In the culinary world, few accolades inspire as much reverence—or as much debate—as the Michelin star. For many chefs and restaurateurs, a star is the pinnacle of recognition, the crowning jewel in a career of precision, sacrifice, and artistry. But behind the shimmering façade lies a grimmer truth: the star that elevates can also overwhelm, exhaust, an…
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