Don’t despair, local food lovers.
Even though no chef or restaurant from Lakeland made the just-announced list of semifinalists for the
, there are plenty of culinary stars in our city shining bright.
That’s why we want
you
to be the judge. Which restaurants or chefs deserve more love? Think about who would get your vote under the following James Beard categories based on the organization’s
of excellence and other factors like commitment to community.
To get the foodie brainstorming started, here are a couple of our own noms.
🏆 Outstanding Chef
City Editor Rilee’s pick: Chef Marcos Fernandez,
| The Latin and Spanish-inspired dishes at this fine dining restaurant keep us coming back for brunch, lunch, and dinner. Chef Marcos continues to plan big things for Nineteen61, including an upcoming
.
Award-worthy dishes: Empanadas, filet mignon, and Grand Marnier crème brulée
Are you team sweet or team savory when it comes to your Born and Bread order?
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