WI Chefs in Running for Best in Midwest News | January 22, 2025 | 0 | by Morgan McCarthy Two Madison chefs are named semifinalists for James Beard Awards for Best Chef In The Midwest. Jamie Brown-Soukaseume and Chuckie Brown-Soukaseume are co-owners of Ahal, an Asian-inspired restaurant on Williamson Street. Jamie was also a candidate for an Emerging Chef James Beard award in 2023. The winner will be announced in June in Chicago.