Dover's Evan Hennessey wins James Beard Award for Best Chef Northeast

By: Sarah Donovan

Outlets: Seacoast Online

Published: June 16, 2026

Words: 808

Last Updated: 1 month, 2 weeks ago

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CHICAGO — Renowned Dover, New Hampshire chef Evan Hennessey has been named winner of the 2026 James Beard Award in the category of Best Chef Northeast.

"If your dreams don't scare you, they're not big enough." Hennessey said on stage as he accepted the award. "I think that's pretty much what got all of us here."

The awards, held June 15 at the Lyric Opera of Chicago, are often referred to as …

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