Germany’s elite chefs are getting more recognition. This year, a record 340 restaurants can boast at least one star in Michelin’s renowned gourmet guidebook. The latest edition of the restaurant guide was unveiled in Hamburg on Tuesday. The increased number of starred restaurants surprised the director of the Michelin Guide for Germany and Switzerland, Ralf Flinkenflügel, because the industry is struggling with a shortage of skilled labour and rising purchasing and energy prices. “We ourselves are amazed at the new record,” he said. Ten restaurants have been granted the highest Michelin award …