CELEBRATING THE STARS OF THE KITCHEN

Sub-Zero and Wolf proudly joins the MICHELIN Guide Manila and Environs | Cebu 2026 as an exclusive event partner in the Kitchen Appliances category – marking a new chapter in the story of Filipino culinary excellence.

[L-R] MICHELIN Guide Ceremony main stage, MICHELIN Guide Management and Philippine Department of Tourism.Photo credit: MICHELIN Guide.

Last February 2025, anonymous inspectors of the MICHELIN Guide arrived in the Philippines to begin their culinary journey in uncovering the country’s most remarkable dining destinations. The MICHELIN Guide Manila and Environs | Cebu 2026 was launched on October 30, 2025, in a one-day celebration held at the Marriott Grand Ballroom in Pasay City. The launch of the MICHELIN Guide in the Philippines marks more than just a recognition of culinary excellence, it serves as a global platform for showcasing Filipino talent and the Philippines’ rising prominence on the world’s culinary stage.

Brothers Andre and Edouard Michelin founded their tire company with a vision to advance the French automobile industry. To encourage travel and in turn, tire sales, they created a guide offering motorists useful information such as maps, petrol stations, and lodging or dining options. Over time, their restaurant listings grew traction and became a standout, leading the brothers to hire a team of mystery diners to visit and review restaurants anonymously. This marked the beginning of the prestigious MICHELIN Guide as we know it today.

International Director of The MICHELIN Guide, Gwendal Poullennec.Photo credit: MICHELIN Guide.

The MICHELIN Guide Ceremony was a momentous occasion recognizing the remarkable talents of Filipino chefs and restaurateurs. For the first time ever, restaurants in the Philippines were awarded their long-awaited MICHELIN Stars with one restaurant earning the prestigious Two MICHELIN Stars, eight restaurants receiving One MICHELIN Star, 25 Bib Gourmand distinctions (awarded to restaurants offering high quality, good value cooking, at a reasonable price), and 74 MICHELIN Selected restaurants recognized for their outstanding culinary standards.

See the full list of awarded and recognized restaurants in the MICHELIN Guide Manila and Environs | Cebu 2026

2026 MICHELIN Star Awardees. Photo credit: MICHELIN Guide.

Sub-Zero and Wolf proudly joined as the exclusive Event Partner of the MICHELIN Guide Ceremony Manila and Environs | Cebu 2026 in the Kitchen Appliances Category, reinforcing its shared commitment to culinary excellence and innovation. This partnership is built on shared passion for craftsmanship, performance, and the pursuit of perfection in the culinary arts. It represents a meeting of two worlds driven by the same philosophy: that excellence is achieved through dedication, innovation, and a deep respect for the ingredients and tools that bring each creation to life. Through this collaboration, Sub-Zero and Wolf stand alongside the MICHELIN Guide in honoring the mastery and passion that define the culinary journey.

[L-R] Jean-Francois Darre, Focus Global Inc.Co-Founder and Executive Vice President, Loli Sy, International Director of The MICHELIN Guide, Gwendal Poullennec, Focus Global Inc. Chief Financial Officer, Angela Sy

Sub-Zero and Wolf took part in the MICHELIN Guide Ceremony through an immersive photo experience featuring the Sub-Zero PRO Refrigerator and the Wolf Dual Fuel Range, both icons of precision, performance, and design. Guests were invited to take photos highlighting the Sub-Zero and Wolf as the statement pieces of luxury kitchens. It was a tribute to the true stars of the kitchen: the chefs from MICHELIN Guide recognized restaurants and the exceptional tools that help bring their culinary visions to life. The evening was a celebration of camaraderie, honoring the culinary arts and the boundless talent of Filipino Chefs.

Jordy Navarra, Toyo

Josh Boutwood, Helm

Don Baldosano, Linamnam

Carlos Villaflor, Gallery by Chele Gonzalez

Charles Montanez, Mamacita

Aaron Isip, Kasa Palma

Timothy Flores and Genie Kwon, Kasama Chicago

Angelo Comsti, Offbeat Bistro

JP Angelo, Sarsa MNL

Jordy Navarra, Toyo

Josh Boutwood, Helm

Photos from the Sub-Zero and Wolf booth at the MICHELIN Guide Ceremony.Photo credits: Focus Global Inc., Sub-Zero and Wolf.

Together, Sub-Zero and Wolf, alongside the MICHELIN Guide, aim to inspire culinary excellence, elevate the art of cooking and empower both professional chefs and passionate home cooks to pursue perfection in every creation. The MICHELIN Guide Manila and Environs | Cebu 2026 is just the beginning of Sub-Zero and Wolf’s mark among the stars.

Sub-Zero and Wolf participated as an Event Partner of the MICHELIN Guide Manila and Environs | Cebu 2026.Photo credit: MICHELIN Guide.

To know more about Sub-Zero and Wolf products, you may check their Instagram page, @subzerowolfph. Focus Global, Inc. is the exclusive distributor of Sub-Zero and Wolf here in the Philippines.