Michelin Guide celebrates 10th anniversary in Korea
The Michelin Guide marked a milestone in South Korea on Thursday, celebrating a decade of showcasing the country’s culinary identity through one of the world’s most influential dining authorities. Five restaurants in Seoul were newly added to the Bib Gourmand list this year. The Michelin Guide hosted its 2026 Seoul and Busan ceremony at Signiel Busan, unveiling this year’s restaurant selections and honoring new culinary talents. The event, themed “A Decade of Journey,” highlights the evolution of Korean cuisine since the guide’s debut in 2017 and its continued expansion beyond the capital. Launched initially as the Michelin Guide Seoul, the publication broadened its scope in 2024 to include Busan, Korea’s second-largest city and a rising gastronomic hub. The move reflected the growing diversity of Korean cuisine and the international attention local chefs have drawn with their inventive, yet deeply rooted flavors. “Over 10 years, the Michelin Guide has closely observed the outstanding quality, creativity and responsible practices demonstrated by restaurants across Korea,Weiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei Korea Times
Quelle: Korea Times