A day after learning she's a James Beard Award semifinalist, Sudova chef and owner Sarah Dworak tells us how she went from home cook to star chef.

Vermont chefs and restaurants have been recognized as semifinalists for the prestigious James Beard Foundation Awards, highlighting the state's culinary talent.

We won’t learn who wins until the ceremony in June (and the final nominees will be announced at the end of March), but there’s already a lot to celebrate, as 12 – count ‘em, 12! – chefs, restaurants, ...