"From Tires to Stars: The Evolution of the Michelin Guide"
The Michelin Guide, originally created by the Michelin tire company to boost car travel in France, has evolved into an influential restaurant rating system. The guide's rankings, established in the 1930s, have become highly sought after by chefs and restaurant owners worldwide. While receiving a Michelin star can significantly boost a restaurant's reputation and business, it also brings intense pressure to maintain the rating. Inspectors, who remain anonymous, meticulously evaluate restaurants based on specific criteria, and the guide's influence has sparked both praise and criticism within the culinary industry.