Mr. Speaker, they are joining the ranks of culinary greats such as Paul Bocuse, Anne-Sophie Pic and Alain Ducasse.
I am talking about our Quebec chefs who were recently honoured by the prestigious Michelin Guide. On May 15, nine restaurants in Quebec were awarded stars. Tanière3, a true Quebec City institution, made a big splash by getting two stars on its first try, while ARVI, Kebec Club Privé, Laurie Raphaël, Légende, Jérôme Ferrer—Europea, Mastard, Sabayon and Narval were each awarded one star.
These coveted red plaques are more than just a decoration; they are proof of our culinary talent. Our culinary creativity and identity are on par with that of Paris, Tokyo and New York. Quebec's restaurant industry is an economic gem, a driver of tourism and an ambassador for our culture.
I want to extend my heartfelt congratulations to all of these restaurants.