SANTA CLARA, CA - Bullseye Event Group is proud to announce the official, star-studded chef lineup and entertainment for The Players Tailgate, the premier pre-game tailgate event on Super Bowl Sunday, February 8, 2026, in Santa Clara, California. Often described as "the culinary Super Bowl before the Super Bowl," this year's event will feature an extraordinary roster of acclaimed chefs, restaurateurs, and culinary innovators who will deliver an unforgettable dining experience for guests and NFL athletes alike.

The 2026 Players Tailgate will showcase an elite team of culinary talent, including:

• Aaron May, renowned chef and restaurateur recognized for bold flavors and crowd-pleasing dishes.
• Marc Murphy, widely respected chef, restaurateur, and television personality
• Kelsey Murphy, celebrated chef and winner of MasterChef
• Aarón Sanchez, award-winning executive chef and part-owner of Johnny Sánchez, judge on Food Network's Chopped.
• Tristen Epps, recent champion of Top Chef and James Beard semifinalist.
• Shota Nakajima, 3 time James Beard nominee and owner of Empathie
• Josh Capon, experienced chef and co-founder of VCR Group
• Adam Sobel, culinary innovator and owner of the hospitality company, AETHER GROUP.
• Catherine McCord, founder of Weelicious and co-founder of One Potato, Toknon for her vibrant, family-focused culinary creativity
• Leah Cohen, acclaimed chef and owner of Pig & Khao and Piggyback NYC
• Chris Cosentino, award-winning chef, author, and champion of whole-animal cooking
• Damaris Phillips, chef, television personality, and expert in Southern-inspired cuisine
• 10/10 Burger, the fast-rising smash-burger sensation bringing its signature craft burger experience to this year's tailgate

Together, these chefs will curate an elevated, multi-station culinary celebration designed to deliver the most memorable pre-game dining event in the country.

Adding to the excitement, DJ Irie will perform live, bringing high-energy entertainment and a dynamic atmosphere to fuel the festivities leading up to kickoff.

"The Players Tailgate is all about creating a once-in-a-lifetime VIP experience, and this year's chef lineup is truly unmatched," said Kyle Kinnett, CEO of Bullseye Event Group, in the recent release. "From gourmet specialties to innovative comfort food, our guests will enjoy world-class cuisine from some of the most talented chefs in the country, all while enjoying live entertainment from DJ Irie."

The Players Tailgate has earned a reputation as the #1 rated pre-game event on Super Bowl gameday, drawing celebrities, athletes, and fans from around the world. Fans that are excited to take in all Super Bowl Sunday has to offer can visit The Players Tailgate Event Page to learn more about tickets, packages and partnership opportunities.

LOS ANGELES, CA - Pacific Trellis Fruit is pleased to announce the appointment of Mike Blume as East Coast Sales Manager, effective January 5, 2026.

Blume joins Pacific Trellis Fruit from Keystone Fruit Marketing, a division of our integrated partner company Progressive Produce, where he most recently served as Vice President of Sales. With more than two decades of commercial and leadership experience in the produce sector -particularly within the East Coast region - he has a proven history of driving growth, strengthening customer partnerships, and leading high-performing teams.

In his new role, Blume will oversee sales strategy and execution for our East Coast office, supporting Pacific Trellis Fruit’s continued expansion and reinforcing the company’s commitment to delivering premium-quality products. He will be based in the company’s Philadelphia sales office.

“We are thrilled to welcome Mike to the Pacific Trellis Fruit team. His deep industry expertise, strong commercial acumen, and genuine passion for produce make him an exceptional addition,” said Eric Coty, EVP, Fruit Division, in the recent release. “Mike’s leadership will play a key role in advancing our strategic initiatives and further elevating the Dulcinea brand with products that prioritize flavor, quality, and consumer satisfaction.”