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Miami Declares August 14 as 'Mutra Day' Honoring First Michelin-Starred Kosher Restaurant
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By לירן שבתאי
First reported by N12 · Aug 15, 2026
What happened
Miami-Dade County has declared August 14, 2026, as "Mutra Day" to honor Mutra, the first kosher restaurant worldwide to earn a Michelin star. Led by Israeli chef Raz Shabtai, Mutra blends Jerusalem-inspired cuisine with modern fine dining, gaining significant cultural recognition in Miami.
- 01Miami-Dade County officially declared August 14, 2026, as "Mutra Day" honoring the kosher restaurant.
- 02Mutra is the first kosher restaurant globally to receive a Michelin star, awarded in May 2026.
- 03Chef Raz Shabtai leads Mutra, inspired by his Jerusalem childhood and grandmother's cooking.
- 04The proclamation was made by Mayor Daniella Levine Cava and County Commission Chair Anthony Rodriguez.
- 05Mutra's menu includes notable dishes like perfect falafel and a 1000-layer steak with tahini and amba.
- 06The recognition highlights Mutra's cultural impact and elevates Jerusalem cuisine internationally.
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