James Beard Awards 2023, Date, Venue, Time, Nominees, and More

The cooking world is waiting for James Beard Awards 2023 and the nominees' list has also been announced, you can check here all details about James Beard Awards 2023 ceremony.

by Aishwarya R

Updated Apr 01, 2023

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James Beard Awards 2023

Ladies and gentlemen, prepare your taste buds and get ready to salivate with anticipation because the James Beard Awards 2023 are here! This is not just any ordinary awards show, it's the culinary equivalent of the Oscars, the Emmys, and the Grammys all rolled into one mouth-watering extravaganza.

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For those who don't know, the James Beard Awards recognize the best of the best in the world of food and drink. From chefs and restaurants to cookbook authors and food journalists, these awards honor those who have made a significant impact on the culinary landscape.

Picture this: the red carpet is rolled out, and the aroma of delectable dishes wafts through the air as the top chefs and restaurateurs from around the world gather in one place. The excitement is palpable as the nominees sit on the edge of their seats, anxiously waiting to hear their names called out as winners.

The categories are numerous, and the competition is fierce. Will it be the innovative and boundary-pushing chef who takes home the prize for Best Chef? Or perhaps the cookbook author who's inspired a generation of home cooks will come out on top in their category.

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And let's not forget the beverage experts, who are just as crucial to the dining experience as the food itself. From sommeliers to mixologists, these wizards of wine and spirits are recognized for their unparalleled knowledge and expertise.

So, whether you're a foodie, a chef, or just someone who loves a good meal, the James Beard Awards are a celebration of all things delicious. It's an event that not only recognizes the achievements of the culinary elite but also inspires us all to explore new flavors, techniques, and cuisines. Get ready to indulge in a sensory feast like no other!

James Beard Awards 2023 Nominees

Best New Restaurant

  • Causa, Washington, D.C.
  • Dept of Culture, New York, NY
  • Don Artemio, Fort Worth, TX
  • Kann, Portland, OR
  • Lupi & Iris, Milwaukee, WI
  • Neng Jr.’s, Asheville, NC
  • Nolia, Cincinnati, OH
  • Obélix, Chicago, IL
  • Restaurant Beatrice, Dallas, TX
  • Tatemó, Houston, TX

Outstanding Chef

  • Rachel Miller, Nightshade Noodle Bar, Lynn, MA
  • Niki Nakayama, n/naka, Los Angeles, CA
  • Erik Ramirez, Llama Inn, Brooklyn, NY
  • Rob Rubba, Oyster Oyster, Washington, D.C.
  • Hajime Sato, Sozai, Clawson, MI

Outstanding Restaurant

  • Copine, Seattle, WA
  • Cora Cora, West Hartford, CT
  • Friday Saturday Sunday, Philadelphia, PA
  • Lucia, Dallas, TX
  • Mita’s, Cincinnati, OH

Outstanding Restaurateur

  • Brandon Chrostowski, EDWINS Leadership and Restaurant Institute (EDWINS Leadership and Restaurant Institute, edwins too, EDWINS Bakery, and others), Cleveland, OH
  • Greg Dulan, Dulan’s Soul Food Kitchen, Dulan’s on Crenshaw, and Dulanville, Los Angeles, CA
  • Aaron Hoskins, Sarah Simmons, Nicole Storey, and Elie Yigo, City Grit Hospitality Group (SmallSUGAR, CITY GRIT, and Il Focolare Pizzeria), Columbia, SC
  • Yenvy and Quynh Pham, Phở Bắc Sup Shop, Phởcific Standard Time, and The Boat, Seattle, WA
  • Ellen Yin, High Street Hospitality Group (Fork, a.kitchen + bar, High Street Philly, and others), Philadelphia, PA
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Emerging Chef

  • Damarr Brown, Virtue, Chicago, IL
  • Rashida Holmes, Bridgetown Roti, Los Angeles, CA
  • Serigne Mbaye, Dakar NOLA, New Orleans, LA
  • Charlie Mitchell, Clover Hill, New York, NY
  • Amanda Shulman, Her Place Supper Club, Philadelphia, PA

Outstanding Hospitality

  • The Black Cypress, Pullman, WA
  • Bottega, Birmingham, AL
  • Lula Drake, Columbia, SC
  • The Quarry, Monson, ME
  • Sepia, Chicago, IL

Outstanding Wine and Other Beverages Program

  • COTE, New York, NY
  • Lazy Bear, San Francisco, CA
  • Nancy’s Hustle, Houston, TX
  • OTOTO, Los Angeles, CA
  • Spencer, Ann Arbor, MI
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Outstanding Bar

  • Bar Leather Apron, Honolulu, HI
  • Drastic Measures, Shawnee, KS
  • Garagiste, Las Vegas, NV
  • Las Ramblas, Brownsville, TX
  • Rob Roy, Seattle, WA

