3 chefs, a restaurant and a bar, all in Boise, nominated for James Beard Awards

The list of semifinalists has been revealed for the 2026 James Beard Awards.

And Idaho has five seats at the table.

Three chefs, a restaurant and a bar have received nods in the Restaurant and Chef Awards division of the honors, which are sometimes referred to as the Oscars of the culinary universe…

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