Team USA 2025 Is On The Road to Lyon: 

Americas Selection on January 12, 2024| New Orleans, Louisiana

Bocuse d’Or Finals on January 26, 2025| Lyon, France

For the first time, the Americas Selection Event will be held in the United States in New Orleans. On June 12-13, 2024, 12 countries will compete, with the top 5 teams earning a spot for the Bocuse d’Or Finals in Lyon in January 2025. 

Team USA has stood twice on the podium, with Chef Mathew Peters winning Gold in 2017 and Chef Philip Tessier winning Silver in 2015. 

Join us for these two exciting events and support Team USA 2025 as we look to make history once again!

$150,000 Package includes (for two guests):

2024 Bocuse d’Or Americas Selection Event in New Orleans, Louisiana, June 2024

* Three nights suite accommodations at The Four Seasons New Orleans * Breakfast daily at the hotel * Three Dinners with Ment’or Chefs * Private Car and Driver * Reserved Seating at the competition on June 12, 2024 * Special Gift Bag

2025 Bocuse d’Or Finale in Lyon, France, January 2025

* Four nights suite accommodations at hotel in Lyon * Breakfast daily at the hotel *Four Dinners with Ment’or Chefs * Private Car and Driver * Reserved Seating at the competition on the day that Team USA competes * Special Gift Bag

Team USA 2025 Training:

*Watch Team USA during training in Napa, CA * Name Plaque for the “Thank You” wall in training kitchen

$100,000 Package includes (for two guests):

2024 Bocuse d’Or Americas Selection Event in New Orleans, Louisiana, June 2024

* Three nights suite accommodations at The Four Seasons New Orleans * Breakfast daily at the hotel * Three Dinners with Ment’or Chefs * Reserved Seating at the competition on June 12, 2024 * Special Gift Bag

2025 Bocuse d’Or Finale in Lyon, France, January 2025

* Three nights suite accommodations at hotel in Lyon * Breakfast daily at the hotel * Three Dinners with Ment’or Chefs *Private Car and Driver * Reserved Seating at the competition on the day that Team USA competes * Special Gift Bag

$50,000 Package includes (for two guests):

2024 Bocuse d’Or Americas Selection Event in New Orleans, Louisiana, June 2024 OR 2025 Bocuse d’Or Finale in Lyon, France, January 2025

2024 Bocuse d’Or Americas Selection Event

* Three Nights Deluxe Room accommodations at The Four Seasons New Orleans * Breakfast daily at the hotel * Three Dinners with Ment’or Chefs * Reserved Seating at the competition on June 12, 2024 * Special Gift Bag

2025 Bocuse d’Or Finale 

* Three Nights Deluxe Room accommodations at hotel in Lyon * Breakfast daily at the hotel * Three Dinners with Ment’or Chefs  * Reserved Seating at the competition on the day that Team USA competes * Special Gift Bag

If you are looking for tickets only to the Bocuse d’Or Competition, please email us at info@mentorbkb.org.  For more information or to book additional nights for your hotel accommodations, please email young.yun@mentorbkb.org.

Come celebrate Ment’or’s 15th Year Anniversary at The Thomas Keller Cup! 

Please join Chef Thomas Keller for this very special day of golf followed by a dinner at Ment’or Culinary Council Chef Junior Borges’ restaurant Meridian.  Come learn more about what we do to support Team USA and the next generation of great culinary leaders in America. This event commemorates all that we have achieved with Team USA and our Grant/Young Chef Programs. Proceeds raised will go towards laying the foundation for the next 15 years for Ment’or. 

Ment’or was initially created to recruit and train Team USA to compete at the most prestigious bi-ennial international culinary competition, the Bocuse d’Or. Team USA has achieved unprecedented success, winning the silver medal in the 2015 competition and Gold for the first time ever in 2017.

In 2014, our Ment’or Grant Program for Continuing Education was launched so that applicants could apply for a grant to study food, wine, or culinary service at restaurants around the world. It was followed by the creation of our Young Chef & Commis Competition series to find up and coming culinary leaders and talented young chefs, to identify future ambassadors for the culinary arts, and to showcase the skill level and cuisine in America.

Our special 15th Anniversary celebration commemorates all that we have achieved and all that we are looking forward to accomplishing in the future. This evening will lay the foundation for our next 15 years and beyond.

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Join Chefs Nancy Silverton, Thomas Keller and Gavin Kaysen to celebrate Ment’or’s 15th Year Anniversary with an intimate cocktail and dinner party at the home of Chef Silverton.

Enjoy this extraordinary experience of a multi-course wine paired seated dinner in the enchanting setting of her backyard. The evening will commence with a reception featuring an array of handcrafted cocktails accompanied by tantalizing canapés. Immerse yourself in the ambiance of Chef Silverton’s home, surrounded by lush greenery and an exquisite atmosphere.

