LAKE PARK, Fla., June 2, 2026 — Culinary Studio, a kitchen collective hub has officially issued the call for chefs to compete in the 2026 season of Culinary Clash: Palm Beach Edition. The live chef competition series returns this fall with three preliminary rounds and a Grand Finale, giving talented local chefs the chance to compete, connect with the South Florida community, and champion a cause they believe in.

Culinary Clash: Palm Beach Edition is a Food Network-style live competition held at Culinary Studio in Lake Park. Each competing chef is paired with a local charity and goes head-to-head in front of a live audience of 100 food lovers. Guests sample every dish and cast votes for the People’s Choice Award, while a panel of judges scores each chef on flavor, creativity and execution. The combination of scores determines who advances to the Grand Finale.

Preliminary rounds are scheduled for Sept. 7, Sept. 14 and Sept. 21, with the Grand Finale on Oct. 26. All events run 5:40–9 p.m. at Culinary Studio, 1301 10th St., Lake Park, Fla. Tickets are available for purchase at culinary-studio.com/culinary-clash.

The stakes are high. The Grand Finale winner takes home $3,000 in cash and exclusive use of Culinary Studio’s private event space for their own dinner or pop-up event. The giving doesn’t stop there — the winning chef’s paired charity receives all money raised through cash calls and silent auctions held across all four events, making every night of competition a fundraiser as much as a showdown.

Chefs interested in competing are encouraged to apply now. Culinary Clash welcomes chefs of all backgrounds — from seasoned professionals to passionate independents — who are ready to bring their best to the plate and make an impact in the community. Spots are limited.

“Culinary Clash was created to shine a spotlight on the incredible culinary talent right here in our community — and to make sure that talent gives back at the same time. We’re thrilled to open up the competition for 2026 and can’t wait to see who steps up,” said Amy Angelo, partner, Culinary Studio.

Culinary Clash also offers unique sponsorship and media collaboration opportunities. Culinary brands, local businesses and lifestyle companies are invited to join in spotlighting local talent and making a meaningful community impact. To apply to compete, inquire about sponsorship or learn more, visit culinary-studio.com/culinary-clash or contact Carmen Rodriguez at (561) 206-2443 or culinary.info@culinary-studio.com.

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Culinary Studio is a kitchen collective hub presented in partnership with Oceana Coffee, dedicated to connecting food lovers, home cooks and culinary professionals through community events, classes and shared culinary experiences in Lake Park, Fla.