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March 2-5, 2026
Los Angeles Convention CenterLos Angeles, CA

Catersource + The Special Event Schedule 2026

DICED Competition

Robin Selden  (Managing Partner & Executive Chef, Marcia Selden Catering & Events and Naked Fig Catering)

Eric LeVine  (Executive Chef | Owner, 317 Mainstreet | Vice | The James Room | Stage 317)

Keith Lord  (Chief Disruptor, Strateje Fourteen)

Paul Acosta  (Chef, Four Points by Sheraton Norwood Hotel and Conference Center)

Location: Keynote & Culinary Stage

Date: Wednesday, March 4

Time: 3:00 pm - 4:15 pm

Pass Type: All Access, Catersource Conference Pass, Combined CS/TSE Conference Pass, Exhibit Hall Only, TSE Conference Pass - Get your pass now!

Track: CS-Culinary Arts

Associations & Accreditations: LCA

Vault Recording: TBD

Leading Caterers of America

Six chefs will compete in this live mystery box themed competition at the Los Angeles Convention Center in Los Angeles, CA, emceed by Chef Robin Selden, Marcia Selden Catering & Events. A little bit "Chopped" and a little bit freewheeling fun, the 2026 Diced winner will receive a $1,500 Amazon gift card. Runner up receives a $500 gift card. Interested in competing? Click here to learn more and throw your toque into the ring!