Nancy DePalma

2 days ago | guide.michelin.com | Nancy DePalma

Somni may be Catalan for dream, but Chef Aitor Zabala and his dedicated team are not waking from a dream; they're realizing one. The West Hollywood restaurant, only seven months old, was awarded Three MICHELIN Stars, the highest distinction in the culinary world, at The MICHELIN Guide California ceremony in Sacramento on June 25th. Somni joins an exclusive club; there are only seven other restaurants with Three Stars in California.

4 days ago | guide.michelin.com | Nancy DePalma

Our MICHELIN Guide Inspectors are highly trained epicurean experts, dining anonymous among the crowds to find the best meals around the globe. Florida is one of the most dynamic states in the United States, and it has a plethora of unforgettable dining experiences. The MICHELIN Guide Florida spans some of the most delicious regions in the state, including Greater Miami, Orlando, Tampa, Greater Fort Lauderdale, The Palm Beaches, and St. Pete-Clearwater.

1 month ago | guide.michelin.com | Nancy DePalma

The MICHELIN Guide Inspectors are an intrepid bunch. They spend most days and nights dining out in cities around the world, so when it comes to spotting trends, they’re usually the first on the scene. With Florida’s MICHELIN Guide Ceremony celebration in April, we checked in with our Inspectors to learn what trends they spotted in the Sunshine State. Their answers may surprise you (Hint: it’s all about size). Read more to see what they noticed the most this year.

2 months ago | guide.michelin.com | Nancy DePalma

Orlando has always been synonymous with family fun, and yes, the Mouse, but while you were sleeping, the food scene has been heating up. It's now considered one of the country's top foodie cities, and breakout star William Shen is certainly one of the reasons why. He's the chef/owner of UniGirl, just awarded a Bib Gourmand at the Florida MICHELIN Guide Ceremony on April 17th, as well as Sorekara, which was awarded Two MICHELIN Stars.

2 months ago | guide.michelin.com | Nancy DePalma

Ask anyone where to go in Orlando and undoubtedly Otto's High Dive, a MICHELIN Bib Gourmand,  will lead that list. From locals to award-winning chefs, it's a perennial favorite, and the man behind the magic is Justin Levaughn. Levaughn, who won the MICHELIN Guide Award for Exceptional Cocktails at the 2024 Florida MICHELIN Guide Ceremony, worked his way up from dishwasher and busser to his current role at Otto's High Dive where he oversees one of the buzziest spots in town.