Several San Antonio chefs and restaurants were named semifinalists for the prestigious 2026 James Beard Awards.
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The James Beard Foundation, which calls itself the “pinnacle of culinary recognition in the U.S.,” announced the semifinalists Wednesday in a news release.Mixtli, located in Southtown, is among the semifinalists for the Outstanding Hospitality Award presented by Acqua Panna Natural Spring Water. The award honors restaurants that consistently excel in food, atmosphere, hospitality and operations. Anacacho Coffee & Cantina, which debuted on May 9, 2025, is a semifinalist in the “Best New Restaurant” category. The award recognizes a restaurant that shows “excellence in cuisine, seems likely to make a significant impact in years to come, and demonstrates consistent excellence in food, atmosphere, hospitality, and operations,” according to the foundation.Tavel Bristol-Joseph of Nicosi is among the semifinalists for “Outstanding Pastry Chef or Baker.” The award goes to a candidate who shows “exceptional skills and can be affiliated with any food business and does not need a brick-and-mortar presence,” the release states. In Seguin, Texas, chefs David Kirkland and Ernest Servantes of Burnt Bean Co. were nominated for the Outstanding Chef category. The award recognizes chefs who set high culinary standards and serve as a “positive example for other food professionals.” “Recognition of any kind — whether as a semifinalist, nominee, or winner — can lead to significant visibility, new opportunities, and positive economic impact that helps sustain these vital businesses,” the release states. Restaurant and chef nominees will be announced on Tuesday, March 31, according to the foundation. The James Beard Restaurant and Chef Awards Ceremony will be held on Monday, June 15, at the Lyric Opera of Chicago.Andrea K. Moreno is a Digital Journalist at KSAT. She graduated from Texas State University with an electronic media degree and a minor in psychology. She also attended San Antonio College, where she held several positions at The Ranger, now known as The Sundial, for three years.Developer says it wants to work with community to reimagine Lone Star Brewery siteBexar County helps family on verge of eviction after KSAT storyClosing arguments set to begin in child endangerment trial of ex-Uvalde CISD police officerTexas families can soon access state’s education savings account. Here’s how the process worksWemby says NBA needs more bald playersCity refills San Antonio River Walk after crews clean out trashSights and Sounds from MLK March 2026: NEMI House of Glory previews performanceCounty expedites financial assistance for family at risk of eviction after KSAT report, judge says3D animation traces Robb gunman’s approximate stepsSan Antonio Police Department Chief William McManus announces retirementHow seasonal illnesses are impacting San Antonio-area classrooms
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