The Dish: Michael White
Michael White is a James Beard Award-winning chef who's racked up multiple Michelin stars. Now he's back on the New York dining scene with his new Italian restaurant Santi.
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Behind the scenes at Mawn, award-winning chef makes Philadelphia proud
Phila Lorn, a James Beard Emerging Chef Award winner, is the mastermind behind Mawn, one of Philadelphia's hottest restaurants.
David Chang talks "Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner"
Chef David Chang is the creative powerhouse behind Netflix's "Ugly Delicious" and the popular Momofuku restaurants. The James Beard Award-winning chef is now the host and executive producer of a new show, "Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner." Chang joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the show and shares why he says cooking doesn't come naturally to him.
James Beard Awards recognizes best chefs
The most delicious award show of the year took place in Chicago earlier this week. The 2024 James Beard Awards celebrated the best chefs, old and new, as well as the best restaurants from all across the country. CBS News national correspondent Michelle Miller has details.
The Dish: Chef Fariyal Abdullahi
The prestigious James Beard Awards are often dubbed the Oscars of the culinary world. Chef Fariyal Abdullahi is a first-time nominee and finalist in the "Emerging Chef" category. Known for her appearances on Food Network's "Chopped," the Ethiopian-born chef runs the kitchen at Hav & Mar in New York City.
The Dish: Zach Engel
At Galit, James Beard Award-winning chef Zach Engel takes diners on a trip through the Middle East. The Chicago restaurant features modern cuisine and a unique wine list, and has garnered awards and praise since opening in 2019.
The Dish: Felipe Donnelly
Felipe Donnelly was born in Spain and spent his childhood traveling in South America and Mexico. Now, he has three restaurants in New York City, including the James Beard Award-nominated Colonia Verde.
The Dish: Chef Frank Brigtsen
Frank Brigsten has earned a James Beard award and other prestigious prizes, but the New Orleans chef thinks one of his greatest achievements is working with legendary Paul Prudhomme, who helped him break into the restaurant world and even open his own establishment. Michelle Miller reports on his journey and how he's paying it forward.
The Dish: Chef Warda Bougettaya
Pastry chef Warda Bouguettaya's journey from her native Algeria to Michigan and beyond is reflected in her bakery, Warda Patisserie. In 2022, Warda was named one of Food and Wine's best new chefs and outstanding pastry chef at the James Beard Awards, becoming the first Detroit chef to earn the honor in nearly 30 years. Dana Jacobson has more.
Chef Rob Rubba redefines sustainable dining
Oyster Oyster, a vegetarian restaurant in Washington, D.C., is setting an example for sustainability by creatively repurposing every part of its ingredients. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe shows us how chef Rob Rubba's commitment to reducing food waste and serving innovative dishes earned him the prestigious James Beard Award for Outstanding Chef, and a Michelin star for his restaurant.
Brooklyn restaurant serves Persian food
Nasim Alikhani's Brooklyn restaurant Sofreh has exploded in popularity. "CBS Mornings" co-host Tony Dokoupil spoke with the James Beard Award finalist on how she realized her dream of becoming a professional chef and opening a restaurant at 59 years old.
The Dish: Victoria Elizondo
On our Final Four edition of The Dish, meet Houston-based chef Victoria Elizondo, who uses Mexican food to connect with her community and heritage. Dana Jacobson has more on the James Beard Award semi-finalist.
This Jamaican restaurant is a labor of love
Albert, or "Sammy" Bartley, as he is known, and his wife Malenda are immigrants from Jamaica who own a small restaurant in upstate New York serving Jamaican cuisine. Despite its modest look, it's been nominated twice for the prestigious James Beard award. Sammy spent the last 30 years mixing chemicals before taking the risk. Not only did his dream of opening a restaurant come true, but he also met his wife in the process. Vladimiar Duthiers reports.
The Dish: Chefs Scott Tacinelli, Angie Rito
Chefs Scott Tacinelli and Angie Rito's restaurant "Don Angie" won a prestigious Michelin star. They've both been nominated for the James Beard Award and have a new cookbook out. They spoke with Dana Jacobson about food, family and their special "taste" for innovation.
