On July 26, 2026, Team USA won Gold at the Bocuse d’Or Americas Selection, earning one of five coveted spots at the Bocuse d’Or Grand Finale in Lyon, France, in January 2027. Joining Team USA in advancing to the Grand Finale are Canada (Silver), Colombia (Bronze), Mexico, and Argentina.

Led by Head Chef Vincenzo Loseto and Commis Tyler Higson, with Head Coach Chef Mathew Peters, and Jury Member Chef Robert Sulatycky, Team USA completed the competition’s two signature challenges, the platter theme and the theme on a plate.The platter theme highlighted ingredients and preparations inspired by a national tribute, requiring competitors to present a composition featuring halibut fillet with a tomato and shrimp garnish, a sweet corn garnish, and a sauce Choron. Team USA’s plate theme centered on a bone-in ribeye paired with brisket, sour cherries, sweet potato gnocchi and Royal Kona coffee beans into the dish.

We are incredibly proud of Team USA and their entire support team. The months of training, discipline, and relentless pursuit of excellence were on full display throughout the competition, and their performance was a true reflection of the talent and dedication behind this effort. Thank you to our past Team USA chef candidates, our Culinary Council, partners, and the entire Ment’or team whose encouragement and behind-the-scenes support helped make this achievement possible.

Next stop, Lyon!

For an inside look at the Bocuse d’Or Americas Selection,listen to Chef Vinny Loseto’s conversation with Andy Harris on the SoCal Restaurant Show, and follow@mentorbkb on Instagram for the latest news and events.

Photography credit: Ken Goodman