2026 Chef lineup
Le Bon Appétit brings some of the nation’s most celebrated talent together in Memphis, all working to continue the mission of raising funds for Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital.
Event Host Chefs
Restaurant
iris, second line, swamp bar, fino’s italian deli, rocket greens & things
Location
Memphis, Tn
Local Chefs
Chefs Andy Ticer & Mike Hudman
Restaurant
Andrew Michael Italian Kitchen, Hog & Hominy, Catherine & Mary’s
Location
Memphis, TN
chef Jimmy Gentry
Restaurant
Paradox Catering & Consulting, Paradox Underground Experience, To Go by Paradox, Charcuterie by Paradox
Location
Memphis, Tn
chef Karen Carrier
Restaurant
The Beauty Shop, Bar DKDC, Another Roadside Attraction Catering, The Mollie Fontaine Lounge, Back Do/Mi Yard
Location
Memphis, Tn
Chef Cole Jeanes
Restaurant
Secret Smash Society, Hard Times Deli, Kinfolk
Location
Memphis, Tn
Guest Chefs
chef Kevin Nashan
Restaurant
Sidney Street Cafe, The Peacemaker Lobster & Crab
Location
St. Louis, MO
chef Michael Solomonov
Restaurant
Zahav, Laser Wolf, Federal Donuts, Dizengoff, Goldie
Location
Philadelphia, PA
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