The Oscars of the dining industry were awarded Wednesday evening in San Diego. The coveted Michelin Stars were awarded in a ceremony that unveiled the California ratings.
According to the Michelin Guide, restaurants may receive one to three Michelin stars for exemplary food. Chefs and their restaurants are rated based on five criteria: quality of the ingredients used, mastery of flavor and cooking techniques, the personality of the chef in the cuisine, harmony of flavors and consistency between visits.
Sacramento restaurants, Localis and The Kitchen, retained their one-star status. The Kitchen has had a star since 2019, whereas Localis got its star in 2022. Localis chef-owner Chris Barnum-Dann of Localis also received the Michelin Sommelier Award at the Michelin Guide California Ceremony in Sacramento last year…