"Kasama, a perennial favorite whose chefs already have some Beards shine (not to mention now-legendary style on the red carpet) are under consideration for Outstanding Restaurant alongside EL Ideas. Diana Davila of Mi Tocaya Antojería and Zachary Engel of Galit are also up for consideration in the national Outstanding Chef category. Daisies, an undisputed all-day dining heavy-hitter, is a semifinalist for Outstanding Hospitality."
"It's mid-January, which means it's time for the James Beard committee to tease the U.S. restaurant industry with a little long-lead fanfare. On Wednesday, January 21, the Beards released its long list of industry professionals under consideration in categories ranging from Outstanding Hospitality to Best New Bar, and nearly two dozen Chicago favorites are in the running. Landing on the short list - and potentially taking home a medal - can mean a lifetime of added flair to one's name; a James Beard Award is the equivalent of an Oscar to many hospitality folks."
"The official James Beard Restaurant and Chef nominees will be announced on Tuesday, March 31, followed by a ceremony reveal of the winners at the Lyric Opera of Chicago on Monday, June 15, 2026. In the coming weeks, keep an eye out for additional announcements, including James Beard America's Classics recipients."
On January 21, the James Beard committee released a long list of industry professionals under consideration for awards across categories from Outstanding Hospitality to Best New Bar. Nearly two dozen Chicago restaurants and hospitality professionals appear on the long list. Kasama and EL Ideas are under consideration for Outstanding Restaurant. Diana Davila of Mi Tocaya Antojería and Zachary Engel of Galit are semifinalists for Outstanding Chef. Daisies is a semifinalist for Outstanding Hospitality. Chicago lacked semifinalists in Outstanding Bakery, Best New Bar, and Outstanding Professional in Beverage Service. Official nominees will be announced March 31, with winners revealed June 15, 2026.
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