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title: "Chef Marc Qui\u00f1ones Named to James Beard Foundation’s 2026\u20132027 TasteTwenty"
url: https://lafondasantafe.com/chef-marc-quinones-named-to-james-beard-foundations-2026-2027-tastetwenty/
author: "bandersson@lafondasantafe.com"
date: 2026-06-02
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# Chef Marc Quiñones Named to James Beard Foundation’s 2026–2027 TasteTwenty

# Chef Marc Joins James Beard TasteTwenty

Chef Marc Quiñones of La Fonda on the Plaza has been selected as part of the James Beard Foundation’s 2026–2027 TasteTwenty — an annual recognition of chefs who demonstrate exceptional culinary talent and meaningful impact beyond the kitchen. A James Beard Award Semifinalist® and Legacy Network Alum, Chef Marc joins a national cohort of independent restaurant chefs chosen as ones to watch in the industry.

[Learn More](https://www.jamesbeard.org/events/tastetwenty-chefs-2026-2027)