Overview
- Michelin confirmed its first Australian edition will focus on South Australia after a multimillion‑dollar deal with the state government.
- Anonymous inspectors are already eating across the state to pick venues for the 2027 guide, with the selection to be revealed in Adelaide in October 2026.
- The guide will use its star system and Bib Gourmand for value picks, publish results online only, and judge on ingredient quality, technique, flavor harmony, chef personality and consistency.
- Tourism Australia earlier rejected a reported $40 million five‑year proposal, while comparable launches saw New Zealand pay around $2.5 million in its first year and Thailand about $6.7 million.
- Supporters expect a tourism boost, with Minister Emily Bourke and industry group ARCA backing the move, as others call for proof of broad benefits and weigh it against Australia’s existing Good Food Guide ‘hats’ awards.