Seoul dining + Macao fest

The MICHELIN Guide staged its Seoul & Busan 2026 unveiling at SIGNIEL Busan as part of a program marking the guide’s 10th anniversary in Korea. (guide.michelin.com) Inspectors recognised 46 Michelin-starred restaurants this year — broken down as one three-star, ten two-star and 35 one-star establishments, with Seoul accounting for 42 of those starred venues. (guide.michelin.com) Mingles under chef Kang Min‑goo held onto Korea’s sole three‑star status, while Mosu and Sosuheon were among the notable promotions into the two‑star tier. (guide.michelin.com) The guide also emphasised accessible dining: this edition names 71 Bib Gourmand restaurants and lists 116 MICHELIN Selected addresses across Seoul and Busan to spotlight value-driven and approachable options. (guide.michelin.com) Macao’s International Cities of Gastronomy Fest has brought together about 38 UNESCO Creative Cities of Gastronomy from 22 countries plus ten other UNESCO Creative Cities, according to the Macao Government Tourism Office. (dst.gov.mo) The Fest’s program features five headline strands — including an International Gastronomy Promenade, a City of Gastronomy Showcase, an International Gastronomy Forum, and new additions named the World Wines Lounge and the Global Goodies Market — staged across venues such as the Roman Amphitheatre Square and Legend Boulevard. (macaotourism.gov.mo) Macao’s opening ceremony included officials Maria Helena de Senna Fernandes (MGTO) and Denise Bax (UCCN), and drew public-facing ambassadors including Khaby Lame to promote the city’s role in the UNESCO Creative Cities Network. (dst.gov.mo) A newly introduced community venue runs along Rua de Cantão and Rua de Xangai in ZAPE to expand the Fest beyond the Fisherman’s Wharf site, with daily programming and extended weekend hours set by the organisers. (macaotourism.gov.mo)