Thursday, February 19, 2009

James Beard Award Nominees, PDX version

The James Beard Foundation just announced the semi-finalists for the Oscars of the food biz, their 2009 restaurant/chef awards (click here to get to the whole list), and Portland is well represented. It's worth checking the full list to see who's getting props around the country. Here's the local flavor....

OUTSTANDING RESTAURANT:
Higgins Restaurant and Bar

RISING STAR CHEF OF THE YEAR :
Gabriel Rucker, Le Pigeon

OUTSTANDING WINE AND SPIRITS PROFESSIONAL :
Why I'm not nominated in this category I have NO idea. Must be some political vendetta. Bastards!!
David Adelsheim, Adelsheim Vineyard, Newberg, OR
Stephen R. McCarthy, Clear Creek Distillery, Portland, OR

BEST CHEF: NORTHWEST :
Scott Dolich, Park Kitchen
Daniel Mondok, Sel Gris
Andy Ricker, Pok Pok and Whiskey Soda Lounge
Charlene Rollins, New Sammy’s Cowboy Bistro, Talent, OR
Gabriel Rucker, Le Pigeon
Cathy Whims, Nostrana

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