James Beard Award 2026 finalists announced: Nine LA County names make the cut
The James Beard Foundation announced its 2026 award finalists, with nine Los Angeles County names making the cut. The winners will be announced at a gala ceremony in Chicago on June 15, recognizing excellence in the food and hospitality industry.
The James Beard Foundation announced its 2026 award finalists. Nine Los Angeles County names are finalists, including Gilberto Cetina and Niki Nakayama for Outstanding Chef. Other finalists include Komal's Fátima Juárez for Emerging Chef and Providence for Outstanding Hospitality. The winners will be announced on June 15 in Chicago. Honorary awards will be given to No Us Without You for Humanitarian of the Year and Nancy Silverton for Lifetime Achievement. The James Beard Awards recognize excellence in the food and hospitality industry.
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