Premiering in March 2026, America's Culinary Cup is a brand-new competition show where elite chefs compete for the cup and a cash prize greater than any other food competition show has offered before – $1 million. The 16 chefs chosen to compete include James Beard Award winners, and Bocuse d'Or medalists, and Michelin-starred chefs. Joining Padma as co-judges are acclaimed chefs Michael Cimarusti and Wylie Dufresne. Throughout the 11 episodes, the contestants battle to prove their mastery of the "Culinary Commandments" and to take home America's Culinary Cup. 

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Padma is the creator, host, and executive producer of America's Culinary Cup.