Support Team USA on their Road To Lyon! 

Help send Team USA to the world’s most prestigious culinary competition, the Bocuse d’Or in Lyon, France. Ment’or Culinary Council Chef Gerard Craft, and 15 other local chefs are creating an experiential, walk-around event featuring unique chef-prepared dishes, created specifically for this occasion. Come join Chefs Justin Carlisle, Joe Flamm, Matt Accarrino, Johnny Leach & Helen Jo, Ancy Ticer & Michael Hudman, Amy Mills, Craig Rivard, Loryn Nalic, Aaron Martinez & Michael Gallina, David Sandusky, Matt Daughaday, Ben Poremba, Jesse Mendoza & Mike Risk, Joshua Lanning and Suji Shaw for this amazing evening in support of Team USA.

“Ment’or has been transformative in changing the way American chefs are perceived on the global stage. Supporting Team USA as they compete in Lyon isn’t just about winning a competition—it’s about fostering mentorship and giving young chefs the opportunity to train with the best. The dedication and passion these chefs bring is inspiring, and I’m proud to be part of an organization that invests in their future.”

Chef Gerard Craft
Chef/Owner, Niche Food Group
Ment’or Culinary Council Member

Ticket Levels and Pricing:

General Admission: $150
Includes access to the event’s chef stations, as well as an open bar with beer, wine, and signature cocktails.

Early Admission: $200
Enjoy early entry to be the first to sample all signature dishes & open bar, along with a special welcome toast upon arrival
(Only 50 tickets available!)

VIP Admission: $250
In addition to early access, VIP guests will receive entry to the exclusive chef afterparty at None of the Above and a curated swag bag. (Only 25 tickets available!).

To purchase tickets for this special event, click here.

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.

By entering this event you agree to be photographed or filmed and consent to the following:

I hereby irrevocably authorize and grant permission to Ment’or, their successors and assigns, and their respective officers authorized by them, to use, separately or together, my name, picture, or other likeness, in whole or in part, in connection with this Ment’or event in any and all media now or hereafter known (including, without limitation, broadcast and cable television, industrial media, and internet) throughout the world, in perpetuity.

If you cannot join us but would still like to support Ment’or, please click here to donate!

Ment’or is celebrating 10 Years of our Grant Program!

Join Host Chef Daniel Boulud, Chefs Grant Achatz, Kyle Connaughton, Wylie Dufresne, Markus Glocker, Gavin Kaysen, Thomas Keller, Angela Mar, Mawa McQueen, Yoonsoo Park, Missy Robbins, Sungchul Shim, Cedric Vongerichten, and friends for a special evening at Restaurant DANIEL to commemorate this special milestone. Our Ment’or Grant Program provides aspiring young culinarians with unprecedented access to ongoing training and education from leading mentors around the world. Since our program started in 2014, we have awarded over $2.0 million in grants and hope to provide at least $350,000 in grants this year. Our Grant Program is integral to our mission of building a successful pipeline of talent in the US and establishing America as a leader in the global culinary community. 

Ment’or Grantee Lauren Poag who chose to stage at Core Restaurant with Chef Clare Smyth in London describes her time as “an amazing experience to get to go to Core and get to experience the restaurant and environment. I feel I gained so much as a chef; I moved with more intent, I was faster everyday at my tasks. The tough environment helped encourage me to want to be better. Working in this environment helped me challenge myself and put my skills that I have learned over the years to the test. This experience has taught me perseverance, patience, and humility in the kitchen and I believe I am a far better chef after this experience.”

We hope we can count on your support to provide more experiences so that young cooks like Lauren can continue to be inspired and educated and that we can continue to build the next generation of great American culinary leaders!

Tuesday, October 15th
6:00 PM | Cocktail Hour
7:00 PM | Dinner 

Restaurant Daniel 
60 East 65th Street 
New York, NY 10065

Dress code for the evening is Cocktail Attire.

Thank You To Our Sponsors: 

If you are unable to attend but wish to support, please click HERE

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.

By entering this event you agree to be photographed or filmed and consent to the following:

I hereby irrevocably authorize and grant permission to Ment’or, their successors and assigns, and their respective officers authorized by them (collectively, “Grantees”), to use, separately or together, my name, picture, or other likeness, in whole or in part, in connection with this Ment’or event in any and all media now or hereafter known (including, without limitation, broadcast and cable television, industrial media, and internet) throughout the world, in perpetuity.

