Mexico’s Michelin first
For the first time Michelin Guide Mexico will hold its 2026 awards ceremony in Jalisco — signaling new states debuting in the guide and a rising culinary profile for the region (dondeir.com) (chilango.com).
The MICHELIN Guide confirmed the 2026 Mexico selection ceremony will take place in Jalisco on May 20, 2026 — the first time the national ceremony is hosted in that state. (guide.michelin.com) Organizers named Guadalajara as the host city and the Edén Benavento event space as the venue for the May 20 gala. (foodandtravel.mx) The Guide announced it will add Jalisco, Puebla and Yucatán to its Mexico selection for 2026, expanding the Guide’s evaluated map. (guide.michelin.com) Those three states will join the Guide’s existing Mexican selection of Mexico City, Oaxaca, Baja California, Baja California Sur, Quintana Roo and Nuevo León, bringing the total evaluated territories to nine. (guide.michelin.com) The MICHELIN Guide's Mexican edition was first launched in 2024, and the 2026 expansion continues its national rollout. (guide.michelin.com) The ceremony program will include distinctions such as Michelin Stars, Bib Gourmand and Green Stars for restaurants, while The MICHELIN Keys remain the Guide’s hotel recognition included in its Mexico coverage. (informador.mx) Jalisco authorities cited more than 46,000 food establishments in the state and projected the Guide’s arrival could attract an additional 2.7–3.0 million visitors following publication. (foodandtravel.mx) Gwendal Poullennec, International Director of The MICHELIN Guide, framed the 2026 additions as part of the Guide’s commitment to highlight Mexico’s regional culinary diversity and innovation. (guide.michelin.com)
