THE EVENT The Zest Awards, Johnson & Wales University’s first-ever awards ceremony honoring the South Florida culinary types who make magic in their kitchens THE PLAYERS Honors went to Bjoern Weissgerber of Zuma (Culinary Innovator), Juliana Gonzalez of Barceloneta (Newcomer of the Year), Michelle Negron of Timo (Baking & Pastry Innovator), Isaac Grillo of Haven (Top Beverage Professional), Penny Parham of Miami-Dade Public Schools (Community Leader) and Sra. Martinez (Best Restaurant 2012). THE SCENE In between the congratulations, guests enjoyed bites and cocktails created by J&W’s chefs-in-the-making. Bon appétit, indeed. Photography by Brett Hufziger