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Chef Juan Camilo Liscano’s road to Palma was anything but direct. Born in Miami to Colombian parents, Liscano spent much of his life moving before professional kitchens carried him through Los Angeles, Mexico City, New York, Miami, London, and Paris. Each stop shaped the discipline, restraint, and ingredient-driven cooking that would eventually come together at […]
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There is something different about celebrating an achievement together, in person, surrounded by the people who understand exactly what it took to get there. On Monday, August 3, Discover The Palm Beaches gathered the chefs and teams behind Palm Beach County’s 10 MICHELIN-recognized restaurants at Hilton West Palm Beach for the 2026 MICHELIN Guide Restaurant […]
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For more than thirteen years, The Whet Palette has taken readers and listeners inside South Florida’s dining scene through restaurant stories, chef interviews, industry coverage, and more meals than I could ever begin to count. Now, you can join me at the table. My Airbnb Experiences turn two of Miami’s acclaimed Michelin-starred restaurants into something […]
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The World’s 50 Best Restaurants is heading to South America for the first time, with Lima, Peru, announced as the host city for its 2026 awards ceremony on November 4. Presented in partnership with the Commission for the Promotion of Peru for Exports and Tourism, known as PromPerú, the event will bring chefs, restaurateurs, journalists […]
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In this episode of The Whet Palette Podcast, I sit down with Alvaro Perez Miranda to discuss the journey that brought him from Venezuela to Japan and ultimately to South Florida. We discuss: LISTEN HERE on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible, or wherever you get your podcasts. WATCH on Youtube Whether you’re passionate about hospitality, Japanese culture, restaurant design, or […]
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Ahead of the official North America’s 50 Best Restaurants 2026 awards ceremony in New Orleans, select media were invited into one of the week’s most intimate industry events: Meet the Chefs. Hosted at The Ritz-Carlton New Orleans, the morning gathering brought together some of the most influential culinary voices for a rapid-fire roundtable format that somehow […]
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Chef Curtis Duffy has spent decades pursuing excellence at the highest levels of American fine dining. In this episode of The Whet Palette Podcast, the acclaimed chef behind two-Michelin-starred Ever discusses the lessons learned from Charlie Trotter, Trio, Alinea, Grace, and the ongoing evolution of one of Chicago’s most celebrated restaurants. We explore the culture of modern kitchens, the pursuit […]
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The 2026 MICHELIN Guide Florida results have arrived, and as expected, the reactions were immediate. In this episode, I break down the winners, the surprises, and the predictions that came true. From Emelina and Mutra earning their first stars to notable Bib Gourmand additions and some glaring omissions, we’ll dive deep into what the results mean for Florida’s evolving dining scene. […]
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After covering the inaugural North America’s 50 Best Restaurants ceremony in Las Vegas last year, I arrived in New Orleans this week knowing the awards themselves are only part of the story. One thing that became increasingly clear throughout the week is that this gathering is about far more than a numbered list. The conversations […]
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The results are officially in. The 2026 Florida selection of the MICHELIN Guide has arrived, marking the state’s first fully digital reveal and the Guide’s first statewide Florida expansion. This year, the industry and food enthusiasts tuned in online instead. Streaming live through the Guide’s official YouTube channel and once again hosted by Java Ingram, […]
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