Chef Summit
The Grand Tasting
Experience a culinary journey like no other at the 7th Annual Chef Summit Grand Tasting.
01 / 05
7th Annual Event
The Chef Summit Returns to Sunday River
From savory bites to sweet treats, guests will experience each chef’s flavorful creations sourced from Maine’s bounty of land and sea. Stroll from station to station as you meet the chefs and enjoy a culinary discovery that also includes special tasting and learning about the finest cheeses from New England or warm up by tasting wood-fired specialties straight from the grill.
Meet The Chefs
| Chef | Establishment |
|---|---|
| Justin & Danielle Walker - Owner/Chef | Walkers Maine | Cape Neddick, ME |
| Chris Gould - Owner/Chef | Central Provisions & Tipo | Portland, ME |
| Hannah Ryder - Chef | Twelve | Portland, ME |
| Harding Lee Smith - Owner/Chef | The Rooms | Sunday River & Portland, ME |
| Ilma Lopez - Owner/Chef | Chaval | Portland, ME |
| Damian Sansonetti - Owner/Chef | Chaval | Portland, ME |
| Lori Mitchell - Owner/Chef | Boothbay Craft Brewery | Boothbay, ME |
| Jessica Lalumiere - Private Chef | TheUpBeetGinger | Portland, ME |
| Maria & Shane McGarvey - Owner/Chef | Apple Craft Catering | Waldoboro, ME |
| John Harnois - Executive Chef | Sunday River Resort | Newry, ME |
| Will & Mary Sissle - Owner/Cheesemonger | Sissle & Daughters Cheese Shop | Portland, ME |
| Matt Ginn - GM/Executive Chef | Dry Dock | Portland, ME |
Meet the Chefs
The Talent Behind the 2026 Chef SummitOn January 24, 2026, the Grand Summit Hotel will transform into a gourmet haven as we welcome 12 award-winning chef teams, each showcasing their own unique creations.
Get to know the culinary talent behind the flavors.
