We Have Crowned Our

2026 Florida Future Chef Champion

FLORIDA FUTURE CHEF 2026

We are so proud of our 2026 Florida Future Chef Finalists. Congratulations to our winners!

Logan W.

2026 FFC Champion

Emily P.

2026 Second Place

Indy Z.

2026 Third Place

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PRIZES

Sponsored by Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation

Finalists earn more than recognition. They unlock an experience designed to celebrate their hard work, creativity, and passion for nutritious cooking. After entries are reviewed and top students are selected, three finalists advance to the live cook‑off finale in Tampa, where they prepare their dishes in front of judges, supporters, and fellow young chefs.

The competition also awards meaningful prizes that help students invest in their education and future goals:

2nd Prize

$3,000
  • Florida 529 Savings Plan

1st Prize

$5,000
  • Florida 529 Savings Plan

3rd Prize

$2,000
  • Florida 529 Savings Plan

1st Prize

$5,000
  • Florida 529 Savings Plan

2nd Prize

$3,000
  • Florida 529 Savings Plan

3rd Prize

$2,000
  • Florida 529 Savings Plan

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