Atlanta chefs, restaurants named 2024 James Beard Award semifinalists

The James Beard Foundation, which celebrates and supports excellence in food culture across the nation, announced the 2024 semifinalists for its annual Restaurant and Chef Awards. A total of six Atlanta restaurants and chefs were recognized for their exceptional culinary arts quality, service and hospitality, sustainability, and commitment to racial and gender equity.

Best Chef: Southeast (GA, KY, SC, TN, WV) semifinalists from Atlanta include:
– Arnaldo Castillo, Tio Lucho’s
– Erika Council, Bomb Biscuits
– Rod Lassiter and Parnass Savang, Talat Market
– Duane Nutter, Southern National

Outstanding Chef:

– Atsushi Hayakawa, Hayakawa

Outstanding Hospitality:

– Cooks & Soldiers

Award winners will be announced Monday, June 10.

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