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 launch of its 115th edition on Monday. Well over half of the new laureates were under the age of 40, he said.