September 8, 2026

Harley Peet Brings Home the James Beard Award for Bas Rouge

Last night, the James Beard Foundation announced the winners of its Restaurant and Chef Awards, and Harley Peet, who the Spy profiled two months ago, took home the “Best Chef” for the Mid-Atlantic for his remarkable work at Bas Rouge in Easton.

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