“Head Chef Vincenzo Loseto (Press Restaurant, Napa Valley) alongside Commis Tyler Higson, have been selected to represent the United States as the official Team USA candidate for the 2027 Bocuse d’Or. The unveiling of Team USA 2027 took place at a commemorative ceremony on January 25th at The Culinary Institute of America at Copia.”

“Vincenzo grew up in Massapequa, New York, spending much of his time on the water and in the kitchen, inspired by his Italian family and his nonna’s cooking. When his older brother began working at a local butcher shop, Vincenzo followed, sparking an early passion for butchery and cooking.”

“Upon graduating from the Culinary Institute of America, Vincenzo joined The NoMad in New York City as a sous chef, where he spent almost four years and helped open the restaurant’s first European outpost in London. During this time, he became involved with Ment’or and went on to win the 2016 Ment’or Young Chef Competition. He later served as an assistant for Team USA at the 2017 Bocuse d’Or under Chef Mathew Peters, contributing to the country’s first-ever gold medal victory. “

“Vincenzo continued his career at Three-Michelin-starred Eleven Madison Park under Chef Daniel Humm, where he was part of the restaurant’s transition to a fully plant-based menu. Drawn to Napa Valley’s seasons, produce, and the opportunity to work alongside Chef Philip Tessier, he stepped into the Chef de Cuisine role at Press Restaurant. Now as the Head Chef for Team USA, Vincenzo is looking forward to and focused on training as he progresses on the Road to Lyon for the Bocuse d’Or in January 2027.”

Chef Vincenzo Loseto continues as our guest.