2017 Ment’or Young Chef & Commis Competitions

Please join Chefs Daniel Boulud and Thomas Keller for an exciting day of culinary competition on Wednesday, November 8th at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV).

As we continue to build our legacy and introduce more aspiring young cooks to the Bocuse d’Or, we are proud to host our 2017 Young Chef and Commis Competitions this year. The goal of these events is to identify up-and-coming culinary leaders and provide them with the opportunity to work alongside Team USA 2019. 

On November 8th, we invite you to cheer on six Young Chef teams and six Commis candidates, as they compete in front of a panel of esteemed chefs from the Foundation’s Culinary Council. 

Chef judges include Paul Bartolotta (The Bartolotta Restaurants), William Bradley (Addison Restaurant), Josiah Citrin (Mélisse), Justin Cogley (Aubergine), Gerard Craft (Niche Food Group), Roland Henin (CMC), André Natera (Fairmont Austin), Roland Passot (La Folie), Mark Sandoval (University of Nevada, Las Vegas), André Soltner (International Culinary Center), and Philip Tessier (Bocuse d’Or Team USA 2015 Silver Medalist; Hestan Cue).

Joining the Chef Judges as Honorary Judges are Gavin Kaysen (Spoon and Stable/  Bellecour), Mathew Peters (Team USA 2017 Gold Winner) and Robert Sulatycky (Team USA 2019 Head Coach).

Young Chef Candidates:
Paris Dreibelbis, Ardent, Milwaukee, WI  
Charles Gelso, Fiola Restaurant, Washington DC 
Joseph Maggio, Boka, Chicago, IL 
Brendan Skiber, The Modern, New York, NY 
John Somerall, Hot & Hot Fish Club, Birmingham, AL

Commis Candidates:
Ethan Hodge, Culinary Institute of America 
Sharon Hwang, Culinary Institute of America
Carson Moreland, Culinary Institute of America
Madison Paras, Culinary Institute of America
Luis Reyes, Café Boulud, New York, NY
Brendan Scott, The Nickel, Denver, CO

Event Details:
9:00am | Guest Arrival
12:05 – 1:20pm | Young Chef Team Presentations
3:00 – 4:30pm | Commis Candidate Presentations
5:00 – 5:30pm | Young Chef & Commis Competition Awards

Tickets: 
$40/ person 

If you are unable to attend the event but would like to support the program by making a contribution to ment’or, please click here.

Terms & Conditions: Tickets are non-refundable and proceeds will be donated to ment’or. Tickets have a fair market value of $25/person.  Please consult your tax advisor regarding deductibility. Must be 21 years of age or older to consume alcohol; please drink responsibly. Details and chefs are subject to change.
Ment’or has been recognized as a tax-exempt organization under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Donations will be tax deductible and may be disclosed to the IRS.

Bocuse d’Or Team USA 2019 National Selection

After our historic Gold Medal win at the 2017 Bocuse d’Or, we invite you to join us for another award-winning USA moment, as we return to the Venetian Las Vegas to select the next Team USA. Three candidates will compete live to represent Team USA 2019: 

Ben Grupe, Elaia & Olio, St. Louis, MO 
Jeffery Hayashi, Mourad, San Francisco, CA

Matthew Kirkley, COI, San Francisco, CA

Join hosts Daniel Boulud, Thomas Keller, Gavin Kaysen, Robert Sulatycky, Mathew Peters, and Chef Jury members Paul Bartolotta, William Bradley, Josiah Citrin, Justin Cogley, Gerard Craft, Chris Hastings, Roland Henin, Michelle Karr-Ueoka, James Kent, Gabriel Kreuther, André NateraRoland Passot, Rich Rosendale, André Soltner and Philip Tessier.

Team USA 2019 Selection
The Palazzo Ballroom, Venetian Las Vegas | Thursday, November 9, 2017
9:00 AM | Doors open
2:00 PM | Presentations begin
4:00 PM | Awards Ceremony

Pricing Options
$50 (plus fees)/ All-day pass to Team USA 2019 National Selection & Awards Ceremony
$75 (plus fees)/ All-day pass + copy of Chasing Bocuse: America’s Journey to the Culinary World Stage

Team USA Celebration Dinner
Bouchon at The Venetian | Thursday, November 9, 2017
7:30 PM
Price: $225 per person, plus tax

Tickets may be purchased online or through any Venetian or Palazzo Box office or by calling 702.414.9000 or 866.641.7469.
For more details click here.