The Dish: Chef Joseph Johnson
When a chef earns a prestigious degree from The Culinary Institute of America and receives the coveted James Beard Award, they are usually found in high-end restaurants. But that is not where Chef Joseph Johnson finds himself - instead, he's turned his talents towards bringing healthy food to his community. Michelle Miller has the details.
The Dish: Chef Peter Serpico
Born in South Korea, chef Peter Serpico was adopted at two years old by an American couple and grew up in suburban Maryland. After culinary school, he had the good fortune to meet his mentor, New York star chef David Chang, and become head chef at Chang's acclaimed Momofuku Ko. His work there won him a James Beard Award. In 2013, he stepped out on his own and opened Serpico in Philadelphia.
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Chef Joanne Chang grew up in Texas and Oklahoma with a love of both baking and learning. She graduated from Harvard and became a management consultant before ultimately pursuing a career in food. In 2000, she opened Boston's Flour, which now has seven locations, and last year won the James Beard Award for Outstanding Baker. Chang joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to discuss her culinary journey.
Spike Gjerde was born in Iowa farm country and was late-arriving at his decision to cook for a living
Spike Gjerde was born in Iowa farm country and was late-arriving at his decision to cook for a living. His restaurants in Baltimore benefit from his close relationships with farmers and fishermen in and around the Chesapeake Bay. He runs a variety of food-related businesses in Baltimore including Woodberry Kitchen restaurant which earned him a James Beard award. Gjerde joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to discuss his journey to becoming a chef and cooking philosophy.
James Beard Award winning chef Jonathon Sawyer has studied and worked all along the East Coast, but his heart was always in Cleveland
James Beard Award winning chef Jonathon Sawyer has studied and worked all along the East Coast, but his heart was always in Cleveland. The chef returned to his hometown eight years ago, and now has four restaurants in the city, including his flagship The Greenhouse Tavern, a French and seasonally inspired gastropub, and Noodlecat, focusing on ramen and local ingredients. Chef Sawyer joins “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to talk about his first James Beard Award, and share one of his favorite meals.
The Dish: St. Elmo Steak House
For many, the James Beard-award winning St. Elmo Steak House is the place to be seen during big events in Indianapolis. "CBS This Morning: Saturday" co-host Dana Jacobson took a trip to St. Elmos meet the current owner, and learn about the classic steakhouse experience on offer.
The Dish: Chef Alfred Portale looks back on three decades at Gotham Bar and Grill
On the ongoing dish series, “CBS This Morning: Saturday” is catching up with an old face in a new place. Chef Alfred Portale has spent nearly four decades in the culinary sphere. A pioneer in the “new American” food movement, with multiple James Beard awards, a Michelin star, unprecedented reviews and three best-selling cookbooks, Portale has little to prove. However, that didn't stop him from leaving the iconic New York restaurant he helped build to open a place of his own. He and Dana Jacobson reflect on the chef’s years-long career.
Brooklyn distillers trace origins of spirits
Forthave Spirits is a Brooklyn distillery producing ingredient driven spirits. Vladimir Duthiers investigates the ages-old origins behind some of their recipes.
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Meet the culinary duo behind Canal House
From food styling and photography, to the opening of a celebrated restaurant, dynamic duo Christopher Hirsheimer and Melissa Hamilton can do it all: write about food, take pictures of it and cook it in pretty amazing ways. They are the team behind "Canal House," the famed cookbook brand that just branched out. Jeff Glor meets the James Beard Award-winning pair.
Chef David Chang on his revealing new memoir
Anthony Mason talks to six-time James Beard Award winner Chef David Chang about his new memoir, "Eat a Peach," the restaurant industry's uncertain future, growing up, his anger and mental health, Anthony Bourdain, learning to accept praise and starting a family.
Hegseth won't commit to releasing video of second strike on alleged drug boat
"We're reviewing the process, and we'll see," Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said.
