Chef Biography:

Dewey LoSasso is one of the nation’s most prolific apostles of Progressive American cuisine, with a culinary ethos that respects the past yet challenges the future. His bold, clean flavors and modern approach to American cuisine made him the natural choice, from a global search of 172 chefs, to spearhead The Forge’s rebirth. After graduating from the Culinary Institute of America, LoSasso honed his culinary skills working for legendary restaurants in New York and Miami. With an emphasis on organic ingredients born of global influences from his extensive travels, his cutting-edge cuisine catapulted him in South Florida’s culinary circles. LoSasso became Donatella Versace’s personal chef and food event coordinator, executive chef for the Lipton Tennis Tournament, executive and concept chef for Tuscan Steak and opened North One 10 to critical acclaim. LoSasso received the Food Arts “Emerging Taste Maker Award,” was named Miami New Times’ Best Chef 2010, Ocean Drive magazine “Great Chefs” and in October 2010 was honored as a “guest chef” at the historic James Beard House in New York.

Other Festival Events:

Wednesday, June 27, 2012 Wine Walk & Shop Now a seasonal event by popular demand, Wine Walk & Shop on the Mile is returning to bring an evening of sampling fine wines, while strolling Miracle Mile's tree-lined shops and restaurants. View Event