21 Articles found for “The Local”

Travel 5 min.

Must-Try Dishes in the Philippines Now: From Manila’s Kitchens to Cebu’s Coast

Filipino cooking has begun to register more widely with the arrival of The MICHELIN Guide in 2025, marking a turning point in how the cuisine is seen beyond the country’s borders. Local dining today moves easily between regions, traditions and dining rooms. In the greater Manila area and coastal Cebu, that movement reveals a cuisine increasingly sure of its voice.

People 3 min.

One Chef/One Producer: Crafting a Taste of Peru on Qatar’s Shores

La Mar by Gastón Acurio Doha and CVI Sea Foods embrace a fruitful partnership built on a mutual respect for freshness, local communities and the planet.

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And the Winners Are: Four Standout Hotels Take Home MICHELIN’s Latest Special Category Awards

They're here: the very first winners of the MICHELIN Architecture & Design, Wellness, Local Gateway, and Opening of the Year awards.

MICHELIN Guide Ceremony 6 min.

144 Restaurants Awarded Bib Gourmand in the MICHELIN Guide Taiwan 2025

The MICHELIN Guide Taiwan Bib Gourmand 2025 Selection is out — 37 establishments are newly awarded Bib Gourmand, with almost 60% of the newly added establishments feature local Taiwanese cuisine and small eats.

Features 3 min.

How to Eat Pho Like a Local, According to Vietnamese Chefs 

So you want to eat phở like a local? Vietnamese chefs break down the do’s, don’ts and quiet rituals behind the bowl.

Travel 5 min.

Beyond Provence, a New Food Scene Is Taking Shape in the Gard

Once overlooked after its agricultural decline, the Gard is now one of southern France’s most compelling new food regions, drawing ambitious chefs to its produce-rich landscapes and enduring local food culture.

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The 9 Best Family-Friendly Restaurants in Paris – MICHELIN Guide Picks

Discover the best family-friendly restaurants in the capital. From French brasseries to laid-back locales offering cuisine from further afield to elegant spots that welcome little gourmets, here’s where to eat in Paris with kids.

Features 4 min.

Must-Try Filipino Desserts and Where to Enjoy Them in the Philippines

Bright, playful and rooted in tradition, these five Filipino desserts capture the country’s enduring sweet tooth.

Dining In 9 min.

From Folk Song to Feast: Jordy Navarra’s Bahay Kubo Dish Reinvents Local Filipino Food

At MICHELIN-Starred Toyo Eatery in the Philippines, the iconic “Bahay Kubo” song is transformed into a dish of 18 vegetables that redefines Filipino food.

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The 9 Most Exciting Food Cities in Asia to Visit in 2026

From Seoul to Manila, Asia’s biggest cities can feel overwhelming — but their density of people, cultures and cuisines is exactly what makes them extraordinary places to eat. These nine Asian cities are where generational cooking, local ingredients and modern kitchens are reshaping how — and where — to eat in 2026.

Features 3 min.

A Tale of Two Tarts: The Best Custard Tarts in Hong Kong and Macau

Discover a global pastry with local twists in Hong Kong and Macau.

Travel 1 min.

The Best Izakayas in Kyoto for Tasteful Plates and Local Sakes

Kyoto has no shortage of izakaya, casual eateries where you can enjoy ryotei and kappo fare in a relaxed environment. Step into any one of them and be greeted by the same inviting atmosphere: gentle clinks of sake cups over the chitter chatter of guests either catching up with the chef by the counter or conversing among themselves set against warm lights that enhance the nostalgia of a Kyoto machiya (traditional two-story townhouse).

Dining Out 5 min.

Generations of Flavor: The Family Legacy Behind Goh Thew Chik Chicken Rice

At this Penang institution, four generations have perfected the art of Hainanese chicken rice while honoring a grandmother’s original recipe.

Travel 6 min.

Here are 11 Wellness-Oriented Self-Care Sanctuaries in Asia to Nourish the Soul

These 11 locales in Asia that not only encapsulate the essence of holistic self-care, but also serve as gateways to some of the world's most revered well-being traditions.

Features 6 min.

Then and Now: 5 Traditional Cooking Techniques That Define Philippine Flavor

From kinilaw to ihaw, here are the cooking techniques that make Philippine food taste the way it does — and where to try them.

Dining Out 3 min.

How MICHELIN Restaurants Reimagine Classic Filipino Flavors as Drinks

From traditional brews to playful cocktails, MICHELIN restaurants across the Philippines reinterpret familiar flavors — turning everyday comforts into inventive, distinctly local drinks.

Travel 1 min.

What Is Kyo-Sushi And Where To Find It In Kyoto

Kyo-sushi is Kyoto’s elegant take on sushi, rooted in local ingredients, seasonal restraint, and centuries-old techniques unique to the city’s refined cuisine.

Dining Out 2 min.

5 Must-Try MICHELIN Street Eats in Da Nang

From velvety porridge to bouncy noodles and iconic local delights, these unmissable MICHELIN street food spots in Da Nang serve up the city’s best bites.