Winter weather alerts to impact 18 million people across West and Midwest
Winter storms are forecast to bring heavy snows and bitter winds across the regions.
Trump's birthday added to list of free days at national parks; MLK Day, Juneteenth removed
The change to the schedule comes shortly after the Trump administration announced new fees for non-resident visitors.
Trump calls on Baseball Hall of Fame to admit Roger Clemens
The 63-year-old Roger Clemens has been accused of using performance-enhancing drugs, which he has denied.
Nobel laureate Maria Corina Machado to travel to Oslo for peace prize
Maria Corina Machado has been living in hiding in Venezuela since the 2024 presidential election.
Russia targets Ukraine with massive drone attack amid diplomatic talks
Russia launched a huge attack on Ukraine overnight as the country marked Armed Forces Day on Saturday, Ukraine's air force said.
Prominent U.S. playwright arrested in Japan for alleged ecstasy smuggling
Japanese officials said Jeremy O Harris, known for his Tony-nominated "Slave Play" and his role in the series "Emily in Paris," was arrested on the island of Okinawa on Nov. 16.
Gaza ceasefire talks in "critical moment" as second phase in deal yet to begin
Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani told an international conference in the Qatari capital that international mediators, led by the U.S., are working toward the second phase of peace deal.
Michael Annett, former NASCAR racing star, dies at 39
Michael Annett won the Xfinity Series' season-opening race at Daytona International Speedway in 2019.
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Teen's sister looks to TikTok to help solve 25-year-old murder mystery
With her posts and pleas on TikTok, Molly Bish's sister Jennifer hopes she will generate new tips that will finally solve her sister's Massachusetts murder case and put an end to a painful decades-old mystery.
How did teen Danni Houchins die? Her family's search for the truth
For years, the death of 15-year-old Danielle "Danni" Houchins had been shrouded in mystery. Montana investigators initially said it could have been a tragic accident, but her family always suspected something more sinister.
Trump awards medals to the Kennedy Center honorees in Oval Office ceremony
President Trump presented medals to the 2025 Kennedy Center honorees during an Oval Office ceremony.
Trump calls on Baseball Hall of Fame to admit Roger Clemens
The 63-year-old Roger Clemens has been accused of using performance-enhancing drugs, which he has denied.
Winter weather alerts to impact 18 million people across West and Midwest
Winter storms are forecast to bring heavy snows and bitter winds across the regions.
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For Gen Zers, finding work after college is often a painful slog
"It's very discouraging," said one young job-seeker as employers pull back on hiring entry-level workers.
Here's where minimum wage increases are set to kick in next year
Minimum wages are set to rise in 22 U.S. states and 66 cities and counties next year, even as the federal baseline wage remains at $7.25.
Officials expand probe into Waymo over robotaxis driving around buses
Federal regulators are investigating multiple Texas incidents in which the robotaxis drove around stopped school buses.
Trump touts $20 trillion in new U.S. investments, but numbers don't add up
President Trump's claims of a historic multitrillion-dollar investment surge don't match federal data or the administration's own numbers.
Elon Musk's X fined $140 million for violating EU transparency rules
European regulators said X breached transparency rules under the Digital Services Act, a sweeping EU law intended to protect internet users.
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Hegseth won't commit to releasing video of second strike on alleged drug boat
"We're reviewing the process, and we'll see," Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said. "Whatever we were to decide to release, we'd have to be very responsible about reviewing that right now."
Trump awards medals to the Kennedy Center honorees in Oval Office ceremony
President Trump presented medals to the 2025 Kennedy Center honorees during an Oval Office ceremony.
Trump calls on Baseball Hall of Fame to admit Roger Clemens
The 63-year-old Roger Clemens has been accused of using performance-enhancing drugs, which he has denied.
U.S., Ukrainian officials will meet again Saturday on peace plan
The officials in a joint statement said they made progress on creating a security framework for postwar Ukraine and are urging Russia to commit to peace.
