Toronto Gets Michelin-Star Treatment

Toronto will see its first Michelin stars this fall

Toronto is all abuzz with the news that the Michelin Guide will make its first appearance in Canada's largest city this fall. 

Gwendal Poullennec, director of the international guides was in Toronto to make the announcement, and on hand were celebrity chefs Daniel Boulud and Alvin Leung. Boulud's Daniel restaurant in New York has two stars, while Leung's Bo Innovation in Hong Kong used to have three at one point, and is a judge on MasterChef Canada.

Leung, Boulud and Michelin Man at the event

"For the first time in its history, the Michelin Guide lands in Canada, and our inspectors are excited to experience the impressive culinary landscape of Toronto," said Poullennec. "This first selection for Canada's largest city, and our first in the country, will represent the local flavours, international inspiration, and distinct creativity that makes Toronto's dining scene world-class."

Hmmm he seems to hint that there could be guides in other cities -- Montreal perhaps? Vancouver?

Meanwhile Toronto mayor John Tory said this would help put the city on the culinary map for foodies to descend on Hogtown.

"This is an exciting moment for our city as Toronto will become the first Michelin Guide destination in Canada," Tory said. "This further bolsters our reputation as a world destination for food and cuisine. Our diverse city, along with the many renowned chefs who call Toronto home, have helped us get to this point and to be able to showcase all of the wonderful restaurants."

Toronto first Canadian city, who's next?

It has been long believed that Michelin will come to a city when the metropolis shells out for the guide through its tourism commission. 

And in Toronto's case, Michelin is teaming up with Destination Toronto -- a City of Toronto partner that promotes tourism and local businesses...