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Save the Date - The Great American Chefs Christmas PartyMonday, December 14th from 5:00 - 9:00pmTicket & Sponsorship pac...
10/11/2026

Save the Date - The Great American Chefs Christmas Party
Monday, December 14th from 5:00 - 9:00pm
Ticket & Sponsorship packages go on sale Friday, October 16th.

Submit your nominations for ACF Monterey Bay Chapter Elected Officers 2027-2028.Please submit your nominations for Presi...
10/04/2026

Submit your nominations for ACF Monterey Bay Chapter Elected Officers 2027-2028.

Please submit your nominations for President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, and Sergeant-at-Arms. Elected Officers can earn CEHs towards certification. These newly elected officers will be officially sworn in at our Annual President’s Message and Brunch. Check your emails for the nomination form. Didn't get the email? Please reach out to Chef E.J or Chef Crystal.

Rooted in Justice — October 8Presented in recognition of Filipino American History Month, this event will feature author...
09/28/2026

Rooted in Justice — October 8
Presented in recognition of Filipino American History Month, this event will feature author Gayle Romasanta in a discussion about the Filipino farmworker movement, identity, activism and the legacy of Larry Itliong. Guests will also experience fish sinigang, a traditional Filipino soup known for its bright, tangy broth, offering a taste of the food traditions carried through generations of Filipino families.

The UC Merced Culinary Team recently hosted their first event in their new Guest Chef Exchange program, featuring fellow...
09/26/2026

The UC Merced Culinary Team recently hosted their first event in their new Guest Chef Exchange program, featuring fellow Monterey Bay ACF member Chef Monica Hemaidan, Certifed Chef de Cuisine. Chef Monica collaborated with our UC Merced culinary team and presented a Hispanic-inspired brunch-for-lunch menu in the Pavilion. It was a wonderful opportunity to showcase the talent and community engagement of one of our chapter members.

Monterey Bay ACF Members Recognized with National NACUFS Award.The Monterey Bay Chapter of the American Culinary Federat...
06/15/2026

Monterey Bay ACF Members Recognized with National NACUFS Award.

The Monterey Bay Chapter of the American Culinary Federation is proud to celebrate several of our members who helped earn national recognition through the National Association of College & University Food Services (NACUFS).

UC Merced Dining's Food for Thought Series received a Bronze Award for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Programming for its event featuring acclaimed Indigenous chef and food activist Sean Sherman.
The event was truly a team effort. Monterey Bay ACF members played key roles in its success:

Anthony Pangelina served as moderator for the evening discussion.
Chef Nevin Koepernick and Chef Nicole Fleming lead in the preparation and ex*****on of the reception featuring Chef Sean Sherman's recipes.

Mitch Vanagten coordinated the event as part of the Food for Thought speaker series.

Chef Anthony Pangelina, Chef Nicole Fleming, and Chef Mitch Vanagten will travel to New Orleans this July to accept the award at the NACUFS National Conference on behalf of the UC Merced Dining team and community partners who helped make the event possible.

Don't Miss Out! Register today!
06/15/2026

Don't Miss Out! Register today!

You're Invited to a Dine-Around at Patria on Main The American Culinary Federation Monterey Bay Chapter invites members ...
04/14/2026

You're Invited to a Dine-Around at Patria on Main

The American Culinary Federation Monterey Bay Chapter invites members and guests to a special Dine-Around evening at Patria on Main on May 4th from 6:00–9:00 PM. Located in the heart of Oldtown Salinas, Patria on Main offers a vibrant and welcoming setting where seasonal ingredients and culinary creativity come together.

Date & Time
Monday, May 4th from 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Location
Patria on Main
228 Main Street, Salinas, Ca 93901

Menu
5 Course Meal
(See Menu Below)

Under the direction of Chef Jose Aranda Aguilera, guests will enjoy a thoughtfully curated dining experience that highlights the rich agricultural bounty of Monterey County and beyond.

This exclusive evening will feature a menu inspired by the freshest local ingredients, artfully prepared to reflect the spirit of the season. From farm-fresh produce to locally sourced meats and seafood, each course is designed to celebrate flavor, craftsmanship, and community.

Join fellow culinary professionals and food enthusiasts for an unforgettable night of connection, inspiration, and exceptional cuisine.

Register Here - https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/ydxrcmb/lp/2011faad-1cc1-4c98-891f-101ba6b346c8

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P. O. Box 7034
Carmel Valley, CA
93921

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