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Long defined by tradition and the shadow of the world-renowned Chef Paul Bocuse, Lyon is reclaiming its place as one of France’s most dynamic food cities — where heritage and new energy now share the same table.

From a private jet tour of the world’s greatest places to a boutique barge cruise through Burgundy, these over-the-top trips are packed with extravagant dining — and lavish resorts to match.

From Paris to France's remote villages, these 75 newly added affordable restaurants bring gourmet quality to diners at accessible prices, pushing the number of our Bib Gourmand tables across France to 430.

From remote stretches of sand to glamorous urban shores, these are the best beaches in the world — where MICHELIN restaurants and standout luxury hotels turn a seaside escape into something extraordinary.

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.

As the Year of the Horse approaches, we mark the New Year by spotlighting the traditional dishes that return each year across Asia. From dumplings and longevity noodles to sweets symbolizing prosperity, all carry centuries of ritual, as well as hopes of abundance, renewal and conviviality — and we share the best places to eat them today.

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.

Dazzling light displays and family-friendly festive carnivals without a wintry blanket of snow — that’s how Singapore celebrates the year-end holidays.

Kyoto is a city of distinct neighborhoods, each with its own character and appeal. Get to know two of the most iconic, Higashiyama and Arashiyama, with this itinerary blending history, art, natural beauty and culinary delights. You’ll also hear from two international hospitality professionals from MICHELIN Guide establishments who share how these neighborhoods shape their creative lives.

Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten, internationally acclaimed for his boundary-crossing cuisine and flagship restaurants such as Jean-Georges at The Shinmonzen in Kyoto, shares his insider favorites — from udon to tempura to cocktails — alongside stories that shaped his love for the city.

Mauro Colagreco, the chef behind the Three-MICHELIN-Starred Mirazur in Menton, traces his deep-rooted affinity for Japanese culture back to Kyoto — the city where it all began. Now, years later, he’s returned with his family, eager to share the place that first awakened his fascination.

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).

Explore Kyoto with Junko Sakaguchi, okami of Sanso Kyoyamato and MICHELIN Guide Service Award winner, as she shares her favorite spots and traditions.

Kyoto’s an exciting place for food and culture in itself, but it’s also a great base for exploring other parts of Western Japan.

In Gion, Kyoto’s historic geisha district, kaiseki masters, tempura artisans, and MICHELIN-starred chefs serve up tradition with a modern edge.

Kyoto’s ryotei culture traces its roots to the philosophy of wabi-sabi — a reverence for imperfection and impermanence — shaped by tea master Sen no Rikyu in the late 16th century.

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.

Kyoto’s rich culinary heritage goes beyond wagyu and kaiseki, it’s also the best city to try exceptional vegetarian food.