 

Chasing BocuseChasing Bocuse: America’s Journey to the Culinary World Stage is a behind-the-scenes look at Team USA throughout every stage of training for the Bocuse d’Or, from the darkest struggles to the greatest triumphs. With excerpts from the 2015 and 2017 teams, coaches and supporters, our story is told from numerous vantage points of how America’s best chefs united in the pursuit of gold at this storied competition.

These pages are filled with 200 stunning photographs and nearly 40 recipes from each of the coaches and advisors that supported the teams over the past four years. 

 

If you are unable to attend the event but would like to support Team USA by making a contribution to ment’or, please click here.

Terms & Conditions: Tickets are non-refundable and proceeds will be donated to ment’or. Tickets have a fair market value of $50/person and books have a fair market value of $49.95/book. Please consult your tax advisor regarding deductibility. Must be 21 years of age or older to consume alcohol; please drink responsibly. Details and chefs are subject to change.
Ment’or has been recognized as a tax-exempt organization under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Donations will be tax deductible and may be disclosed to the IRS.

Chasing Bocuse

Chasing Bocuse: America’s Journey to the Culinary World Stage is a behind-the-scenes look at Team USA throughout every stage of training for the Bocuse d’Or, from the darkest struggles to the greatest triumphs. With excerpts from the 2015 and 2017 teams, coaches and supporters, our story is told from numerous vantage points of how America’s best chefs united in the pursuit of gold at this storied competition.

These pages are filled with 200 stunning photographs and nearly 40 recipes from each of the coaches and advisors that supported the teams over the past four years. 

Brava, Miami – Cardmember Exclusive

                                                                  

 

As an American Airlines AAdvantage® Aviator® Mastercard® cardmember, you and a guest are cordially invited to savor an unforgettable dining experience at one of the most highly acclaimed and innovative restaurants in Miami.

Enjoy an evening filled with culinary delights hosted by owner and rising-star Chef Brad Kilgore, recently named “Best Chef in America” by Food & Wine Magazine, with special guest 2017 Bocuse d’Or Gold Medalist Chef Mathew Peters. It’s sure to be a five-course dining experience you will never forget.

                                                                   


Thursday, November 2, 2017 | 6:45 pm

Brava
The Arsht Center 
1300 Biscayne Blvd.
Miami, FL 33132

TICKETS ARE SOLD OUT!

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Proceeds benefit Bocuse d’Or Team USA and ment’or in support of young chefs in America.

Terms & Conditions: Event details are subject to change. Tickets are non-refundable. Price does not include accommodations or travel. Please consult your tax advisor regarding deductibility. Must be 21 years of age or older to consume alcohol; please drink responsibly. 

Mora, Phoenix – Cardmember Exclusive

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As an American Airlines AAdvantage® Aviator® Mastercard® cardmember, you and a guest are cordially invited to savor an unforgettable dining experience at one of the most highly acclaimed restaurants in Phoenix.

Enjoy an evening filled with culinary delights hosted by award-winning restauranteur, Chef Scott Conant, with special guest 2017 Bocuse d’Or Gold Medalist Chef Mathew Peters. It’s sure to be a five-course dining experience you will never forget.

                                                                   


Thursday, October 10, 2017 | 6:45 pm

Mora
5651 North 7th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85014

Tickets: $100/pair

 

TICKETS HAVE SOLD OUT!
To join our waitlist, please email jaimie.chew@mentorbkb.org with your full name and phone number. 

 

                                        

Aviator           AA          


Proceeds benefit Bocuse d’Or Team USA and ment’or in support of young chefs in America.

Terms & Conditions: Event details are subject to change. Tickets are non-refundable. Price does not include accommodations or travel. Please consult your tax advisor regarding deductibility. Must be 21 years of age or older to consume alcohol; please drink responsibly.