St. Louis' culinary scene is getting national attention with the announcement of this year's James Beard Award semifinalists.

Several St. Louis food phenoms have been named semifinalists for the James Beard Awards. The James Beard Foundation Awards recognizes chefs, restauranteurs, and food critics from all over the country.

Nathaniel Reid opened Nathaniel Reid Bakery at 11243 ... Nick Bognar, Sado: Bognar was previously named a James Beard Rising Star Chef nominee in 2019 and 2020, and, in the latter year, his ...