Michelin hails 'cultural dynamism' as 52 French restaurants earn their first stars

One chef receives three stars at first attempt in 115th edition of the French foodies' bible A record 52 restaurants in France - including 23 that only opened in the past year - have been awarded one or more Michelin stars for the first time, which the French foodies' bible said reflected the "cultural dynamism" of a new generation of innovative young chefs. "This year's is a generous vintage, and also true to our values," said Gwendal Poullennec, the director of the Michelin Guide, at the launc...