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The Happiest Place on Earth: Napa Valley

Contrary to popular belief, the happiest place on earth is NOT Disney World. Not even close. The happiest place on earth is Napa Valley. What’s not to love? The sum of perfect weather, food, and wine equals pure joy. Neatly nestled within acres of distinct wineries, Napa Valley is also home to some of the best restaurants nationwide. If you love to eat and drink to your heart’s desire, this is the perfect place to visit year round. A very HAPPY one at that.

Unlock Shikany

Have you heard the news? Shikany opens to the public this Saturday, April 26th. A graduate of the French Culinary Institute in New York, (and formerly of Ortanique, Sushi Samba, and La Cofradia), Chef Shikany is about to take Wynwood by storm. I have been closely following the restaurant’s journey for a while now. I still remember seeing […]

South Florida Strip Mall Jewels: Part 2

I started The Whet Palette exactly one year ago today. My first post on this blog highlighted ten wonderful restaurants with locations hidden inside your every day strip mall: restaurants that are anything but typical. It’s only fitting that I celebrate this special anniversary with a sequel post to the original. I present to you, […]

My Top Restaurant Choices – 2013

“What is your favorite restaurant?” Why is that such a hard question for me to answer? It’s the one question I receive time and time again, and it is almost impossible for me to answer on the spot. There are many variables I always consider before answering. I suppose I could compose several basic lists […]

Miami Spice Memories

Miami Spice came and went way too fast! Same story, different year. Tuyo, Caffe Vialetto, DB Bistro, and Escopazzo were the last targets on my long, must-try list. Located on the 8th floor of the Miami Culinary Institute, Tuyo never ceases to impress me. When dining there, you must arrive before sundown and take in the spectacular […]

Tales of Tuscany, a pelican and……some bourbon?

Three nights, three very different adventures. There’s no other way around it: Miami Spice is the way to go during August and September in South Florida. Thinking of trying out a new restaurant? Go now. Want to return to an old favorite and save a bit on tried and true dishes? Go now. Moral of […]

Whet & Wild: Miami Spice is heating up…

More dining, more spice. It just keeps getting better! This past weekend I dined using the Miami Spice menu at Gotham Steak and Macchialina. These two restaurants are completely different from one another. I don’t know how the other restaurants participating in Miami Spice can top these. I know it’s not a contest but I just […]

Ready, set, GO!

The Whet Palette premiered it’s first post on January 13th. That same night, I attended Pomegranates and Roses: A taste of Persia! What a perfect way to kick off the new year! The event was held by the Saffron Supper Club at the Miami Beach Botanical Garden. Cooking for us would be Maude Eaton, Sara […]

South Florida Strip Mall Jewels- Part 1

January 13th, 2013 Strip malls are a necessary evil and a part of our daily lives. You know the type; uncomfortable parking lots, quick in-and-out stops, post offices, grocery stores, laundromats, massage parlors, and fine dining. Wait. What? Fine dining? In a strip mall? Yes! In a strip mall. Right next to the dollar store. […]