2011 Rammy Award Winners: Todd Gray, José Andrés More!

The Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington announced the winners of the 2011 Rammy Awards last night, the annual gala honoring local chefs, restaurateurs and other industry professionals. Chef Todd Gray finally took home the title of Chef of the Year, while José Andrés gave yet another inspirational speech urging his fellow chefs to use their location to influence lawmakers on food policy. Here are the winners:

Duke Zeibert Capital Achievement Award: José Andrés
Chef of the Year: Todd Gray, Equinox/Watershed
Fine Dining Restaurant: The Source by Wolfgang Puck
Upscale Casual Restaurant: Tabard Inn
Best New Restaurant: Estadio
Rising Culinary Star: Kyle Bailey, Birch & Barley
Pastry Chef: Tiffany MacIsaac, Neighborhood Restaurant Group
Restaurant Employee: Ryme Lansari, Café Atlantico/Minibar
Restaurant Manager: Hans Olson, Clyde's of Reston
Wine Program: Taberna del Alabardero
Beverage/Mixology Program: Founding Farmers
Joan Hisaoka Associate Member of the Year: Ritz-Carlton

PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARDS

Neighborhood Gathering Place: Ted's Bulletin
Power Spot: Carmine's
Hottest Bar Scene: Chef Geoff's — Tysons Corner
Your Favorite Restaurant: Carmine's
Where Magazine Visitors' Choice Award: Old Ebbitt Grill

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