Michelin Guide could put Cleveland's food scene on the international map

Michelin Guide in ClevelandNext time you go to your favorite Cleveland restaurant, scan the crowd for a single diner, chewing their food in deep concentration. They could be one of the anonymous Michelin Guide inspectors, who have already begun scouring Cleveland and other Midwest cities, including Detroit, Pittsburgh, Milwaukee, Indianapolis and Minneapolis, for impressive culinary talent to be featured in next year's new American Great Lakes Edition. What will Cleveland joining the Michelin Guide mean for restaurants, all vying for that coveted and elusive star rating? A 2025 Ernst and Young study found 82% of chefs said they saw an increase in profits after receiving a star, with 60% saying they were able to recruit new talents. On Thursday's "Sound of Ideas," we'll hear from chefs and others connected to the food scene about what sets Cleveland apart on the international stage. Could this make The Land a destination dining location? And how will this impact native customers experience? Guests:- Jeremy Umansky, Chef & Co-owner, Larder Delicatessen & Bakery- Liu Fang, Chef & Owner, Abundance Culinary- Christina Rufo, Reporter, Cleveland Magazine- Emily Lauer, Vice President, Public Relations, Destination Cleveland The Menu: Filipino FoodNortheast Ohio is home to a vibrant Filipino population, supported by organizations like the Philippine American Society of Ohio and the Filipino American Historical Society, which help connect people through food, history and shared experience. Clevelanders will soon have multiple chances to explore a variety of Filipino cuisines all in one place. On April 25, Brewnuts Donuts and Beer are hosting a mini market showcasing local entrepreneurs. The weekend of May 16, the annual Cleveland Asian Festival returns, where Filipino food will be part of a broader showcase of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month through performances, music and, of course, plenty to eat. We're talking Filipino food on this installment of "The Menu," our biweekly series about Northeast Ohio's food scene, in partnership with Cleveland Magazine. Guests:- Flora Grk, Owner, Tita Flora's- Mariel Bernarte, Owner, Maki Halo- Rhea Doria, Founder and CEO, hi raya!