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The special experience that results when delicious food and thoughtful service come together, designed by a team who cares about great product and making people happy.
\nLocals and visitors alike embrace and crave this unique approach to dining out \u2014 some may consider Michael\u2019s Genuine Food & Drink a second home, a place where
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The special experience that results when delicious food and thoughtful service come together, designed by a team who cares about great product and making people happy. Locals and visitors alike embrace and crave this unique approach to dining out \u2014 some may consider Michael\u2019s Genuine Food & Drink a second home, a place where they\u2019re comfortable, that they want to share with friends.<\/p>\n
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\nLocals and visitors alike embrace and crave this unique approach to dining out \u2014 some may consider Michael\u2019s Genuine Food & Drink a second home, a place where
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The Genuine Hospitality Group is James Beard Award Winning Chef, and cookbook author, Michael Schwartz\u2019s collection of award winning restaurants. Since his flagship, Michael\u2019s Genuine\u00ae Food & Drink, first opened in Miami\u2019s Design District in 2007, Schwartz and his team have added both fine dining and casual restaurants and currently own and operate four restaurants. Schwartz is the face of the South Florida restaurant industry and a nationally recognized celebrity chef.<\/p>\n
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Born and raised in Miami, Executive Chef Randy Zuniga brings over a decade of dedication and culinary experience to Michael\u2019s Genuine. A longtime member of the Genuine Hospitality Group, Randy has held vital roles during his tenure, including Chef de Cuisine and Special Ops Chef, consistently demonstrating his leadership and creative vision.<\/p>\n
Randy\u2019s journey into the kitchen began with a friendly dare among friends to see who could endure the challenges of the culinary world the longest\u2014a spark that quickly ignited a lasting passion. Over the years, he has honed his craft under the guidance of celebrated chefs including Michael Schwartz, Michael Beltran, and Niven Patel.<\/p>\n
Known for his commitment to balance, flavor, and growth, Randy continues to evolve as a chef, driven by a desire to craft thoughtful, harmonious dishes and become the best version of himself\u2014both in and out of the kitchen.<\/p>\n
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With more than 25 years of diverse culinary experience, Executive Sous Chef Renata Ferraro brings passion, precision, and diversity to the kitchen at Michael\u2019s Genuine. Her expertise spans Japanese and Italian cuisines, steakhouses, pizza, bakeries, and patisserie\u2014reflecting a career shaped by curiosity and creativity.<\/p>\n
A true culinary entrepreneur, Renata founded and operated the acclaimed bakery in Key Biscayne, Flour and Weirdoughs, earning recognition from the Food Network for her exceptional talent as both a chef and baker. She has opened restaurants across the U.S. and abroad, contributing to push the boundaries of flavor and creativity,\u00a0 driven by the joy of bringing people together through food.<\/p>\n
For Renata, cooking is more than a profession\u2014it\u2019s a way to connect cultures and create memorable experiences. \u201cWhat drives me as a chef is the opportunity to craft amazing moments for our guests while understanding the diverse cuisines and cultures this world has to offer.\u201d<\/p>\n
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Pastry Chef Marlena Bella brings heart, family, and global inspiration to the dessert and pastry program at Michael\u2019s Genuine. Marlena fell in love with baking as early as her childhood, where she was inspired by her mother and grandmother\u2019s recipes and loved bringing people together through food.\u00a0<\/p>\n
A graduate of Johnson & Wales University with a degree in Baking & Pastry and Food Service Management, Marlena has worked in the food industry since high school. Her experience spans from restaurants, corporate kitchens, and artisan bakeries, where she has mastered everything from artisan breads to plant-based and gluten-free pastries.<\/p>\n
Inspired by her travels and a deep love and dedication for the craft, Marlena\u2019s approach is thoughtful, inventive, and rooted in flavor. \u201cJoining the team at Michael\u2019s Genuine has truly reignited my love for baking,\u201d she says. \u201cIt feels like coming home.\u201d<\/p>\n
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[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Oswald|300|||||||” text_text_color=”#404040″ text_font_size=”18px” text_letter_spacing=”0.5px” text_line_height=”28px” custom_margin_tablet=”||0px||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|tablet” text_font_size_tablet=”16px” text_font_size_phone=”16px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_orientation_tablet=”center” text_orientation_phone=”center” text_orientation_last_edited=”on|tablet” global_colors_info=”{}”]Tim Pursifull, the General Manager, at Michael\u2019s Genuine Food & Drink in Shaker Heights has 30 years in the restaurant business. He is passionate about food and celebrating every opportunity to foster and enhance the dining experience of our guests.<\/p>\n
Tim has enjoyed his time leading the team “I really enjoy the straightforward and quality commitment to product and experience, ” he says. “The fresh and seasonal approach keeps our mindset grounded in the moment, while the unique set ups and accompaniments allow for anticipation of what’s to come.”
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[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.17.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Oswald|300|||||||” text_text_color=”#404040″ text_font_size=”18px” text_letter_spacing=”0.5px” text_line_height=”28px” custom_margin_tablet=”||0px||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|tablet” text_font_size_tablet=”16px” text_font_size_phone=”16px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_orientation_tablet=”center” text_orientation_phone=”center” text_orientation_last_edited=”on|tablet” global_colors_info=”{}”]Chef Herb Kettelson is a musician turned culinarian hailing from Denver, Colorado. After nearly a decade of touring with a variety of Denver bands, he made the transition to the kitchen. Working first in Denver and the resorts of The Rocky Mountain West, he then moved to the bay area for nine years and to Minnesota, before joining us in Shaker Heights. The highlights of his career include stints at the Three Forks Ranch, an exclusive private resort in Wyoming, Girl and the Fig, in Sonoma and at Costanoa in the Bay Area. Most recently, he was the chef at Tanzenwald Brewing Company in Northfield, Minnesota<\/p>\n
At Michael\u2019s, Chef Herb at Michael\u2019s strives to create ever changing menus that capture what is in season and fresh. \u201cI love how Michael\u2019s ties together a coastal restaurant culture, with Midwestern sensibilities,\u201d says Chef Herb. \u201cIt allows me to explore many different culinary traditions. Also, I love the wood fired oven, I\u2019m an absolute fiend for cooking with live fire.\u201d
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[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Oswald|300|||||||” text_text_color=”#404040″ text_font_size=”18px” text_letter_spacing=”0.5px” text_line_height=”28px” custom_margin_tablet=”||0px||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|tablet” text_font_size_tablet=”16px” text_font_size_phone=”16px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_orientation_tablet=”center” text_orientation_phone=”center” text_orientation_last_edited=”on|tablet” global_colors_info=”{}”]Andrew Alvarez, the Chef de Cuisine, at Michael\u2019s Genuine Food & Drink in Shaker Heights grew up outside Pittsburgh and graduated from IUP Academy of Culinary Arts. He has held a variety of culinary roles in Orlando, Pittsburgh and Cincinnati in both restaurants and at hotels. He has also worked as culinary instructor for Gaynor\u2019s School of Cooking. Prior to joining us, he worked in Cincinnati as Chef De Cuisine for Orchids in Palm Court and worked alongside Chef George Zappas at the only 4-star\/5-diamond restaurant in Ohio.<\/p>\n
Andrew has really impacted the menu at Michael’s Genuine with his creative approach to food. “I have a stern belief that food is a perfect medium to open conversations, especially culturally. I will always make a pro-active effort to introduce under-represented countries through food.” He adds, “My goal at Michael\u2019s is to continue their approach of cooking great food without the pretentiousness and teach eager\/ambitious cooks who want to grow and develop their careers.”
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