James Beard Awards 2026: Winners Crowned in Chicago Ceremony
TL;DR
Chicago’s Lyric Opera hosted the 2026 James Beard Awards, where the Restaurant and Chef winners were announced after a season that also revealed America’s Classics winners and the finalists; media, cookbook, journalism and other categories were recognized in the lead‑up, with Eater providing live updates and Gail Simmons as host.
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