James Beard 2004 Award Winners

No one expects samba dancers in G-strings at the James Beard Foundation awards, but there they were, shakin' booty onstage at the onset of the ceremony. The dancers were just part of Monday evening's presentation at the Marriott Marquis, where more than 1,000 guests packed the Broadway Ballroom for the most important food and restaurant industry event in the country. The awards ceremony was followed by a Latin-themed tasting gala; a schmooze-fest for the restaurant community.

Here's a list of New York-based winners:

• San Pellegrino Outstanding Restaurant Award: Chanterelle


• Gallo of Sonoma Rising Star Chef of the Year: Allison Vines-Rushing of Jack's Luxury Oyster Bar


• Smithfield Foods Outstanding Service Award: Eleven Madison Park


• Gallo of Sonoma Outstanding Wine Service Award: Babbo


• American Express Best Chef New York: David Pasternack of Esca


• Outstanding Restaurant Design: Avro Ko for Public


• Outstanding Restaurant Graphics: Avro Ko for Public

Posted 05.12.04

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