Houston Public MediaJan 22, 2025

Thirteen Houston-area restaurants, chefs and restaurateurs were named semifinalists Wednesday for James Beard Awards — one of the highest accolades in the restaurant industry.

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Thirteen Houston-area chefs, restaurants named 2025 James Beard Award semifinalists

The awards that recognize exceptional eateries around the country include three new categories this year — Best New Bar, Outstanding Professional in Beverage Service and Outstanding Professional in Cocktail Service.

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Houston Public MediaJan 24, 2024

Eleven restaurants, chefs and hospitality groups from the Houston area were named Wednesday as semifinalists for James Beard Awards, which are given annually to the top culinary professionals and dining establishments in the United States.

https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/arts-culture/food/2024/01/24/475411/houston-area-boasts-11-semifinalists-for-2024-james-beard-awards/

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Houston area boasts 11 semifinalists for 2024 James Beard Awards

Among the local semifinalists are Nancy’s Hustle, an East Downtown new American restaurant that is in the running for Outstanding Restaurant, and Itai Ben Eli and Itamar Levy of Sof Hospitality Group, which specializes in Middle Eastern cuisine, in the Outstanding Restaurateur category.

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