This week, host Brandi Fullwood talks to Seattle Times critic Tan Vinh about the nominees for the James Beard Awards. They'll breakdown the restaurants up for nomination and help you make a reservation before it gets too tough. Plus, what these awards mean for the Seattle food scene.

Read more about the James Beard Awards nominations in the Seattle Times: https://www.seattletimes.com/life/food-drink/james-beard-awards-2026-2-seattle-chefs-named-finalists/ 

Discussed in this episode:

• Anonymous judges of the food industry Oscars
• Tidepools and teamwork on the plate
• Putting a ‘W’ in the chat for Washington wine
• "Acceptance speeches" from the chefs at Atoma and Surrell  

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