Here Are the 2025 James Beard Finalists for New England
The James Beard Foundation revealed its finalists for the prestigious awards, with multiple nominations for Boston-area chefs and new categories for bars.
Here Are the 2025 James Beard Finalists for New England
The James Beard Foundation revealed its finalists for the prestigious awards, with multiple nominations for Boston-area chefs and new categories for bars.
"At our restaurant, we tell stories of immigrants, diaspora, endurance and perseverance. L.A. is a city built by the toil of the immigrant community, and right now those same communities are being ripped apart."
Carlos Delgado Wins DC's Only 2025 James Beard Award - Washingtonian
"This whole thing is an immigrant dream, an immigrant story" Delgado said. "I migrated here in 2001 or 2002, and this is a dream of mine since I was a little kid."
Chicago's Influential Violet Hour Is Closed Until Further Notice
Violet Hour's closure due to significant plumbing issues has temporarily halted its operations, missing a key weekend for culinary tourism, as negotiations for repairs continue.
New England's 2025 James Beard Award Semifinalists
The 2025 James Beard Awards semifinalists feature both returning chefs and newcomers, highlighting a mix of established and emerging talent in the culinary sector.
"Genoa may be gone, but its ethos remains within Portland's food world. Chefs here sap inspiration and ingredients from the region's woodlands and farms, rivers and oceans, morphing menus as the months pass."