The James Beard Foundation acknowledged the Bay Area's vibrant hospitality scene with 22 nominations for the 2025 awards, exceeding last year's 17. Key nominations include San Francisco's Benu for Outstanding Restaurant and restaurateurs Krasinski and Brioza for Outstanding Restaurateur. Other cities in California also contributed, with new categories introduced to recognize excellence in beverage services. Oakland's Monique Feybesse was nominated for Outstanding Pastry Chef, reinforcing the region's culinary reputation. The awards reflect the diversity and creativity within California's dining landscape.
This year's Bay Area hospitality industry has garnered 22 nominations for the James Beard Awards, surpassing last year's 17 nominations, highlighting its culinary excellence.
New categories introduced at the James Beard Awards include Best New Bar and Outstanding Professional in Beverage Service, celebrating an enhanced focus on exceptional drink services.
San Francisco's Benu is nominated for Outstanding Restaurant while restaurateurs Nicole Krasinski and Stuart Brioza receive nods for their contributions through State Bird Provisions and others.
Oakland shines with nominations such as pastry chef Monique Feybesse from Tarts de Feybesse in the Outstanding Pastry Chef category, affirming its culinary reputation.
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