The James Beard Awards were held in Chicago, celebrating chefs, bartenders, and restaurants across the country. New England's representation was minimal, with only two notable awards. Chef Sky Haneul Kim from Gift Horse in Providence won Best Chef Northeast, while Sullivan's Castle Island won an America's Classic Award. Several New England establishments, including Sarma and Urban Hearth, were recognized as semi-finalists. The event solidified the importance and prestige of the James Beard Awards in the culinary community.
The James Beard Awards, known as the Oscars of the food world, celebrated the best chefs and restaurants nationwide, but New England received limited recognition.
Chef Sky Haneul Kim from Gift Horse in Providence won Best Chef Northeast, but only a few other New England spots were recognized at the prestigious event.
Sullivan's Castle Island received an America's Classic Award, signaling the enduring appeal of independently-owned restaurants beloved in their communities.
Although New England did not dominate the awards, numerous chefs and restaurants, like Cassie Piuma and Erin Miller, were recognized as semi-finalists or finalists.
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