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Jacob Bickelhaupt looking at a dish at his restaurant, Konro.

South Florida Restaurant Konro Loses Michelin Star After Scandal

By Nicole Lopez-Alvar

Jul 30, 2025

SoFlo restaurant Konro lost its Michelin Star after owner-chef Bickelhaupt was charged with attempted second-degree murder.

Michelin Star Miami Restaurant Itamae AO to Close in Midtown

By Nicole Lopez-Alvar

Jul 30, 2025

Just weeks after winning a James Beard Award, chef Nando Chang's newly Michelin-starred restaurant, Itamae AO, must close.

Award-Winning Italian Restaurant to Close in Coral Gables

By Nicole Lopez-Alvar

Jul 29, 2025

After nearly two years in Coral Gables, an acclaimed Italian restaurant by chef Niven Patel will close after a rough summer.

Caviar Bumps on a Party Bus: Miami Spicing With Chef Michael Schwartz

By Olee Fowler

Jul 18, 2025

No one does Miami Spice like chef Michael Schwartz, so he took us on a party bus with caviar bumps to give us a menu preview.

Miami Restaurateur Among World's Best Pizza Chefs 2025

By Clarissa Buch Zilberman

Jul 11, 2025

A Miami restaurateur has been ranked among the best pizza chefs in the world, earning global recognition for his tiny spot.

Tablé by Bachour Closes After Two Years in Miami Design District

By Olee Fowler

Jul 8, 2025

Tablé by Bachour, under the acclaimed chef Antonio Bachour, has quietly closed in the Miami Design District after two years.

Chef Valerie Chang to Leave Maty's in Midtown Miami

By Nicole Lopez-Alvar

Jun 26, 2025

Award-winning chef Valerie Chang's Peruvian restaurant Maty's will temporarily close as she embarks on the next chapter.

Chef Bottura's Restaurant Torno Subito Miami to Close Temporarily

By Olee Fowler

Jun 26, 2025

Torno Subito Miami will close temporarily, promising a fall return despite fine dining struggles within the Michelin scene.

Jacob Bickelhaupt: What to Know About Chef's Domestic Violence Charges

By Alex DeLuca

Jun 18, 2025

Bickelhaupt owns Konro, a Michelin-starred omakase restaurant in West Palm Beach.

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Miami Chef Wins James Beard Award: What to Know

By Clarissa Buch Zilberman

Jun 17, 2025

A Miami chef has won the Best Chef: South award at the 2025 James Beard Awards, one year after his sister won the same award.

Chef Jacob Bickelhaupt Faces New Charges After Domestic Violence Arrest

By Alex DeLuca

Jun 11, 2025

Bickelhaupt owns Konro, a Michelin-starred omakase restaurant in West Palm Beach.

Michelin-Starred Konro Restaurant Temporarily Closed After Chef's Arrest

By Alex DeLuca

Jun 11, 2025

West Palm's Michelin-starred spot Konro has closed after chef Bickelhaupt was accused of beating a woman for hours.

Nuna Pop-Up Brings Nikkei Flair to Brickell Avenue

By Michelle Muslera

Jun 6, 2025

Nuna pop-up at Four Seasons Brickell blends Peruvian roots with Japanese techniques, led by acclaimed chef Jaime Pesaque.

Miami Beach Gem Bey Bey Reopening With Mexican Twist This Fall

By Michelle Muslera

Jun 6, 2025

Sunset Harbour's hip hangout, Bey Bey, is officially making a comeback this fall with a new kitchen and Yucatán-Lebanese menu.

José Andrés Is Back! The Chef Opens Two Miami Restaurants

By Olee Fowler

Jun 5, 2025

Acclaimed chef José Andrés has opened Aguasal and Bar Centro at Andaz Miami Beach, with the Bazaar set to return very soon.

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Chef of Michelin-Starred Konro Restaurant Arrested for Domestic Violence — Again

By Alex DeLuca

Jun 3, 2025

Jacob Bickelhaupt has been arrested for domestic violence for a second time. Against a second wife.

Chefs Gastón Acurio and Diego Oka Bid Farewell to a Miami Icon

By Nicole Lopez-Alvar

May 31, 2025

La Mar in Brickell Key has closed after 11 years, but chefs Gastón Acurio and Diego Oka are looking forward to the future.

Acclaimed Chef Rapicavoli to Open Wynwood Steakhouse

By Clarissa Buch Zilberman

May 29, 2025

Famed Miami chef Giorgio Rapicavoli will open a steakhouse in Wynwood in 2026 that blends Italian dishes with Miami flair.

Miami Rallies Behind Boia De After Chef, Wine Director's Home Burns Down

By Alex DeLuca

May 29, 2025

Boia De's chef de cuisine and wine director lost their home, most of their belongings, and their cats in a house fire.

Chef Sean Brock Brings Southern Heat to South Beach

By Olee Fowler

May 26, 2025

Chef Sean Brock will bring his famed burger to Ray's in Miami Beach for a one-night-only pop-up on May 29 from 7 to 10 p.m.

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