Miami Word Festival
World Festival events are held annually in each program city. At each world festival, Common Threads brings together some of the most influential chefs, diverse professionals, philanthropists, and foodies for a fundraising gala to help sustain and grow the after-school programs.
Featured Chefs:
Michelle Bernstein, Crumb on Parchment
Michael Reidt, Area 31
Julie Frans, Essensia
Jason Schaan, Michy’s
Freddy Ortiz, Lantao Kitchen and Cocktails
Mark Zeitouni, The Standard – Lido Restaurant & Bayside Grill
Paula Dasilva, 1500 Degrees
Misha Gomez, Mischa Cupcakes
Adrianne Calvo
Matthieu Godard, DB Bistro Moderne Miami
Christian Testa, La Gloutonnerie Vintage Kitchen
Makoto Okuwa, Makoto
Cesar Zapata, The Federal Food Drink & Provisions
Daniel Serfer, Blue Collar
Aaron Brooks, Edge Steak
Alex Rosado, Little Palm Island Resort & Spa
Cindy Hutson, Ortanique
Vince Tien, The Local
Jordan Hoffman, Bianca at the Delano
Rolando Cruz-Taura, Biltmore
Luis Pous. The Dining Room at Little Palm Island
Sean Brasel, Meat Market
Conor Hanlon, The Dutch
Jamie DeRosa
Todd Erickson, HaVen Gastro-Lounge
Gabe Fenton, Bourbon Steak
Sam Gorenstein, My Ceviche
Nick Mencia, Real Sorbet
Aaron Taylor, STK
