Founded in 2020, MAD Arts is a museum, community hub, and laboratory dedicated to art and technology. Through visionary exhibitions, immersive experiences, and collaborative projects, MAD Arts supports artists, collectives, nonprofits, and creative organizations in South Florida, Detroit, and beyond.

Growing up as the youngest of 4, around a family who ended a meal by asking, "What's our next meal going to be?" it was pretty clear to Chef Sam Diaz that food brought people together and good food keeps them at the table. 

Raised in Miami, Sam was exposed to various food cultures, but their love of Italian food was fully realized in working alongside Chef Mike Pirolo, first at Scarpetta and then joining him as he opened Macchialina in the heart of South Beach. From there, they absorbed all things Italian and rose to become the chef in Brooklyn, NY, at The St. Austere, Macchialina’s sister restaurant. 

After 6 years in Brooklyn, family and a change of pace led them to Northwest Arkansas, where, after a couple of years, they were given the opportunity to open their own small restaurant, Berretto. Chef Sam believes in food being fresh, fun, and more importantly, so good you'll take your time to savor each bite.