Sweden's premier professional cooking championship reaches its 2026 final at Annexet. Six finalists compete in three demanding tasks, with presenters Jessie Sommarström and Klas Lindberg guiding the audience through the final day; the competition and prize ceremony are also broadcast on TV4 Play.
Getting there
Venue
Annexet
Arenatorget, Johanneshov
Common questions
Who are the finalists for Chef of the Year 2026?
The finalists competing for the title are Karl Esplund, William Brittsjö, Henric Herbertsson, Evelina Änggren, Christoffer Rosén, and Jonas Lagerström.
Who are the hosts for the 2026 final?
The competition will be hosted by Jessie Sommarström, Chef of the Year 2022, and Klas Lindberg, Chef of the Year 2012.
What are the competition tasks during the final?
Finalists must complete three tasks: a mushroom and scallop dish, a mystery box challenge, and a main course featuring Linderoc pork loin and handmade sausage.
Can I watch the Chef of the Year 2026 competition online?
The final is broadcast live on TV4 Play, and for the first time, the award ceremony will also be broadcast live on TV4 Nyhetsdagen and TV4 Play.
