
Food & Drink
Portland Duo Reach James Beard Finals as Five Maine Bids Fall Short
Dana Street and Thomas Takashi Cooke are finalists for the food world's Oscars; winners are named June 15 in Chicago.
Maine Business Wire reported on James Beard Foundation on September 29, 2026.
September 29, 2026
The James Beard Foundation said the 2026 finalists show exceptional talent and leadership in the independent restaurant business.

Food & Drink
Dana Street and Thomas Takashi Cooke are finalists for the food world's Oscars; winners are named June 15 in Chicago.