Survivors of Sept. 2 boat strike were waving before second attack, sources say
Two people who survived an early September U.S. attack on an alleged drug boat were waving overhead before they were killed in a now-controversial second strike, according to two sources.
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California warns against foraging mushrooms after cluster of poisonings, 1 death
California's public health department said one person has died and several others have suffered severe liver damage due to eating toxic mushrooms that were foraged.
Artist who fought for diagnosis turns incurable cancer journey into art
Nardiz Cooke was immediately transfixed by the mask she wore while receiving treatment for late-stage cancer.
CDC panel votes to stop recommending birth dose of hepatitis B vaccine
The CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, with members appointed by RFK Jr., voted to change longstanding recommendations on the hepatitis B vaccine.
Could pets be next for weight loss drugs? Here's what to know about a study.
A clinical study into weight loss drugs for pets just launched, with results from the trial expected by next summer.
CDC panel to vote Friday on hepatitis B vaccine for newborns
The CDC's vaccine advisory panel meets Thursday and Friday to discuss recommendations for the hepatitis B vaccine and the schedule of childhood shots.
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At least 23 killed in nightclub fire in India
The blaze occurred just past midnight in Arpora in North Goa, a party hub.
Hegseth won't commit to releasing video of second strike on alleged drug boat
"We're reviewing the process, and we'll see," Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said. "Whatever we were to decide to release, we'd have to be very responsible about reviewing that right now."
Afghan refugees forge their way on the soccer pitch
The Taliban made women's sports illegal in 2021 when the U.S. withdrew from Afghanistan, but it hasn't stopped a group of refugees in Houston determined to forge their own way on the soccer pitch.
Gaza ceasefire talks in "critical moment" as second phase in deal yet to begin
Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani told an international conference in the Qatari capital that international mediators, led by the U.S., are working toward the second phase of peace deal.
Nobel laureate Maria Corina Machado to travel to Oslo for peace prize
Maria Corina Machado has been living in hiding in Venezuela since the 2024 presidential election.
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Trump awards medals to the Kennedy Center honorees in Oval Office ceremony
President Trump presented medals to the 2025 Kennedy Center honorees during an Oval Office ceremony.
From the archives: Architect Frank Gehry
Frank Gehry, one of the towering figures in architecture in the last century, died on Fri., Dec. 5, 2025 at age 96. Watch four reports on Gehry from the "Sunday Morning" archives, including, from 2002, a profile by Scott Pelley; from 2006, Serena Altschul looked at Gehry's jewelry line; from 2022, Gehry talked with Bill Whitaker about his creative process; and from 2020, Gehry discussed his contested design for the Eisenhower Memorial, in Washington, D.C., with Rita Braver.
Tim Blake Nelson on his new book "Superhero"
You may recognize Tim Blake Nelson from "O Brother, Where Art Thou?" and "The Ballad of Buster Scruggs," but his latest book "Superhero" explores what he considers Hollywood's favorite genre.
Netlix and Warner Bros. deal sparks concern
Netflix is set to buy Warner Bros. in a deal valued at $72 billion, but the announcement has sparked concern among industry workers.
AVTT/PTTN perform "Received"
AVTT/PTTN is a collaboration between The Avett Brothers and former "Faith No More" frontman Mike Patton. Their self-titled album AVTT/PTTN is a collection of nine songs that came out in November, and here they are performing "Received."
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Waymo says its cars are better at avoiding crashes
Waymo has released new data showing its robotaxis were involved in 91% fewer serious crashes when compared to human drivers. CBS News' Elizabeth Cook rode along in a Waymo with Politico economic policy reporter Yasmin Khorram to unpack the report.
Elon Musk's X fined $140 million for violating EU transparency rules
European regulators said X breached transparency rules under the Digital Services Act, a sweeping EU law intended to protect internet users.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Google reveals top search trends of 2025
The assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, President Trump's "big, beautiful bill," and the longest government shutdown in U.S. history ranked among Google's top search trends this year.
