D.C.'s 2026 James Beard winner: Susan Bae of Moon Rabbit

State of play: Susan Bae of Moon Rabbit took home the award for Outstanding Pastry Chef or Baker.

• This comes after she was nominated for a Beard three times.

Zoom out: Los Angeles chef Nancy Silverton — behind Georgetown's buzzy Osteria Mozza — earned a Lifetime Achievement Award.

Catch up quick: Here is the full list of D.C.-area semifinalists:

Best Chef: Mid-Atlantic:

• Suresh Sundas, Tapori — D.C.

Best New Restaurant:

• Maison Bar à Vins — D.C.

Outstanding Professional in Beverage Service:

• Brent Kroll, Maxwell Park — D.C.

Outstanding Wine and Other Beverages:

• Field & Main — Marshall, Virginia

Outstanding Pastry Chef or Baker

• Susan Bae, Moon Rabbit — D.C.