Best Chef: New York State

  • Nasim Alikhani, Sofreh, Brooklyn, NY
  • Mary Attea, The Musket Room, New York, NY
  • Amanda Cohen, Dirt Candy, New York, NY
  • Shaina Loew-Banayan, Cafe Mutton, Hudson, NY
  • Junghyun Park, Atomix, New York, NY

Best Chef: California

  • Gilberto Cetina Jr., Holbox, Los Angeles, CA
  • Kyle and Katina Connaughton, SingleThread, Healdsburg, CA
  • Brandon Hayato Go, Hayato, Los Angeles, CA
  • Justin Pichetrungsi, Anajak Thai, Sherman Oaks, CA
  • Carlos Salgado, Taco María, Costa Mesa, CA
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Best Chef: Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH)

  • Omar Anani, Saffron De Twah, Detroit, MI
  • Diana Dávila Boldin, Mi Tocaya Antojería, Chicago, IL
  • Tim Flores and Genie Kwon, Kasama, Chicago, IL
  • Andy Hollyday, Selden Standard, Detroit, MI
  • Sarah Welch, Marrow, Detroit, MI

Best Chef: Mid-Atlantic (DC, DE, MD, NJ, PA, VA)

  • Jesse Ito, Royal Sushi, Philadelphia, PA
  • Dionicio Jiménez, Cantina La Martina, Philadelphia, PA
  • Kate Lasky and Tomasz Skowronski, Apteka, Pittsburgh, PA
  • Michael Rafidi, Albi, Washington, D.C.
  • Chutatip “Nok” Suntaranon, Kalaya, Philadelphia, PA

Best Chef: Midwest (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD, WI)

  • Sanaa Abourezk, Sanaa’s Gourmet Mediterranean, Sioux Falls, SD
  • Gregory León, Amilinda, Milwaukee, WI
  • Francesco Mangano, Osteria Papavero, Madison, WI
  • Itaru Nagano and Andrew Kroeger, Fairchild, Madison, WI
  • David Utterback, Yoshitomo, Omaha, NE
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Best Chef: Mountain (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY)

  • Salvador Alamilla, Amano, Caldwell, ID
  • Michael Diaz de Leon, BRUTØ, Denver, CO
  • Suchada Johnson, Teton Thai, Teton Village, WY
  • Kris Komori, KIN, Boise, ID
  • Ali Sabbah, Mazza, Salt Lake City, UT

Best Chef: Northeast (CT, MA, ME, NH, RI, VT)

  • Valentine Howell, Krasi, Boston, MA
  • Christian Hunter, Community Table, Washington, CT
  • Sherry Pocknett, Sly Fox Den Too, Charlestown, RI
  • Yisha Siu, Yunnan Kitchen, Boston, MA
  • Renee Touponce, The Port of Call, Mystic, CT

Best Chef: Northwest and Pacific (AK, HI, OR, WA)

  • Joshua Dorcak, MÄS, Ashland, OR
  • Vince Nguyen, Berlu, Portland, OR
  • Thomas Pisha-Duffly, Gado Gado, Portland, OR
  • Beau Schooler, In Bocca Al Lupo, Juneau, AK
  • Aaron Verzosa, Archipelago, Seattle, WA
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Best Chef: Texas

  • Reyna Duong, Sandwich Hag, Dallas, TX
  • Benchawan Jabthong Painter, Street to Kitchen, Houston, TX
  • Emiliano Marentes, ELEMI, El Paso, TX
  • John Russ, Clementine, San Antonio, TX
  • Ernest Servantes and David Kirkland, Burnt Bean Co., Seguin, TX

Best Chef: Southeast (GA, KY, NC, SC, TN, WV)

  • Sam Fore, Tuk Tuk Sri Lankan Bites, Lexington, KY
  • Josh Habiger, Bastion, Nashville, TN
  • Sam Hart, Counter-, Charlotte, NC
  • Terry Koval, The Deer and the Dove, Decatur, GA
  • Paul Smith, 1010 Bridge, Charleston, WV

Best Chef: South (AL, AR, FL, LA, MS, PR)

  • Ana Castro, Lengua Madre, New Orleans, LA
  • Timothy Hontzas, Johnny’s Restaurant, Homewood, AL
  • Alex Perry and Kumi Omori, Vestige, Ocean Springs, MS
  • Henry Moso, Kabooki Sushi, Orlando, FL
  • Natalia Vallejo, Cocina al Fondo, San Juan, PR
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Best Chef: Southwest (AZ, NM, NV, OK)

