Did James Beard snub Richmond restaurants?

The James Beard Awards, the food world's equivalent to the Oscars
in Hollywood, snubbed Richmond restaurants and chefs for the
third year in a row, Richmond Times-Dispatch restaurant critic
Justin Lo (who appeared way back on Ep. 8) wrote in a recent
article that appeared in the city paper.


Lo laid out his reasoning behind the so-called snubs and later
called his article a conversation starter on the topic.


Well, consider the conversation continued.


On this episode of "Eat It, Virginia!" co-host Robey Martin
shares her beliefs about why no Richmond chefs nor restaurants
have been honored by James Beard since the pandemic.


She also lays out what Richmond restaurants and their fans should
do to help Richmond get back on the James Beard map (15:15).


Before that, Scott shares some recent breakfast and coffee
experiences (2:45) at Rise and Shine Diner in
Ashland and Café y Sabor, Brecotea, and
Brick Road Coffee Co. all along various parts of
West Broad Street in Henrico County.


Robey also wants you yo know about a special Juneteenth
Celebration dinner (8:40) with Dr. Leni Sorensen at The Roosevelt
in Richmond. Tickets are available here.


This episode is sponsored by the Virginia Museum of
History & Culture and its new exhibit Julia Child: A
Recipe For Life.


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