
Considering his Greek last name, one might not expect that George Mavrothalassitis was born in France, classically trained in French cuisine and operates a sophisticated, French-inspired restaurant. All true. His Chef Mavro restaurant in Honolulu is one of the most acclaimed restaurants in the United States. Wine Spectator's Sam Gugino explains.
For the full article, check out the new issue of Wine Spectator, on newsstands August 23, 2011.
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