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Chef's hands carefully plating an exquisite dish in a professional kitchen, representing the dedication behind James Beard Award nominations.

James Beard Awards 2026: Semifinalists and Finalists

Darmyelesh Alemu, chef at Beteseb Restaurant, earned a semifinalist nod for Best Chef in the Mid-Atlantic region for the 2026 James Beard Awards, the sole Montgomery County chef to do so.

Raffi Hovsepian·June 6, 2026