Chef Brent Rice of BLT Culinary won Best Mac & Cheese at Mactoberfest 2026, held October 25 at Brat Haus in Old Town Scottsdale. He competed with Super Mac Bros, BLT Culinary’s mac and cheese food truck. You can book the same mac and cheese catering for your next event in Phoenix, Scottsdale, Tempe, Mesa, or anywhere in the Valley.
Who won Mactoberfest 2026?
Chef Brent Rice, Executive Chef and Culinary Director at BLT Culinary, won the Mactoberfest 2026 trophy for Best Mac & Cheese. He cooked for Super Mac Bros and beat a lineup of Old Town Scottsdale restaurants and bars.
The trophy is now back at our kitchen on Dunlap Avenue in Phoenix. Thanks to everyone who came out and grabbed a fork.
What is Mactoberfest at Brat Haus?
Mactoberfest is a mac and cheese contest hosted by Brat Haus, the beer garden at 3622 N. Scottsdale Rd. in Old Town Scottsdale. Local kitchens bring their best mac and cheese, and one goes home with the trophy.
Brat Haus has hosted Oktoberfest in Old Town for years, so an October mac and cheese contest was a natural next step. For more places to eat in the area, see the Scottsdale dining guide from Experience Scottsdale.
Who is Chef Brent Rice?
Brent is the Executive Chef and Culinary Director at BLT Culinary, the Phoenix corporate catering company behind Super Mac Bros. He runs the food side of BLT’s catering, from office lunches to festival concessions.
BLT Culinary is led by Phoenix natives Tommy Dambrosio, a Food Network Chopped Champion and Culinary Institute of America graduate, and entrepreneur Kyle Hollenbeck. The company has been catering across the Valley for over 10 years.
What’s on the Super Mac Bros menu?
Super Mac Bros serves loaded mac and cheese bowls from a food truck and trailer based in Phoenix. The public menu includes:
- Creamy Spicy Tomato Mac
- Truffle Mac
- Southwest Chorizo Mac
- The Super Mac
- Crispy Chicken
Private events can get a custom menu. See the full Super Mac Bros menu.
How do you book award-winning mac and cheese catering in Phoenix?
Fill out the booking form on the BLT Culinary contact page with your date, location, headcount, and service style. Our sales team checks availability and sends options that fit your event.
| Option | Best for |
|---|---|
| Super Mac Bros food truck or trailer | Corporate events, weddings, birthdays, rehearsal dinners |
| Drop-off mac ’n’ cheese bar | Office lunches and events without room for a truck |
| Buffets and chef-attended action stations | Client events, holiday parties, staff appreciation |
| Pre-boxed meals and grab-and-go | Meetings and trainings |
| Cafeteria management | Daily employee dining |
Booking takes three steps:
- Send us your date, location, guest count, and service style.
- Our sales team sends options based on availability.
- Confirm your quote, and we handle the rest.
Where does BLT Culinary cater?
BLT Culinary caters across metro Phoenix and the whole Valley. Super Mac Bros is based in Phoenix and travels to events in Scottsdale, Tempe, Mesa, and nearby cities.
See the full list of BLT Culinary corporate catering services.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won Mactoberfest 2026?
Chef Brent Rice of BLT Culinary won Best Mac & Cheese at Mactoberfest 2026, cooking for Super Mac Bros.
Where was Mactoberfest 2026 held?
Mactoberfest 2026 was held on October 25, 2026, at Brat Haus, 3622 N. Scottsdale Rd. in Old Town Scottsdale.
Can I book Super Mac Bros for a private event?
Yes. Super Mac Bros caters weddings, birthdays, corporate events, and rehearsal dinners across the Phoenix area.
Does BLT Culinary offer mac and cheese catering without a food truck?
Yes. Super Mac Bros offers a drop-off mac ’n’ cheese bar for events that don’t need a truck on site.
What areas does BLT Culinary serve?
BLT Culinary caters across metro Phoenix, including Phoenix, Scottsdale, Tempe, and Mesa.
How do I get a catering quote from BLT Culinary?
Submit the form at bltculinary.com/contact-us or call (602) 848-8823, Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 4 PM.
Book the Champion Mac for Your Next Event
The best mac and cheese at Mactoberfest 2026 came out of a Phoenix kitchen, and you can serve it at your next office lunch, wedding, or company party. Request a catering quote, book through the Super Mac Bros contact page, or call (602) 848-8823. For more from our kitchen, visit the BLT Culinary blog.
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