Michelin Guide 2025 Expands Starred Restaurants Nara, Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, Hangzhou

The 2025 MICHELIN Guides for Nara, Rio de Janeiro & São Paulo, and Hangzhou highlight significant growth and innovation in their respective culinary scenes. Nara maintains four Two-MICHELIN-Starred restaurants and welcomes three new One-Star restaurants that showcase local ingredients and culinary traditions, such as à plus and VILLA COMMUNICO, emphasizing regional flavors and history. Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo continue to shine with five restaurants renewing their Two-Star status and four new One-Star additions, reflecting Brazil's evolving gastronomic landscape driven by young talent and service excellence. Hangzhou celebrates the debut of its first Two MICHELIN Star restaurant and MICHELIN Green Star, illustrating a revival of traditional cuisine alongside innovative dining concepts, with a notable increase in new establishments. Gwendal Poullennec, International Director of the MICHELIN Guide, underscores the importance of local culture, ingredients, and hospitality in shaping these dynamic food scenes and the ongoing quest for culinary excellence. Each guide edition not only honors established leaders but also embraces new talents and sustainable practices, signaling vibrant future prospects across these diverse regions.