American Airlines is helping AAdvantage® members discover the world through a new lens: cuisine. Today, American and the MICHELIN Guide announced an exclusive partnership designed to bring members closer to the people, places and flavors that make every destination unique. By combining the world’s largest airline loyalty program with the world’s most respected authority in dining, the two brands will create unique experiences that celebrate the connection between travel, culture and exceptional cuisine.
From intimate dinners with renowned chefs to supporting the culinary industry through MICHELIN Guide ceremonies and unparalleled private culinary trips, the partnership will unlock new ways for members to experience destinations beyond the flight itself. Whether discovering a city’s culinary scene or connecting with celebrated chefs, AAdvantage® members will unlock unforgettable experiences that bring travel to life, one remarkable meal at a time.
Together, American and Michelin will introduce:
- Exclusive dining experiences: AAdvantage® members will have opportunities to redeem miles for intimate, chef-led dining events featuring some of the world’s most celebrated culinary talent. Created in collaboration with the MICHELIN Guide, each experience will offer guests rare access to exceptional MICHELIN-Starred restaurant collaborations, innovative menus and the stories behind them. Members can save the date for the first three experiences, planned for:
- February 2027: Los Angeles
- April 2027: Miami
- June 2027: Chicago
- MICHELIN Guide moments: American is the official and exclusive restaurant partner for the U.S. MICHELIN Guide Ceremonies, landmark events that recognize the chefs and restaurants shaping the culinary landscape through MICHELIN Stars, Bib Gourmand awards and other the MICHELIN Guide honors. Through this partnership, American will support and celebrate culinary professionals during some of the industry’s most significant moments, helping spotlight culinary excellence while reinforcing the connection between premium travel and world-class dining.
- Exclusive culinary journeys: AAdvantage® members will have opportunities to redeem miles for bespoke culinary travel experiences designed in collaboration with the MICHELIN Guide. Crafted by MICHELIN Guide experts and informed by the knowledge of its inspectors, each journey will provide privileged access to some of the world’s most celebrated chefs, hotels and wineries through fully customized itineraries and one-of-a-kind experiences. Members can save the date for the inaugural culinary journey to Porto, Portugal, in September 2027, timed to coincide with American’s launch of service to the destination.
“At the MICHELIN Guide, we believe exceptional dining has the power to inspire discovery, foster meaningful connections and create lasting memories,” said MICHELIN Guide’s International Director Gwendal Poullennec. “With this partnership, we’re excited to bring travelers closer to the people, places and culinary experiences that make every journey extraordinary.”
For more than a century, American has connected customers to destinations and experiences across the globe. Today, the airline continues to invest in every step of the customer journey, from premium cabins and modern lounges to elevated inflight dining and personalized loyalty experiences. The MICHELIN Guide partnership represents the next evolution of that commitment, creating new opportunities for members to engage with the AAdvantage® program through experiences that celebrate culture, discovery and connection.