Michael Schwartz chats with us on the concept/philosophy behind 150 Central Park, a tasting of its seasonal, premiere upscale menu, some of the challenges and rewards of bringing farm fresh products on board and last but not least – “What’s next for Michael?”

About Michael Schwartz

At Michael’s Genuine Food & Drink, James Beard Award-winning chef/owner Michael Schwartz (47) shares his passion for where food comes from. Since Michael’s Genuine Food & Drink first opened in Miami’s Design District in 2007, with an outpost in Grand Cayman in 2010, diners have come to embrace and crave its refreshing combination of laid-back atmosphere and seriously good food, a neighborhood bistro that is the ultimate showcase for the type of cuisine that Schwartz does best – homemade and straightforward, with an emphasis on fresh, local ingredients.