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James Beard Award Finalists for 2026 Include These New England Restaurants and Chefs
- On Tuesday, the James Beard Foundation announced the 2026 finalists for its prestigious restaurant and chef awards, recognizing exceptional talent within the independent restaurant industry.
- Often described as the 'Oscars' of the food world, the James Beard Awards honor achievements in culinary arts, hospitality, and the broader food system across the United States.
- Two Maine leaders reached the final round: Dana Street, founder of Fore Street, for Outstanding Restaurateur and Thomas Takashi Cooke of Izakaya Minato for Best Chef Northeast.
- Other New England finalists include David Standridge of The Shipwright's Daughter for Outstanding Chef, Super Secret Ice Cream for Outstanding Bakery, and The Port of Call for Outstanding Wine and Other Beverages Program.
- Winners will be revealed at the James Beard Restaurant and Chef Awards Ceremony on June 15, 2026, at the Lyric Opera of Chicago.
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