Kris Komori, the chef of KIN in Boise, took home the James Beard award for Best Chef: Mountain region. (Screenshot / James Beard Awards)

Earlier this summer, Idaho history was made as the first chef from the Gem State won a James Beard Award.

Kris Komori, co-owner of KIN in Downtown Boise, was named best chef Mountain Region. He was among five finalists in the category, including the co-owner and chef at Amano in Caldwell.

Idaho Matters sat down with Komori to talk about the special recognition.