Live from the 2025 James Beard Awards: Stephanie Izard on Winning, Top Chef, and Chicago’s Culinary Scene

2025-06-30 · 51 min · episode 3 · 6 entities

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In this episode of The Chef’s Cut, recorded live from the 2025 James Beard Awards launch party at BLVD Steakhouse in Chicago, hosts Adrienne Cheatham and Joe Flam sit down with celebrity chef Stephanie Izard (Top Chef, Girl and the Goat) to talk about what it’s really like to win a James Beard Award. 🎙️ Topics covered in this episode include: Is it more memorable to win Top Chef or a James Beard Award? Stephanie’s lasting impact on the Chicago restaurant scene Behind the scenes at a James Beard Awards after party — and how to have the best time Which is tougher: innovating food or beverages in today’s industry? Stephanie’s earliest memories from Girl and the Goat (including some wild outfit choices!) A full recap of the 2025 James Beard Awards winners 👩‍🍳 Follow the chefs on Instagram: Stephanie: @stephanieizard Adrienne: @chefadriennecheatham Joe: @insta.flamm