Explore the Michelin star criteria for excellence in the US culinary scene
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Here is an exploration of the stringent criteria for restaurants getting Michelin stars by delving into culinary excellence, innovation and dining distinction.
Restaurants cannot apply for Michelin stars; they are selected through a meticulous process. Inspectors visit anonymously, usually multiple times, to experience the menu fully. The decision-making process involves a team of inspectors and experts, ensuring a comprehensive and fair evaluation. A woman holds the "Mumbai" hot dog from the recently opened GoXO food truck from a famous chef with three Michelin stars, David Muñoz, for his restaurant DiverXO. (Marcos del Mazo/LightRocket via Getty Images) Britain's winner of three Michelin stars, Clare Smyth, poses for a portrait at her restaurant in West London May 13, 2021. The 42-year-old became the first British woman chef to be awarded three Michelin stars. Only four British chefs have achieved this honor. (Justin Tallis/AFP via Getty Images)
But how exactly do restaurants ascend to this pinnacle of gourmet recognition?