“It’s the most meaningful recognition that I’ve received in my career,” said Crawford. “We’re incredibly humbled and it is a surreal moment in time for me.”<\/p>\n
“This is a major award for the Triangle food scene,” said Brewery Bhavana Chef Chun Shi.<\/p>\n
Shi was once a computer programmer, working and living in China. In her 40s, she decided to give up a lucrative career to follow her passion for cooking in America.<\/p>\n
I’m so thrilled. It’s such an honor.<\/p>\n
Chef Chun Shi, Brewery Bhavana<\/p>\n
She brought the flavors of her homeland to the kitchen of Brewery Bhavana.<\/p>\n
The restaurant was also recognized by Michelin.<\/p>\n
“Never in my wildest dreams did I think that Michelin would take an interest,” said Shi. “I’m so thrilled. It’s such an honor.”<\/p>\n
Tamasha Indian Restaurant<\/a> is another spot that received the accolade.<\/p>\n “We have more responsibility now. We have to raise the bar,” said Tamasha Co-Owner Mike Kathrani.<\/p>\n The state tourism department, Visit North Carolina<\/a>, says all of these Michelin recognitions will strengthen the economy and make it a foodie destination.<\/p>\n “It’s an amazing opportunity for the whole state of North Carolina,” said Visit North Carolina Spokesperson Scott Peacock. Michelin is a global bill opportunity. It’s a global platform. Travelers from all over the world look for and seek out Michelin-starred and Big Gourmand and Recommended restaurants to not only dine out when they’re in places, but also to plan trips around.”<\/p>\n SEE ALSO | VisitRaleigh celebrates record-breaking year: ‘Tourism’s back<\/a><\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/18110548_MichelinRestaurants5.jpg\"\/)
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