Chicago's Cariño Earns First Michelin Star for Bold Mexican Cuisine

The Uptown restaurant, led by Chef Norman Fenton, is celebrated for its innovative tasting menu and creative reinterpretation of traditional Mexican dishes.

• Cariño, located in Chicago's Uptown neighborhood, received its first Michelin star just one year after opening in December 2023.
• Chef Norman Fenton's menu, described as a 'love letter to Mexico,' highlights bold, creative dishes like huitlacoche ravioli and lamb tartare tostada.
• The Michelin Guide praised Fenton's ambitious approach to Mexican cuisine, as well as the restaurant's engaging service and intimate chef's counter experience.
• Cariño joins 19 other Michelin-starred restaurants in Chicago for 2024, with Alinea and Smyth retaining their prestigious three-star status.
• The restaurant's recognition continues Fenton's culinary journey, which includes experience in Tulum, Mexico, and at notable Chicago establishments like Schwa and The Aviary.

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