The ultimate food guide is coming to the Philippines! Known for its world-renowned food rating system, the Michelin Guide is set to highlight a selection of restaurants that showcase the local cuisines of Metro Manila, Cebu, Pampanga, Tagaytay, and Cavite.
Anonymous Michelin inspectors have been exploring the culinary landscape of the Philippines, evaluating restaurants across the country based on five global standards: quality of ingredients, mastery of technique, harmony of flavors, the chef’s personality expressed through the cuisine, and consistency. These criteria have been kept to sustain the global standard of food excellence that the Michelin Guide is known for.
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The launch ceremony will be held on October 30 at the Manila Marriott Hotel in Newport World Resorts, Pasay City and will recognize awardees, including the Michelin Guide Selected Restaurants. The ceremony will also feature the Bib Gourmand Selection, which honors restaurants offering high-quality food at moderate prices, and the much-anticipated prestigious Michelin Stars. Special awards will also be presented to individuals who have made significant contributions to the food and restaurant industry.
The event will also feature guests-of-honor, including Chef Guillaume Galliot of Caprice (Hong Kong), Chef Vicky Cheng of VEA (Hong Kong), Chef Darren Teoh of Dewakan (Malaysia), and Chefs Tim Flores and Genie Kwon of Kasama (Chicago), who own the first Filipino restaurant in the world which earned a Michelin Star.
The event will also feature guests-of-honor, including Chef Guillaume Galliot of Caprice (Hong Kong), Chef Vicky Cheng of VEA (Hong Kong), Chef Darren Teoh of Dewakan (Malaysia), and Chefs Tim Flores and Genie Kwon of Kasama (Chicago), who own the first Filipino restaurant in the world which earned a Michelin Star.
Chefs Tim Flores and Genie Kwon | Photo from the Michelin Guide
“The country’s deep-rooted culinary traditions, combined with a strong openness to global influences, create a uniquely diverse dining culture,” shared by Michelin Guide International Director Gwendal Poullennec in a statement.
The Michelin Guide’s arrival in the Philippines was announced in February of this year, with inspections conducted throughout the year. Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco welcomed the development, calling it a milestone for Philippine gastronomy and tourism. “We are proud to share our vibrant culture and distinct cuisines to the world,” she said.
The inaugural ceremony will be livestreamed on the Michelin Guide Asia’s YouTube channel, so foodies, stay tuned for this historic event.