able to enjoy a Shake Burger for many years, but it's probably a good thing the line is always pretty long as it keeps me from indulging more often. See shakeshack.com.

WHAT'S HOT IN THE AREA RIGHT NOW?

The new Russ and Daughters Cafe is super hot. The smoked whitefish and baked salmon salad is amazing and their black bread, a delicious pumpernickel with a great crust, is my favourite. David Waltuck's new restaurant, élan, is also on my radar to try. See russanddaughterscafe.com; elannyc.com.