Culinary Scene

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Chicago chefs celebrating their 2026 James Beard Award nominations with a toast in a lively, award-filled kitchen setting.

The Test Kitchen

Chicago chefs celebrate as 2026 James Beard nominees announced

The James Beard Awards ceremony is just days away, set for Monday, June 10, right here in Chicago!

Darius Williams·June 10, 2026

A lively Philadelphia street at night, showcasing the city's expanding culinary scene with illuminated restaurant storefronts and happy diners.

The Test Kitchen

Philadelphia Welcomes New Restaurants, Expanding Culinary Scene

Philadelphia's dining scene is expanding with new concepts, from a Vietnamese spot in Port Richmond to a French bistro in Media.

Raffi Hovsepian·June 5, 2026

A close-up of an exquisitely prepared Southern Thai dish at Kalaya restaurant, Philadelphia, illuminated by warm, ambient lighting.

The Critic's Table

Philadelphia's Culinary Scene Shines in 2026 James Beard Award Nominee List

Kalaya, a Southern Thai restaurant in Philadelphia, ranks 11th on North America's 50 Best Restaurants list.

Ezra Kaplan·May 30, 2026