Politico: Trump admin. looks to robotics
Leaders in the robotics industry say that to strengthen AI, companies also need a plan for robots. The White House appears to be listening. Yasmin Khorram, economic policy reporter for Politico, joins CBS News to discuss her article on the topic.
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"Space gum" discovered in asteroid Bennu samples, NASA reveals
Samples collected from the asteroid Bennu are continuing the shed light on the origins of the solar system and how life developed on Earth, scientists say.
CEO of genetics firm says parents have a right to choose unborn child's traits
Kian Sadeghi, the 25-year-old founder and CEO at Nucleus Genomics, tells "CBS Mornings" that parents have every right to select the qualities and traits they desire in their child.
Sick ants invite self-sacrifice to save colony: "Come and kill me"
Ant colonies act as one "super-organism" which works to ensure the survival of all, according to a team of scientists.
Mystery owner of ancient foot found in Africa identified, scientists say
The discovery could cast some doubt on the status of Lucy's species as the direct ancestor of Homo sapiens.
Most dogs have wolf DNA. These breeds have more than others.
Wolf DNA seems to have influenced the size, smelling power and even personality of modern dog breeds, scientists said.
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Teen's sister looks to TikTok to help solve 25-year-old murder mystery
With her posts and pleas on TikTok, Molly Bish's sister Jennifer hopes she will generate new tips that will finally solve her sister's Massachusetts murder case and put an end to a painful decades-old mystery.
How did teen Danni Houchins die? Her family's search for the truth
For years, the death of 15-year-old Danielle "Danni" Houchins had been shrouded in mystery. Montana investigators initially said it could have been a tragic accident, but her family always suspected something more sinister.
20,000-pound cocaine seizure by Coast Guard breaks 18-year-old record
Video shows Coast Guard vehicles pursuing a go-fast vessel that appeared to have multiple people aboard.
Latest details on 2021 pipe bomb suspect
The man suspected of placing pipe bombs around Washington, D.C., on Jan. 5, 2021, had his first court appearance on Friday after he was arrested Thursday following a five-year manhunt. A judge ordered the suspect to remain in jail pending future hearings.
11 killed, including 3 children, in shooting at a South African bar
Over a dozen people were wounded and taken to the hospital, the South African Police Services said in a statement.
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"Space gum" discovered in asteroid Bennu samples, NASA reveals
Samples collected from the asteroid Bennu are continuing the shed light on the origins of the solar system and how life developed on Earth, scientists say.
Air Force approves SpaceX launch pad expansion
The U.S. Air Force has approved SpaceX's plan to redevelop a historic launch pad at Cape Canaveral. CBS News correspondent Mark Strassmann reports.
Geomagnetic storm watch issued after powerful solar flare
Solar flares and other activity can disrupt radio communications, power grids and navigation signals, according to NASA.
Scientists think they've detected lightning on Mars: "Missing piece of the puzzle"
Researchers have documented 55 instances of "mini lightning" over two Martian years by eavesdropping on the whirling wind recorded by NASA's Perseverance rover.
Russia sends a NASA astronaut, 2 cosmonauts, up to the space station
The new space station crew includes American Chris Williams, who holds a Ph.D. in astronomy and is a board-certified medical physicist at Harvard Medical School.
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Uncorking a greener future for wine lovers
A California winery is saying goodbye to glass, serving its wine a little differently. Joy Benedict has the story.
Man nears end of walk across the world
Ramy Inocencio shares the story of a man who set out to walk around the world. 27 years later, he's now nearing the home stretch.
Why real Christmas trees may be a better bargain
With 19 days to go until Christmas, the rush is on to get ready, including finding just the right tree. Andres Gutierrez has more on the search.
Palestinian Christians celebrate Christmas
Christmas celebrations returned to the occupied West Bank city of Bethlehem after two years of war in Gaza. Imtiaz Tyab has more on the festivities and hope for economic recovery.
It's About Danni
When 15-year-old Danni Houchins is found dead in a swamp, her family says they were led to believe she drowned. 24 years later, Danni’s sister learns the terrible truth. "48 Hours" correspondent Peter Van Sant reports.