Kaya and Smokemade Meats to Host Two More Collaborations

Kaya and Smokemade Meats
Kaya and Smokemade Meats

Kaya’s Executive Pastry Chef Clarice Lam and Smokemade Meats’ Tyler Brunache will once again be collaborating on more fan favorite barbecue-inspired pastries created by Lam and featuring smoked meats from Brunache.

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James Beard Awards Announces 2025 Semifinalists Including Six From Central Florida

James Beard Awards

The 2025 James Beard Awards semifinalists were announced Wednesday and six Central Florida chefs/restaurateurs and restaurants received nominations in four categories.

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2024 MICHELIN Guide Florida Awards Recognize 4 New MICHELIN Starred Orlando Restaurants + More

MICHELIN Starred Orlando Restaurants - Camille, Natsu, Papa Llama, Victoria & Albert’s
Camille, Natsu, Papa Llama, Victoria & Albert’s

Last night (April 18), the 2024 MICHELIN Guide Florida Awards were given out at a ceremony at the Tampa EDITION hotel, and four Orlando restaurants received new One-Star recognition, three retained their Stars, and another received the Green Star rating. Plus several individuals received recognition during the ceremony.

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Three Central Florida Restaurants Receive 2024 James Beard Nominations

James Beard Nominations

The James Beard Foundation awards, sometimes known as the “Oscars of food,” are among the nation’s most prestigious culinary honors. It recognizes eateries and chefs who create exceptional food, food media content and better food systems.

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