Moon Rabbit’s Susan Bae Takes James Beard’s Top Pastry Prize
Washington, D.C.’s Moon Rabbit pastry chef Susan Bae won the James Beard Award for Outstanding Pastry Chef or Baker at the 2026 ceremony, highlighting representation and community support; other local nominees included Field & Main (Virginia) for wine/beverage program, Maxwell Park (DC) for beverage service, Tapori (DC) for Best Chef Mid-Atlantic, and Maison Bar à Vins (DC) for Best New Restaurant.