Kumiko & Oriole Win Chicago Awards – NBC Chicago
- Chicago chefs and restaurants played a starring role at teh 35th annual James Beard Foundation Awards Monday, often called the "Oscars of the food world." The ceremony, recognizing...
- among the nominees, Kumiko, located in the Fulton River District, vied for Outstanding Bar, while Galit in Lincoln Park was up for Outstanding Restaurant.
- Kumiko received the award for Outstanding Bar, and Noah Sandoval of Oriole was named Best Chef: Great Lakes.
Chicago’s culinary scene celebrated a major win! Kumiko took home the Outstanding Bar award, and Noah Sandoval of Oriole was named Best Chef: Great lakes at the 35th annual James Beard Foundation Awards. This event, often called the “Oscars of the food world,” highlighted Chicago’s crucial role in the national culinary landscape, with the ceremony held at the Lyric Opera house. The awards recognized excellence with over 20 categories and a stellar display of talent. The immigrant community’s role in the restaurant industry was also championed by the speakers. News directory 3 is proud to share these culinary achievements. the future of Chicago’s gastronomy is radiant. Discover what’s next for the city’s thriving food scene.
Chicago’s Culinary Scene Celebrated at James Beard Awards
Chicago chefs and restaurants played a starring role at teh 35th annual James Beard Foundation Awards Monday, often called the “Oscars of the food world.” The ceremony, recognizing excellence across more then 20 categories, took place at the Lyric Opera House in Chicago for the 10th consecutive year.
among the nominees, Kumiko, located in the Fulton River District, vied for Outstanding Bar, while Galit in Lincoln Park was up for Outstanding Restaurant. Three Chicago chefs—Thai Dang of HaiSous, chris Jung and Erling Wu-Bower of Maxwells Trading, and Noah Sandoval of Oriole—competed for Best Chef: Great Lakes.
Ultimately, two Chicago finalists secured top honors. Kumiko received the award for Outstanding Bar, and Noah Sandoval of Oriole was named Best Chef: Great Lakes. The awards highlight the crucial role Chicago plays in the national culinary landscape.
Dang, reflecting on his nomination, said from the red carpet, “Of all the cities and markets, we made it on this finalist list. It’s like, woah!”
Julia Momosé, of Kumiko, emphasized the industry’s broader impact in her acceptance speech: “We are individuals who care not just about our own businesses, but what’s happening outside of them.” Many acceptance speeches acknowledged the vital role of the immigrant community in the restaurant industry, both in Chicago and throughout the U.S.
What’s next
Chicago’s culinary scene is expected to continue to flourish, with these awards serving as a catalyst for further innovation and recognition.