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Local Chefs of Greater Des Moines
Hear why local chefs set up shop in Greater Des Moines. Find out how a zombie-themed burger joint came to life and then became a staple of the city. Learn from those who made the food scene in Greater Des Moines delicious. Whether you are looking for a James Beard Nominee or someone who can make the juiciest burger you ever devoured, you can catch an eclectic mix of culinary creators in Greater Des Moines.
JAMES BEARD NOMINATED CHEFS
Joe Tripp – Alba – 2016, 2017 – Semifinalist for Best Chef: Midwest
Joe Tripp – Harbinger – 2018, 2019 - Semifinalist for Best Chef: Midwest
Sean Wilson – Proof – 2015, 2014, 2013 – semi-finalist for Best Chef: Midwest
Nic Gonwa – Eatery A – 2015 – Rising Star of the Year
George Formaro – 2013, 2014 – Outstanding Restauranteur – 2014, 2013, 2012, 2010, 2009, 2008 – Best Chef: Midwest; 2014 Best New Restaurant Django, National Category
Phil Shires – Café di Scala (Now Aposto) – 2014 Best Chef: Midwest
David Baruthio – Baru 66 – 2011 Best New Restaurant Semi Finalist - 2013 - Semifinalist for Best Chef:Midwest
Tony Lemmo – Café di Scala (Now Aposto) – Best Chef: Midwest 2014
Enosh Kelley – Bistro Montage – 2009 - Semifinalist for Best Chef: Midwest
Stephen Logsdon – Lucca – 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009 – Semifinalist for Best Chef: Midwest
Joe Logsdon – La Mie Bakery - 2010 – Semifinalist for Outstanding pastry chef
Jason Simon – Alba – 2011 – Semifinalist for Best Chef: Midwest
Carly Groben – Proof – 2010 – Semifinalist for Rising Star Chef of the Year
Andrew Meek – Sage – 2008– Semifinalist for Best Chef: Midwest