In the glittering world of culinary arts, the James Beard Award is widely regarded as the "Oscars of Food." After eight nominations, Filipino-born American chef Margarita Lorenzana Manzke has finally clinched the prestigious accolade in the Outstanding Pastry Chef or Baker category.
A Filipino culinary artist was recently recognized as the Outstanding Pastry Chef or Baker during the 2023 James Beard Awards, dubbed as the Oscars of the culinary world.