MICHELIN Guide

30/10/2026

CONGRATULATIONS! The very first Opening of the Year Award in the Philippines goes to new MICHELIN-Selected entry Tadhanà and chef Frances Tariga!

👉🏻 More info here: https://guide.michelin.com/ph/en/article/michelin-guide-ceremony/philippines-full-selection-2027

"With the opening of Tadhanà in 2026, chef Frances Tariga introduces a fresh international perspective to Manila. Tadhanà channels the chef’s global experience into a deeply personal reimagining of Filipino cuisine, expressed through refined techniques and creative presentation. By elevating the Philippines’ culinary traditions through a contemporary lens, the restaurant has inspired new possibilities for the city’s dining scene," said our Inspection team.

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30/10/2026

CONGRATULATIONS! The MICHELIN Guide Manila and Environs | Cebu 2027 Exceptional Cocktails Award goes to Mr. Ron Job Sanchez from MICHELIN-Selected establishment Automat!

👉🏻 More info here: https://guide.michelin.com/ph/en/article/michelin-guide-ceremony/philippines-full-selection-2027

"Mr. Ron Job Sanchez brings exceptional creativity and culinary expertise to his cocktail list, using fermentation, infusion, clarification and fat-washing to craft complex, food-friendly drinks. His clever use of house-made herbal oils and local produce adds distinctive character, creating an inventive cocktail experience that elevates the restaurant’s contemporary cuisine," said our Inspection team.

30/10/2026

CONGRATULATIONS! The MICHELIN Guide Manila and Environs | Cebu 2027 Young Chef Award, presented by WISK Fine Foods, goes to chef Francis Lacson, from the new MICHELIN-Selected restaurant Digámo!

👉🏻 More info here: https://guide.michelin.com/ph/en/article/michelin-guide-ceremony/philippines-full-selection-2027

"A seafarer-turned-chef, Mr. Francis Lacson's exceptional talent and clear vision shine through in his modern expression of Filipino cuisine. With a thoughtful and deeply personal approach, he brings the Philippines' rich history and culinary heritage to life, creating dishes that are refined yet full of character, with a strong sense of place and cultural identity," said our Inspection team.

30/10/2026

CONGRATULATIONS! The MICHELIN Guide Manila and Environs | Cebu 2027 Service Award, presented by Mazda, goes to Mr. Clyde Joshua Zafra from newly recognized MICHELIN Bib Gourmand Tito Boy!

👉🏻 More info here: https://guide.michelin.com/ph/en/article/michelin-guide-ceremony/philippines-full-selection-2027

"Mr. Clyde Joshua Zafra leads his young team with assuredness and energy, instilling a deep understanding of the cuisine that elevates every guest experience. Thoughtful recommendations and polished beverage service are matched by genuine warmth, creating a vibrant style of hospitality that captures the welcoming spirit of Pampanga," said our Inspection team.

29/10/2026

JUST RELEASED: The MICHELIN Guide Manila and Environs | Cebu 2027 continues to grow stronger, celebrating 127 establishments across Metro Manila, Cebu, Cavite and Pampanga! A testament to the region's thriving culinary scene and exceptional talent, the 2027 selection also recognizes 4 Special Award winners, including the Philippines' very first Opening of the Year Award.

Check out the full MICHELIN Guide Manila and Environs | Cebu 2027 restaurant selection here: https://guide.michelin.com/ph/en/article/michelin-guide-ceremony/philippines-full-selection-2027

Check out the Bib Gourmand selection here: https://guide.michelin.com/ph/en/article/michelin-guide-ceremony/philippines-bib-gourmand-2027

Two MICHELIN Stars: 1
One MICHELIN Star: 9 (1 New)
Bib Gourmand: 31 (8 New, 2 Promoted)
MICHELIN-Selected: 86 (18 New)
1 Service Award
1 Young Chef Award
1 Exceptional Cocktails Award
1 Opening of the Year Award (New)

Congratulations to all the restaurants!

28/10/2026

Discover a side of Tokyo you’ve never seen! 🇯🇵​

Tokyo blends its traditions, flavours and crafts with influences from around the world, creating experiences that are distinctly its own.​

Over 48 hours, go beyond the usual sights for hands-on culture, unexpected flavours and local discoveries.​

See Tokyo beyond the familiar. Begin your 48-hour journey here → bit.ly/2DaysInTokyo ​

27/10/2026

Planning your trip to Thailand soon?

From fiery larb in Khon Kaen and rich boat noodles in Ayutthaya to Chiang Mai’s fragrant khao soi, Bangkok’s iconic pad thai and more, these five Thai cities each come with a street food specialty worth traveling for.

ชวนคุณปักหมุด 5 เมืองทั่วไทย ตามกิน 5 เมนูเด็ดริมทางขึ้นชื่อ ที่บินไปกินก็ยอม ตั้งแต่อาหารจานเด็ดประจำถิ่น ไปจนถึงเมนูริมทางที่คนท้องถิ่นภูมิใจ เพราะบางรสชาติ ไปกินที่ไหนก็ไม่เหมือนกินที่ต้นตำรับ

อ่านภาษาไทย: https://bit.ly/5-thai-cities-5-iconic-street-food-dishes-worth-traveling-for

Worth the trip for the food alone: five cities across Thailand and five must-try street food dishes to seek out along the way.

26/10/2026

In Hong Kong, yum cha is more than a meal. It is a daily ritual of sharing tea, catching up and enjoying dim sum together. 🇭🇰​

From bustling local dining rooms to elegant harbour-view restaurants, discover Cantonese classics like siu mai, silky rice rolls and barbecue pork buns, alongside inventive modern creations.​

Explore the different dim sum and yum cha places in the full article → bit.ly/BestDimSumAndYumChaHK ​

25/10/2026

What makes bánh xèo irresistibly crispy?

Discover the secrets behind Vietnam’s golden, sizzling crepe, typically filled with shrimp, pork and bean sprouts, then wrapped in rice paper with fresh herbs and served with a tangy dipping sauce.

From its origins to the best spots to try it, explore the story behind this much-loved dish.

Curious about bánh xèo? Learn what makes Vietnam’s famous crispy crepe unique and where to enjoy it across the country.

24/10/2026

A little heat, a splash of lime, and the magic of Thai fish sauce. 🌶️🇹🇭

Discover nam pla phrik, Thailand's beloved chili fish sauce dip that elevates every meal.

Learn how to make it with three easy recipes and tips from Chef Sujira “Aom” Pongmorn of Khaan in Bangkok, featured in the MICHELIN Guide Thailand 2026.

Read the full story to bring a taste of Thailand to your table.

Thai version: https://bit.ly/4yBNaLu

Here is the secret to making nam pla phrik, the punchy Thai fish sauce dip that elevates every meal — crafted by a Thai MICHELIN restaurant chef.