The annual Chef to Chef Conference will take place February 28–March 2, 2027, at JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass Resort & Spa, bringing club and resort chefs to the Sonoran Desert for three days of education, competition, networking, and culinary inspiration.
C+RC Releases Full Chef to Chef 2026 Photo Gallery
Photos from this year’s event The Broadmoor serve as a reminder of the ongoing innovation and community within the club and resort culinary sector.
Club + Resort Chef Inducts Inaugural Hall of Fame Class
The Hall of Fame recognizes chefs whose careers have shaped the profession through leadership, mentorship, and lasting impact.
Lawrence McFadden, CMC, HoF: The Most Important Meeting
The informal conversations before and after scheduled meetings are essential in leadership. Traditionally, these took place on the golf course or in restaurants and bars. Small talk helps build understanding one word at a time. My greatest mentor used to call our daily executive meeting the “good morning agenda.” We often share that chefs or…
2026 Chef to Chef Conference Materials
Below are the presentation materials from the 2026 Chef to Chef Conference.
Jacob Picking Named 2026 Club + Resort Chef of the Year
The Executive Chef of Blue Hills Country Club, alongside apprentice Bryan Roque of Paradise Valley Country Club, took home the title at the 2026 Chef to Chef Conference.
Inside the 2026 Chef to Chef Conference in Colorado Springs
Set amid The Broadmoor’s iconic property and renowned culinary operation, this year’s conference highlights the talent and leadership that define the club and resort culinary industry.
The 2026 Chef to Chef Conference Is Sold Out
Pre-conference workshops begin Sunday at 1pm.
First Look: Chef to Chef 2026 Pre-Conference Workshops
Interactive, educational, and idea-packed, these sessions will provide club and resort chefs with real-world solutions.
Chef to Chef 2026 Attendees Will Earn Continuing Education Hours
Attendees of the Chef to Chef Conference are eligible to earn CEHs with no additional fees.
C+RC Reveals 2026 Chef of the Year Competitors
Four club chefs will compete for the title of Club + Resort Chef of the Year at the 2026 Chef to Chef Conference at The Broadmoor.
Chef to Chef 2026: Tomorrow Is the Last Chance for Early-Bird Pricing
Early-bird pricing for the conference at The Broadmoor runs through January 31. On February 1, the price will increase.
Chef to Chef 2026: Zeb Hartline to Outline the First Year In a New Leadership Role
Registration is open for the 2026 Chef to Chef Conference at The Broadmoor. Reserve your spot today.
C+R Chef of the Year Competition Returns to Chef to Chef With Updated Format
The 2026 Chef of the Year Culinary Competition introduces a streamlined format that gives chefs clearer expectations, greater control over preparation, and a more focused test of execution.
Cosmos Club’s William Rogers to Share His Staffing Strategy at Chef to Chef 2026
Registration is open for the 2026 Chef to Chef Conference at The Broadmoor. Reserve your spot today.