Don’t miss out on this exceptional occasion. This exclusive event is limited to only 40 guests. Reserve your spot now to secure your place at this unforgettable dinner!

Proceeds raised from the evening’s event support Ment’or’s mission to provide grants to young cooks, enabling them to train and learn from a network of the best mentors across the globe. Your participation in this evening is essential in providing life-changing opportunities for countless rising

Together, we can make a meaningful difference in the culinary world and help make dreams come true for the next generation.

Date: Saturday, August 19, 2023

Time 6:30 PM

Join Chef Thomas Keller and friends for golf, food and fun to celebrate Ment’or’s15th Year Anniversary! This event commemorates all that Ment’or has achieved with Team USA and Grant/Young Chef Programs. Proceeds raised will go towards laying the foundation for the next 15 years for Ment’or. 

Sunday, November 12, 2023

Cocktail Reception and Dinner

Monday, November 13, 2023

Golf Tournament

Cocktail Reception and Awards Ceremony to follow

Come celebrate Mithra Wines with Chef Host Thomas Keller at his Miami restaurant, The Surf Club, to support 15 Years of Ment’or, the charity he founded with Chefs Daniel Boulud and Jérôme Bocuse. 

Ment’or was initially created to recruit and train Team USA to compete at the most prestigious bi-ennial international culinary competition, the Bocuse d’Or. Team USA has achieved unprecedented success, winning the silver medal in the 2015 competition and Gold for the first time ever in 2017.

In 2014, our Ment’or Grant Program for Continuing Education was launched so that applicants could apply for a grant to study food, wine, or culinary service at restaurants around the world. It was followed by the creation of our Young Chef & Commis Competition series to find up and coming culinary leaders and talented young chefs, to identify future ambassadors for the culinary arts, and to showcase the skill level and cuisine in America.

Our special 15th Anniversary celebration commemorates all that we have achieved and all that we are looking forward to accomplishing in the future. This evening will lay the foundation for our next 15 years and beyond.

Please join Chef Keller and Aria Mehrabi of Mithra Wines for this very special evening of curated dishes and wine pairings in honor of Ment’or and learn more about what we do to support Team USA and the next generation of great culinary leaders in America. 

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Bocuse d’Or 2023 | January 22-23, 2023| Lyon, France

ALL PACKAGES ARE NOW SOLD OUT

Are you ready for the ultimate Bocuse d’Or Team USA fan experience? This January 22 & 23 in Lyon, France, we will be cheering for Head Coach Robert Sulatycky, Head Chef Jeffery Hayashi and Commis Franco Fugel as they go for Gold! They will face off against 23 other countries to compete for a spot on the podium. Come support them in the stands and experience all the excitement, sounds and thrills of the Bocuse d’Or Competition Finale. We have put together some unique packages that allow you to enjoy the competition and Lyon’s finest restaurants. Sign up for your Gold, Silver or Bronze Experiences below: 

SOLD OUT: GOLD Bocuse Package includes:

* Four nights accommodations at the historical landmark Intercontinental Lyon – Hotel Dieu * Breakfast daily at the hotel * Private car and driver for individual transportation during your stay in Lyon * Dinner nightly with Ment’or Culinary Council Chefs, including a dinner at the world famous, 3-Michelin starred restaurant, Paul Bocuse * Two VIP Box tickets to watch the Bocuse d’Or competition on January 22 and 23, 2023. Box seats include personal service, drinks served continuously throughout the competition, a private space to watch the competition as close as possible to the teams * Two seats at the Terrace, a private space for dining with an unobstructed view overlooking the competition arena, breakfast, lunch and tea time service, champagne, wine and soft drinks served continuously throughout the competition * Limited edition “United Series” 5-piece Knife Set designed by Chef Thomas Keller in collaboration with leading knife maker, Cangshan * Official Team USA fan gear for two

SOLD OUT: SILVER Bocuse Package includes:

* Three nights suite accommodations at the Sofitel Bellecour in the heart of Lyon * Breakfast daily at the hotel * Two dinners at some of Lyon’s finest restaurants * Two tickets to watch the Bocuse d’Or competition on January 22 and 23, 2023 * Two seats at the Terrace, a private space for dining with an unobstructed view overlooking the competition arena, breakfast, lunch and tea time service, champagne, wine and soft drinks served continuously throughout the competition * Official Team USA fan gear for two

SOLD OUT: BRONZE Bocuse Package includes:

* Three nights classic room accommodations at the Sofitel Bellecour in the heart of Lyon * Breakfast daily at the hotel * Two dinners at some of Lyon’s finest restaurants * Two tickets to watch the Bocuse d’Or competition on January 22 and 23, 2023 * Two seats at the Terrace, a private space for dining with an unobstructed view overlooking the competition arena, breakfast, lunch and tea time service, champagne, wine and soft drinks served continuously throughout the competition * Official Team USA fan gear for two

If you are looking for tickets only to the Bocuse d’Or Competition, please email us at info@mentorbkb.org.  For more information or to book additional nights for your hotel accommodations, please email young.yun@mentorbkb.org.

