Knife Edge: Chasing Michelin Stars

Knife Edge: Chasing Michelin Stars is a 2025 8-episode docuseries following chefs and restaurants vying for recognition by the Michelin Guide.[1][2]

The series follows chef in multiple locations who are trying to achieve recognition from Michelin.[3] Some chefs are attempting to achieve their first Michelin star, and others are attempting to move from one star to two or from two stars to three.[1][4][5] The series moves from the United States, Britain, Italy, Scandinavia, and Mexico as the Michelin season progresses.[1] The show represents the first time the Michelin organization has cooperated with a filming crew.[5]

The show is hosted by Jesse Burgess.[1] It was filmed over a period of twelve months.[5]

The docuseries was executive produced by Gordon Ramsay.[1][6] It premiered in October of 2025 on Apple TV.[4][7]

Stars and ratings as depicted in Knife Edge: Chasing Michelin Stars. Some restaurants had earned or lost their stars after the premier.

New York

Chicago

Nordic

  • Aure ()
  • Knystaforsen ()
  • Jordnær ()

Great Britain and Ireland

Mexico

Italy

  • Agriturismo Ferdy ( Takes green michelin star)
  • Krèsios ()

California

References

  1. ^ a b c d e Gumuchian, Marie-Louise (7 October 2025). "Gordon Ramsay's 'Knife Edge' spotlights culinary world's chase for Michelin glory". Reuters.
  2. ^ Fishman, Scott (2025-11-18). "Chef DJ Is Under Pressure to Deliver in 'Knife Edge: Chasing Michelin Stars' Finale". TV Insider. Retrieved 2026-02-18.
  3. ^ Keller, Joel (2025-10-10). "'Knife Edge: Chasing Michelin Stars' Apple TV Plus Review: Stream It Or Skip It?". Decider. Retrieved 2026-02-18.
  4. ^ a b Thomas, Mona (24 September 2025). "Michelin Star Food Critics Reveal Their Secrets in New Pressure-Packed Docuseries — Watch the Trailer (Exclusive)". People.
  5. ^ a b c Burgess, Noel. "Who Is Jesse Burgess From Apple TV's 'Knife Edge: Chasing Michelin Stars'?". Forbes. Archived from the original on 2025-11-15. Retrieved 2026-02-18.
  6. ^ Woolever, Laurie (2025-10-11). "'Knife Edge: Chasing Michelin Stars' Is 'The Bear' Made Real". Rolling Stone. Retrieved 2026-02-18.
  7. ^ McCarron, Meghan (2025-10-20). "Are Michelin Stars Now an Economic Must, Not Just a Culinary Honor?". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved 2026-02-18.