Michelin and Travel South USA today revealed that the MICHELIN Guide American South is coming in 2025 to six states in the American South as part of a new regional approach. The geographic scope includes six states -Alabama, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee—in addition to the pre-existing Atlanta Guide. Visit Lake Charles is a supporting partner of the state of Louisiana.
Kyle Edmiston, president and CEO of Visit Lake Charles, shared, “Restaurants across Louisiana, including Lake Charles, are under consideration for this prized recognition. While there is no guarantee that any restaurants will receive the coveted recognition in the MICHELIN Guide, we believe the culinary scene in Lake Charles is worthy of consideration and are proud to partner with our state and Travel South USA on this initiative. We look forward to aligning with one of the most well-respected travel brands in the world.”
By launching this regional approach, the MICHELIN Guide is going beyond the urban areas to better uncover the region's authentic food culture. Travel South USA, participating state tourism offices, and DMOs will collaborate on marketing efforts to promote authentic Southern cuisine to domestic and international travelers, including food enthusiasts. The American South is a culturally diverse region with a vibrant culinary scene. It boasts everything from fine dining experiences to creative takes on Southern staples to international favorites.
The MICHELIN Guide’s anonymous Inspectors are already in the field, making dining reservations and scouting for regional culinary gems.
The full 2025 restaurant selection will be revealed later this year during the annual MICHELIN Guide Ceremony for the American South.
###
About
About Travel South USA: Travel South USA is America’s oldest and largest regional travel promotion organization, formed in 1965 by a resolution presented at the Southern Governor’s Conference. The long-standing regional collaboration of the state tourism offices of Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia provides a foundation to positively position tourism as a vital and dynamic element in the region’s economic development. Tourism ranks throughout the region as one of the top industries behind manufacturing and agriculture, and is responsible for $220 billion in spending by visitors, generating 1.56 million direct jobs, and more than $15.5 billion in state and local taxes.
About Visit Lake Charles: Visit Lake Charles, the official destination marketing organization for Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana, is the only organization in Southwest Louisiana providing advocacy, promotion, and education for the tourism industry. For more information on Visit Lake Charles and things to see and do in Louisiana’s Playground, log on to www.visitlakecharles.org.
