Riviera Dining Group delivers premium culinary and entertainment experiences through its portfolio of restaurants, lounges, nightlife and day life venues.
Under the leadership of Founder and CEO Gregory Galy, RDG opened MILA in Miami Beach in 2020, AVA MediterrAegean in February 2022 in Winter Park, and MILA Omakase, MILA Lounge and MM in November 2022 in Miami Beach. CASA NEOS and CASA NEOS MM Beach Club in June 2024 on the Miami River.
The dynamic hospitality company is on a fast track for expansion, with a continued focus on creating remarkable guest experiences, instilling pride within its growing teams, and caring for its communities.
Aiming to consistently raise the standards of the guest experience through unforgettable culinary offerings and innovative entertainment, RDG’s mission is to be a leading hospitality company that shapes the future of the florida F&B landscape and future leading markets.
MEET OUR EXECUTIVE TEAM
Gregory Galy Chief Executive Officer
Marine Giron-Galy Chief Brand Officer
Fabien Guardiola Chief Financial Officer
Michael Ridard Chief Sales Officer
Michaël Michaelis Head Culinary
Robert Blasi Chief People Officer
MESSAGE FROM OUR FOUNDER, GREGORY GALY
“After mastering the perfect balance between genuine hospitality, fine dining, and innovative nightlife, RDG has quickly established itself in the upscale social scene of Miami with our mother brand, MILA, which opened in 2020. MILA has grown above and beyond all forecasts and expectations within a year during the pandemic and was ranked consecutively 5th top independent restaurant in the United States with 27.3M sales reached in 2021, 31.2M in 2022. With $52.1M sales in 2023, MILA should rank in the top 3 grossing independent restaurants in the United States.
Located in the heart of Miami Beach, MILA is a restaurant, rooftop lounge, and mixology bar that transports diners on a culinary journey through the shores of Japan and the Mediterranean through visionary MediterrAsian cuisine.
MILA’s cuisine is inspired by the traditions and offerings of Asia and the Mediterranean. Healthy, vibrant, and joyful, our dishes are served izakaya style, meant to be shared at the table among friends and family.
The transportive venue brings elevated dining and pleasure together with a magical, glamorous, and vibrant atmosphere.
MIAMI BEACH OPENED NOV 2022
MILA Omakase is a 10-seat enclosed space offering an exclusive and authentic journey to the far East.
Japanese offerings meet the Mediterranean influeneces of 26-Michelin Star Chef Michaël Michaelidis and the techniques of Chef Yoshizawa.
The intimate, ultra luxurious, transformative space features a massive overhanging cherry blossom tree and a wall comprised of personalized chopsticks for our MM Members.
The ever-changing dishes are created in accordance with the 72 micro-seasons of Japan. Guests can expect superior offerings
and ingredients such as line-caught fish flown in daily, harvested local vegetables, innovative condiments, sea urchin from Hokkaido, and sustainable bluefin tuna from Baja.
Vegan Omakase - Every last Wednesday of the month Revolving around Japan’s 72 microseasons, the intimate 15-course, 10 seat vegan omakase journey invites guests to relish in the season’s freshest flavors with a JapaneseMediterranean twist. Our completely plantbased menu will offer guests of all diet types a remarkable experience with bold and innovative takes on traditional classics, all while maintaining the sacredness of a true omakase.
Chef Michaël Michaelidis
CHEFS BEHIND THE CONCEPT
Michelin Star Chef, Chef Michaelidis, joined Riviera Dining Group as a Head of Culinary in 2021. Chef Michaël Michaelidis oversees all culinary directions and menu creations.
Boasting background in refined dining with French and Greek roots, Chef Michaelidis joins the Group after working for 12 years with the Robuchon Group where he earned
7 Michelin Stars for a total of 26 Michelin stars spanning from his career in Cannes, Monaco, Hong Kong, Singapore and Tokyo.
Chef Michaelidis’ impressive track record and background will allow RDG to elevate the culinary standards and achieve a brand-new level of gastronomic excellence across all the Group’s brands.
Chef Reiji Yoshizawa
Chef Reiji is half Filipino-half Japanese. Born in the U.S/ Island Saipan, he grew up in Manila, Philippines.
Throughout his 12 years of experience as a chef, Chef Reiji worked with various cuisines such as French, Mediterranean, Italian, Japanese, and Asian.
Chef Reiji joined Chef Michaël Michaelidis and RDG to open MILA Omakase in the end of 2022, as Omakase Chef, with the goal to reach the stars.
WHAT TO EXPECT
This detailed breakdown aims to provide an immersive experience for the guest chefs, attendees, and the broader audience through media coverage, visual assets, and captivating storytelling.
Photo and Video Shoot
A dedicated photo and video shoot is conducted prior to the dinner to capture stunning visuals that showcase the entire dining experience.
The following segments are included in this shoot:
1. B Roll Footage
B Roll footage showcasing the talented Chefs working together, including Chef Michaël, Chef Reiji, Chef Jose and the guest Chef.
2. Ingredients
Capturing visually appealing photographs of the premium ingredients used for the dinner to showcase the freshness, quality, and diversity of the ingredients.
Two-Night Collaboration Dinner
3. Food Preparation and Final Dishes
During the shoot, we will photograph a selection of the bautifully presented dishes that will be served during the dinner.
4. Interview with Guest Chef
Finally, we will conduct an engaging interview with the guest Chef, providing insights into their culinary backgorund, inspirations, and their experience collaborating with the MILA Omakase team.
Our guest Chefs will have the opportunity to host a two-night exclusive dining experience with a carefully curated menu, showcasing the culinary talents of MILA Omakase’s resident Chefs alongside the guest Chef.
MARKETING EXPOSURE BENEFITS
Collaboration with our PR Agency:
- Online, print, social media and press features to build anticipation
- E-Blast sent to our data base to promote the collaboration between the Chefs at MILA Omakase.
On @milagroup_miami & @milaomakase
Instagram pages:
- Collaboration post and story announcing the event
- Daily stories promoting the event with a reservation link
- 2nd Collaboration post to promote the Event
During the event:
- Social media and media coverage
- Flying national journalist
PAST COLLABS
DOMINIQUE CREEN
MARCH
1-2, 2023
Some of our press clippings:
MICHELIN Guide
Three MICHELAN Star Female Chefs on Forging their Own Paths
