The Truth About Miami’s Michelin-Starred Chefs

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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Lima, Peru: The World’s 50 Best Restaurants Itinerary

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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Top 23 Miami Restaurants of 2023: Palette Awards

IMPORTANT: I know you want to scroll down quickly and see the results. And you can. But please read the following intro now or later to understand the “why” behind this list. What is it? What is it not? What went into the naming and placement of each honoree?  Prefer to listen to this article? […]

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First Look: Tambourine Room by Tristan Brandt

“Does Papi Steak have a Michelin Star?” asked a friend recently while we were at dinner. If that doesn’t encapsulate half of Miami’s overall knowledge of fine dining, I don’t know what does. No, Papi Steak does not have a Michelin Star, my dearest friend. For those lucky not to know what I am referring […]

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