Congratulations to all the winners of the 2025 #JamesBeardAwards! Presented by The James Beard Foundation, the James Beard Awards recognize the best of the year across Chefs, Restaurants, and Media. The celebration took place earlier this week across two nights of ceremonies, including the James Beard Foundation: Media Awards, hosted by Padma Lakshmi. Winners included our 2024 Gold Gala head chef, Vijay Kumar of #Semma as Best Chef: New York, and our Gold Chef Prize selection committee member Chef Junghyun Park of #Atomix for Outstanding Hospitality. From tradition to innovation, these individuals have brought bold flavors and cultural roots to every plate. A win for the community—and our tastebuds! Swipe through to see some of the many winners of the James Beard Awards!