Dominik Unčovský wins the national selection
Dominik Unčovský began his culinary journey at an early age. He first gained experience at a renowned culinary institute in Prague, contributing to professional cookbooks. His path then led through several top-tier restaurants in Prague and abroad, including La Finestra in Cucina, Sansho, and Mánes. He also honed his skills in the A-ROSA hotel in the Austrian Alps and during an internship in India. Today, he serves as the ambassador of the educational program run by MAKRO, a leading foodservice supplier.
Dominik won the Czech national final of Bocuse d’Or in 2023 and represented the Czech Republic at the European final in Trondheim. In 2025, he returned to the competition and successfully reclaimed his title. He is now fully committed to doing everything it takes to succeed in the European final and to once again showcase the strength of modern Czech gastronomy.
Plate Theme
Zander – White Asparagus – New Potatoes
This year’s plate theme celebrates the elegance of pure flavors and the precision of every detail.
Each team must prepare a hot dish for 14 people, in which all three main ingredients must be clearly recognizable:
- Common zander
- White asparagus
- New potatoes – use of specifically designated varieties (to be specified)
Platter Theme
Venison Loin – Venison Shoulder – Chanterelles
The platter theme is a tribute to wild nature, the elegance of game, and the play of textures.
Each team must prepare a hot dish for 14 people, consisting of:
- 2 meat preparations using venison (loin & shoulder)
- 1 side dish served separately in a terrine
- 2 garnishes or accompaniments
- 1 sauce or jus
Chanterelles must be used as a mandatory component.
All key ingredients are provided by the competition’s partners and must be incorporated into the recipes.
President of Jury: Marek Fichtnerc
Tasting jury:
Peter Duranský, Sebastian Gibrand, Regis Marcon, Petr Hajný, Jitka Ulihrachová, Filip Sajler, Miluše Makó, Tomáš Kalina, Patrik Jaroš, Ondřej Koráb
Technical jury:
Martin Staněk, Jan Horák, Tomáš Popp, Marek Svoboda
