Michelin announced the arrival of the Michelin Guide in Aotearoa New Zealand, marking its first expansion into Oceania. The inaugural edition will cover four vibrant culinary destinations: Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, and Queenstown.

Set to be unveiled in mid-2026, the restaurant selection process is already under way, as Michelin Guide Inspectors are currently on the ground, dining anonymously to identify the best restaurants that showcase the unique character of Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, and Queenstown's culinary scenes.

Gwendal Poullennec, International Director of the Michelin Guide states: "We are thrilled to bring the Michelin Guide to Aotearoa New Zealand for the very first time. The country offers a rich and diverse culinary landscape, shaped by its indigenous Mā

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