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S5 E78 The Making of Palma: Chef Juan Camilo Liscano’s Unscripted Journey

Chef Juan Camilo Liscano’s road to Palma was anything but direct. Born in Miami to Colombian parents, Liscano spent much of his life moving before professional kitchens carried him through Los Angeles, Mexico City, New York, Miami, London, and Paris. Each stop shaped the discipline, restraint, and ingredient-driven cooking that would eventually come together at […]

More Than a Reservation: Dine With The Whet Palette Through Airbnb Experiences

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 […]

S5 E77 From Artist to Restaurateur: A Conversation with Alvaro Perez Miranda

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 […]

FROM TERROIR TO TABLE: A TRUFFLE DINNER EXPERIENCE

This is not just another dinner. It is a deep dive into the world of truffles from terroir to table, inspired by my recent time in Alba, Piedmont, where truffle culture is treated with the same reverence as fine wine. Expect storytelling, education, indulgence, and the kind of shared table energy that turns strangers into […]

by Brenda Popritkin

S5 E73 MICHELIN Guide Florida: Perspective & Predictions

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 […]

by Brenda Popritkin

Two Nights, Two MICHELIN-Starred Restaurants: Airbnb x The Whet Palette

These are not reservations.These are experiences. In partnership with Airbnb, I’m hosting two intimate dinners this April inside two of South Florida’s MICHELIN-starred restaurants. Dinner with a Food Writer: I’ll be there throughout the evening to share as much perspective as you want on our city, the restaurants, and their place within the MICHELIN Guide. […]

by Brenda Popritkin

MICHELIN Guide Florida 2026 Will Be Revealed Digitally on April 14th: No Ceremony, Statewide Expansion Confirmed

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 […]

Wayan’s Wynwood Residency

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 […]

S4 E70 Cajitas, Community & Cuban Coffee: The Vicky Bakery Story with Amy Cao

Miami y Hialeah, this one is for you. I’m joined by someone who feels like an extension of every 305 childhood: Amy Cao of Vicky Bakery. She embodies everything that makes this brand so beloved: warmth, family, community, and that unmistakable sense of Cuban hospitality that hits you the second you walk through the door. We chat about: If […]

Evelyn’s × Los Félix: A Night of Spirit and Storytelling at the Four Seasons Fort Lauderdale

Evelyn’s Fort Lauderdale hosted a remarkable dinner celebrating Día de los Muertos, designed by Espolón Tequila. Chefs Brandon Salomon and Sebastián Vargas crafted a vibrant menu with meticulously paired drinks. The evening highlighted collaboration and culture, culminating in a nostalgic dessert, showcasing the event’s impeccable hospitality and celebratory essence.