Congratulations to Chef Ian Campbell at Bistro Poplar! The Restaurant Industry of Maryland has nominated him as finalist for “Chef of the Year” in its prestigious statewide “Stars of the Industry” awards. He’s the only nominee from the Eastern Shore.“Last year, Bistro was nominated for Restaurant of the Year in this contest,” noted Jim Duffy of Main Street. “The spectacular work Ian and his team turn in night after night continues to garner regional recognition, shining a great spotlight on Cambridge and helping to brand our downtown as a rising-star dining destination.”The public gets a voice in deciding the Chef of the Year competition. You can cast your vote for Chef Ian at the Restaurant Association’s website. The winner will be announced at a big gala on May 16.