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Last week, North America’s 50 Best Restaurants 2025 was unveiled in Las Vegas, highlighting the culinary scene’s brilliance. Atomix NYC claimed the top spot, while other awards celebrated diverse talent across the continent. The event featured a glamorous ceremony complete with a red carpet, honoring both U.S. and Canadian dining excellence.
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Las Vegas will host North America’s first 50 Best Restaurants awards on September 25, 2025. The event showcases diverse culinary talents across the U.S., Canada, and Caribbean, evaluated by a panel of 300 anonymous experts. With fierce competition, Miami hopes to secure a ranking amidst established culinary powerhouses.
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In June 2025, I journeyed from Chicago to Northern Italy, celebrating food culture. Starting with the James Beard Awards, enjoying three Michelin-starred dining, and culminating at the World’s 50 Best Ceremony. The experience deeply transformed me. Witnessing culinary excellence further enriched my travels and understanding of gastronomy.
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Hidden away in the quiet neighborhood of Runate, Lombardy, Dal Pescatore has long held a reputation as one of Italy’s most extraordinary dining destinations. Three Michelin stars consecutively since 1996? Quite the institution! The kind of place that gourmands rave about and admire. It is a beautiful family story set against the charming countryside, where generations of the Santini family have turned a humble riverside tavern into a temple of hospitality and grace.
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For 20 years, “P”, a Sicilian-born, Bronx-raised former MICHELIN Guide inspector lived a secret life, dining in the world’s top restaurants and deciding who earned (and lost) the Guide’s coveted stars. In this rare interview, she reveals insider stories, surprising truths, and answers your burning questions about the most mysterious job in food.
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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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Miami-born, Argentine-Italian, two-time James Beard Award semifinalist, Forbes’ “30 Under 30 List,” and first-ever Miami contestant to win Chopped…twice. No big deal. Giorgio Rapicavoli reflects on his culinary journey. From the early days of the wild startup pop-up days of Eating House, he has matured into the chef and owner of Eating House 2.0 and Luca Osteria in Coral Gables. […]
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Do you know how many MICHELIN-Starred chefs we have in Miami? The answer might surprise you. The correct total is ZERO. Florida (and the world) has no MICHELIN-Starred chefs because the title does not exist. You’ve read otherwise in restaurant news outlets and social media posts, but it’s factually incorrect. Why? In 2016, the MICHELIN Guide posted […]
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Las Vegas will be the center of attention this week as The World’s 50 Best Restaurants 2024 rankings, sponsored by S.Pellegrino & Acqua Panna, will be revealed.
Last year, I followed my “will travel for food” mantra and went to Peru with a couple of friends to experience all five restaurants on the list: #1 Central, #28 Kjolle, #6 Maido, #47 Mayta, and #59 Mérito.
If you’ve been considering this trip or are interested in the journey, this story is for you. Here are the details of our itinerary.
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Third time’s the charm? Absolutely! Florida’s third MICHELIN Guide Ceremony needs its very own star—chic, exclusive, and grand. Orlando and Miami took turns hosting the last few years, but Thursday’s event confirmed Tampa would not be left behind. They came to play, and dare I say it, they won.
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