Chef Charleen Badman at FnB, Scottsdale

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About Chef Charleen Badman

Charleen Badman is an award-winning chef and co-owner of FnB restaurant in Scottsdale, Arizona. She is a James Beard Award winner for Best Chef: Southwest and is recognized as a pioneer in the Arizona food and wine industry, celebrated for her focus on local and seasonal ingredients.

★Awards & Recognition

James Beard Award for Best Chef: Southwe… (2019)

Chef Timeline

2009

Co-founded and opened FnB Restaurant

FnB Restaurant

Opened in Scottsdale, Arizona, becoming a celebrated establishment.

2019

Received James Beard Award

FnB Restaurant

Awarded Best Chef: Southwest for her work at FnB.

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Charleen Badman is an award-winning chef and co-owner of FnB restaurant in Scottsdale, Arizona. She is a James Beard Award winner for Best Chef: Southwest and is recognized as a pioneer in the Arizona food and wine industry, celebrated for her focus on local and seasonal ingredients.

Customer Perception

However, her James Beard Award and status as a celebrated chef imply high regard from critics and diners.

Cuisine Highlights

Arizona regional cuisineSeasonal vegetable focusLocal ingredients

News

Jan 3, 2025: 'meet james beard award winning chef charleen badman' published by a taste of az, highlighting her role as a driving force behind FnB and an icon of Arizona's food and wine.
Jan 21, 2026: 'James Beard Award-Winning Dining in Phoenix' published by Visit Phoenix, mentioning her 2019 Best Chef: Southwest award.

Restaurants by chef

FnB Restaurant

Additional Details

Charleen Badman co-owns FnB restaurant with Pavle Milic, who is responsible for the restaurant's acclaimed wine program. She moved to Arizona and opened FnB over a decade ago, establishing herself as a key figure in the local culinary scene.

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