MCI ACF Culinary Salon
Get ready to show off your culinary skills at the MCI ACF Culinary Salon – See who is the Best in the Midwest!
November 13th – 14th, 2026
November 13th – 14th, 2026
The MCI ACF Culinary Salon is an annual competition between chefs of all skill levels and disciplines. Chefs must register to participate.
Registration has not opened for the 2026 Salon. More information will be available soon.
Schedule
Friday, November 13th
Categories: KC-12; KG; KP1-2N; SA-D; SK1-9, 12&13; SP1-2N; SKP3; SKS1; SKW
Saturday, November 14th
Categories: ONLY F4&5 – Spots Limited

Suggested Hotels
- Hampton Inn and Suites Cincinnati/Uptown – University of Cincinnati
- Hilton Netherland Plaza
- Embassy Suites by Hilton Cincinnati RiverCenter
- TownePlace Suites by Marriott Cincinnati Downtown
