Buzz

Despite the prestigious Michelin Guide’s expansion to similar-sized cities, don’t expect its shiny stars to show up in the Twin Cities anytime soon.

State of play: The Cities have received national recognition from organizations including the James Beard Awards and the New York Times, but have yet to receive acclaim from the Michelin Guide — the international reviewer that awards Michelin stars to the world’s best restaurants.

• The guide has recently expanded to Tampa Bay, Florida, and Denver, and will include Atlanta later this year, according to the New York Times.

Why it matters: Michelin stars are among the top honors a restaurant can receive, and having starred restaurants can boost a city’s culinary tourism and public image.

The catch: Bringing Michelin to town can come with a hefty price tag.