Valencia Luncheria is the place to be for diners looking for fresh-squeezed juice, jumbo plates of empanadas, arepas, and casual Venezuelan chow in a relaxed, laid-back atmosphere. Whether it is turning a traditional kugel dessert into a starch dish by adding wild canary mushrooms or accentuating a Thai grilled red snapper into a visually appetizing feast, there is one certainty to expect from his cuisine: the unexpected. With indubitably well-rounded skills, Michael can, and has, conquered different styles of food without compromise. Each dish must be prepared with just the right spice, vegetable, seasonal ingredient, and attitude when creating new and diverse dishes through inspiration as well as a natural awareness for food combinations.
