Travelers will find great places to eat and stay using the MICHELIN Guide Italy 2014 with meticulously researched recommendations to more than 2,700 restaurants and 3,400 hotels, including 390 country guesthouses. Updated annually, the guide appeals to all tastes and budgets. Anonymous, experienced inspectors carefully select restaurants, using the celebrated Michelin food star-rating system. Also included is information on Italian wines and cuisine, as well as detailed maps. Travelers can rely on Michelin since only the best make the cut. While the guide s minimal text is in Italian, a comprehensive introduction in English explains easily recognizable, time-tested symbols for establishments facilities and services."