Dallas has been grappling with awards lately. It might be a pinch much to say we were “shook” by a new restaurant getting a Michelin star this year, but it made many foodies pause before their next ...

Chef Hugo Ortega stands at the entrance of his restaurant Hugo's, which opened in 2002. He’s nominated for outstanding restaurateur at the 2026 James Beard Awards. Semifinalists for the 2026 James ...

Often called the "Oscars of the food world," the James Beard Awards are among the most prestigious honors a chef or restaurant can receive, bringing national recognition in an increasingly competitive ...

Chef Toni Elkhouri, owner of Cedar’s Cafe in Melbourne, has been named a James Beard Awards semifinalist for Best Chef: South. The James Beard Awards, presented annually by the James Beard Foundation, ...

HONOLULU (KHON2) — The James Beard Foundation has announced its 2026 Restaurant and Chef Award Semifinalists, shining a spotlight on Hawaiʻi’s unique and flavorful food scene. From a variety of ...