International Director of The MICHELIN Guides | Gwendal Poullennec 155

Podcast briefing

Gwendal Poullennec discusses the impact of the MICHELIN Guide on the culinary industry, particularly in Saudi Arabia, and shares insights on the challenges of balancing work and personal life while traveling extensively.

In this episode, Gwendal Poullennec, International Director of the MICHELIN Guides, talks about the rigorous demands of working for the guide, the economic impact it has on local culinary scenes, and his experiences in various markets, including Japan and Saudi Arabia. He emphasizes the importance of quality in restaurants and the guide's role in promoting culinary tourism.