The Whet Palette Productions Itineraries

Gourmand Getaway: The Santini Family’s Three Michelin-Starred Legacy at Dal Pescatore

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.

Gourmand Getaway: A Food Lover’s Detour to Miramonti l’Altro

Miramonti l’Altro, a two-Michelin-star restaurant in Concesio, Italy, offers a culinary journey with chef Philippe Léveillé at the forefront. Renowned for innovative dishes like “I wanted to be a tomato!” and classic risotto, it’s an unforgettable experience celebrating tradition and modernity. A must-visit destination for food enthusiasts.

S4 E58 Florida Chef Spotlight: Ryan Ratino of MAASS, Bresca, Jônt and Ômo by Jônt

Chef Ryan Ratino began his culinary journey in Florida while attending Orlando’s Le Cordon Bleu in 2009.

Life has come full circle. Not only does he own D.C.’s One Michelin-starred Bresca and Two Michelin-starred JÔN, but he is now back in Florida. MAASS (Fort Lauderdale) and Ômo by Jônt (Orlando) join the Hive Hospitality portfolio.

We discuss it all in this episode.

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 […]

by Brenda Popritkin

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.

2023 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: November 7th, 2023 Where: Spring Studios, New York, N.Y. On a cool and crisp Tuesday night, the MICHELIN Guide brought the heat to the Big Apple. For the first time, the awards ceremony combined three cities —New York, Chicago, and Washington, […]