Voting by Beard Foundation judges is now open in the final round, with the results to be announced after 10 p.m. on May 5.
BEST CHEF: SOUTHEAST
Chefs who have set new or consistent standards of excellence in their respective regions. Candidates may be from any kind of dining establishment and must have been working as a chef for at least five years with the three most recent years spent in the region. (GA, KY, NC, SC, TN, WV)
Kathy Cary, Lilly's, Louisville, KY
Edward Lee, 610 Magnolia, Louisville, KY
Also, one Kentuckian remains "alive" on Beard's wine, beer and spirits ballot:
OUTSTANDING WINE, SPIRITS, AND BEER PROFESSIONAL
A winemaker, brewer or spirits professional who has made significant national impact on the wines and spirits industry.
Harlen Wheatley, Buffalo Trace Distillery, Frankfort, KY