World-class honours have been dished out to select New Zealand restaurants, with hopes they'll lead to a much-needed boost for the industry.

Queenstown's Essence has been crowned our only two star Michelin restaurant - alongside 14 others awarded a single star, like Auckland's Tala and Christchurch's Inati.

Ninety-five other venues received the Bib Gourmand and Michelin Selected accolades.

Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper explained how this development will boost tourism.

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World-class honours have been dished out to select New Zealand restaurants, with hopes they'll lead to a much-needed boost for the industry.
Queenstown's Essence has been crowned our only two star Michelin restaurant - alongside 14 others awarded a single star, like Auckland's Tala and Christchurch's Inati.
Ninety-five other venues received the Bib Gourmand and Michelin Selected accolades.
Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper explained how this development will boost tourism.
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Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent on the Kiwi restaurants recognised by the Michelin Guide

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