This Treme classic is being recognized for being "a cornerstone of Creole cuisine and Black American culture for eight decades."

The James Beard Awards were handed out in Chicago Monday night to the best restaurants and chefs from around the country. Five local chefs and restaurants were nominated, including Galit in Lincoln Park for Outstanding restaurant and Kumiko in the West Loop for Outstanding Bar.

Arjav Ezekiel's James Beard Foundation award represents the first time an Austin restaurant professional has won the prestigious national award for

Mawn's chef Phila Lorn scored a big W on Monday night at the James Beard Awards. Why it matters: "The Beards" are a big deal, considered the Oscars of the American hospitality industry. Zoom in: Lorn won an award in the Emerging Chef category.

Minnesota took home two James Beard Awards during Monday night's ceremony, earning some national recognition for its locally evangelized food scene.