20 Apr Lamb Jam 2026: San Francisco
Lamb Jam 2026 San Francisco: Celebrating American Lamb and Culinary Creativity!
A vibrant culinary event bringing together chefs, flavor, and community
If you love great food, bold flavors, and supporting American agriculture, then Lamb Jam 2026 in San Francisco is an event you won’t want to miss.
Each year, Lamb Jam brings together talented chefs from across the country. In San Francisco, however, the event feels even more exciting because it highlights West Coast creativity and the region’s diverse food culture. As a result, guests can experience a wide range of flavors all in one place.
What is Lamb Jam?
Lamb Jam is a culinary competition and tasting event where chefs prepare creative lamb dishes for both guests and judges.
During the event, attendees can sample different styles of lamb, from grilled and roasted to braised and globally inspired. Lamb Jam celebrates:
- American lamb
- Chef creativity
- Local food culture
- Sustainable agriculture
- Culinary innovation
While guests enjoy tastings and meet the chefs, they can also vote for their favorite dishes. At the same time, judges select winners who may move on to compete at the national level.
Meet the Chefs
Reem Assil
Reems
Shish Barak
Reem presents lamb dumplings served with garlic yogurt sauce, mint oil, and sumac. As a result, the dish feels both comforting and bold.
Francis Ang
Causwells
Sinigang Lamb Ribs
Francis brings a Filipino-inspired dish with tamarind glaze and bone broth. Because of its tangy and savory profile, it stands out on the tasting menu.
Mat Schuster
Canela
Lamb Albondigas (Meatballs)
Mat prepares lamb meatballs in a rich pepitoria sauce made with toasted almonds, egg yolk, garlic, and saffron. Therefore, the dish offers deep and layered flavor.
Jason Halverson
The Vault
Steakhouse-Spiced Lamb Skewer
Jason serves a bold lamb skewer paired with crispy potatoes. In this case, classic steakhouse flavors meet modern presentation.
Nelson German & Leonard Roberts III
Sobre Mesa
Awaze Ribs
This dish combines mole rojo, crispy fingerling potatoes, and a peanut and benne seed crumble. As a result, it blends African and Latin flavors into one unique plate.
Ryan McIlwraith & Kaili Hill
Bosco
Wood Grilled Lamb Burger
Ryan and Kaili present a wood-grilled lamb burger topped with tomato jam, caper aioli, crispy parmesan, and melted fontina. In addition, the Japanese milk bun adds a soft and flavorful finish.
Cast Your Vote
Cast your vote and you could be one of two lucky winners in your market to score two tickets to the winning chef dinner in your city! Lamb Jam 2026 Voting
Come Join the Lamb Celebration
Lamb Jam helps introduce people to new ways of cooking and enjoying lamb. Many may only be familiar with traditional preparations like leg of lamb or chops. Events like this showcase just how versatile lamb can be — from street-food style bites to elegant plated dishes.
These events also support local American lamb producers and encourage these chefs to experiment with new cuts and techniques.
Spring is a perfect time to explore new flavors, and Lamb Jam 2026 in San Francisco is a great way to celebrate the season while supporting American lamb producers. If you’re in the Bay Area, or planning a visit, consider attending and experiencing firsthand how chefs are bringing lamb to life in exciting new ways. And we hope you get inspired to bring home some fresh lamb ideas to your own kitchen!
Learn more on the American Lamb Board’s website.