Core Insights - The first Michelin Food Festival in Guangdong has opened in Shenzhen, featuring 8 Michelin restaurants and 17 local star restaurants, highlighting the city's culinary diversity and appeal [1][2] - The event aims to position Luohu District as a core area for international consumption, with plans for more high-impact international events in the future [1] - The Michelin Guide will include Shenzhen for the first time in 2026, merging it with the Guangzhou guide to release the "2026 Guangzhou and Shenzhen Michelin Guide" [2] Group 1 - The Michelin Food Festival attracted over 6,000 visitors within just three hours of its opening [2] - The festival showcases popular dishes like "Zhong Shui Jiao" from the Michelin-starred restaurant Song, which gained popularity through the variety show "Yi Fan Feng Shen" [1] - The event reflects the growing trend of using food as a means to enhance a city's cultural and tourism appeal, similar to other cities known for their unique culinary offerings [1]