The restaurant world was shocked to learn on Saturday that James Kent had died. The news was first shared by his restaurant group, which ended its announcement with a message to “Celebrate Father’s Day with your loved ones.” An official cause of death is still unknown.
Kent — who was just 45 and is survived by his wife, Kelly, and their children, Gavin and Avery — had earned accolades for his restaurants, Crown Shy and Saga...