The James Beard Foundation has announced the semifinalists for their annual awards & a few local names appeared on the list.
James Beard Foundation
Outstanding Restaurant: Magnolia Grill, Durham
Best Chef - Southeast:
Scott Howell, Nana's, Durham
Andrea Reusing, Lantern, Chapel Hill
Bill Smith, Crook's Corner, Chapel Hill
Chip Smith, Bonne Soiree, Chapel Hill