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] In May 2026, Apple TV renewed the series for a second season.[8]
Featured restaurants
editStars and ratings as depicted in Knife Edge: Chasing Michelin Stars. Some restaurants had earned or lost their stars after the premier.
New York
edit- Noksu (
) - Coqodaq (Bib Gourmand)
- The Musket Room (None)
Chicago
editNordic
edit- Aure ()
- Knystaforsen ()
- Jordnær (
)
Great Britain and Ireland
editMexico
editItaly
edit- Agriturismo Ferdy ( Takes green michelin star)
- Krèsios (
)
California
edit- Pasta | Bar
- Pasjoli (none, formerly )
- Harbor House ()
References
edit- 1 2 3 4 5 Gumuchian, Marie-Louise (7 October 2025). "Gordon Ramsay's 'Knife Edge' spotlights culinary world's chase for Michelin glory". Reuters.
- ↑ 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.
- ↑ Keller, Joel (2025-10-10). "'Knife Edge: Chasing Michelin Stars' Apple TV Plus Review: Stream It Or Skip It?". Decider. Retrieved 2026-02-18.
- 1 2 Thomas, Mona (24 September 2025). "Michelin Star Food Critics Reveal Their Secrets in New Pressure-Packed Docuseries — Watch the Trailer (Exclusive)". People.
- 1 2 3 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.
- ↑ Woolever, Laurie (2025-10-11). "'Knife Edge: Chasing Michelin Stars' Is 'The Bear' Made Real". Rolling Stone. Retrieved 2026-02-18.
- ↑ 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.
- ↑ Goldbart, Max (May 20, 2026). "'Knife Edge: Chasing Michelin Stars' Season 2 Coming To Apple TV". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved May 20, 2026.