Top 50 Wines of 2024

As you know from following this blog, wine plays a significant role in all our food experiences.  I am Lawrence, the husband of the force behind The Whet Palette. My part is to (1) not touch the food until Brenda has photographed it, (2) occasionally hold a flash, and (3) pick the vino! These are […]

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TOP 50 BITES: MIAMI 2024

Serious Miami Foodporn Ahead The tradition continues. Now entering its ninth edition, this annual list is solely based on MY dining experience. You may have seen these bites posted on the blog, X, Instagram, Facebook, or TikTok at some point this year. Some bites remain on my list year after year, and others have made a return appearance. […]

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EXCLUSIVE: 2024 MICHELIN Guide Ceremony for New York, Chicago, and Washington, D.C.

Who: The MICHELIN Guide What: Ceremony for New York, Chicago, and Washington, D.C. When: December 9th, 2024 Where: The Glasshouse, New York, N.Y. For the second consecutive year, The MICHELIN Guide brought culinary cachet to the Big Apple in an exclusive combined ceremony spanning three cities —New York, Chicago, and Washington, D.C. As a dedicated MICHELIN dining enthusiast, I packed my heaviest coats and […]

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Top 24 Miami Restaurants of 2024: Palette Awards

The list highlights diverse Miami restaurants celebrated with Palette Awards, reflecting their exceptional food, service, and ambiance. This year’s changes discussed notable spots from Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, and Orlando. The comprehensive criteria included consistency, creativity, and attention to detail, ensuring a memorable dining experience for patrons seeking high-quality cuisine.

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