In the world of food, the World’s 50 Best Restaurant Awards are like the Oscars. It’s the biggest annual event celebrating the best of the best from around the world. And, just like the Oscars, it’s not without its issues.
The first being what the awards actually stand for. In the beginning, it aimed to rival the Michelin Guide, which is often criticised for being inaccessible, not diverse enough and favouring a classic French cooking style. Michelin can also make or break a restaurant. Winning a star is one thing, retaining it quite another.
