BY Evan S. Benn for Miami Herald Like a hefty eater, the South Beach Wine & Food Festival has seen its waistline expand over the years. The festival, now in its 15th year and having raised more than $22 million for Florida International University’s Chaplin School of...
By Lee Klein for Lee2Go KYU Now Open in Wynwood “Wood-fired, Asian inspired cuisine” fits the bill at the brand new KYU on 25th Street in Wynwood. Chef Michael Lewis and General Manager Steven Haigh both formerly of Zuma, “features a diverse menu, a focus on professional...
By Laura Latham for Colors & Flavors Born and bred in NYC, Chef Michael Lewis will be serving up a balanced menu of refreshing crudos and smoked grill at Wynwood’s new venue, KYU. Opened February 15, 2016 Quirky Questions What was the first tattoo you ever got? A sun...
By Editorial Staff in Tasting Table 14 restaurants around the country to add to your must-try list Miami KYU: Burnt ends aren't just for barbecue. They can also come off smoked duck breast at a wood-fired-centric Asian restaurant. When you go, try the steamed buns, which have crispy...
In Urban Daddy Duck Breast Burnt Ends in a Bright Wynwood Loft Kyu. It’s a Japanese word that describes the level of mastery you’ve achieved in an activity. Like, say, martial arts. Or...
In The Food-E Chef Michael Lewis and General Manager Steven Haigh, formerly from Zuma, have opened KYU in Wynwood. The menu features a variety of grill specialties, seasonal locally sourced produce and new-style sashimi. Highlights include Duck Breast “Burnt Ends” with yuzu pickles; Wagyu Beef Brisket with black shichimi pepper; and...
by Olee Fowler for Miami Eater Housed in the former Shikany space Two former Zuma alums have branched out on their own to create a "wood-fired Asian grill" eatery, KYU, opening tonight in Wynwood. Behind the restaurant is former Zuma executive chef Michael Lewis, along with general manager...
By Ina Cordle and Katherine Kallergis for The Real Deal The former executive chef and general manager of Zuma in Miami have purchased the leasehold interest in a Wynwood restaurant with plans to launch a new Asian-inspired dining spot. The new restaurant, KYU, will open on...
In The Hungry Post Former Zuma teammates Chef Michael Lewis and General Manager Steven Haigh are bringing a fresh concept to Miami with the opening of KYU. The wood-fired Asian grill will feature a diverse menu and focus on professional yet relaxed service and a commitment...
In Rando Miami Former Zuma teammates Chef Michael Lewis and General Manager Steven Haigh are bringing a fresh concept to Miami with the opening of KYU. The wood-fired Asian grill will feature a diverse menu and focus on professional yet relaxed service and a commitment to...