The Legacy of DiRōNA: 35 Years of Recognizing Culinary Greatness The Legacy of DiRōNA: 35 Years of Recognizing Culinary Greatness Photo Credit: Michael’s on East in Sarasota, FL In 1990, the Distinguished Restaurants of North America (DiRōNA) was founded with a...
Luxury, Redefined: How DiRōNA Restaurants Set the Gold Standard Luxury, Redefined: How DiRōNA Restaurants Set the Gold Standard Photo Credit: The View Restaurant at Mirror Lake Inn in Lake Placid, NY For the discerning traveler, the dining experience has always been...
What It Really Means to Be a DiRōNA-Awarded Restaurant Photo Credit: Cafe Central in El Paso, TX Understanding the standards behind North America’s most distinguished dining experiences Food: Precision, Creativity, and Identity on Every Plate DiRōNA-awarded...
The Distinguished Restaurants of North America (DiRōNA) is proud to announce the 2025 recipients of the DiRōNA ‘Gold’ Award of Excellence. Introduced in 2024, this honor represents the pinnacle of exceptional dining, achieved by only 16 restaurants across North...
How Lighting Creates Atmosphere and Elevates the Exceptional Dining Experience Lighting is often the unsung hero of an extraordinary dining experience. It’s not just about visibility; it’s about creating a mood, elevating a meal, and setting the tone for an...
How Sommeliers Elevate the Dining Experience with Wine There is more to a meal at an upscale restaurant than just the food—it’s an immersive experience where every detail, from ambiance to service, is carefully orchestrated. At the heart of this symphony is an unsung...
