Politics & Government
Sidbern's Chef Honored by Hillsborough County Commissioners
Chad Johnson, a semifinalist for a 2012 James Beard Foundation award, was recognized by the commissioners at Wednesday's meeting.

Chad Johnson, chef at South Tampa's , was recognized by the Hillsborough County Board of Commissioners on Wednesday for his recent nomination for a 2012 James Beard Foundation award.
Johnson , presented annually by the nationally recognized foundation.
Also recognized Wednesday were two other local nominees for James Beard Foundation Awards: Richard Gonzmart of Ybor City's Columbia Restaurant, a semifinalist for Outstanding Restaurateur honors, and Greg Baker of Seminole Heights' The Refinery, also a semifinalist for Best Chef: South.
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Commissioner Al Higginbotham presented their commendations and thanked the culinary standouts "for working to improve the economic success and positive image of Hillsborough County."
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