The speakers include renowned cook Alton Brown, former Duke University men’s basketball coach Mike Krzyzewski and Anne-Marie Roerink, president of 210 Analytics.
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Say hello to the 2026 JBFA nominees
Fire Island Rustic Bakeshop, Wild Crumb and Weltons Tiny Bakeshop were among the Outstanding Bakery nominations.
Honoring tradition: Starship Bagel’s successful liftoff
Founder Oren Salomon has found a sustainable business model selling traditional New York bagels, generating big business and national acclaim.
Abundant creation: Quail & Condor carves space in small-town CA
Spurred by passion and an operations mindset, Melissa Yanc and Sean McGaughey have shaped a stand-out bakery experience.
Cat Cox crowned JBFA Outstanding Pastry Chef or Baker
Cat owns Country Bird Bakery, which is best known for its use of local grains in various sourdough offerings.
JinJu Patisserie earns JBFA Outstanding Bakery honors
JinJu Patisserie became the third honoree in the Outstanding Bakery category, which was first introduced in 2023.
History and flavor find common ground at Gusto Bread
Gusto Bread in Long Beach, CA, is the only panadería to be shortlisted for the Outstanding Bakery category in back-to-back years.
Traditional bagels, classic recipes honored at Starship Bagel
Simple in structure but intentional in formulation, Starship’s bagels are carefully crafted through a two-day fermentation period.
Pristine pastry: CH Patisserie centers quality experience
Since opening in 2013, the patisserie has evolved but remained true to its core values and commitment to quality.
Meet the 2025 James Beard Award nominees
Considered one of the most prestigious culinary honors, the awards recognize global talent and a commitment to a positive culture.
James Beard nods drive business for semifinalist bakeries
Receiving the nod gave several bakeries an unexpected boost.
James Beard Foundation announces 2025 awards semifinalists
This year marks the 35th anniversary of the awards, which recognize talent in the culinary industry.