NEW ORLEANS — Despite being a city defined by world-class cuisine, New Orleans has never been home to a restaurant with a Michelin Star until now.

The Michelin Guide, a guide created by the tire company of the same name, designates excellence to a select few restaurants in certain geographic areas. On Monday, the guide expanded into the American South, welcoming 11 restaurants to its catalog of celebrated eateries, including three in New Orleans.

Emeril's, Saint-Germain and Zasu all joined the list of Michelin Star recipients, with Creole eatery Emeril's being the only new inductee to receive a two-star distinction.

"The cuisine of the American South is a rich blend of cultural influences, brought to life by skilled chefs who have crafted some of the region’s most iconic dishes,” Gwenda

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