The 2025 James Beard Award For Best New Restaurant Has Been Awarded To This Minnesota-Based French-American Spot - Tasting Table
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The 35th annual James Beard Awards were held at the Lyric Opera of Chicago, celebrating exceptional culinary talent. Notably, Bûcheron, a French-American bistro from Minnesota, won Best New Restaurant, marking a significant achievement as it was the only nominee from the Great Lakes and Midwest. Having opened in 2024, Bûcheron is recognized for its innovative dining experience and follows in the footsteps of Minnesota’s previous winner, Owamni. Owners Adam and Jeanie Janas Ritter expressed their joy, calling the win an 'out of body experience' for the team.
Bûcheron was the only nominee from the Great Lakes and Midwest region in the Best New Restaurant category during the recent James Beard Awards.
Winning the prestigious James Beard Award was described by Bûcheron's owners as 'kind of an out of body experience,' highlighting its significance in the culinary world.
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