Take a Delicious Bite of the Big Apple with the 2014 Michelin Guide

I'm really starting to believe that the Michelin brothers, Édouard and André, were psychic. They accurately predicted how food obsessed we would be in the 21st century when they published the first Michelin guide in 1900 to help hungry motorists find a tasty spot to eat. Most NYC residents don't drive but we'll gladly battle crowded subways and chatty cabbies to get to the best meals in town. The 2014 and ninth edition of the Michelin Guide to New York City Restaurants ($18.99) was just released and, with recommendations for almost 950 restaurants, it is a must-have for locals and visitors. As a new brand ambassador for Michelin, I'm enjoying getting to know more about the brand and I used the guides extensively during my recent trip to France - the birthplace of the Michelin Guide.

As I flip through the 2014 NYC guide, I am really impressed by the diversity of restaurants. In true New York fashion, the Michelin Guide covers a wide variety of cuisine and goes beyond Manhattan to spotlight restaurants in Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island, and the Bronx. Very user-friendly, the 2014 NYC Michelin Guide can be searched by neighborhood, cuisine, and even has listings for brunch and late-night dining.


I attended the launch party for the 2014 NYC Michelin Guide and was so excited to meet a legendary chef that I've long admired from afar: Eric Ripert of Le Bernardin (3 Michelin Stars, the highest possible rating). His Seared Langoustine, Mâche & Wild Mushroom Salad with Shaved Foie Gras and White Balsamic Vinaigrette was so delicious that I had seconds! 


While starred restaurants like Le Bernardin, Aquavit, and Daniel garner special attention because of the exceptional quality and consistency of their cuisine, the Michelin guide doesn't just focus on pricey dining experiences. Restaurants in the Bib Gourmand section highlight the Michelin inspectors' favorites for good value and where for $40 or less you can enjoy two courses and a glass of wine or dessert. For an even more affordable meal, there is also a section of Under $25 restaurants.

Some of my favorite restaurants are listed in the 2014 New York City Michelin Guide and I'm looking forward to following their recommendations to discover some new places. Stay tuned - I'll be featuring those reviews on my site.

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