Chef Up North

Basketball is the attraction. But opportunity is the goal. In just a few days, , presented by will bring together youth, families, community leaders, mentors, and professionals for a day focused on life beyond the game.

From leadership and life skills to exposure, networking, and new opportunities, this event is about helping young people see what’s possible both on and off the court.

And the best part?

It’s completely FREE for the community.

We’re honored to be a small part of what’s being built and excited to help fuel the day as Chef Up North — the official catering partner.

Springfield, pull up. The next generation is watching.

🏀 June 24
📍 Springfield, MA
🎟 FREE Community Event

Chef Up North: The Origin Story 👨🏾‍🍳 I’m currently in the Favorite Chef competition. Cast your vote https://favchef.com/2026/troy-williams

Two years ago, this story looked very different.

There was no certificate.
No chef coat.
No catering events.
No Favorite Chef

Just a dream, a passion for food, and a decision to take a chance on myself.

This video isn’t really about a competition.

It’s about growth.

It’s about the long days, the sacrifices, the lessons, the setbacks, and the moments when quitting would’ve been easier than continuing.

What you’re watching is more than a culinary journey. It’s a reminder of what can happen when you commit to becoming more than you were yesterday.

From home cooking…
to culinary school…
to graduation…
to building Chef Up North…

Every step mattered.

And while Chef Up North is to be competing in Favorite Chef, the greatest reward has already happened.

I got to see myself evolve.

Thank you to everyone who has supported this journey, believed in the vision, shared a meal, attended an event, voted, or simply encouraged me along the way.

This isn’t the finish line.

It’s the next chapter.

Springfield, Massachusetts
— we’re just getting started

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