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Eleven Birmingham restaurants were recognized in the first MICHELIN Guide American South edition, with four earning Bib Gourmand honors for great food at a value and several making the 2025 Recommended list, highlighting Birmingham's vibrant culinary scene.
The San Francisco Bay Area had a strong showing at the 2025 James Beard Awards, especially in media categories, with winners including Mackenzie Chung Fegan and Preeti Mistry, despite no local chefs or restaurants winning in the main categories. The event highlighted regional talent and ongoing issues within the industry, such as representation and social commentary.
Chicago celebrated its rich culinary scene at the 2025 James Beard Awards, with local restaurants Oriole and Lem's Bar-B-Q earning top honors, including Outstanding Chef and America's Classics Award, highlighting the city's vibrant food culture.
The 2025 James Beard Foundation Awards celebrated culinary excellence across the US, with New York restaurants winning major awards, new categories introduced for bar culture, and a focus on community, equity, and sustainability, honoring chefs, restaurateurs, and industry leaders like Toni Tipton-Martin with a lifetime achievement award.
Frasca Food and Wine in Boulder, Colorado, won the prestigious Outstanding Restaurant award at the James Beard Foundation awards, marking its fourth win and the only award for Colorado among six nominations. The restaurant has a history of recognition, and co-founder Bobby Stuckey expressed gratitude and pride during the ceremony. Other Colorado nominees did not win, but the state received notable nominations in various categories.
The 2025 James Beard Awards ceremony in Chicago announced winners across various categories, highlighting notable achievements such as Frasca Food and Wine as Outstanding Restaurant, Jungsik Yim as Outstanding Chef, and Bûcheron as Best New Restaurant, with a strong showing for New York City and several winners making political statements during their speeches.
Minnesota chefs and restaurants achieved significant recognition at the James Beard Awards, with Bûcheron in Minneapolis winning Best New Restaurant and Karyn Tomlinson of Myriel in St. Paul earning Best Chef: Midwest, highlighting the state's vibrant culinary scene.
Six Oregon-based nominees are up for the prestigious James Beard Awards, highlighting the state's strong culinary scene, with Portland leading the nominations and Oregon ranking fourth among states. The awards ceremony will be held in Chicago, with a livestream hosted by Eater.
Four Chicago chefs and restaurants have been named finalists for the 2024 James Beard Awards, including Sujan Sarkar of Indienne and Jenner Tomaska of Esmé for Best Chef: Great Lakes, Anna Posey of Elske for Outstanding Pastry Chef or Baker, and Lula Cafe for Outstanding Hospitality. The winners will be honored in a June 10 awards ceremony at the Lyric Opera of Chicago.
The James Beard Foundation named nine D.C. and Maryland restaurants and chefs as finalists for its prestigious culinary awards, marking the highest number of regional finalists in over a decade. Notable nominees include Moon Rabbit's Kevin Tien and Susan Bae, while other nominees represent establishments such as Inferno Pizzeria Napoletana and Bas Rouge. The awards also recognized excellence in local spirits, with Tail Up Goat and Clavel Mezcaleria receiving nominations. Additionally, Eastern Point Collective's Hollis Wells Silverman and the Lee Initiative's Lindsey Ofcacek and Edward Lee were honored in various categories.
The 2024 James Beard Award finalists have been announced, featuring a diverse array of restaurants and chefs, including a New Orleans restaurant with a modern Senegalese tasting menu, an Ethiopia-born chef who studied psychology before pursuing a culinary career, and a West Texas barbecue joint. The winners will be revealed on June 10 during a ceremony in Chicago, and the James Beard Foundation aims to celebrate and elevate the people behind America's food culture.
Buu "Billy" Ngo, founder of Kru in Sacramento, is a finalist for the 2024 James Beard Awards for best chef in California, alongside four other contenders. Ngo, who was born in a refugee camp in Hong Kong, opened Kru in 2005 and is also involved in other restaurant ventures. The winners will be announced on June 10 at the James Beard Restaurant and Chef Awards Ceremony in Chicago.
The James Beard Foundation announced the finalists for its 2024 restaurant and chef awards, with Los Angeles receiving three nominations, including Gusto Bread for Outstanding Bakery, Strong Water Anaheim for Outstanding Wine and Other Beverages Program, and Lord Maynard Llera of Kuya Lord for Best Chef: California. The winners will be revealed at a ceremony in Chicago on June 10, 2024, marking the second year back after the 2020 and 2021 awards were canceled due to misconduct allegations and lack of diversity.
Four Chicago chefs and restaurants have been named as finalists for the 2024 James Beard Awards, including Lula Cafe for outstanding hospitality, Sujan Sarkar and Jenner Tomaska for Best Chef Great Lakes, and Anna Posey for Outstanding Pastry Chef or Baker. The awards ceremony will take place in Chicago on June 10, with tickets going on sale April 9. Additionally, the event will be livestreamed on Eater.com.
The finalists for the 2024 James Beard Awards in New York City and New York state have been announced, with notable chefs and restaurants making the cut. Despite the absence of New York nominees in certain national categories, the list includes outstanding establishments such as Mel the Bakery, Waxlight Bar à Vin, and Melba’s. The winners will be revealed at a ceremony in Chicago on June 10, with Eater livestreaming the event.