American Culinary Federation

06/10/2026

Send NEWCHEF photos of you wearing your Newchef gear for a chance to be featured in their convention video montage! Email your submissions to [email protected].

06/10/2026

Planning to join the 2026 ACF National Convention in Grand Rapids? Don't wait to book your stay.

Stay close to the competitions, education sessions, networking events, and tradeshow while taking advantage of discounted attendee rates.

📍 Hyatt properties deadline: June 11
📍 Marriott & Amway Grand Plaza deadline: June 12

Room blocks are filling quickly and availability cannot be guaranteed after the cutoff dates.

Secure your hotel, finalize your travel plans, and get ready for an unforgettable week of culinary excellence, June 28–July 2.

06/10/2026

Sponsored By: Smithfield Culinary

We're proud to sponsor the ACF 2026 National Convention! Catch us at the Welcome Reception and at Booth #301.

Learn More: https://smithfieldculinary.com/?utm_source=acf&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=acf_national_convention

06/09/2026

Post sponsored by the Research Chefs Association:

Connect with RCA at the ACF National Convention!

Visit Booth 541 and attend our RCA Presents featured session, Culinary Gold Standards: Turning Culinary Inspiration Into Commercial Flavor Systems. Learn how food product developers transform chef-crafted dishes into scalable consumer products while maintaining culinary integrity and flavor.

📅 July 1
🕓 4:15–5:15 PM ET
📍 Grand Gallery C, Grand Rapids Convention Center

During the expo, stop by Booth 541 to learn more about Culinology® and how RCA supports food innovation professionals shaping the future of food.

The Research Chefs Association is the leading professional community for food research and development. Founded in 1996, RCA is the professional home for chefs, food scientists, and other industry professionals who pioneer the discipline of Culinology — the blending of culinary arts and food science.

Visit culinology.org to connect with RCA, the community shaping the future of food. https://ow.ly/mWjc50Z7I69


https://www.culinology.org/welcome-attendees

06/04/2026

Have you read the May/June National Culinary Review yet?

Read the issue to learn about carbon-negative foods and our Ingredients of the Month (kimchi and Oolong Tea). Plus, hear from two chefs who just became Certified Master Chefs and so much more!

Comment NCR below, and we’ll send you the link! 🍄 🍵🥬

06/03/2026

The competition kitchens are heating up in Grand Rapids. 🔥

From Student Chef of the Year and Pastry Chef of the Year to Quick-Fire Challenges and the Freedom Chef Challenge, the 2026 ACF National Convention will showcase culinary talent at every level.

Watch creativity, precision and passion come to life live on the competition floor.

Join us June 28–July 2 in Grand Rapids.

05/29/2026

Did you know you can earn one continuing education hour (CEH) to put towards your ACF Certification by completing our Ingredient of the Month (IOTM) quiz each month?

You can catch up on the last few Ingredient of the Month quizzes (Saffron in April and Oolong Tea in May) at https://bit.ly/IOTMQuiz! 🫖🫖🫖

05/29/2026

05/28/2026

Catch up on the latest episode of the American Culinary Federation Chef’s Table Podcast before the next episode airs!

In Episode 23, podcast host Rocco Paradiso speaks with newly Certified Master Chefs Luis Young, CMC, and Geoffrey Lanez, CMC, MBA, as they reflect on the path that led them to achieving the Certified Master Chefs title and what comes next after earning one of the profession’s highest honors.

Tune in at bit.ly/ACFChefsTablePodcast! 🎙️ 🎙️ 🎙️

05/26/2026

Planning to join the 2026 ACF National Convention in Grand Rapids? Don’t wait to book your stay.

Official hotel blocks close June 12 and discounted rooms are limited. Stay close to competitions, education sessions, networking events and all the action happening June 28–July 2.

Secure your hotel and register today.