MANILA – A total of 27 new restaurants across Cebu, Metro Manila and nearby areas have been included in the latest MICHELIN Guide in the Philippines, joining other Philippines-based establishments listed in the prestigious gastronomy book.
The second edition of the MICHELIN Guide Manila and Environs & Cebu 2027 launched on Thursday features 127 establishments, including 10 MICHELIN-Starred, 31 MICHELIN Bib Gourmand, and 86 MICHELIN-Selected restaurants.
FLOW earned One MICHELIN Star, joining all restaurants that successfully retain their distinctions.
The new MICHELIN-Selected restaurants are Abé (Taguig), Bombvinos Bodega, Digámo, Elaia by Cyma, Haliya, Idalia, Kong, Liyab, Makanai, Mila’s Tokwa’t Baboy (San Andres), Souq, Tadhanà, Cyria’s Kandingan, Kokeek’s Manokan, Kumedor, Marjo’s Pochero, Oyster Bay, and Playa (Gov. M. Cuenco Avenue); while the new MICHELIN Bib Gourmand Selection establishments are АТО-АН (promoted), Kalipay!, Tatang’s Lechon, Apag Marangle, Azela (Manila), Balay Dako, Bawai’s Vietnamese Kitchen, BUTCHER BOY (promoted), C.H.E. Bacolod Chicken House Express and Tito Boy.
In the second edition, inspectors observed a “growing confidence, diversity, and culinary identity” in the Philippine dining scene.
MICHELIN also noted that chefs have increasingly drawn inspiration from local ingredients, traditions and regional heritage, while a new generation of talent continues to elevate the country’s gastronomic landscape.
“The Philippines continues to impress with the way its culinary scene is evolving while remaining deeply connected to its roots. Our Inspectors found chefs expressing a growing confidence in showcasing local ingredients, traditions and regional flavors, while bringing fresh perspectives and creativity to their craft,” said Gwendal Poullennec, International Director of the MICHELIN Guide.
“The result is a dining landscape that is increasingly diverse, distinctive and reflective of the country’s rich gastronomic heritage,” the executive added.
MICHELIN said Filipino cuisine accounted for nearly 60 percent of newly selected establishments included in the list. (Joyce Ann L. Rocamora/PNA)
