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It's a tough job, but someone has to do it. The hubs and I review our personal experiences from the last 16 (new to us) Miami restaurants we visited. This is OUR opinion on OUR experience dining at each. We chose and paid for every restaurant featured. Receipts? Got 'em! There's much to tell, so this will be a two-part episode.
PART 1
104 Amazonia
105 Elastika
106 Edan Bistro
107 Livello
108 Itamae AO
109 Sereia
110 Gran Central
111 Krus
Featured in this episode: An exciting Miami Lakes nikkei spot, two very different Coconut Grove restaurants, a North Miami restaurant where we sampled an entire menu, a fancy new hotspot in the Design District, a notable Midtown counter experience, a tiny Biscayne Blvd gem with much potential, and our drive north to Coral Springs for some significant comfort eats. Hungry yet?
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South Florida Chef Joe Anthony left his home in Delray Beach to pursue his culinary dreams in New York City. Over a decade later, he finally returned home to open Elastika, a modern American restaurant at the stunning Moore Building in the Design District.
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An alum of two Michelin-starred Restaurant Daniel, The Modern and Gabriel Kreuther, with a certification in functional nutrition, means the direction of this menu is anything but expected. Listen in to learn about his journey back home through pedigreed kitchens, his insight into Miami’s Elastika menu, and why he cannot commit to being a Florida Panthers fan.
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Born and raised in Lima, Peru, Chef Diego Oka decided to attend culinary school on a whim. A chance encounter in a supermarket with chef extraordinaire Gaston Acurio sparked the start of an incredible career.
As South Floridians, we are fortunate to have Chef Diego Oka as one of our top talents. His passion for Miami knows no bounds. With a decade of experience as the Executive Chef at the Mandarin Oriental’s La Mar restaurant, he is now embarking on a new passion project. In this latest podcast episode, we delve into Amano by Oka, revisit Diego’s culinary journey, and discover what is next for our beloved La Mar—even as the hotel makes way for new high-rise residences. Hint: this is not a final goodbye!
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Allow me to introduce Jhonatan Cano, a seasoned professional in the culinary world. AKA: @memoriesofagourmand
As the Director of Operations for Hive Hospitality (one Michelin-starred Bresca D.C., two Michelin-starred JONT D.C., MAASS Fort Lauderdale, and OMO Orlando), Jhonatan's leadership has set the bar high.
With a passport stamped from 39 countries, he has savored the finest cuisines and accumulated over one thousand Michelin stars, making him a true global connoisseur.
Jhonatan joins me in South Florida for an exclusive chat about it all.
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Miami-born, Argentine-Italian, two-time James Beard Award semifinalist, Forbes’ “30 Under 30 List," and first-ever Miami contestant to win Chopped...twice. No big deal. Giorgio Rapicavoli reflects on his culinary journey. From the early days of the wild startup pop-up days of Eating House, he has matured into the chef and owner of Eating House 2.0 and Luca Osteria in Coral Gables. We discuss his new project, Mayfair Grill, where he now leads the kitchen and the plans for its future. In this episode, we explore his passion for wine, Italy, and his newfound path to fitness. We also reminisce about what it's like growing up in the 305 and discover why he loves Miami. Raised in Dade? Ya bet. There’s even talk of freestyle and good ole Miami booty bass.
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Daniel Figueredo and his wife, Rosa Romero, founded Sanguich de Miami in 2015. But life wasn’t always mojo pork and croquetas. The road to launch and reach success took many colorful detours. A background in marketing, architecture, and design within the fashion industry shaped Daniel's business approach and steered his vision when he decided to take a chance on this sandwich concept with Rosa. Almost ten years later, this three-peat MICHELIN Guide Bib Gourmand restaurant has developed a winning meticulous formula that keeps us all craving Sanguich.
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Brenda Popritkin engages in a deep conversation with acclaimed Miami chef Pablo Zitzmann, known for his Coral Gables restaurants No Name Chinese and Zitz Sum.
