Mei Lin

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Chef Lincoln Carson is a finalist in the Best Pastry Chef category. But he permanently closed his restaurant, Bon Temps, last week due to financial challenges.

James Beard Award finalists honored for their work, out of business, unsure if they’ll survive

Chef Lincoln Carson is a finalist in the Best Pastry Chef category. But he permanently closed his restaurant, Bon Temps, last week due to financial challenges.

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