Michael Everd

Happy Mother’s Day to my amazing wife @jess_e07 You are the rock to our family, we would be so lost without. You are patient, kind and loving. Our children are truly blessed to call you mommy. We love you. Have a good Mother’s Day. !!

🐟 Fresh flavors & Fearless execution 🐟 Michael Everd, our World Seafood Champion, brought precision and creativity to the plate in Bentonville. From delicate balance to bold presentation, his opening round dish made waves at Brightwater. As the only contestant who competed solo at the Final Table, he was simply outstanding. We look forward to catching @ChefEverd back in the Kitchen Arena this October! 🏆 #FoodSport #WFCFinalTable #SeafoodChampion #WFC2026

I first want to thank my amazing wife @jess_e07 for always having my back in my culinary journey. I also want to thank @chefzacktrabbold and @natalietrabbold for coming and supporting me here at the final table of the @worldfoodchampionships Although my culinary journey at the final table was cut short, I am extremely proud of the effort and product I created for the opening round. The pain of not advancing can only be used as fuel to come back stronger. To my kids, I’m heartbroken that I failed for you and couldn’t come home as the overall champion. But I know that win or lose I am always your champion. To all of the finalist it was an honor to cook with you all. Best of luck to the final six!

In less than 2 weeks I’ll be heading to Bentonville, Arkansas to compete against the 9 other finalist from the @worldfoodchampionships . I’m sure the other chefs have been practicing the dishes they are going to prepare left and right to try and win the title of the world food champion! Then there is me. I went into the WFC not practicing any dish, it was just my gut and culinary talent. I won the seafood category. Fast forward to just under 2 weeks until the first round and I have yet to put anything in a pan or oven that will be presented at the final table. I will be using my gut and culinary knowledge again and doing each round not knowing what I will create. Does this put me at a huge disadvantage against the 9 other finalist? You bet, but so does doing this alone with no sous chef. The other chefs have sous chefs and back up sous chefs. Going into this year’s Final Table, I set out to prove to myself I am still talented in this culinary world. I have been the underdog my whole life and that’s ok. It makes me work harder to earn everything I have. Win or lose, I’ll give everything I have but I’m looking to bring this gold home for my family and myself. Let’s finish this journey on top!!!

Shout out to @churchill_1795 and @aattman for the hookup for the @worldfoodchampionships final table next month.

That’s right! We are back at the stadium for the home opener and first week of home games. Come out and see us at the Camden commons 3rd base side. @nataliesseafoodkitchen will be serving some dishes food this home stand!! @evolved_hospitality_group @chefzacktrabbold @natalietrabbold @petrucci22 @nicmstandish

Shout out to @rakporcelain for the hook up for the Final Table next month. And special thanks to Tina for getting me amazing plate ware.

🔥 Champion Spotlight: Michael Everd 🔥 Meet Michael Everd, the 2025 World Seafood Champion at the World Food Championships! 🐟 Hailing from Perry Hall and now residing in Bel Air, Maryland, Michael’s culinary journey began early; spending time in the kitchen with his mom and aunt before landing his first job at a bagel shop at just 15 years old. What started as a love for cooking quickly turned into a lifelong career that has now spanned 25 years in the culinary world. Today, @ChefEverd serves as Corporate Executive Chef for @Evolved_Hospitality_Group , overseeing operations for @TheLocalHarco , @NataliesSeafoodKitchen , and the group’s catering program. Known as the “sushi guru” within his hospitality group, his culinary background spans everything from bagel shops and Mediterranean restaurants to country clubs and elevated comfort food. 🏆For Michael, competing at WFC is about more than trophies. It’s about the community, the friendships formed with talented cooks from around the world, and the opportunity to let your food tell your story. Join us in celebrating Michael Everd, our 2025 World Seafood Champion (and elementary school Postmaster General)! 🧑‍🍳Check out the full spotlight interview with Michael and the nine other incredible competitors chasing culinary glory April 18-19 in Bentonville. WFC... THIS is Food Sport. #FoodSport #MeetTheFinalist #WorldFoodChampionships #ChefLife #WFCFamily

@chefzacktrabbold @evolved_hospitality_group @evolved_catering

Flight Night at Park + Social continues to be defined by experience around the table. From intentional flavors to shared conversation, the curated menus and pours remain at the center of what makes these evenings memorable for our community. Listen to @chefeverd talk more about the inspiration behind last Flight Night’s menu and a few dishes from the night. To gain access to the next Flight Night and more experiences like this ahead, apply for membership at: #parkandsocial #baltimorecars #carstorage #flightnight #exotic

12 years ago our lives changed forever!! I asked you to marry me and you said yes!!! I would go back in time just to do it all over again with you! I love you @jess_e07

Sushi is on fire here tonight! @worldfoodchampionships @chefzacktrabbold #worldseafoodchampion #sushifordays @evolved_catering @evolved_hospitality_group