Michael, a distinguished chef with over 20+ years in the hospitality industry, earned his first Michelin star in 2022, just a year after opening Soseki Modern Omakase in Orlando, FL. This intimate, 10-seat dining experience offers a multi-course tasting menu. In 2023, Michael expanded his culinary reach with Sushi Saint, a temaki handroll and lounge concept in Orlando's Creative Village district, which was awarded a Bib Gourmand by Michelin within three months of opening. Now with 4 Sushi Saint operations in Florida and NYC the latest venture has been a casual Listening record pizza and cocktail bar called Perla’s Pizza.

Throughout his career, Michael has had the privilege of working alongside culinary icons such as Wolfgang Puck, Joel Robuchon, Eric Ripert, and Masa Takayama, and has contributed to renowned brands like MGM, Aria Casino, Ritz Carlton, SH Hotels, and One Hotel.

Looking ahead, Michael continues to build brands across the US with 86 Hospitality Group. Additionally, his consulting work includes projects like Kaymana Beach in Dubai and Finn Food Hall, Houston, Watr in One Hotel South Beach, MM Member’s Club by Mila Miami.