Intro To The Michelin Guide, Cuban Food, and Growing Miami Food Scene with Brenda Popritkin

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Brenda Popritkin is the writer, blogger, and podcaster behind The Whet Palette, where she showcases Michelin starred restaurants in the Miami area. Through the years, Brenda’s focus on the Miami area showed a booming food scene which she was eager to discuss during our interview. 

If you are unfamiliar with the details around the Michelin Guide, this is the episode for you. We discuss Michelin starred restaurants, the origins of the Michelin guide, and what to expect for diners visiting a one, two, or three starred restaurants. 

With Brenda eating her way through Miami for years, I needed to know her recommendations. From fancy restaurants to casual eateries, Brenda talks about her favorite meals that should be on every food lover’s hit list. 

In today’s episode you will learn:

  • Tips for Parents on how to prioritize their relationship.
  • Which restaurant changed Brenda’s point of view of fine dining.
  • What sparked Brenda’s passion for food.
  • Which magazines she collaborated with.
  • What to expect when dining at a Michelin starred restaurant.
  • What the Michelin Guide is and how it works.
  • Tips for those who are new to fine dining.
  • What the hottest restaurants are in Miami.
  • What is Cuban food and why you should try it.

Brenda’s Recommended Spots in Miami

Chug’s Diner
3444 Main Hwy Suite 21, Miami, FL 33133

Puerto Sagua
700 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139

Versailles
3555 SW 8th St, Miami, FL 33135

Enriqueta’s
186 NE 29th St, Miami, FL 33137

Phuc Yea
7100 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33138

Molina’s
4090 E 8th Ave, Hialeah, FL 33013

Morro Castle
1201 W 44th Pl, Hialeah, FL 33012

Stubborn Seed
101 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139

The Surf Club
9011 Collins Ave, Surfside, FL 33154

Zitz Sum
396 Alhambra Cir Suite 155, Coral Gables, FL 33134

La Fresa Francesa
59 W 3rd St, Hialeah, FL 33010

Fiola Miami
1500 San Ignacio Ave, Coral Gables, FL 33146

Michelin Starred Restaurants

Ariete
3540 Main Hwy, Miami, FL 33133

Boia De
5205 NE 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33137

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