We sat down with Pastry Chef Clement Loubeyre of Benoit by Alain Ducasse in Midtown Manhattan, New York. Benoit NYC is a contemporary French bistro by Alain Ducasse. Clement loves classic French desserts, but above all revisiting them with new techniques or additional flavors. One of his favorite desserts at Benoit since his arrival is the chocolate soufflé, as comforting as it is mouthwatering.

We sat down with Executive Chef Melissa Araujo of Alma Cafe in New Orleans, Louisiana. Alma Cafe is an award-winning Honduran restaurant located in the Bywater, just outside of the French Quarter. From Pollo Chuco, to Bloody Mary's and avocado toast Alma offers an extensive array of dishes focusing on Honduran food.

We sat down with Executive Chef Bill Heckler of STIR and Massey’s Kitchen in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Located in the historical Chattanooga Choo Choo, STIR has a raw bar, so guests can enjoy a variety of fresh seafood as well as chicken and premium steak entrées. For artisanal flatbreads, Massey's Kitchen is the ultimate hangout spot on Lookout Mountain.

We sat down with Executive Chef Ricardo Jarquin Americana Kitchen at Loews Coral Gables Hotel, Florida. The urban meeting point in Coral Gables — American is a place to eat, drink and socialize. Enjoy the dining room with its open kitchen, the intimate lounge, and the lively circle bar.

We sat down with Daniel and Cyndie Goss of Point B in Knoxville, Tennessee. Point B focuses on local and seasonal inspirations for food dishes, craft cocktails, and refreshing mocktails.

We sat down with Executive Chef Gladis Lizarraga of TRIO in Palm Springs, California. Centrally located in the Uptown Design District, along North Palm Canyon Drive — TRIO offers modern California cuisine that is both seasonally-inspired and handcrafted.

We sat down with Executive Chef Finn Treece of Finn's Chophouse in Spring Lake, Michigan. Located near Grand Haven in the heart of Spring Lake Village, Finn’s is an American chophouse with a fresh take on historical Southern cuisine.

We sat down with Executive Chef Cheryl Bernacchi of Bistro on the Boulevard at The Boulevard Inn in St. Joseph, Michigan. Bistro on the Boulevard is an American restaurant that executes elevated, seasonal, modern American cuisine. The menu celebrates the bounties of Southwest Michigan while supporting local farmers. One goal is simple; to pair great food with friendly, refined service.

Winners of the prestigious James Bear Foundation awards, which debuted a new “Outstanding Bakery” category this year, will be announced June 5, 2023.

Featuring Fairmont Le Château Frontenac, Québec City, Québec, Canada

Featuring The Joule Hotel, Dallas, Texas, USA

Featuring Hôtel Quintessence, Mont-Tremblant, Québec, Canada

Featuring Shangri-La Hotel, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Featuring The Brown Hotel, Louisville, Kentucky, USA

Featuring Four Seasons Hotel, Westlake Village, California, USA

Featuring Fairmont Le Château Montebello, Québec, Canada

Featuring Langdon Hall, Relais & Châteaux, Cambridge, Ontario, Canada

Featuring Baron's Cove, Sag Harbor, New York, USA

Featuring The Ritz-Carlton Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Featuring 21c Museum Hotel, Cincinnati, Ohio, USA