Joel Buchman Charity Golf Classic | August 18-19, 2024

To celebrate this significant occasion, this year’s event will feature delicious culinary experiences on and off the course. Enjoy a day on the course with Chefs Michael Anthony, Daniel Boulud, Gavin Kaysen, Thomas Keller, Alex Lee, Bryan Noury, Mathew Peters, Jamie Simpson and Ming Tsai. After a great day of golf, enjoy a cocktail reception hosted by Liberty National Golf Club Chef Stephen Yen, Chefs Cesare Casella, Eric Huang from Pecking House, Jihan Lee from Nami Nori, Helen Nguyen from Saigon Social, Cosme Aguilar from Casa Enrique and Chefs Nicholas Castellana and John Kosmidis from Prime Foods Distributor. 

Enjoy a special dinner in NYC followed by a day of golf at one of the premier golf courses in the country. This tournament is held in honor of Joel Buchman, our General Counsel Emeritus, who was dedicated to Ment’or’s programs and goals for building a strong network and community of young American cooks for the restaurant profession.

Your support for this event follows in Joel’s steps and will provide aspiring culinarians access to unique educational opportunities, a valued mentor network, and support for Team USA for the upcoming 2025 Bocuse d’Or Finals in Lyon, France.

Cocktails and Dinner at SAGA NYC | Sunday, August 18, 2024

Chef James Kent was the Chef and Managing Partner of Saga Hospitality Group. Having overseen the kitchens of Eleven Madison Park and the NoMad restaurant, he opened Crown Shy restaurant at 70 Pine Street, followed by SAGA at the top of the same building on the 63rd floor with breathtaking views of the NYC skyline. In October 2022, SAGA was awarded two Michelin stars. 

SAGA Restaurant
70 Pine Street, 63rd Floor, New York, NY
6:00 PM: Cocktail Reception, 7:00 PM: Dinner
Attire: Business Casual

Our dinner at SAGA is generously supported by Peter and Jennifer Goldman

Golf Tournament at Liberty National | Monday, August 19, 2024

Golf Tournament at Liberty National Golf Club in Jersey City, NJ

Liberty National is one of the premier golf courses on the East Coast. Designed by Bob Cupp and World Golf Hall of Fame, golfer Tom Kite, you can enjoy one of the best skyline views of Manhattan while playing 18 holes of golf.

Liberty National Golf Club

100 Caven Point Road, Jersey City, NJ
11:00 AM: 7:00 PM

Special Thanks To: 

Amble, Betty Booze, Culinary Institute of America, Dinex, Ferio Tego, Gourmet Attitude, Hestan, ISAIA, JBI Chefs de France, Peter Millar, Prime Foods Distributor, Saga, SevenRooms, Shawmut, Snake River Farms, Soigné Hospitality Group, Smith Party Rentals, Steelite, The Chef’s Garden, TKRG, Proper Stock

Team USA 2025 Is On The Road to Lyon: 

Bocuse d’Or Finals on January 26-27, 2025| Lyon, France

Team USA 2025-Chef Stefani De Palma and Commis Bradley Waddle, won Gold at the 2024 Bocuse d’Or Americas Selection in New Orleans this past June. They are now training for the Finals which will take place in January 2025 in Lyon, France.

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 to cheer and support Team USA 2025 in Lyon as we look to make history once again!

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

* Four nights suite accommodations at Intercontinental Hotel in Lyon (Jan 24-28) * Breakfast daily at the hotel *Four Dinners with Ment’or Chefs * Private Car and Driver *Tickets to both days of competition *VIP Lounge access at competition (Jan 26 and 27) * Special Gift Bag

$25,000 Package includes (for two guests):

* Three nights suite accommodations at Sofitel hotel in Lyon (Jan 25-28) * Breakfast daily at the hotel * Three Dinners with Ment’or Chefs *Tickets to both days of competition * VIP Lounge access on Team USA competition day * Special Gift Bag

$15,000 Package includes (for two guests):

* Three Nights Deluxe Room accommodations at Sofitel hotel in Lyon (Jan 25-28) * Breakfast daily at the hotel * Three Dinners with Ment’or Chefs *Tickets to both days of competition *Reserved Grandstand Seating on Team USA competition day * 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.