James Beard Finalists
The James Beard Foundation has announced this year’s finalists. Listed are those tapped from the Northwest. May 6 the winners will be announced.
Best Chef Northwest
Jason Franey, Canlis, Seattle
Naomi Pomeroy, Beast, Portland, OR
Gabriel Rucker, Le Pigeon, Portland, OR
Ethan Stowell, Staple & Fancy Mercantile, Seattle
Cathy Whims, Nostrana, Portland, OR
Rising Star Chef
Blaine Wetzel, The Willows Inn at Lummi Island
Outstanding Pastry Chef
Ken Forkish, Ken’s Artisan Bakery, Portland, OR
Cookbook nominees
Dahlia Bekery Cookbook - Baking & Dessert
Ken Forkish - Baking & Dessert