{"id":35838,"date":"2026-11-02T07:59:45","date_gmt":"2026-11-02T06:59:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/montecarloliving.com\/?p=35838"},"modified":"2026-11-02T07:59:45","modified_gmt":"2026-11-02T06:59:45","slug":"monte-carlo-gastronomie-2026-four-days-dedicated-to-gourmet-excellence-in-the-principality","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/montecarloliving.com\/en\/actuality\/monte-carlo-gastronomie-2026-four-days-dedicated-to-gourmet-excellence-in-the-principality-35838\/","title":{"rendered":"Monte-Carlo Gastronomie 2026: four days dedicated to gourmet excellence in the Principality"},"content":{"rendered":"

From November 27 to 30, 2026, the Chapiteau de Monaco will welcome the 29th edition of Monte-Carlo Gastronomie<\/strong>, organised by Caroli Com \u2013 Groupe Caroli. Over four days, this eagerly anticipated event will bring together more than 100 producers from France, Italy and other European countries, offering visitors the opportunity to discover and taste a wide selection of gourmet products.<\/p>\n

Across a 2,500-square-metre exhibition space, visitors will find foie gras, truffles, caviar, chocolate and confectionery, cheeses, cured meats, organic products, jams, champagne, wines, liqueurs and spirits. A journey through the flavours and culinary traditions of Europe, with plenty of opportunities to meet the producers.<\/p>\n

Live cooking demonstrations and culinary competitions<\/h2>\n

Throughout the four days, chefs will take to the stage for live cooking demonstrations, sharing their expertise, techniques and inspiration with the public.<\/p>\n

One of the highlights will be the 8th edition of the Maestro Chef competition<\/strong>, featuring eight amateur cooks. Organised in partnership with Monaco Go\u00fbt et Saveurs, the competition will run from Friday, November 27 to Sunday, November 29. Participants will prepare a different recipe each day, judged by a panel of Mon\u00e9gasque chefs and Charl\u00e8ne Mazza, winner of the 2025 edition. The final will take place on Sunday, November 29, from 12:00 pm to 3:15 pm.<\/p>\n

Young cooking enthusiasts will also have their moment in the spotlight with the 5th edition of Maestro Kids<\/strong>. Nine children from schools in the Principality will take part in the challenge, whose theme is \u201cInvent your own sweet or savoury clafoutis\u201d. The competition is organised in partnership with Monaco Go\u00fbt et Saveurs and will be judged by a panel of Mon\u00e9gasque chefs.<\/p>\n

Awards celebrating quality and craftsmanship<\/h2>\n

Monte-Carlo Gastronomie will also host several awards recognising the quality, creativity and expertise of producers.<\/p>\n

The Slow Food Monaco Riviera C\u00f4te d\u2019Azur awards<\/strong> will assess products according to a range of criteria, including quality, production methods, origin, distribution, originality and innovation.<\/p>\n

The Monte-Carlo Gastronomie Wine & Spirits Awards<\/strong> will honour wines, champagnes, liqueurs and spirits. The tasting will be held under the direction of Dominique Milardi, Honorary President of the Association Mon\u00e9gasque des Sommeliers. A public professional tasting demonstration is scheduled for Friday, November 27, from 4:30 pm to 5:00 pm.<\/p>\n

The awards ceremony for both competitions will take place on Friday, November 27, from 5:00 pm to 5:30 pm.<\/p>\n

The event is supported by several partner organisations, including Monaco Go\u00fbt et Saveurs, Slow Food Monaco Riviera C\u00f4te d\u2019Azur, the Association des Ma\u00eetres d\u2019h\u00f4tels italiens et fran\u00e7ais, the Association Mon\u00e9gasque des Sommeliers and the Association de l\u2019Industrie H\u00f4teli\u00e8re Mon\u00e9gasque.<\/p>\n

A raffle to round off the event<\/h2>\n

Visitors will also have the chance to take part in a raffle featuring prizes made up of products offered by the exhibitors. The draw will take place on Monday, November 30, at 5:30 pm.<\/p>\n

Monte-Carlo Gastronomie 2026: dates, opening hours and admission<\/h2>\n

Venue:<\/strong> Chapiteau de Monaco
\nDates:<\/strong> November 27\u201330, 2026
\nAdmission:<\/strong> \u20ac5; free for children under 12.<\/p>\n

Opening hours:<\/strong><\/p>\n