The Treasure Coast MASTERCHEF Competition

The Treasure Coast MasterChef Competition returns in 2023

The Treasure Coast MasterChef competition is back and better than ever, showcasing some of the best chefs on the Treasure Coast. At the preliminary event, up to 10 chefs will present an appetizer for attendees and a panel of industry-leading judges to taste and vote for their favorites. The judges will select the top four best appetizers of the night, and those chefs will move on to the semi-formal finale event.

At the finale, the top four chefs will present their “signature” entrees, which will be tasted and voted on by attendees and judges. The evening will conclude with an awards ceremony, where Thomas Miller, The Treasure Coast Foodie, will present a People’s and a Judges Choice MasterChef trophy.

Don’t miss your chance to taste some of the best culinary creations on the Treasure Coast and support the local culinary community. Tickets for the prelim and finale will be available on Saturday, January 28th.

**In the Kitchen with Chef Alfredo Arce and Chef Armando Galeas with The Wave Kitchen & Bar from Costa d’Este plating their MASTERCHEF** **dish!**

**Winning Dish – Shrimp & Grits prepared by Chef Daniel Wood from Cafe 66**

Preliminary Competition Event
When: Wed, March 8th, 2023 – 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Where: IRSC Mueller Campus – 6155 College Ln, Vero Beach, FL 32966
Tickets: $75pp (CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS)

Finale Competition Event
When: Wed, March 22nd, 2023 – 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Where: IRSC Mueller Campus – 6155 College Ln, Vero Beach, FL 32966
Price: $125pp (CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS)

Would YOU like to compete in The Treasure Coast MasterChef competition? It’s open to any chef that is currently working in the industry, lives on the Treasure Coast, and has at least three years of culinary experience. Applications to compete will open on December 1st, 2022, and will close on Dec 31st, 2022. Chefs chosen to participate in the competition will be contacted no later than Sunday, January 15th, 2023. Only 10 spots are available, so please click on the link below and fill out the application form to be considered.

Applications are now closed!

A VERY SPECIAL THANK YOU to the Indian River State College for their participation in our event. These students did a fantastic job of helping us make the event successful! Their participation counts towards the degree they are working towards. (Left to Right Front Row) – Tyler Serrano, Joachim Shemo, Megan Krevitz, Brydgett Youngblood, Christopher Rubiano. (Left to Right Back Row) – Dr. Suzanne Bagnera, James Klopf, Chef Austin Miller, Malcom Salter, Lenee Owen, Robert Osteen, and Michael Festa. Connor Kroll (not pictured)

The Treasure Coast MasterChef competition is excited to announce its partnership with Indian River State College for its 2023 event. The college, known as one of the best culinary schools in Florida, is located on the Mueller Campus in Indian River County. As part of the partnership, Hospitality and Culinary Program students will have the opportunity to gain real-world experience by working firsthand with local chefs and restaurants at the Treasure Coast MasterChef events. A portion of the event proceeds will be donated to the student scholarship fund to assist those who need financial assistance to enroll in the program.

The Treasure Coast MasterChef Competition was a huge success!