Chicago's restaurant industry celebrated its own at a ceremony announcing the winner of the local Banchet Awards, which also honored Alinea's Grant Achatz with a lifetime achievement.
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Immersive, Opulent, Maximalism Is In, Judging from Some Chicago Finalists for Restaurant Design
Maggie HennessyJudging from the restaurant designs up for recognition at Chicago's local Jean Banchet Awards, what we all seem to need right now is aspirational escape.
The 2026 Finalists for Chicago's Local Food Awards, the Banchets
Daniel HautzingerThe nominations for the 2026 Banchet Awards for Culinary Excellence have been announced in 12 categories recognizing chefs, restaurants, designers, and bartenders from fine dining jewels to counter service gems.
The 2025 Winners of the Jean Banchets, Chicago's Local Food Awards
Daniel HautzingerThe Jean Banchet Awards for Culinary Excellence honor Chicago’s food and beverage industry on home turf. Here are the 2025 winners.
The 2025 Finalists for Chicago's Local Food Awards, the Jean Banchets
Daniel HautzingerThe local Jean Banchet Awards for Culinary Excellence recognize Chicago's talent, from counter service to fine dining, with a new recognition for pizza this year.
The 2024 Winners of Chicago's Local Food Awards, the Jean Banchets
Daniel HautzingerChicago's homegrown Jean Banchet Awards for Culinary Excellence have named their 2024 winners.
The Finalists for Chicago's Local Food Awards Have Been Announced
Daniel HautzingerThe Jean Banchet Awards are local food industry awards that often spotlight talent overlooked by national and international publications. See the nominees in twelve categories this year.
