Fifteen New Zealand restaurants awarded Michelin stars
The only New Zealand restaurant to earn two Michelin stars last night says it's already been inundated with bookings and enquiries, after receiving one of the world's highest culinary honours.
Queenstown's Essence by Roki topped New Zealand's inaugural Michelin Guide, getting two stars, with 14 restaurants awarded one star. But the guide's rare three-star accolade remains out of reach, for now. Senior reporter Juliet Speedy was at the awards.
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AI GeneratedNew Zealand has launched its inaugural Michelin Guide, recognizing 110 restaurants. Essence by Roki in Queenstown emerged as the top venue, becoming the only restaurant in the country to earn two stars. The guide aims to elevate New Zealand's global culinary profile and attract tens of thousands of additional international tourists.