Texas Michelin Stars, Foodie Road Trips & Alinea Dreams with Drew Stephenson

Everything is bigger in Texas—including the appetite for Michelin-starred dining. When Michelin finally awarded stars to restaurants in the Lone Star State, food lover Drew Stephenson set himself an ambitious challenge: eat at every single one. In this episode of Supper with Sylvia , Drew joins Sylvia Perez to share what inspired his Michelin quest (even with a newborn at home), how he managed the ultimate foodie road trip across Texas, and which restaurants truly stood out. Drew takes us behind the scenes of his six-week culinary marathon, where he dined at all 15 Michelin-starred restaurants in Texas , from Austin’s quirky Barley Swine to Houston’s storytelling-driven March , and Dallas’ elegant omakase at Tatsu . He also reflects on his Chicago fine-dining experiences, including Alinea —which he calls the best meal of his life. Whether you’re a Texas local, a Chicago foodie, or a Michelin fan, this episode is packed with insider picks, road trip stories, and a passion for dining that will leave you hungry for more. Follow Drew on Instagram: @DrewTheFoodGuy What You’ll Learn in This Episode Why Michelin’s arrival in Texas was a foodie milestone Drew’s top 2 Texas Michelin restaurants you must visit How he managed to hit all 15 starred spots in just six weeks What it really costs to dine Michelin-style in Texas Why Chicago’s Alinea still ranks as his number one dining experience Balancing foodie adventures with life as a new dad 📌Check out SupperwithSylvia on Instagram. 📩Email us at SupperwithSylvia@gmail.com This episode is brought to you by MARIANO'S. 🛒 Proudly Sponsored by Mariano’s Looking for local flavor you can bring home? Discover chef-crafted sauces, pastas, oils, and more from your favorite Chicago chefs — now available through Mariano’s We Love Local program. Support local artisans, savor authentic taste, and celebrate Chicago’s culinary spirit with every bite. 👉 Explore Mariano’s We Love Local Products Social Media Marketing: Magali Blasdell Video and Audio Editor: Donnie Cutting Marketing and Media Relations: Julie Lokun Producer: Jennifer Waters