James Beard Foundation Awards

The James Beard Foundation has whet the appetite of several Chicago eateries. The Foundation, which gives the culinary equivalent of the Oscars, is naming its semifinalists for this year's awards.

On the menu for best new restaurant is "Next" in the West Loop and "Bistronomic" on the Near North Side. A number of other Chicago restaurants, chefs, and bars also made the semifinals list.

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Finalists for the awards will be announced on March 19, with the winners named on May 7.

For a complete list of the nominees, visit the PDF and link below.

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