The Secretary of Tourism for the Mexican government, Josefina Rodríguez Zamora, participated in the announcement of the inclusion of the states of Jalisco, Yucatán, and Puebla in the Michelin Guide Mexico, one of the world’s most influential gastronomic publications.
“When gastronomy achieves international recognition like the Michelin Guide, tourism in these destinations is also strengthened. It is also a recognition of the greatness of our traditional cuisine, our gastronomic richness, and the talent of our chefs, who keep alive the recipes, flavors, and identity that make Mexico a unique destination in the world. More and more travelers are choosing where to go based on their culinary experiences, which generates greater economic benefits and opportunities for local communities,” she emphasized.
The head of the Ministry of Tourism (Sectur) highlighted that the inclusion of these states reflects the richness, diversity, and quality of Mexican cuisine, as well as opening new opportunities to position the country’s destinations among travelers seeking high-level gastronomic experiences.
Accompanied by the national president of Canirac, Ignacio Alarcón Rodríguez Pacheco, she reiterated that gastronomy has become one of Mexico’s main tourist attractions and a strategic element for boosting regional development.
“Mexican cuisine has become a powerful travel motivator. More and more tourists are choosing their destinations based on internationally recognized culinary experiences. It is estimated that around 30 percent of a traveler’s spending is on food and beverages,” she explained.
Rodríguez Zamora added that this recognition also helps strengthen Mexico’s presence as a global gastronomic leader, while promoting the professionalization of the sector and expanding opportunities for the communities involved in the food value chain.
Prior to this addition, the Michelin Guide Mexico included six states: Mexico City, Oaxaca, Baja California, Baja California Sur, Quintana Roo, and Nuevo León, with 21 restaurants boasting one Michelin star, two restaurants with two Michelin stars (Pujol and Quintonil), as well as 50 Bib Gourmand mentions and 108 recommended restaurants.
With the inclusion of Jalisco, Yucatán, and Puebla, Mexico continues to expand its presence in this prestigious guide, reinforcing its position as one of the world’s leading gastronomic destinations.
The announcement was attended by the Secretary of Tourism of Puebla, Carla López-Malo Villalón; of Jalisco, Michelle Fridman Hirsch; and of Yucatán, Darío Flota Ocampo. as well as the national vice president of Canirac, Fernando Olivera Rocha, and the Michelin Guide liaison in Mexico, Daniela Mijares Martínez and the vice president of Business Development of the Michelin Guide, Chris Gledhill, among others.
Source: puebla
