Awards
Caruso’s at Rosewood Miramar Beach Awarded Three Stars by the Sustainable Restaurant Association’s Food Made Good Standard
Award-winning Montecito Restaurant Recognized for Sourcing, Society and Environmental Efforts
Caruso’s, the signature oceanfront resort at Rosewood Miramar Beach, is pleased to announce that the restaurant has achieved three stars in The Sustainable Restaurant Association’s Food Made Good Standard. The Standard is awarded to restaurants and F&B businesses that meet a set of criteria focused on sourcing, society, and the environment.
Sustainability is a guiding principle throughout Rosewood Miramar Beach’s food and beverage programming. This commitment to reducing the dining operations’ footprint by sourcing locally comes from a deep passion that the culinary team, led by Chef Partner Massimo Falsini, has for highlighting local ingredients and sourcing from local farmers, foragers, and fishermen whenever possible. Sourcing locally is not only an environmentally friendly option but also showcases the beautiful natural bounty available in the Central Coast and directly supports fellow community members. The dining operations are also supported by Chef Massimo’s on-property garden that helps provide produce and the resort’s resident beehive that produces honey for the restaurants.
“At Caruso’s, we view sustainability not just as the future of gastronomy, but as the only way forward. When you work in harmony with mother nature you are not only able to produce the most delicious and nourishing food, but you can also feel a sense of accomplishment,” says Falsini. “We are very proud of our efforts in sustainability, and honored and grateful to The Sustainable Restaurant Association for the recognition.”
The Food Made Good Standard evaluates action across three pillars: Sourcing, Society, and Environment, focusing on key impact areas to incorporate sustainability at every level of operations for a holistic approach. In addition to sustainability, the association carefully considers a business’ fair treatment of staff, community engagement, and efforts to fight food waste, among other criteria.
“We are thrilled to celebrate Caruso's! Achieving three stars in their very first Food Made Good Standard submission is a truly impressive achievement, earned through careful attention to local and sustainable sourcing (particularly where seafood is concerned), going above and beyond in how they treat their staff, getting involved in their local community through initiatives like beach clean-ups, offering plant-rich and nourishing meal options for both children and adults and working towards ambitious targets for minimizing food waste. Huge congratulations from our team to everyone at Caruso’s – it is such a pleasure to work with a business like yours.”
This is the latest accolade for Caruso’s, which has been recognized as a leader in sustainability. Additionally, the team’s efforts have earned recognition as Ambassador of the Smart Catch Program as well as a partner of both Ocean Wise and Fish Choice, and The MICHELIN Guide awarded the restaurant a prestigious MICHELIN Green Star.
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About The Food Made Good Standard
Since 2010, The Sustainable Restaurant Association (The SRA) has set the Standard for sustainable food and drink businesses, connecting businesses across the globe to accelerate change toward a hospitality industry that is socially progressive and environmentally restorative. They do this through the world’s largest sustainability certification tailored for the sector, the Food Made Good Standard. The accreditation aims to encourage, support and recognise sustainability practices across the industry worldwide.The Food Made Good Standard takes a big-picture, holistic view of what sustainability should mean for the hospitality sector and is awarded to F&B businesses around the world that meet a set of rigorous, measurable criteria across three main focus areas: Sourcing, Society and Environment. Undertaking this work means a restaurant is not only minimising food waste, carbon emissions or water use, but also implementing sustainable sourcing policies, designing menus that are good for both people and planet, treating staff with compassion and dignity, and getting involved in the local community. The Standard changes what it means to be a sustainable restaurant in the 21st century.
About Rosewood
Rosewood is an ever-evolving global collection of hotels, resorts, and residences, born through the discovery of remarkable places. With 42 one-of-a-kind destinations, each property celebrates the culture and community that shapes it, upholding the ideal of hospitality as mutually revitalizing. Every detail is intricately woven to tell the story of the place, offering unexpected moments of discovery and connection. Rosewood Residences extends this spirit, inspiring a life where belonging and curiosity enrich every day.
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About Rosewood Miramar Beach
Rosewood Miramar Beach is the American Riviera estate. Nestled on the pristine shores of Montecito along California’s Central Coast and framed by the Santa Ynez Mountains, this oceanfront haven offers an unparalleled connection to the sea and surrounding landscape. An homage to acclaimed architect Paul Williams, the resort features residential-style architecture and interiors, alongside a carefully curated private art collection. The 152 rooms and suites—including those with front-row views of the Pacific Ocean—capture the essence of West Coast elegance and contemporary Californian living. Days here unfold between the waves and the mountains: think surfing, paddleboarding, hiking and discovering Santa Barbara’s most acclaimed vineyards. Dining celebrates the region’s bounty across eight distinct venues, including the Michelin-starred Caruso’s restaurant. With the restorative Sense Spa, a state-of-the-art fitness center, two serene pools and a curated selection of boutiques, well-being thrives in every detail.
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