Explore Chef Zitzmann's fascinating journey from his German-Mexican roots in Bogotá, Colombia, through his culinary adventures across Asia, to reaching his goals within the Miami food scene.
Discussing his vision, achievements, and the impact of COVID-19, Zitzmann opens up about his accolades, including the MICHELIN Guide's Bib Gourmand, a James Beard Foundation nomination, and his experience on 'Beat Bobby Flay.'
Don't miss this engaging and personal glimpse into the life of one of Miami's top chefs, plus get the EXCLUSIVE scoop on Zitzmann's upcoming projects.
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The 2010 South Florida culinary scene has significantly evolved since Cari Garcia began her food blog. Through the years, she successfully transitioned her brand's model from restaurant reviews to recipes and giveaways, and turned challenges into opportunities. Recently, an unexpected incident prompted her to leave her healthcare career behind and become a full-time content creator and social media manager.
Fat Girl Hedonist's Cari brings the heat with that East Hialeah sass I know too well. In this episode, she talks all things Miami food in a complicated time of influencers, pay-to-play dynamics, misleading social media content, and algorithms.
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Meet the fascinating Miami sommelier Allegra Angelo of Vinya Wine. From NYC's Jean-Georges to Michy's and La Mar, Allegra shares the journey that brought her to Miami and kept her here. Knowledgeable, passionate, and #teamMiami all the way. What's not to love?
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We are about to get very 305. If you know, you know. And if you don’t know, you are about to find out. I am talking, of course, about Miami’s very own VENTANITAS. We all have a personal story and relationship with them.
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Daniela Perez Miron is here to discuss her very special book Ventanitas: A Window into Miami’s Coffee Culture.
Miron was raised in Miami, Florida, and now lives in London. She graduated from the University of Miami with dual degrees in Art and Management and then studied Visual Communication at the Royal College of Art. She is passionate about creating work that tells intimate cultural stories, centers real people, and empowers others.
You can purchase the book HERE or visit omiami.org
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A much-respected veteran chef of the Miami culinary scene (Bice at the Victor Hotel, Pelican Cafe, Toscana Divino, and more recently at Le Zoo—to name a few) and mentor to many, Chef Julian Alexander Baker joins me to chat about South Florida's growth and significant changes during his 15 years in Miami.
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What has kept him in here?
What does he think are the city's strengths?
What does discipline in the kitchen mean to him?
Why doesn't he think South Florida is ready for the MICHELIN Guide yet?
What are some of his favorite Miami restaurants?
Does he love Los Felix as much as I do?
Where does he see himself in ten years?
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Welcome to the behind-the-scenes episode of the MICHELIN Guide Florida Ceremony: Miami, Orlando & Tampa.
If this is your first time tuning in, here's the scoop. I've been writing about the MICHELIN Guide's Florida potential and eventual guide since 2014—initially on the blog and now also on the podcast. In this episode, I'll be your guide through the latest ceremony. I'll pull back the curtain, revealing how things unfolded, and offer you a sneak peek of the actual event (since I always receive questions about it). I'll also share my personal take on the results and begin a first look ahead as to what 2025 could hold.
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In this episode, I analyze the MICHELIN Guide Florida and its upcoming April 18th awards ceremony in Tampa.
Is South Florida feeling jaded over the Guide?When will negotiations resume for the Florida contract?What do the one, two, and three-star ratings mean? Will any restaurant lose its star? If so, which one (s)?Will the MICHELIN Guide rank up any restaurant? If so, which one (s)?Will Miami see any three-starred restaurant (s) this year?Who are the new restaurant additions to the guide?Is 2024 a shakeup year for the MICHELIN Guide?What are some essential guidelines to know about MICHELIN?Can't get enough MICHELIN Guide coverage? Episodes 3, 13, 26, and 29 of this podcast will give you additional Guide information and offer more detailed, deep, geeky dives on this topic. I also recently interviewed Visit Florida's Dana Young on the Michelin Guide Florida's current impact and future. That's episode 41.
