James Beard Book Awards 2026: Literary Writing
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Winner
The winner of this category.
- Winner · 2026
The Last Sweet Bite: Stories and Recipes of Culinary Heritage Lost and Found
Award wording: WinnerSupporting source: The 2026 James Beard Media Award Winners | James Beard Foundation
Other recognized books
- Nominee · 2026
Dirty Kitchen: A Memoir of Food and Family
Award wording: NomineeSupporting source: The 2026 James Beard Media Award Nominees
- Nominee · 2026
Strong Roots: A Memoir of Food, Family, and Ukraine
Award wording: NomineeSupporting source: The 2026 James Beard Media Award Nominees