The James Beard Foundation Awards announced its 2025 semifinalists, with Oregon securing 13 slots across six categories. Notable mention goes to Portland’s Sarah Minnick and Gabriel Rucker as Outstanding Chef contenders, alongside Coquine for Outstanding Restaurant. JinJu Patisserie returns for Outstanding Bakery, Scotch Lodge is recognized as an Outstanding Bar, and Joel Gunderson competes for Outstanding Professional in Beverage Service. The awards, likened to the Oscars for culinary arts, celebrate excellence on June 16, 2025, in Chicago.
This year marks the 35th anniversary of the James Beard Awards, introducing a new set of beverage award categories: Best New Bar, Outstanding Professional in Beverage Service, and Outstanding Professional in Cocktail Service.
Oregon nabbed 13 semifinalist slots for the 2025 James Beard Foundation Awards Wednesday, in six categories, indicating the state's vibrant culinary scene.
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