Considered the Olympics of the culinary world, the Bocuse d’Or USA will choose the American chef-team to represent the biennial Bocuse d’Or Cuisine Contest in 2013.

Finalists this year include Bill Bradley, Danny Cerqueda, Jeffrey Lizotte and Richard Rosendale.

On January 28 and 29, the chefs will compete for the chance to carry the American flag into the international competition in Lyon, France.

Two platter presentations around seafood and meat, each accompanied by three original garnishes which will be presented to a panel of 24 judges.

They will have five and a half hours to cook the meal of their lives! Dishes will be evaluated for overall harmony of flavors, presentation and techniques.