For the first time, Detroit restaurants are becoming eligible for ratings from the famed Michelin guide.
Driving the news: Michelin announced Wednesday it will produce a Michelin Guide for the Great Lakes Region, adding six new cities.
Detroit is joined by Cleveland, Indianapolis, Pittsburgh, Milwaukee and Minneapolis.
Cities and states are helping fund the Michelin Guide's expansion into new regions.
Context: The French tire company has been producing food guides since 1900. It ranks restaurants on a three-star system, and earning stars has arguably become the most sought-after prize in the food industry.
What they're saying: "We know from global trends that destinations included in the Michelin Guide see increased visitation, longer stays and higher visitor spending," Claude Molinari, president & CEO of Visit Detroit, said in a press release.
State of play: Anonymous inspectors are already in the field, Gwendal Poullennec, international director for the Michelin Guide, said during Wednesday's announcement.
What's next: Restaurants for the Great Lakes regional guide will be revealed at a ceremony in 2027.
