The James Beard Foundation on Wednesday announced the semifinalists for the organization’s annual awards, with seven Georgia-based chefs and one Atlanta restaurant among the list of nominees.
The James Beard Awards are considered to be one of the most prestigious culinary industry honors in the nation. The awards are designed to “recognize exceptional talent and achievement in the culinary arts, hospitality, media and broader food system, as well as a demonstrated commitment to racial and gender equity, community [and] sustainability,” according to the foundation’s website.
The semifinalists were determined by open submissions, as well as recommendations from the general public and the foundation’s voting body.
Read this story now for free
To continue reading, sign up for our newsletter and get unlimited access to WABE.org
You can select your preferences for news and local content. We will never share your email address. Learn how your newsletter sign-up will support WABE and Public Media
