James Beard Award

Meet the three Charlotte semifinalists for this year’s James Beard Awards for individuals who excel in the culinary industry. They'll share how they contribute to national recognition of the city through food — and, this year, drinks.

Chef Hugh Acheson is one of the most celebrated and influential chefs in the country.Today, he has three restaurants in Athens, Georgia: The National,…

Cynthia Graubart attained culinary celebrity status last year when she won a James Beard Award for the cookbook she co-wrote with famed Southern author…