As a Wellingtonian, Michelin's Bib Gourmand list missed the mark

OPINION: Michelin says Bib Gourmand restaurants should provide 'great value for money'.

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OpinionOpinion byJanhavi GosaviJournalist·NZ Herald·3 Jul, 2026 12:46 AM4 mins to readJanhavi Gosavi is a Wellington-based journalist for the New Zealand Herald who covers news in the capital.‌When New Zealand’s first Michelin Guide was released three days ago, the award category that my wallet and I were most invested in was the Bib Gourmand.

A lesser-known Michelin status, inspectors award the Bib status to quality restaurants that display great value for money, among other selection criteria.

As a Wellingtonian, Michelin's Bib Gourmand list missed the mark

As a Wellingtonian, Michelin's Bib Gourmand list missed the mark

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