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
Step 1: Download the Application

Step 2: Pay for your registration
- Via Check
- Make checks payable to “Cincinnati State”
- Write “ACF Salon” in the memo
- Via Eventbrite
Receipt of payment confirms application.
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
