Chef Michael White's Star-Studded MIKA Opening Lights Up Coral Gables

Caroline Dalal

A Taste of the Riviera Lands in Florida: Six-Michelin Star Chef Michael White officially unveiled MIKA, his first standalone Florida restaurant, blending coastal elegance with Italian mastery.

Chef Michael White | Daniel Zuliani

Star-Studded Guest List: A-listers like Derek Jeter, Hannah Jeter, NBA star John Wall, and DJ Cedric Gervais graced the grand opening, alongside Miami’s top hospitality and real estate moguls.

Alex Pirez & John Wall | World Red Eye

A Mayor-Approved Affair: Miami Mayor Francis Suarez and Coral Gables Mayor Vince Lago showed their support, adding civic prestige to an already illustrious guest list.

Mayor Francis Suarez | World Red Eye

Reality Royalty in the Building: Nicole Martin from Real Housewives fame brought her star power to the scene, further elevating MIKA’s status as a must-visit hotspot.

Nicole Martin & Lily Lopez | World Red Eye

Hospitality Heavyweights in Attendance: Industry titans Dave Grutman, Chris Paciello, Shareef Malnick, and Colin Cowie joined the festivities, signaling MIKA's future as a hospitality icon.

Alex Pirez & Dave Grutman | World Red Eye

A Masterful Menu Unveiled: Chef White’s Riviera-inspired menu stole the show, with signature standouts like langoustine carpaccio, fusilli with octopus and bone marrow, and bistecca alla fiorentina.

Carpaccio | Daniel Zuliani

Byredo Founder Brings Style to the Scene: Ben Gorham, founder of the cult-favorite luxury brand Byredo, was among the VIPs, adding a dose of global style to the night.

Tagliatelle | Daniel Zuliani

A New Culinary Crown for Coral Gables: Positioned to be a neighborhood gem, MIKA promises a refined yet approachable dining experience with house-made pastas, fresh crudos, and char-grilled proteins.

Tuna Crudo | Daniel Zuliani

An Evening of Culinary Excellence: Guests savored an exclusive preview of MIKA’s artful dishes, raising anticipation for the restaurant’s public debut in Coral Gables.

Margarita | Daniel Zuliani

A Moment in Miami’s Dining Evolution: The opening of MIKA signifies a new era for the city’s fine dining scene, solidifying Coral Gables as a culinary destination for locals and jet-setters alike.

Alex Pirez & Colin Cowie | World Red Eye
Alex Pirez & Tommy Cabrerizo | World Red Eye

A Taste of the Riviera Lands in Florida: Six-Michelin Star Chef Michael White officially unveiled MIKA, his first standalone Florida restaurant, blending coastal elegance with Italian mastery.

Chef Michael White | Daniel Zuliani

Star-Studded Guest List: A-listers like Derek Jeter, Hannah Jeter, NBA star John Wall, and DJ Cedric Gervais graced the grand opening, alongside Miami’s top hospitality and real estate moguls.

Alex Pirez & John Wall | World Red Eye

A Mayor-Approved Affair: Miami Mayor Francis Suarez and Coral Gables Mayor Vince Lago showed their support, adding civic prestige to an already illustrious guest list.

Mayor Francis Suarez | World Red Eye

Reality Royalty in the Building: Nicole Martin from Real Housewives fame brought her star power to the scene, further elevating MIKA’s status as a must-visit hotspot.

Nicole Martin & Lily Lopez | World Red Eye

Hospitality Heavyweights in Attendance: Industry titans Dave Grutman, Chris Paciello, Shareef Malnick, and Colin Cowie joined the festivities, signaling MIKA's future as a hospitality icon.

Alex Pirez & Dave Grutman | World Red Eye

A Masterful Menu Unveiled: Chef White’s Riviera-inspired menu stole the show, with signature standouts like langoustine carpaccio, fusilli with octopus and bone marrow, and bistecca alla fiorentina.

Carpaccio | Daniel Zuliani

Byredo Founder Brings Style to the Scene: Ben Gorham, founder of the cult-favorite luxury brand Byredo, was among the VIPs, adding a dose of global style to the night.

Tagliatelle | Daniel Zuliani

A New Culinary Crown for Coral Gables: Positioned to be a neighborhood gem, MIKA promises a refined yet approachable dining experience with house-made pastas, fresh crudos, and char-grilled proteins.

Tuna Crudo | Daniel Zuliani

An Evening of Culinary Excellence: Guests savored an exclusive preview of MIKA’s artful dishes, raising anticipation for the restaurant’s public debut in Coral Gables.

Margarita | Daniel Zuliani

A Moment in Miami’s Dining Evolution: The opening of MIKA signifies a new era for the city’s fine dining scene, solidifying Coral Gables as a culinary destination for locals and jet-setters alike.

Alex Pirez & Colin Cowie | World Red Eye

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Alex Pirez & Tommy Cabrerizo | World Red Eye