Los Angeles Restaurant Providence Celebrates a Green Michelin Star

Providence, a celebrated Los Angeles fine dining establishment, has been honored with a Green Michelin Star, adding to its stellar two-star Michelin rating that it has maintained for an impressive 14 years. This latest accolade was awarded in the California section of the 2023 Michelin Guide, with the official announcement taking place at the Chabot Space & Science Center in Oakland, Calif.

Recognizing Commitment to Sustainability

The Green Star is awarded to restaurants that showcase commendable commitments to sustainability alongside their culinary expertise. Providence has earned this honor through its dedication to service, food quality, innovation, and above all, sustainability. The establishment’s eco-conscious practices include a sustainably run kitchen, honey harvesting, zero-waste initiatives in its pastry and bar programs, and a rooftop garden that creates a mini ecosystem.

A Partnership Driven by Passion and Excellence

The masterminds behind Providence are chef-owner Michael Cimarusti, front-of-house co-owner Donato Poto, and co-owner/business partner Crisi Echiverri. Their collaborative efforts, along with those of chef de cuisine Tristan Aitchison and pastry chef Mac Daniel Dimla, have made Providence a renowned name in the world of fine dining. The restaurant is particularly famed for its “seafood-forward” menu, boasting dishes crafted from ingredients sourced through sustainable fishing practices.

A Green Star Shining Bright

Commenting on the honor, Cimarusti expressed how Michelin has always served as a guiding light for Providence. He emphasized that the Green Star is a testament to their sustained efforts to promote and uphold sustainability in all aspects of their work, from the culinary, bar, and pastry programs to the rooftop garden housing a thriving ecosystem. He also expressed gratitude towards their partners – the dedicated farmers, foragers, fishermen, and producers who embody the same standards of sustainability that Providence upholds.

With this Green Star, Providence has not only affirmed its standing as a distinguished dining destination but has also set a benchmark for environmental stewardiness in the culinary world. The team at Providence is shining proof that excellence in food and commitment to the environment can go hand in hand.

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