Andy Schumacher, chef and co-owner at Cobble Hill Restaurant in Cedar Rapids, earned his second semifinalist nomination for Best Chef Midwest from the James Beard Foundation 10 years after his first. beardfoundation, the so-called Oscars of the food world, recognizes talent in the kitchen — as well as the front of the house. For now, Schumacher and his wife, Carrie, are grounded, continuing their work to put out seasonal farm-to-table food with a contemporary twist. Andy Schumacher focuses on the kitchen, creating about 50% of the menu, from appetizers to desserts. Carrie Schumacher runs the front of the house, touching tables, ensuring everyone feels the hospitality of cobblehillrestaurant, named for the neighborhood they called home in Brooklyn. Tap the link in our bio for more on this story. 📰: snoozun #CedarRapids #Iowa #DesMoinesFoodie #DesMoinesEats #JamesBeard