A Michelin-starred restaurant in South Korea has found itself at the centre of an unusual legal battle after prosecutors sought a one-year prison sentence for its owner over the use of ants as a dessert garnish. Authorities allege the restaurant served around 49,000 imported ants over four years despite ants not being among the insect species approved for human consumption under South Korean law.

Prosecutors on Monday sought a one-year prison term for the owner of a two-Michelin-starred restaurant accused of serving ants that are not approved for use as

A Michelin-starred chef is under scrutiny after allegedly using ants as a garnish in desserts, leading to an investigation and potential jail time.