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.

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. 

 

                                        

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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. 

Talula’s Garden, Philadelphia – Cardmember Exclusive

                                           

 

As an American Airlines AAdvantage® Aviator® Mastercard® cardmember, you and a guest are cordially invited to savor an unforgettable dining experience at the unique and beautiful Talula’s Garden, located in Washington Square Park.

Enjoy an evening filled with culinary delights hosted by ment’or Culinary Council Chef Alex Lee, with special guest Chef Robert Sulatycky, Bocuse d’Or Team USA 2019 Head Coach. It’s sure to be a four-course dining experience you will never forget.

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Tuesday, October 3, 2017 | 6:45 pm

Talula’s Garden
210 W. Washington Square
Philadelphia, PA 19106

Tickets: $100/pair

Seating is limited. Tickets are on a first-come, first-served basis and must be purchased in pairs.

                                        
          

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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. 

5Church Charlotte – 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 and innovative restaurants in Charlotte.

Enjoy an evening filled with culinary delights crafted by Executive Chef Jamie Lynch and an appearance by Chef Corey Siegel. It is sure to be a 5-course dining experience you will never forget!

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Thursday, September 28, 2017 | 6:45 pm
5Church Charlotte
127 N. Tryon Street, #8
Charlotte, NC 28202

Tickets: $100/pair

Seating is limited. Tickets are on a first-come, first-served basis and must be purchased in pairs. 

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

 

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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. 

Robb Report Culinary Masters

GETAWAY AND GOLF EXPERIENCE

Join Robb Report and some of the most celebrated chefs in the world for a culinary and golf experience like no other. Headlined by Daniel Boulud, Thomas Keller, and Jérôme Bocuse – world-renowned culinary masterminds will gather at the magnificent Montage Laguna Beach to create an unforgettable multi-course dining experience paired with world-class wines. The following day, chefs and guests will take to the spectacular Monarch Beach Golf Links overlooking the picturesque Pacific Ocean in Southern California. An experience assured to satiate the senses and the palate.

Featured Chefs
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Schedule 
Monday, October 23 | Multi-course Dining Experience Paired with World-class Wines
Tuesday, October 24 | Golf Tournament
Wednesday, October 25 | Farewell Brunch

Full Experience Pricing
$4,900 – $5,900 per couple
A portion of the ticket proceeds and auction will be donated to ment’or.

Please visit culinary.robbreport.com for more details and registration.
Spaces are extremely limited for this one-of-a-kind event.

Mentors Supporting Young Chefs in America

 

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The ment’or Grant Program provides young cooks with internships at some of the best kitchens in the world, and we have awarded almost $1,000,000 in grants over the past three years. We encourage you to visit our Stage Stories page to learn more about our grantees’ life-changing experiences.
All proceeds from this event will benefit ment’or.

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For any questions on available tickets, please email young.yun@mentorbkb.org.

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. 

4th Annual ment’or Charity Golf Tournament

Tee off with some of the country’s most esteemed chefs, including Gavin Kaysen, James Kent, Chris HastingsMathew PetersPhilip Tessier, and Ming Tsai at the beautiful Wykagyl Country Club. We hope you will join us for this exciting day on the course, while raising necessary funds to provide educational opportunities for young culinarians and Team USA on their road to Lyon for the 2019 Bocuse d’Or. 

Wykagyl Country Club
1195 North Avenue
New Rochelle, NY 10804

Monday, September 25, 2017
10:30 AM Arrival, Check-in & Brunch | 12:30 PM Shotgun Start
5:30 PM Cocktails, Dinner & Awards Reception to Follow

$1,800 per person |  $6,500 per foursome
(includes greens fees, cart, food & beverage, Cocktail Reception & Dinner)
$300 Cocktail Reception & Dinner Reception only

PURCHASE TICKETS BELOW OR EMAIL INFO@MENTORBKB.ORG FOR MORE DETAILS.

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

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Terms & Conditions: Tickets are non-refundable. Price does not include accommodations or travel. All net proceeds will be donated to ment’or, Ltd. Please consult your tax advisor regarding deductibility. Must be 21 years of age or older to consume alcohol; please drink responsibly. By purchasing tickets, you agree to abide by course rules and regulations. 

2016-17 Grant Recipients

Congratulations to the 2016-17 Grant Recipients!

graysonaltenberg

Grayson Altenberg

Lincoln Ristorante,
New York, NY

Grant location: 
The French Laundry,
Yountville, CA                                    

Chrisaudia

Christopher Audia

No. 9 Park, Boston, MA

Grant location:
La Pergola, 
Rome, Italy                                         
                                

ethanbensal

Ethan Bensal

Untitled, New York, NY

Grant locations: 
State Bird Provisions,
San Francisco & The French
Laundry, Yountville, CA

 

alexbrown

Alex Brown

Omni Bedford Springs
Resort  & Spa, Bedford, PA

Grant location: 
The French Laundry,
Yountville, CA

chrisferrell

Christopher Ferrell

Bartlett Pear Inn, Easton, MD

Grant location: TBD

 

Dan-Filice

Dan Filice

La Folie, San Francisco, CA

Grant location:
Pineapple and Pearls,
Washington, DC

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Cesar Gutierrez

Café Boulud, New York, NY

Grant location: Mirazur,
Menton, France

Alexandra Inkley

Alexandra Inkley

DANIEL, New York, NY

Grant location: Le Meurice,
Paris, France

KaylinLloyd

Kaylin Lloyd

Betony, New York, NY

Grant location: Attica,
Melbourne, Australia

EricMarting

Eric Marting

Omni Barton Creek Resort
& Spa, Austin, TX

Grant location: Per Se,
New York, NY

Bradleynicholson

Bradley Nicholson

Barley Swine, Austin, TX

Grant location: AMASS,
Copenhagen, Denmark

MichaelPini

Michael Pini

The NoMad, New York, NY

Grant location: Faviken, Jarpen,
Sweden

Elaine-Smyth

Elaine Smyth

Per Se, New York, NY

Grant location: The French
Laundry, Yountville, CA

JohnTroupis

John Troupis

Betony, New York, NY

Grant location: Victor’s Fine
Dining by Christian Bau, Perl,
Germany

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Amanda Turner

Juniper, Austin, TX

Grant location: TBD

 

Ryan Walker

Ryan Walker

The NoMad/ Eleven Madison
Park, New York, NY

Grant location: Attica,
Melbourne, Australia 

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Rory Weber

Per Se, New York, NY

Grant location: AMASS,
Copenhagen, Denmark