Chef Cindy Hutson, along with partner Delius Shirley, showcase their ethnically diverse and seasonally driven “Cuisine of the Sun” at their Ortanique restaurants (locations in Coral Gables and Grand Cayman Island) and Zest concepts at The Cliff Hotel in Negril, Jamaica and downtown Miami.
Serve Me Some UpdatesFeaturing Hutson’s signature “Cuisine of the Sun”, Ortanique on the Mile opened more than 17 years ago in Coral Gables, Florida to rave reviews including Esquire and Bon Appétit acknowledging it as one of the “Best New Restaurants” and Condé Nast Traveler awarding it as one of their “Hot Table” concepts. Reviews and customers alike continue to sing its praises to this day.
Visit WebsiteEnjoy the award-winning restaurant experience provided by the food and beverage team of Chef Cindy Hutson and Delius Shirley, son of the famed Jamaican chef and restauranteur Norma Shirley, who continues his mother’s incomparable dining legacy on the island. Together the dynamic duo create the perfect balance between an amazing world cuisine, impeccable service and a breathtaking view overlooking the pristine Caribbean Sea.
Visit WebsiteA refresh of Cindy Hutson’s iconic “Cuisine of the Sun,” Zest is open for lunch and dinner and offers a modern interpretation of her ethnically diverse and seasonally-driven island fare.
Zest MRKT is open weekdays for breakfast and lunch. The menu offers healthy “grab-and-go” gourmet delights including sandwiches, soups, salads, fresh juices, coffee and more.
Visit WebsiteCindy Hutson, Executive Chef / Owner
Select honors acknowledging Chef Cindy Hutson’s leadership and outstanding culinary achievements, as well awards recognizing her restaurants and debut cookbook.
Caribbean Journal
50 Best Restaurants in the Caribbean
2015
Gourmand World Cookbook Award
Best Woman Chef Cookbook
2015
Les Dames d’Escoffier Miami
Achievement Award
2015
Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce Businesswomen of the Year
Outstanding Restauranteur
2014
Zagat Survey
Top 10 Best Restaurant List
2001 – 2012
New Times Magazine
Miami’s Best Chef
2009
Zagat
Best Mojito in Miami
2009
The American Academy of Hospitality and Sciences
Five Star Diamond Award
2005 – 2012
American Egg Board
Eggscellent Chef Ambassador
2007
Food Arts
Emerging Tastemaker Award
2007
Top 20 Chefs
Las Vegas
2006
Top Female Chef ACA
American Chef Association
2006
National Pork Council’s
Celebrated Chef’s Program Spoke Person
2005
Wine Spectator
“Award of Excellence”
2002 – 2012
Bon Appetit
“Cocktail of the Year” for Mojito
2002
Bon Appetit
“Best New Ethnic Restaurant”
2001
Bon Appetit Magazine
“Best New Restaurant in Miami”
Florida Trend
“Golden Spoon Award”
2000
Gourmet Magazine
“America’s Top Tables”
2004
Conde Nast Traveler
“Hot Tables”
2003
Mobil Travel Guide
Four Stars
Food and Wine Magazine
“Best New Wine List in Miami“
2000
El Nuevo Herald
Five Starts (Top Rating)
South Florida Sun Sentinel
TOP 100 LIST
Sun Sentinel
4 STAR (Top Rating)
Miami Herald
“Exceptional” (Top Rating)
1999, 2003 & 2004
Esquire Magazine
“Best New Restaurant in America”
1999
A selection of local and national articles featuring Chef Cindy Hutson and her signature “Cuisine of the Sun.”
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