March 14, 2018

Statement from Mayor Emanuel on James Beard Award Finalists

Mayor's Press Office    312.744.3334

Congratulations to all of the talented and creative Chicago chefs, servers and entrepreneurs nominated for the 2018 James Beard Awards. Chicago’s restaurants blend the flavors, tastes and cultures of our city and represent the work ethic and ingenuity of Chicago residents. Chicago is truly the culinary capital of America, and we look forward to rooting for all of our city’s great chefs and restaurants when the food industry’s highest honors are awarded in Chicago this May.

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