James Beard Awards 2025 Chicago. The james beard foundation on wednesday announced the semifinalists for its 2025 restaurant and chef awards, and chicago saw 22 restaurants, chefs and bars make the. The james beard foundation also awards medals to honorees in food media, including cookbooks, tv shows, and journalism.

Restaurant and chef semifinalists outstanding restaurateur. Marking 35 years since its founding, the james beard foundation kicked off the 2025 awards season with its “long list” of 2025 semifinalists wednesday morning, announcing.