James Beard Restaurant and Chef Awards
The Oscars of the food world return to Chicago as the James Beard Restaurant and Chef Awards take over the stunning Lyric Opera of Chicago. This is the nation's premier culinary awards ceremony, celebrating the best chefs and restaurants in America -- a bucket-list night for anyone who takes food seriously.
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