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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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.

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BREAKING: Tambourine Room Welcomes New Chef After Michelin Star Win — A Familiar Miami Talent Steps In

The Miami culinary scene is evolving with Chef Logan McNeil taking over as Chef de Cuisine at the Tambourine Room, following Chef Timo Steubing’s departure. McNeil’s experience at Stubborn Seed positions him to infuse new flavors and artistry, ensuring the restaurant’s continued excellence and Michelin recognition in the South Florida fine dining landscape.

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