The Whet Palette Productions: Miami Food Blog & Podcast

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.

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.

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.

You can also visit the BLOG for an extensive look at my full Michelin Guide coverage over the last 11 years.

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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?

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 Miami
• LOG Fire Signature
• Erba
• MAASS Fort Lauderdale
• Casa Vigil
• Oise Ristorante by Brad Kilgore
• New 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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