Vinnie Cimino, who grew up in Ellet and now calls Highland Square home, just landed his third straight James Beard semifinalist spot—think of it as the Oscars for chefs! As co-owner of Cordelia in Cleveland, he’s representing Akron and the Great Lakes region among just 20 chefs. It’s a big deal for our local food scene, and it’s got people buzzing: could this finally be Vinnie’s year to bring home the win? What do you think makes a chef truly stand out? Let’s hear your favorite local spots and culinary heroes! #Food #AkronEats #JamesBeard