10 CA Restaurants And Chefs Are James Beard Awards Nominees
The James Beard Awards, first presented in 1991, recognize exceptional talent in the culinary and food media industries. The California culinary scene is represented by 10 restaurants and chefs in the 2024 Restaurant and Chef Awards, according to the James Beard Foundation. In addition, Mai Nguyen of Farmer Mai in Upper Lake will be among the 2024 Leadership Awards honorees for sustainability. Former Los Angeles Times food critic Ruth Reichl will receive the 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award. The James Beard Awards, first introduced in 1991, recognize exceptional talent in the culinary and food media industries in 22 categories. They will be announced at a ceremony at the Lyric Opera of Chicago on June 10.
Published : a month ago by Anna Schier in Lifestyle
CALIFORNIA — The culinary scene in California is well-represented in the 2024 Restaurant and Chef Awards nominees announced Wednesday by the James Beard Foundation.
In addition, Mai Nguyen of Farmer Mai in Upper Lake is among the 2024 Leadership Awards honorees, for sustainability. Former Los Angeles Times food critic Ruth Reichl will receive the 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award.
The James Beard Awards, first presented in 1991, recognize exceptional talent in the culinary and food media industries and are often regarded as the “Oscars of culinary arts.” They recognize a range of experiences, from fine-dining restaurants to casual gems, in 22 categories.
Winners will be announced June 10 in a ceremony at the Lyric Opera of Chicago.