Munchies Magazine

Michelin Star

3 articles

A meticulously prepared dish sits under a spotlight in a professional kitchen, symbolizing the pursuit of a Michelin star.
Chefs & Personalities

Michelin Star: What Aspiring Chefs Should Know

Jeju Noodle Bar in New York City, a humble noodle shop, was blindsided by a Michelin star, becoming the first U.

Finn Campbell·September 13, 2026
A discreet doggy bag placed on a table in an elegant, dimly lit Michelin-starred restaurant, symbolizing a shift towards sustainability.
Restaurants

Sustainability Redefines Luxury: Upscale Dining's Doggy Bag Shift

At a Michelin-starred restaurant in New York, a single untouched bread basket, enough for two people, is discarded nightly, contributing to the 1.

Julian Vance·June 29, 2026
An exquisitely presented tasting menu dish at Meju, Queens' only Michelin-starred Korean fine dining establishment.
Restaurants

Meju Queens Korean Restaurant Earns Coveted Michelin Star

A single restaurant in Long Island City, Meju, now holds the distinction of being Queens' only Michelin-starred establishment.

Finn Campbell·May 20, 2026