‘America’s Culinary Cup’ Cast Guide: Meet the Competitors | Photos

Padma Lakshmi is back with a new culinary competition series, and this time, the prize is a staggering $1 million. So, it’s time to meet the competitors.

“America’s Culinary Cup” premieres on Wednesday, March 4, on CBS and will see 16 chefs competing for the huge prize. But, unlike some other cooking competitions, these chefs are all professional. Every single one of them has a major culinary accolade or nomination, from James Beard Award winners and nominees to Michelin-starred chefs.