Join Chefs Thomas Keller, Jérôme Bocuse,  Paul Bartolotta, William Bradley, Team USA 2017 Gold Medalist, Mathew Peters and Team USA 2023 (Coach Robert Sulatycky, Chef Jeffery Hayashi and Commis Franco Fugel) for this extraordinary culinary event to support Ment’or at The Thermal Club on Saturday, October 29th, 2022

Enjoy an intimate cocktail reception followed by a decadent five-course dinner and lively auction.  This dinner is themed as an homage to Chef Paul Bocuse, the founder of the global culinary competition, The Bocuse d’Or.  Team USA 2017, Chef Mathew Peters, will be sharing his experience of his unprecedented Gold Medal victory at the Bocuse d’Or Finals that year.  Guests will also hear from Team USA 2023 who will share what training is like leading up to the competition this coming January.  

SCHEDULE:

SATURDAY, October 29
Cocktail and Dinner
-6:00 PM Cocktail Reception  
-7:00 PM 5-Course Seated Dinner with Live Auction

*All auction proceeds benefit Mentor

PRICING: 

Tickets:

$6,000 per couple  
$5,000 per couple for Thermal Members

Sponsorship packages available.  Please contact David Arnold at david@mentorbkb.org.

SPACE IS LIMITED. Event details and schedule subject to change. 100% of net proceeds benefit Ment’or.

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Join President of Team USA and Host Chef Gavin Kaysen, Ment’or Chefs Paul Bartolotta, Emma Bengtsson, Thomas Keller, Ming Tsai and Team USA 2023 (Coach Robert Sulatycky, Chef Jeffery Hayashi and Commis Franco Fugel) for this spectacular charity event at the newly opened Mara restaurant and bar on September 24 and 25, 2022. 

On Saturday, enjoy an exclusive cocktail reception followed by a collaborative six-course dinner and lively auction. On Sunday, experience Mara’s restorative Mediterranean brunch. A limited number of packages are available including a stay at Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis.

SCHEDULE:

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 24
Cocktail and Dinner
-6:00 PM Cocktail Reception  
-7:00 PM 6 Course Seated Dinner with Live Auction at Mara Restaurant

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PRICING: 

Ticket packages from $850 to $3895 available.

Sponsorship packages available.  Please contact David Arnold at david@mentorbkb.org.

SPACE IS LIMITED. Event details and schedule subject to change. 100% of net proceeds benefit Ment’or.

Thank you to our presenting sponsor:

Join Robb Report and Ment’or Chefs Jerome Bocuse, Junior Borges, Daniel Boulud, Olivier Couvin, Suzanne Goin, Tim Hollingsworth and Philip Tessier for the annual Culinary Masters experience hosted this year at the Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal on October 7-10th, 2022. Experience an unforgettable weekend of gourmet dining experiences, exquisite wine pairings, intimate culinary classes, and a friendly golf tournament with your favorite chefs.

All auction proceeds benefit Ment’or. 

SCHEDULE:

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 7
Arrival & Welcome Dinner at El Farallon
-Arrive at Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal
-Welcome reception and dinner at El Farallon hosted by the Waldorf Culinary team, presented by Clase Azul.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 8
Cocktail and Gala Dinner with Silent and Live Auction
-Day at leisure
-Champagne Toast Reception with Silent Auction
-Extraordinary culinary experience with the Culinary Masters at Don Manuel’s restaurant followed by live auction

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9
Golf Tournament, Cooking Experience & Dinner on the Beach
-Breakfast at leisure
-Play in a friendly golf tournament with the Culinary Masters at The Grand Golf Club OR participate in a special, hands-on cooking class experience with Culinary Master Chef Philip Tessier
-Spirits tasting at the Agave Study
-Fiesta dinner under the stars on the beach

MONDAY, October 10th
Farewell Brunch
-Farewell Brunch
-Departures

PRICING:

FULL EXPERIENCE: COUPLE: $11,950/SINGLE: $10,550
Friday-Monday, October 7-10, 2022
-Includes all meals wines and spirits (not inclusive of food and beverages purchased through your room or separately at the resort)
-Three nights’ accommodations in an Oceanview King Room with a plunge pool (up to 2 guests)
-All activities, with the exception of add-on spa services
-Gift package and specialty Culinary Masters menu and program
-Does not include flights, transportation to and from airport to resort and golf club rentals

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

For additional details about the event click here, or contact Caroline Berry at carolineb@robbreport.com.

SPACE IS LIMITED. Event details and schedule subject to change. 100% of silent and live auction proceeds benefit ment’or.