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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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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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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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Miami knows Chef Katherine Mederos through the lens of Kojin. The pastry chef. The co-founder. The calm-ish presence behind the pass while Chef Pedro Mederos commands the room. The woman helping shape one of Miami’s most exciting and deeply personal dining experiences. But in this newest episode, listeners finally get a much deeper look at […]
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The MICHELIN Guide just added yet another twist to Florida’s 2026 selection reveal. After months of speculation surrounding this year’s format, the Guide has officially confirmed that the Florida selections will now be unveiled through a virtual livestream experience airing May 28th at 2 p.m. EST on the MICHELIN Guide YouTube channel. A traditional press […]
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The MICHELIN Guide Florida returns on May 28 and if you’ve been following along, you already know this isn’t just another announcement. The guide has expanded statewide. The ceremony is gone. And the questions surrounding consistency, standards, and direction feel louder than ever. In my previous coverage, I broke down how 2025 revealed a more […]
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From Cancer Survivor to Pitmaster: The Story Behind Apocalypse Barbecue Miami may be known for cafecito and croquetas, but in this episode we’re talking about another side of the city’s food story: barbecue. In this episode, I sit down with Jeff Budnechky, the brawn behind Apocalypse BBQ, to discuss: This episode is about much more than smoked meat. If love […]
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A Celebration of Florida’s Culinary Lineage An intimate, one-night-only dinner, celebrating the depth of Florida’s culinary roots and the vision shaping its future. To see a chef redefining Florida dining today, cooking alongside the pioneer who helped establish its culinary identity, is exceptionally rare. This exclusive one-of-a-kind evening brings together Chef Norman Van Aken, multiple-time James […]
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UPDATE (March 18th) According to the MICHELIN Guide, “the announcement, originally scheduled for April 14, will now be issued on Thursday, May 28 (still) via official press release and on the MICHELIN Guide channels. As previously shared, this year marks the first time the Florida selection will expand to cover the entire state. On this date, chefs will […]
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Attending a small industry preview dinner by Cross Cultures made one thing immediately clear: it’s not just another opening, and it’s not trying to be. This restaurant stands out by offering something genuinely different for the neighborhood and for Miami as a whole. Wayan, from chef Cédric Vongerichten and partner Ochi Vongerichten, is now open in Wynwood for […]
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