Chef Ryan Ratino attended Orlando’s Le Cordon Bleu in 2009. He launched his culinary career as a Junior Sous Chef at Shula’s Steak House (Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin resort) and spent three years working under Todd English at Bluezoo. Life has come full circle. Although he owns D.C.'s One Michelin-starred Bresca and Two Michelin-starred JÔNT. Ratino is finally…

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19.02.2025

The Whet Palette Florida’s Culinary Scene Shines with 2025 MICHELIN Guide Expansion

In a short press release this morning, the MICHELIN Guide announced it will finally begin an expansion this year by including restaurants in Greater Fort Lauderdale (say hellooooo MAASS), The Palm Beaches (perhaps KONRO?), and St. Pete-Clearwater. The more significant, unexpected, and thrilling news is that beginning in 2026, the Guide will become statewide. That's…

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17.03.2025

MICHELIN-Starred EntreNos: Florida-Sourced Flavors from Chefs Osmel Gonzalez and Evan Burgess

This Miami pop-up, EntreNos, quickly captured the hearts of Miami food enthusiasts with its unwavering commitment to sourcing all things Florida. Chefs Osmel Gonzalez and Evan Burgess stopped in to share their journey.

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07.04.2025

MICHELIN Guide Florida 2025: Perspective and Predictions

Miami's culinary world holds its breath as our restaurant scene awaits the verdict from the prestigious and often controversial MICHELIN Guide. Drawing on my experience after accumulating 317 Michelin stars from dining at restaurants worldwide, I take a deep dive into the upcoming April 17th ceremony and offer more than just predictions.

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S4 E58 Florida Chef Spotlight: Ryan Ratino of MAASS, Bresca, Jônt and Ômo by Jônt

The Whet Palette Florida’s Culinary Scene Shines with 2025 MICHELIN Guide Expansion

MICHELIN-Starred EntreNos: Florida-Sourced Flavors from Chefs Osmel Gonzalez and Evan Burgess

MICHELIN Guide Florida 2025: Perspective and Predictions

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