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Listen in as we candidly review the last 15 Miami restaurants we visited. PART 2 of this supersized episode tackles an unlucky celebrity chef's arrival, a couple of Miami historical locations renovated by flashy restaurant groups, another Argentinian concept that didn't deliver on steak, a classy omakase experience with a starry future, a tiny but mighty local fine dining concept, and an elegant supper club where privacy trumps all. Ready to learn more?
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97 Palma
98 Casadonna
99 Lucky Cat by Gordon Ramsay
100 Shingo
101 Ossobucco
102 Chateau ZZ's
103 Delilah
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Listen in as we candidly review the last 15 Miami restaurants we visited. PART 1 of this supersized episode tackles a Florida homegrown concept and a borrowed NYC one. Three restaurants center their food around a wood fire grill, with only one, a Broward newcomer, emerging victorious and ambitious enough to quickly become the area's best restaurant. Lastly, a couple of established 305 chefs debut new concepts while, sadly, the reimagined return of an old one greatly disappoints. Ready? Let's do this. Dale!
EntreNos RAO’s MiamiLOG Fire SignatureErbaMAASS Fort LauderdaleCasa VigilOise Ristorante by Brad KilgoreNew Schnitzel House
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President and CEO Dana Young updates us on the MICHELIN Guide's current Florida impact since the initial announcement in 2021 and two guides later (with a third on the horizon April 18th).
Why is this partnership an ideal fit for the Sunshine State?Are diners choosing us and staying longer in Florida because of our food? Was the initial plan for three guides/years? Is this partnership something she forecasts will continue in Florida long term? Can we expect Broward and Palm Beach County or others in '24 or '25 as the guide expands its Florida coverage? What is and isn’t covered in Visit Florida’s investment with the guide? Do restaurants pay to be featured? Has she tried any of the starred restaurants yet? Have any surprised her? Any favorites?Plus, after the interview concludes, I take a closer look at some of the most popular and controversial MICHELIN myths and facts.
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Dominican pastry Chef Mari Angeles Rubio of Casa Gioia brings joy to Miami with her delicious desserts: all the custom cakes, but never ever cupcakes (ni tampoco cake pops, sorry). Listen in as she passionately shares her story. We chat about:
Her time in ItalyThe success of pecan pie errorsATM 101 lessonsHer favorite South Florida dessertsBuilding a business without experienceHow noes turned into yeses against her will, but to her benefit.Want more Miami food content? Visit me on my other platforms:
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The PALETTE AWARDS are for the TOP 23 MIAMI RESTAURANTS I feel offer the most well-rounded and top experiences. I reserved, ordered, photographed, ate, and paid at these restaurants. No one asked nor paid me to do so. Supporting our local restaurants brings me joy, and I am passionate about Miami’s food scene. Did your favorite make my list?
Use this as a reference when making your next reservation, and as a springboard to keep the conversation about Miami restaurants going.
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Our dishing and dining means you get the real unfiltered scoop as we experience it. The hubs, Lawrence, returns once again and joins me to review every visit and offer his perspective. We have spent the last several months returning to many Miami favorite restaurants. In this episode, we will highlight which ones continued to impress, and also discuss the few who greatly disappointed.
DRINKING GAME: Take a shot every time we say TIKI TIKI or SHIT SHOW. You have been warned!76. Uchi
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77. Los Felix
78. Mila Restaurant
79. Byblos
80. Skipped # Oops
81. La Mar
82. QP Tapas 2.0
83. Marky's Caviar Lounge
84. Hiden
85. Chica
86. The Den
87. Bouchon
88. Rakki Sushi
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Natural wine enthusiast Karina Iglesias talks all things vino and Miami in this special addition to my SOMM LIKE IT HOT series.
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