Sysco partners with The MICHELIN Guide for the 2025 Carolinas MICHELIN Guide Ceremony

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Sysco (NYSE:SYY) is partnering with The MICHELIN Guide for the 2025 MICHELIN Guide Carolinas Ceremony on November 3, 2025 in Greenville, S.C.

Sysco will serve as the official wholesale food distributor, showcase premium products and culinary expertise, and Sysco Carolinas Region President Matt Jacobson will present the MICHELIN Guide Young Chef Award. The inaugural Guide for the American South covers South Carolina, North Carolina, Alabama, Tennessee, Louisiana and Mississippi (and the pre-existing Atlanta Guide).

Sysco previously partnered with MICHELIN at the inaugural Texas ceremony in November 2024 and said it is committed to supporting emerging chefs with products and solutions.

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Sysco's sponsorship of the inaugural 2025 MICHELIN Guide Carolinas ceremony highlights marketing and customer-facing support but has limited direct financial implications.

Sysco gains branded exposure among high-end restaurateurs and chefs across the Carolinas and expanded Southern footprint by presenting at the Nov. 03, 2025 ceremony. The company will showcase product quality and will present the MICHELIN Guide Young Chef Award, reinforcing relationships with existing customers and prospective fine-dining buyers.

Benefits depend on conversion of visibility into repeat sales and broader account wins; the release provides no revenue, cost, contract length, or exclusivity details so the financial impact is unclear. Watch for follow-up disclosures of quantified partnership terms, regional sales trends, or named customer wins in the next 12 months.

HOUSTON, Nov. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sysco Corporation, the official wholesale food distributor for the prestigious MICHELIN Guide in the Carolinas, is honored to partner to announce the recipients of Michelin’s coveted stars.

This partnership will be celebrated at the 2025 MICHELIN Guide Carolinas Ceremony on November 3 in Greenville, S.C., which will showcase Sysco’s high-quality, premium products and culinary expertise.

The MICHELIN Guide is renowned for its coveted ratings and in-depth reviews of restaurants worldwide, representing the pinnacle of gastronomic achievement. The November 3 ceremony is the inaugural MICHELIN Guide for the American South and will encompass South Carolina, North Carolina, Alabama, Tennessee, Louisiana and Mississippi, as well as the pre-existing Atlanta Guide.

“We are honored to partner with the MICHELIN Guide to honor chefs whose extraordinary culinary achievements bring families together, create lifelong memories and experiences, helping to create new memories and experiences for families around this great city and the world,” said Sysco Carolinas Region President Matt Jacobson.

“Seeing some of our customers reach this great pinnacle of culinary excellence is a privilege, and we are delighted to join and support them as they celebrate this achievement,” Jacobson added.

Sysco provides the foodservice community a broad assortment of industry-leading products – from local artisans to global delicacies – as well as innovative solutions to elevate menu concepts so chefs stand out in an ever-evolving culinary landscape.

As part of this partnership, Jacobson will present the MICHELIN Guide Young Chef Award at the November 3 ceremony. This award celebrates the vital role emerging culinary talent plays in shaping the industry’s future.

“It is a privilege to celebrate the next generation of chefs and the new flavors, traditions and memories they will usher into the world as they pursue their culinary journey” Jacobson said. “Sysco is committed to nurturing these rising stars, and providing them with innovative solutions, quality products and expert support so they can create inspirational, ground-breaking recipes and menus.”

Sysco has been partnering with MICHELIN since November 2024 at the inaugural ceremony celebrating Texas chefs.

About Sysco
Sysco is the global leader in selling, marketing and distributing food and related products to customers who prepare meals away from home. This includes restaurants, healthcare and educational facilities, lodging establishments, entertainment venues, and more. Sysco operates 339 distribution centers, in 10 countries, with 75,000 colleagues serving approximately 730,000 customer locations. The company generated sales of more than $81 billion in fiscal year 2025 that ended June 28, 2025.

As the world’s largest food-away-from-home distributor, Sysco offers customized supply chain solutions, bespoke specialty product offerings, and culinary support to drive customers to innovate and optimize their operations. We act as a trusted business partner to our customers, helping them grow through our industry-leading portfolio that includes fresh produce, premium proteins, specialty products, sustainably focused items, equipment and supplies, and innovative culinary solutions.

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FAQ

What is Sysco announcing for November 3, 2025 related to MICHELIN Guide (SYY)?

Sysco announced a partnership with The MICHELIN Guide for the 2025 Carolinas Ceremony on November 3, 2025 in Greenville, S.C.

What role will Sysco (SYY) play at the 2025 MICHELIN Guide Carolinas Ceremony?

Sysco will be the official wholesale food distributor, showcase premium products, and present the Young Chef Award.

Which states does the 2025 MICHELIN Guide Carolinas edition cover?

The Guide covers South Carolina, North Carolina, Alabama, Tennessee, Louisiana, Mississippi and references the pre-existing Atlanta Guide.

Who from Sysco will present the MICHELIN Guide Young Chef Award at the November 3, 2025 ceremony?

Matt Jacobson, Sysco Carolinas Region President, will present the MICHELIN Guide Young Chef Award.

Has Sysco worked with MICHELIN Guide before this 2025 Carolinas partnership (SYY)?

Yes. Sysco partnered with MICHELIN at the inaugural Texas ceremony in November 2024.

How does Sysco describe its support for chefs in the MICHELIN Guide partnership?

Sysco says it provides a broad assortment of products, innovative solutions and expert support to help chefs elevate menus and nurture rising culinary talent.