2026 Grill Master: Great Food, Great Teams, and $135,000 Raised for Saint-Laurent Youth

The grills were fired up, the competition was fierce, and our teams brought their best to the 2026 Grill Master Competition! This year’s event once again brought our community together for an unforgettable day of great food, friendly competition, and an even greater cause.

Congratulations to Our 2026 Grill Master Champions!

After an incredible culinary showdown, Team Papi Steph took home the title of 2026 Grill Master Champions! Congratulations to the entire team led by Steph Manos, alongside Gilbert Rahme, Tony Amormino, Dan Malouf, Ralph Aziz and Chef Ron. 🔥 🏆

A huge round of applause also goes to our two other finalist teams:

• Iron Legends, led by Hassan Youssef, alongside Salam Said, Sam Hourani, Kaelin Corrigan, Andrea DiVirgilio, and Chef Jason Nagy

• Montreal’s Finest, led by Joseph Khoubbieh, alongside Bechara Haddad, Serge Krikorian, Mitch Bourassa, Fouad Rahme and Sarah Stunell

From the creativity of the dishes to the energy around the grills, all three finalist teams delivered an incredible experience. Thank you to every team that participated for the time, preparation, passion, and competitive spirit you brought to Grill Master. You are what makes this event so much fun year after year!

Together, We Raised $135,000!

Beyond the competition, Grill Master has always been about bringing people together to make a meaningful difference.

Thanks to the generosity and incredible participation of our community, we are proud to announce that the 2026 Grill Master raised a total of $135,000 in support of Express Saint-Laurent and École Secondaire Saint-Laurent’s student athletes. The funds will support the creation of a new community basketball court and outdoor training space at the Saint-Germain Campus.

The new facilities will benefit more than 180 student athletes and 2,100 students, as well as local families, providing an accessible space to play, train, stay active, and come together. Most importantly, this investment will create opportunities for young people and leave a lasting impact on the Saint-Laurent community for many years to come.

The Valsef Dream Big Foundation matched the funds raised through the event, helping amplify the generosity of everyone who contributed, and provided additional funding to bring the total contribution to $135,000.

The Team Behind the Event

A special thank-you goes to Veronnik, Jill, Sarah, Jacynthe, Amy, and Samantha, who worked tirelessly behind the scenes to bring Grill Master to life. From planning and coordination to all the details on event day, your dedication made everything possible. Thank you to Ali Youssef for his amazing skills.

And a heartfelt thank-you to Ouissam and Farah for once again welcoming us into their home and graciously hosting this special event. Your generosity and hospitality help make Grill Master such a memorable gathering year after year.

Thank You for Being Part of It

On behalf of Ouissam and the Valsef Dream Big Foundation, thank you to every team, guest, donor, volunteer, and supporter who joined us for the 2026 Grill Master Competition. Your energy, generosity, and community spirit made the day truly special and together, we are helping create a space where the next generation can play, grow, and dream big.

See you at our Gala on November 13, 2026! Reserve your tickets now.