The 1st ANNUAL “FRENCHED” COMPETITION

Rochester, NY – The American Culinary Federation Rochester Chapter (ACFR) has partnered with Foodlink once again to hold the ACFR 2025 annual “Frenched” competition on Sunday, Nov. 2nd. The event will be held at Pomona at Blue Barn, 918 Manitou Rd, Hilton, NY 14468 (), Rochester, NY 14615, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM.

Emceed by Celebrity Personality Dino Kay:

Rochester’s own Dino Kay of 95.1 WAIO - iHeart Media will serve as the evening’s lively and entertaining emcee, guiding guests through an afternoon of flavor, fun, and friendly competition.

Live Entertainment by The Dawgs:

Get ready for an unforgettable experience as The Dawgs take the stage to provide top-notch entertainment for the event!

TICKETS: $50 Per Person

Your ticket includes:

• Tastings from all participating restaurants
• 1 drink ticket
• Live entertainment

Other ways to support Food Link & ACFRoc

50/50 raffle, Wine Pulls, Scratch-off lottery ticket, gift baskets and live auction items.

For event details and to register, visit or

The Restaurants Participating Include:

• Char Steak & Lounge
• Grappa Italian Nouveau
• Proietti’s
• Shadow Lake Grill & Tap Room
• ...and more to be announced!

Attendees will enjoy tastings from all competing restaurants and vote for their favorites in a “People’s Choice” format — with awards going to the top three contenders.

Supporting a Worthy Cause:

Proceeds from the event will benefit:

• Foodlink, a Rochester-based nonprofit on a mission to end hunger and build healthier communities through innovative programs and public health initiatives.
• The American Culinary Federation Chefs/Cooks Association of Rochester supports scholarships and educational opportunities for aspiring culinary professionals.

Learn more about Foodlink and their incredible work at www.FoodlinkNY.org

WHAT: ACFRoc’s 1st ANNUAL “FRENCHED” COMPETITION

WHEN: Sunday, November 2nd, 2025 from 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

WHERE: Pomona at Blue Barn - 918 Manitou Rd - Hilton, NY 14468

WHO: Competing Restaurants -Char Steak & Lounge -Grappa Italian Nouveau -Proietti’s -Shadow Lake Grill & Tap Room

MORE TO COME!

DETAILS: Media are welcome to attend the event and capture videos of the competition. In addition, the media can conduct interviews with members from ACFR, Foodlink, and the competing chefs.

Info: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM competition stations open
3:30 PM – 4:00 PM Vote counting and Raffles
4:00 PM - Winners announced

Host or Publisher ACF Rochester