Cathy Whims nominated JBFA Best Chef: Northwest 2012

The culinary spotlight continues to shine on Portland, Oregon! We’re so excited to announce that the James Beard Foundation has nominated our beloved chef and owner Cathy Whims for Best Chef: Northwest for the fourth consecutive year.  “The caliber of chefs in the Pacific Northwest category is stellar, and I am humbled to be in their company.  Their unique styles keep our region relevant in the culinary conversation,” says Cathy Whims.

Congratulations to all the nominees! For a more in depth read about this year’s lineup, visit OregonLive: 

www.oregonlive.com/dining/index.ssf/2012/03/portland_again_dominates_best.html