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2 WI Chefs Are James Beard Awards Nominees

The James Beard Awards are often regarded as the "Oscars of culinary arts"

The culinary scene in Milwaukee is represented in the 2024 Restaurant and Chef Awards nominees announced Wednesday by the James Beard Foundation.
The culinary scene in Milwaukee is represented in the 2024 Restaurant and Chef Awards nominees announced Wednesday by the James Beard Foundation. (Shutterstock)

MILWAUKEE β€” The culinary scene in Milwaukee is represented in the 2024 Restaurant and Chef Awards nominees announced Wednesday by the James Beard Foundation.

Wisconsin’s nominees are:

Best Chef: Midwest

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  • Dan Jacobs and Dan Van Rite, EsterEv, Milwaukee, WI

The James Beard Awards, first presented in 1991, recognize exceptional talent in the culinary and food media industries and are often regarded as the β€œOscars of culinary arts.” They recognize a range of experiences, from fine-dining restaurants to casual gems, in 22 categories.

Winners will be announced June 10 in a ceremony at the Lyric Opera of Chicago.

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