  • Oscar Amador and Francesco Di Caudo, Anima by EDO, Las Vegas, NV
  • Kaoru Azeuchi, KAISEKI YUZU, Las Vegas, NV
  • Andrew Black, Grey Sweater, Oklahoma City, OK
  • Jeff Chanchaleune, Ma Der Lao Kitchen, Oklahoma City, OK
  • Justin Pioche, Pioche Food Group, Upper Fruitland (Doolkai), Navajo Nation, NM

Outstanding Bakery

  • Angelo Brocato, New Orleans, LA
  • La Casita Bakeshop, Richardson, TX
  • Kuluntu Bakery, Dallas, TX
  • Yoli Tortilleria, Kansas City, MO
  • Zak the Baker, Miami, FL

Outstanding Pastry Chef or Baker

  • Veronika Baukema, Veronika’s Pastry Shop, Billings, MT
  • Elaine Uykimpang Bentz, Café Mochiko, Cincinnati, OH
  • Vince Bugtong, Abaca, San Francisco, CA
  • Margarita Manzke, République, Los Angeles, CA
  • Shawn McKenzie, Café Cerés, Minneapolis, MN
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How to Get Nominated for a James Beard Award?

The James Beard Awards are the most prestigious culinary awards in the world, and being nominated for one is a significant achievement for any chef, restaurant, cookbook author, or food journalist. While there is no guarantee of a nomination, there are several steps you can take to increase your chances of being recognized by the James Beard Foundation.

 The foundation is looking for individuals who have made a significant impact on the culinary world. Whether it's through groundbreaking recipes, innovative techniques, or a fresh perspective on food, the James Beard Awards honor those who push the boundaries and make a lasting impression.

To be considered for a James Beard Award, you need to have a track record of excellence in your field. This means consistently producing high-quality work and earning recognition from your peers and the food community at large.

The James Beard Foundation hosts events and programs throughout the year, and getting involved in these activities can help you gain visibility and make connections within the industry. Attend conferences, workshops, and other culinary events to network with other professionals and showcase your skills.

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 The James Beard Awards have a submission process that allows individuals to nominate themselves or others for consideration. Make sure your work is eligible for the category you are submitting it for and carefully follow the guidelines for submitting your application.

The nomination process for the James Beard Awards is rigorous and competitive, and it may take several years of hard work and dedication before you are recognized. Stay focused on your craft, continue to innovate and push the boundaries of the culinary world, and you may just find yourself holding a James Beard Award one day.

James Beard Awards 2023 Date, Venue, Time

Exciting news, foodies! The James Beard Foundation has officially announced the nominees for the 2023 Restaurant and Chef Awards, Leadership Awards, and Humanitarian of the Year and Lifetime Achievement honorees. The announcement was made during a live ceremony at the Musicians Hall of Fame & Museum in Nashville, Tennessee, which added to the excitement.

The winners will be recognized and celebrated at the highly anticipated James Beard Restaurant and Chef Awards ceremony on Monday, June 5, 2023. The venue for this exciting event will be the stunning Lyric Opera of Chicago.

In April 26, 2023, the nominees for the James Beard Foundation Media Awards will be announced live in New York City, so mark your calendars for this special occasion.

To attend the 32nd annual James Beard Restaurant and Chef Awards in Chicago, you can purchase tickets starting on March 31, 2023, at 5:00 P.M. EST. Don't miss out on this opportunity to be part of the celebration.

And now for the moment you've all been waiting for... the nominees! The competition is fierce, with outstanding individuals and establishments recognized for their contributions to the culinary world. So stay tuned, foodies, and mark your calendars for the live-streamed Restaurant & Chef Awards on Eater, which will begin at 5:30 P.M. CT on Monday, June 5.

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James Beard Awards 2023 - FAQs

1. What are the James Beard Awards?  

The James Beard Awards are the most prestigious culinary awards in the world. They recognize outstanding achievements in the food and beverage industry, including chefs, restaurants, cookbook authors, food journalists, and more.

 

2. How are the James Beard Awards nominees and winners selected?

The James Beard Awards have a rigorous selection process. Nominees are determined by an independent volunteer committee of industry professionals from across the country. A diverse panel of more than 600 judges then evaluates the nominees and selects the winners.

3. How can I attend the James Beard Awards ceremony?

Tickets for the James Beard Awards ceremony are typically available for purchase on the James Beard Foundation website. The ceremony is a ticketed event and often sells out quickly.

4. How can I submit my work for consideration for a James Beard Award?

The James Beard Awards have a submission process that allows individuals to nominate themselves or others for consideration. The submission period typically opens in the fall of each year and requires the submission of a detailed application.

5. How can I get involved with the James Beard Foundation?  

The James Beard Foundation offers a variety of events, programs, and initiatives throughout the year. You can become a member of the James Beard Foundation, volunteer at events, attend culinary classes and workshops, or donate to support the foundation's mission.

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