This year, Houston racked up nearly a dozen semifinalists in the James Beards Awards, known as the Oscars of the food scene. But then only one made it to the final round — chef Emmanuel Chavez of Tatemó — where they were shut out. Why did Houston go home empty handed? And does this mean Space City’s food scene is on the decline? City Cast Houston host Raheel Ramzanali breaks it down with Bao Ong, the Houston Chronicle’s restaurant columnist. For full reviews on the restaurants and awards in this episode, check more out here: Houston gets shut out at the James Beard Awards  Baso in Heights Belly of the Beast Jun Koffeteria Squable Tatemó Looking for more Houston news? Then sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Houston  Follow us on Instagram  @CityCastHouston Don’t have social media? Then leave us a voicemail or text us at +1 713-489-6972 with your thoughts! Have feedback or a show idea? Let us know!  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Let’s Talk! Thanks to our sponsors for today’s episode: Downtown Houston+ CAMH Babbel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices