#NHLPeachy @NHL Morning Skate: Stanley Cup Playoffs Edition – May 22, 2026

* Cole Caufield and the Canadiens came out flying despite allowing a goal in the opening 33 seconds as Montreal snapped Carolina’s eight-game postseason-opening winning streak and took a 1-0 lead in its Eastern Conference Final series.

* Thursday marked the third contest in Stanley Cup Playoffs history where both teams had opening-minute goals following Game 6 of the 2023 Second Round between the Golden Knights and Oilers as well as Game 2 of the 1993 Division Finals between the Canucks and Kings.

* Gabriel Landeskog and the Avalanche aim to even their Western Conference Final series against Jack Eichel and the Golden Knights tonight. Eichel is one of three players in the series who can capture a Stanley Cup after winning a gold medal with Team USA at the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 (also Noah Hanifin & Brock Nelson).

CANADIENS COME OUT FLYING FOLLOWING GAME 7 WIN, HAND HURRICANES FIRST LOSS

Cole Caufield (1:00) and Seth Jarvis (0:33) exchanged opening-minute goals before the Canadiens added three more during the first period en route to taking a 1-0 lead in their Eastern Conference Final series and halting the Hurricanes’ eight-game postseason-opening winning streak, which was one shy of tying the NHL record set by the 1985 Oilers (9-0).

* Nick Suzuki (0-3—3) assisted on Caufield’s goal and extended his postseason-opening road point streak to a franchise-record nine games while becoming the fifth player in NHL history with a run of that length after Mark Messier (10 GP in 1994 & 9 GP in 1990), Joe Sakic (10 GP in 1996), Leon Draisaitl (9 GP in 2025) and Peter Forsberg (9 GP in 1999). Suzuki reached 14 road points in the 2026 playoffs to set a single-postseason club record and tie Mitch Marner for the League lead.

* Caufield collected his fifth career goal during a final-four round after having four as a 20-year-old rookie in the 2021 Stanley Cup Semifinals and assisted on a highlight-reel tally by Juraj Slafkovský (2-1—3) during the final frame. Caufield became the eighth player in NHL history with 40 tying or go-ahead goals in a campaign (regular season & playoffs).

* Jakub Dobes (25 saves) remained perfect against Carolina this season and improved to 9-6 in 15 appearances during the 2026 playoffs with a 2.48 goals-against average and .911 save percentage. Dobes became the fourth rookie goaltender in franchise history with nine or more wins during a postseason after Patrick Roy (15-5 in 1986), Ken Dryden (12-8 in 1971) and Steve Penney (9-6 in 1984).

* Phillip Danault (1-1—2), Alexandre Texier and Ivan Demidov accounted for the other first-period goals by Montreal, which scored four in the opening frame of a playoff contest for the first time since Game 1 of the 1991 Division Semifinals. The Canadiens achieved the feat during a final-four round for the first time in more than 67 years and fourth time in franchise history (also Game 5 of 1959 SF, Game 1 of 1958 SF & Game 5 of 1954 SF).

LOOKING AHEAD TO THE DRAFT: SAN JOSE HOLDS ANOTHER HIGH PICK

The Sharks won the second drawing of the NHL Draft Lottery, moving up from ninth position to the second overall pick – their third consecutive draft with a top two selection after Macklin Celebrini (No. 1 in 2024) and Michael Misa (No. 2 in 2025). San Jose could become the fifth franchise in NHL history to make a top two overall selection in three straight years following the Penguins (4 from 2003 to 2006), Thrashers (4 from 1999 to 2002), Oilers (3 from 2010 to 2012) and Nordiques (3 from 1989 to 1991).

* The 2026 Upper Deck NHL Draft will take place at KeyBank Center in Buffalo from Friday, June 26 (Round 1: 7 p.m. ET on ESPN, ESPN+, SN, TVAS) to Saturday, June 27 (Rounds 2-7: 11 a.m. ET on NHLN, ESPN+, SN).

* CLICK HERE for #NHLStats Pack: Looking Ahead to the 2026 Upper Deck NHL Draft

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Landeskog, Avalanche aim to even series against Eichel, Golden Knights

Gabriel Landeskog and the Avalanche aim to even their Western Conference Final series against Jack Eichel and the Golden Knights before it shifts to T-Mobile Arena for Game 3 on Sunday. Landeskog logged a goal in the series opener before Eichel assisted on an empty-netter to quell Colorado’s comeback attempt.

 Landeskog underwent multiple knee surgeries after captaining the 2022 Avalanche to the Stanley Cup and made his triumphant return to Colorado’s lineup for the first time in more than 1,000 days during Game 3 of the 2025 First Round. Landeskog was a regular for the Avalanche during their Presidents’ Trophy-winning season and can become the NHL’s second European to captain multiple Cup-winning teams, following Aleksander Barkov (2025 & 2024 FLA).

* Eichel, Noah Hanifin, Brock Nelson and Jaccob Slavin are the four players still competing in the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs that won a gold medal with Team USA at the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026. The only American to win the Stanley Cup and Olympic gold in the same season is Ken Morrow, who completed the feat with the 1980 Islanders after playing for the “Miracle on Ice” team alongside Nelson’s uncle, Dave Christian.

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#NHLPeachy @NHL Episode Two of "Quest for the Stanley Cup" Premieres on the NHL's YouTube Channel

Watch Episode Two Here

Episode two of Quest for the Stanley Cup, the critically-acclaimed behind-the-scenes series chronicling the Stanley Cup Playoffs, is now available to watch here on the NHL’s YouTube channel.

The second installment of this season’s series takes viewers inside the highs and lows of the dramatic Second Round series between the Buffalo Sabres and Montreal Canadiens. Enthralling game action footage is paired with insights from Sabres players including Bowen Byram, Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen, Alex Lyon and Tage Thompson as they reflect on the wins and losses. Peyton Krebs works on his faceoff drills and coach Lindy Ruff takes another star turn galvanizing his team through a challenging series.

Fans can relive Buffalo’s epic 8-3 win over Montreal at the Bell Centre in Game 6. The episode captures the exhilaration and anxiety heading into Game 7 in the electric atmosphere of the KeyBank Center. Fans get a front row view to the fierce competition with Canadiens captain Nick Suzuki mic’d up as the Habs take the early lead. The crowd hits a fever pitch when Sabres captain Rasmus Dahlin ties the game to send it to overtime. With Alex Newhook’s heroic overtime winner, cameras turn to the celebration in Montreal’s locker room as their quest for the ultimate victory continues into the Eastern Conference Final.

The first two episodes of Quest for the Stanley Cup are available on the NHL’s YouTube channel. Episodes in the four-part series drop following each round of the Playoffs and the Stanley Cup Final. Quest For The Stanley Cup first premiered in 2016 to critical acclaim and has earned two Sports Emmy Award nominations. The series is executive produced by Steve Mayer, President, NHL Content and Events.

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#InauguralReview #Spiga on the #UpperEastSide by #DebraFasulo #LouisFasulo #JohannaMarchenaProietti and #MarcoProietti #808LexingtonAvenue between East 62nd and 63rd #Rome #Roman #Italian

Peachy's favorite

Today we are thrilled to announce that Spiga is making history on Whom You Know for the newest location and the third and fourth owners in their history; Peachy Deegan has worked with Spiga for years before either of them!  It's not who you know, it's WHOM YOU KNOW and we knew the original two owners of this storied venue on the Upper West Side when we first met them and they earned high marks on their very first try in 2012, when they were first published on.  (The restaurant itself started in 2005.)  Of course you know by now that Spiga means top of the wheat stalk.  Two years ago, this Spiga which was here first on the Upper West side was featured most recently under current owner the talented Marco Proietti, Rome, Italy native.  The newest, hottest Spiga news is that on December 3, 2025 Spiga opened a second location and the very first ever on the Upper East Side at 808 Lexington Avenue between East 62nd and 63rd and we visited it for the first time.  This location is owned by Debra Fasulo, Louis Fasulo (Calabrian ancestry), Johanna Marchena Proietti and Marco Proietti (Rome).

There are 68 seats and 8 more at the bar and 35% of the menu changes seasonally: four times a year and the menu is central to Roman cuisine (as in the city of Rome, Italy of course) and the menu philosophy extends to encompass Italy as a whole.

As you know we are enthused burrata advocates, and the Burrata e Focaccia is one of the best renditions we've seen anywhere in 2026.  The burrata itself is outstandingly fresh and the basil-pesto is astoundingly delicious.  The housemade focaccia is also joined by whipped ricotta and cherry tomatoes to wonderfully round out the traditional classic on a plate.

Smile with your burrata and the world smiles with you

Boasting a lovely crispy outside, the Filetto di Salmone of the Secondi section says enchante to you as it pleasantly perches upon a luxurious bed of sauteed spinach swimming in fragrant piccata sauce, a perfect harbinger of spring.  It was medium, just as we asked and this fish classic is a nice size as well and you will not be served a tiny sliver of fish the size of your pinkie like you might at lesser places we would never dream of telling you about.  If you are a carnivore, you must give the Polpette Della Nonna your attention under Antipasti.  Thoughtfully crafted in a 70 percent beef and 30 percent pork gorgeous amalgamation, the fab four meatballs struck a pose in intoxicatingly enchanting nonna's tomato sauce with parmigiano reggiano.  This undisputed classic hits the spot.

Frittura Mista exudes crisp notes of seafood to ignite your appetite: deep fried shrimp and calamari party with vegetables zucchini and artichokes with spicy marinara providing terrific accentuation.  If you are looking for a vegetarian option, you ought to know that the Eggplant Parm, formally known as Parmigiana di Melanzane, is an elevated version of this quintessential classic Italian staple.  Also note no pictures are ever edited here: you excel like Louis and Marco or we do not publish.  Both of them were there in person to work with Peachy when she visited, and are joined by their wives Debra and Johanna in ownership of Spiga Upper East Side.

Zesty, zippy Risotto Alla Vodka ai Gamberi lights up your life with a Primi that is a celebration of shrimp dancing up a storm of deliciousness in superlative vodka sauce.  It tastes like the zippiness we hear emanating from the sax of Anthony Ferrara.  Also stunning is this version of Tonnarelli Cacio e Pepe, a classic of pecorino romano and black pepper.

However, there is absolutely no doubt in our mind that the piece de resistance of this entire menu is the firework triumph of Fettucine Funghi e Tartufo, the undisputed winner and leader of pasta in this neighborhood at the moment.  Mixed mushrooms and white truffle oil will put you in a trance the minute you first catch the scent of it and when you breathe it in and taste it you will reach the high heavens of intoxicatingly deliciousness on your palate that few pastas achieve.  You need to not walk but run to Spiga to eat this.

Obviously, everything in life is better with cheese.

Peachy's favorite Secondi this inaugural visit was the springtime favorite of hers: Pollo Milanese.  We really applaud the cherry tomato variance and like that they are halved perfectly perched on arugula and pounded pollo that aims to satisfy!  Note sometimes Irish people are awfully good at Italian cuisine like Executive Chef Owen O'Donoghue is here!  Waitress Adrianna Kaloshi was a delight to work with as well.  We look forward to seeing this baby Spiga develop and we will keep you posted.

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#NHLPeachy @NHL Network to Deliver Live Coverage of 2026 Memorial Cup Beginning May 22

NHL Network to Deliver Live Coverage of 2026 Memorial Cup Beginning May 22

Coverage to Showcase Hockey’s Premiere Junior Championship and the Next Generation of NHL Talent; Tournament Features Host Kelowna Rockets, OHL Champion Kitchener Rangers, WHL Champion Everett Silvertips and QMJHL Champion Chicoutimi Saguenéens

NHL Network™ today announced its live coverage of every game of the 2026 Memorial Cup presented by Kubota, beginning Friday, May 22 at 9 p.m. ET, featuring the OHL Champion Kitchener Rangers facing the host, Kelowna Rockets.

NHL Network’s 2026 Memorial Cup coverage will feature live game telecasts throughout the tournament, culminating with the championship game on Sunday, May 31 at 7 p.m. ET. The annual tournament will unite the champions of the Ontario Hockey League (OHL), Western Hockey League (WHL) and Quebec Maritimes Junior Hockey League (QMJHL), along with host Kelowna, to compete for one of hockey’s most highly regarded trophies.

This year’s Memorial Cup field will showcase many of the top young players in hockey, including 32 NHL-affiliated prospects, led by Kitchener with 12, Kelowna with eight, Chicoutimi with seven and Everett with five. Kitchener’s roster includes Tampa Bay Lightning prospect Sam O’Reilly, the 2025-26 OHL MVP and 2026 OHL Playoffs MVP, along with Nashville Predators first-round pick Cameron Reid. Kelowna is led by Utah Mammoth first-round pick Tij Iginla and Los Angeles Kings prospect Vojtech Cihar, the 2026 World Junior Championship MVP. Everett features Detroit Red Wings first-round pick Carter Bear, Seattle Kraken prospect and 2026 WHL Playoffs MVP Julius Miettinen, and Landon DuPont, a top 2027 NHL Draft prospect and potential No. 1 overall pick. Chicoutimi’s roster includes Anaheim Ducks prospect Maxim Massé, the 2025-26 QMJHL MVP.

The tournament will feature notable 2026 NHL Draft-eligible players ranked by NHL Central Scouting including four players ranked among the top 60 North American Skaters: Liam Lefebvre (No. 38), Brek Liske (No. 44), Alexander Bilecki (No. 49) and Matias Vanhanen (No. 54). Harrison Boettiger and Jason Schaubel are ranked No. 10 and No. 36, respectively, among North American goaltenders. The confirmed 2026 Memorial Cup field includes the host Kelowna Rockets, OHL Champion Kitchener Rangers, WHL Champion Everett Silvertips and QMJHL Champion Chicoutimi Saguenéens.

A full schedule of NHL Network’s 2026 Memorial Cup can be seen below:

2026 Memorial Cup Schedule on NHL Network

Date

Matchup

Time

Friday, May 22

Kitchener Rangers vs Kelowna Rockets

9 p.m. ET

Saturday, May 23

Everett Silvertips vs Chicoutimi Saguenéens

9 p.m. ET

Sunday, May 24

Kelowna Rockets vs Chicoutimi Saguenéens

9 p.m. ET

Monday, May 25

Everett Silvertips vs Kitchener Rangers

9 p.m. ET

Tuesday, May 26

Chicoutimi Saguenéens vs. Kitchener Rangers

9 p.m. ET

Wednesday, May 27

Kelowna Rockets vs. Everett Silvertips

9 p.m. ET

Thursday, May 28

Tiebreaker*: TBD vs TBD

9 p.m. ET

Friday, May 29

Semifinal: TBD vs TBD

9 p.m. ET

Sunday, May 31

Final: TBD vs TBD

7 p.m. ET

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#CulinaryCourant #ItalyPeachy TUTTOFOOD 2026: RECORD-BREAKING FAIR WITH +30% ATTENDANCE With its second edition organized by Fiere di Parma, TUTTOFOOD consolidates its position as a dynamic hub for global exchange, further driving exports, revenue, and international business relations

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It's widely known that Peachy eats Italian more than any other cuisine

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– TUTTOFOOD 2026 closed with record-breaking numbers, registering 123,000 attendees over four days, including 27,000 international visitors, representing a 30% increase compared to the 2025 edition. The participation of such a large number of professional operators—including industry, distribution, foodservice, importers, and buyers—demonstrates the fair’s ability, organized for the second year by Fiere di Parma, to convert global demand for high-quality food into commercial relationships, market access, and business development. At the same time, it confirms TUTTOFOOD’s growing role as a key international economic platform for the food & beverage sector.

This successful outcome stems from a strategic partnership between Fiere di Parma and Fiera Milano, with international support from Koelnmesse, organizer of the world’s largest food trade fair, Anuga in Cologne. TUTTOFOOD 2026 edition covered 10 pavilions, totalling 82,000 square meters of fully booked exhibition space (+15%), hosted 5.000 brands (+20%, approximately 30% of which from abroad), and welcomed 4,000 top international buyers.

Antonio Cellie, CEO of Fiere di Parma, said: “The figures and the unanimously positive feedback from exhibitors, buyers, visitors, and regular attendees of historic global food fairs confirm it: we have filled a space that was still unexpectedly open, creating a completely new international event for the agri-food sector. This event fully reflects Italian know-how in trade fair organization, offering a platform for exhibitors from around the world to connect with international markets, within a fully integrated business ecosystem".

“Today, trade fairs are no longer just product showcases” Cellie added “They are business hubs where companies assess international demand, develop markets, build commercial relationships, and turn opportunities into tangible economic results. The growth in attendance shows that companies and operators are seeking physical, qualified spaces to navigate a global market that is increasingly fragmented, selective, and competitive.”

Attendance growth is particularly significant given the current context of geopolitical tensions, tariffs, energy cost pressures, commodity volatility, and the restructuring of global supply chains.

Buyers from the USA, Latin America, Asia, the Gulf, and European countries such as France, recognize the high reputation of Made in Italy, thanks to the undeniable quality of raw materials, authenticity, production reliability, distinctive offerings, and the gastronomic and cultural value it carries. One European buyer highlighted that approximately 70% of their restaurant business revolves around Italian products, demonstrating that Italian cuisine has become a structural element of the international foodservice offering. Key Italian categories such as olive oil, balsamic vinegar, flour, pasta, biscuits, and chocolate are considered irreplaceable in many markets. For operators such as Cencosud (Latin America) and City Super Group (Hong Kong), Italy represents the main European sourcing market for food products.

An interesting aspect is that Italian food is perceived not only as classic or traditional but also as innovative, capable of experimenting and creating new culinary recipes, anticipating trends.

In terms of innovation, Ben Costantini from Sesamers, a French company that brought startups from seven countries to the fair, specialized in software platforms, functional beverages, artisan sauces, and processing machinery, said, “TUTTOFOOD is not just a place to sell today’s products; it is where the next generation of food innovators finds their market.”

At the close of TUTTOFOOD, Banco Alimentare Lombardia collected approximately 25 tons of food from over 600 companies that generously donated surplus products, distributing them to more than 1,000 local partner organizations (canteens, reception centers, family homes, etc.), benefiting over 200,000 people in need.

TOP BUYER PERSPECTIVE

SYSCO - With annual revenue of approximately USD 81–84 billion, 75,000 employees, a market cap of around USD 35 billion, over 730,000 customers, and more than 330 distribution centers worldwide, Sysco is the largest foodservice distributor in the USA, focusing on restaurants, hotels, hospitals, schools, and catering. It attends TUTTOFOOD for its international reach, critical for establishing direct relationships with producers and buyers. Rising prices in the USA do not curb demand for quality products. Tariffs and duties are considered secondary to supply chain security. Sustainability and traceability are increasingly central in response to growing concerns about global food supply. This evolving demand also drives growth for Italian food in the USA, leading Sysco to appoint Italian product specialists across its group companies. American consumers recognize and seek authentic Italian products, including premium options, with a broader range than traditional offerings: the market is no longer “ethnic” but mainstream.

CENCOSUD – One of the largest retail groups in Latin America, based in Santiago, Chile, with 50 years of history, operating in supermarkets, hypermarkets, shopping centers, DIY/home improvement, department stores, and financial services across Chile, Argentina, Brazil, Peru, Colombia, and the USA. Employing 100,000 people, with 1,500 stores, revenues of USD 17 billion, and EBITDA of about USD 1.5 billion.

They attend TUTTOFOOD to create international assortments for South American shelves. They bring back from the event “a piece of every European country”, with a strong focus on innovation. The stated objective is to be the first to bring to South America the innovations showcased in the fair’s Innovation areas, as Latin American consumers are described as increasingly curious, open to experimentation, and interested in recipes that combine ingredients from multiple countries. Italy confirms its role as a strategic European reference for food export, while sourcing from Germany, Portugal, France, the UK, Spain, as well as Thailand, Korea, and Australia, grows. Peru is the most dynamic Latin American market, while Argentina saw an exceptional +100% increase in European product imports in the past 12 months. Key message: despite slowing consumption, European—particularly Italian—food continues to be perceived as synonymous with quality, innovation, and distinctiveness.

SPINNEYS – A premium supermarket chain operating mainly in the United Arab Emirates, Oman, and Saudi Arabia, one of the leading high-end retailers in the Gulf, with a focus on quality, international assortments, and premium products. In 2025, it recorded revenues of around USD 1 billion, with a +13% year-on-year growth, serving over 100 million customers annually. Spinneys attends TUTTOFOOD to strengthen partnerships with producers—especially Italian—and further expand its premium offerings for the Gulf markets.

The buyer, attending TUTTOFOOD for the fourth time, describes the fair as “strategic and highly positive for business development.” Italy is recognized as a privileged partner for private label products (which show strong growth, up to +40% YoY) due to the recognized quality of Made in Italy and simpler logistics compared to other sourcing markets. The goal is to identify new business opportunities, expand existing ranges, and select new premium and artisanal producers for inclusion in assortments. The most dynamic categories include olive oil, preserved foods, legumes, flour, premium tuna, anchovies, organic products, and high-value Italian specialties. Spinneys is particularly interested in premium antipasti, olives, and pasta, which are increasingly relevant for Gulf high-end consumers, as well as organic and health-focused products. According to the buyer, organic products are one of the market’s strongest trends and could even double in value in the near future due to growing consumer attention to health, quality, and natural ingredients.

PROMOCASH, The Carrefour Group’s cash & carry unit, specialized in supplying professional foodservice operators. Approximately 95% of its business is tied to restaurants, and within this share, about 70% involves Italian products.

Promocash attends TUTTOFOOD to consolidate relationships with existing suppliers and identify new products and producers for its shelves, taking the opportunity to test and select new lines for the French market. Italy is described as an essential reference for French foodservice, especially in categories such as olive oil, rice, pasta, flour, and preserved vegetables. Their declared goal is to “bring authentic Italian style to France,” offering restaurateurs products that are genuine and not yet widely available locally. The fair is considered strategic because it allows buyers to compare numerous producers within the same product categories in one place, facilitating assessments of quality, assortment, and positioning. The exhibition’s completeness is also emphasized, representing almost the entire range of international food. A concrete example: for an Italian flour producer with whom Promocash has collaborated for three years and whose volumes continue to grow, a further +30% increase in purchases is expected in 2026. Compared to other international fairs like SIAL Paris, TUTTOFOOD is perceived as more accessible and functional for buyers, thanks to well-organized spaces for meetings and tastings, and a simple, efficient management of the fair experience.

COUPANG - One of the leading e-commerce players in Asia, often called “the Amazon of Korea,” founded in 2010 and today a leader in the South Korean market thanks to its ultra-fast “Rocket Delivery” logistics system. The group integrates marketplace, proprietary logistics, food delivery, streaming, and fintech, with annual sales exceeding USD 35 billion.

Coupang attends TUTTOFOOD to strengthen sourcing of authentic Italian products for the Korean market, with particular attention to premium lines and signature Made in Italy categories such as olive oil, spaghetti, and balsamic vinegar. Italian food is already very popular in South Korea and continues to grow year by year, especially among urban consumers increasingly focused on quality, authenticity, and international cuisine. Activities at the fair were intense, with about ten business meetings per day between existing suppliers and new companies to be added to the platform. B2B development is central: the goal is not only to understand which products could succeed in the Korean market but also to determine how Coupang can concretely support the companies present at TUTTOFOOD in commercial development and product distribution in Korea. The growth potential for Italian food in the South Korean market is still very high, with Coupang expecting a significant increase in purchase volumes following the fair.

CITY SUPER GROUP – Premium retail group founded in Hong Kong in 1996, specializing in gourmet supermarkets, imported international products, wine & spirits, and lifestyle retail through its main brand City’super. Considered a high-end benchmark for food shopping in Asia, the group operates in Hong Kong, Shanghai, Nanjing, and Taiwan, with a positioning focused on quality, international selection, and premium retail experience.

City Super Group attends TUTTOFOOD to consolidate and expand direct sourcing from Italy, now considered the group’s main supplier. The company imports without intermediaries and regards Made in Italy as a central element of its assortment strategy, particularly for premium categories targeting sophisticated Asian consumers attentive to product authenticity. The fair represents an important opportunity to meet established suppliers in person and discover new brands aligned with Hong Kong and Taiwan market demands. Strong interest is shown in family-run companies and highly specialized productions, seen as synonymous with quality and distinctiveness. Sought-after categories include dried fruit, condiments, extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, chocolate, and premium pistachio cream with high raw material content. Italian food continues to be perceived as a qualitative benchmark in the Asian gourmet segment, with City Super Group expecting at least a +10% increase in imported volumes from Italy following the fair. After attending numerous international events, TUTTOFOOD is described as the best for both the quality and quantity of exhibitors, as well as for the organization of business meeting spaces, judged spacious, clear, and efficient.

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#NHLPeachy @NHL Morning Skate: Stanley Cup Playoffs Edition – May 21, 2026

* Brett Howden, Mitch Marner and Pavel Dorofeyev picked up where they left off in the Second Round, with the former becoming just the sixth player in Stanley Cup Playoffs history to post a six-game road goal streak as the Golden Knights fended off an Avalanche comeback attempt to take a 1-0 series lead.

* The NHL was named Sports League of the Year at the annual Sports Business Journal Awards last night after a standout year defined by major achievements, milestones and marquee events.

* The Eastern Conference Final between Carolina and Montreal gets underway tonight, with the Hurricanes aiming to extend their playoff-opening winning streak to nine games and the Canadiens looking to deal them their first loss of the postseason.

League leaders vault Vegas to victory in Western Conference Final opener

Pavel Dorofeyev and Mitch Marner connected on the 2-0 tally before Brett Howden extended his road goal streak to a franchise-record six games as the Golden Knights quelled a second straight three-goal comeback attempt by the Presidents’ Trophy winners to take a 1-0 lead in their Western Conference Final series.

* Dorofeyev delivered his NHL-best 10th goal this postseason. He became the fifth player in franchise history with a double-digit total in a playoff year after Jonathan Marchessault (13), William Karlsson (11), Mark Stone (11) and Chandler Stephenson (10), who all achieved the feat en route to winning the Stanley Cup in 2023.

* Marner leads the League with 19 points this postseason including a franchise-record 14 on the road. Marner’s 81 career playoff points marked the sixth most by an NHL player before his first Conference Finals/Semifinals game behind Brett Hull (127; 1999 CF), Alex Ovechkin (105; 2018 CF), Dale Hawerchuk (98; 1997 CF), Nicklas Backstrom (88; 2018 CF) and Nathan MacKinnon (82; 2022 CF).

* Howden had his seventh road goal of these playoffs to pass Marner (6) for the League lead. Howden also surpassed Marner and Karlsson (6 in 2023) for the second highest single-postseason total in franchise history behind Marchessault (9 in 2023).

WESTERN CONFERENCE FINAL OPENER FEATURED ANOTHER ELECTRIC ATMOSPHERE

A sold-out crowd of 18,109 was on hand at Ball Arena as the venue hosted its first Western Conference Final game since 2022. More highlights included a highlight-reel assist by Nathan MacKinnon; appearances by Denver Broncos players Mike McGlinchey, Will Lutz and Jarrett Stidham as well as Empyrean fantasy book series author Rebecca Yarros; Avalanche mascot Bernie going airborne during a first-period stoppage; plus fans continuing several traditions like welcoming the team for the third period with The Who’s "Baba O'Riley" followed by a sing-along to Blink-182's "All the Small Things."

NHL NAMED LEAGUE OF THE YEAR AT SPORTS BUSINESS JOURNAL AWARDS

The NHL was named Sports League of the Year at the annual Sports Business Journal Awards on Wednesday, a year highlighted by competitive balance, dramatic comebacks, significant milestones, record ratings and attendance numbers, a pair of thrilling outdoor games in Florida and the NHL’s return to the Winter Olympics. Click here to read more about the honor.

DRAFT DÉJÀ VU A DECADE LATER FOR THE MAPLE LEAFS

The 2026 Upper Deck NHL Draft will take place at KeyBank Center in Buffalo from Friday, June 26 (Round 1: 7 p.m. ET on ESPN, ESPN+, SN, TVAS) to Saturday, June 27 (Rounds 2-7: 11 a.m. ET on NHLN, ESPN+, SN). When the NHL Draft was last held in Buffalo a decade ago, the Maple Leafs retained the No. 1 pick through the NHL Draft Lottery and took to the podium looking for a new face of the franchise – selecting Auston Matthews first overall in 2016.

* Toronto enters this year’s draft again holding the No. 1 pick after missing the playoffs for the first time during Matthews’ tenure, with two of the top prospects wingers who could potentially flank the captain in the coming years: Penn State left wing Gavin McKenna (No. 1-ranked North American skater) and Frolunda left wing Ivar Stenberg (No. 1-ranked international skater).

* In addition to Matthews, the only other time the Maple Leafs held the first-overall pick was in 1985 when they selected Wendel Clark, who like Matthews captained the team (1991-92 to 1993-94), had three separate stints with the franchise and ranks 10th on the franchise’s all-time regular-season goals list topped by Matthews.

* CLICK HERE for more #NHLStats and storylines ahead of the 2026 Upper Deck NHL Draft

* CLICK HERE for notable team picks at their current draft position (Picks 1-16)

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EASTERN CONFERENCE FINAL BEGINS TONIGHT

The Eastern Conference Final between the Hurricanes and Canadiens gets underway tonight on NHL on TNT, Sportsnet and TVA Sports. Both clubs took different paths to get to this point, but their goaltending and offense have both played a crucial role in getting here.

* Carolina (8-0) has been undefeated through two rounds this postseason, while Montreal (8-6) has triumphed in Game 7 twice so far. The six games-played difference between them is the most among any Conference Finals matchup since 1987, when the best-of-seven format was introduced to all four rounds.

* Jakub Dobes has backstopped the Canadiens in every game this postseason and is one away from his 10th career playoff win (his first came in Game 3 of 2025 R1). Dobes can become the 15th rookie goaltender in NHL history to hit the double-digit mark – four others on that list have also achieved the feat with Montreal: Patrick Roy (15), Steve Penney (15), Ken Dryden (14) and Jacques Plante (14).

* Frederik Andersen has backstopped Carolina in all eight of its wins and can tie Grant Fuhr (9 GP in 1985 w/ EDM) for the longest postseason-opening winning streak in NHL history. He can also become the ninth goaltender in League history with a nine-game run at any point in a postseason. Andersen, who is sporting a .950 save percentage and 1.12 goals against average, can also match the NHL benchmark for most consecutive starts allowing two goals or fewer to begin a postseason, which was established by Clint Benedict with the Montreal Maroons in 1928 (9 GP).

* Logan Stankoven has found the back of the net in the series opener in each of the first two rounds of these playoffs and can become the second player in franchise history to score a goal in three Game 1s in a single postseason, following his coach Rod Brind’Amour (2006 CSF, CF & SCF). Stankoven (7-1—8 in 8 GP) leads the Hurricanes in goals and tops the postseason with a 0.88 goals-per-game average. Among skaters to play at least eight games in a postseason, only two since 2000 had a higher rate: Valeri Nichushkin (1.13 in 2024; 9 in 8 GP) and Leon Draisaitl (1.08 in 2023; 13 in 12 GP).

* Lane Hutson (2-12—14 in 14 GP) paces his club in points this postseason, with a large portion coming from factoring on nine of Montreal’s playoff-leading 13 power-play goals. He can become the first defenseman and fourth different player in Canadiens history with at least 10 power-play points in a single playoff year, following Jean Beliveau (12 in 1965), Mats Naslund (11 in 1987 & 10 in 1986) and Jacques Lemaire (10 in 1979). Hutson is also approaching his 20th career playoff point (2-17—19 in 19 GP) and can become the fourth Canadiens player to reach the mark in 20 or fewer games, after forwards Newsy Lalonde (9 GP), Maurice Richard (14 GP) and Elmer Lach (15 GP).

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#NewYorkNotes #Debut Album #EarlySpring by #AnthonyFerrara #AnthonyFerraraSax @BigTonesBand Highly Recommended A Must For All Jazz Enthusiasts

It's not who you know, it's WHOM YOU KNOW and we know Anthony Ferrara! The leading saxophone player of his generation here in Manhattan, Anthony Ferrara marked the start of his recording career with Early Spring, which debuted September 15, 2021.  It's too bad we didn't know him back when New York emerged from covid because this music is the uplifting catalyst we all need.  We firmly believe in starting at the beginning, and we hadn't yet heard of Anthony and The Big Tones Band at that point when Early Spring launched.  Not only is Anthony an excellent sax player but also he is a fabulous composer.  Early Spring includes the most of his originals totaling 10 compositions. Only 'Emily' was written by Johnny Mandel. 

The album is ignited with its title track: Early Spring, aptly named.  Early Spring, the song itself, is a fabulous zippy melodic bing bang boom with finesse.  Once you hear it it will be obvious to you why it's track number one.  Its starting mood segues into a lighter tone and picks up again with intelligent crescendos and decrescendos.  Allow us to reemphasize that Anthony is the composer.  The title track is followed up by Wind-Up Blues and Belle Daze which add style and versatility; if you are looking for music in your store or restaurant, this album performs.  Early Spring as an album boasts significant talent yet is not imposing or annoying in any way.  Remember, our policy is to only publish when we like something and Peachy is so picky about music she will leave a store or restaurant physically if her ears are offended. 

Mind Stutter could be the soundtrack to your day, it could be part of a movie score. It makes your grocery shopping seem elevated! Sitting In Karma reminds us that not all karma is dark some is bright and light and reflective of excellence. Touching Veil is marked by a great gliding tempo and Peachy herself envisioned a snowball fight, which undoubtedly you might dream of on a day like today when everyone is melting in the concrete jungle. Emily is by Johnny Mandel and we found it reflective; it is a lovely addition that flawlessly blends in with Anthony's compositions and The Big Tones Band performs it so well.  Flight Warning: Are women meant to be tamed, Anthony? Nearly as good as the music is the commentary inside the cd jacket that explains inspiration and origins of each song. If you were a child in the 80's who wanted their MTV, you know lyrics were tough to decipher never mind knowing what the artist was thinking in writing the song so this insight adds to the entertainment.  Unattended Flame we found to be introspective, while Old York Maze is great for finding your way through the city!  It's reminiscent of a city brisk walk, undoubtedly in Peachy's case to a restaurant probably.  Finally, Slither In Slither Out is a melodic upbeat classy closing.

Highly Recommended by Whom You Know, Early Spring is a fantastic building block that sets the stage for an excellent career.

Stay tuned, New York Notes readers!

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About Early Spring:

New Releases September 2021

Release date: September 15 – shipping September 6

SCCD 31920 Anthony Ferrara “Early Spring”

Another SteepleChase debut album this month is by a New York-based young and upcoming tenor saxophonist Anthony Ferrara. Ferrara while still studying at NYU in Steinhard’s Jazz Studies Program participated in the veteran bassist and his teacher Ron McClure’s highly acclaimed 2019 recording session (SCCD 31877 Lucky Sunday). He was invited to record his own album for SteepleChase and the recording session was scheduled April 14, 2020. Then the pandemic hit NY and the world. The session materialized finally November 21. Ferrara used the pandemic downtime to prepare this outstanding first leader release.

McClure noted on the album’s linernotes, “Anthony Ferrara’s music speaks for itself. Early Spring is a testimony to his deep respect for and knowledge of his predecessors on the tenor saxophone as well as the maturity and confidence this body of work defines at age 23.”.

ANTHONY FERRARA tenor saxophone 

GARY VERSACE piano

JAY ANDERSON bass

BILLY DRUMMOND drums

Recorded November 2020

• 1 EARLY SPRING 6:17

• 2 WIND-UP BLUES 4:37

• 3 BELLE DAZE 5:10

• 4 MIND STUTTER 5:44

• 5 SITTING IN KARMA 6:48

• 6 TOUCHING VEIL 5:55

• 7 EMILY 10:07

• 8 FLIGHT WARNING 7:15

• 9 UNATTENDED FLAME 8:37

• 10 OLD YORK MAZE 6:49

• 11 SLITHER IN SLITHER OUT 7:03

Total Playing Time 74:56

Track 7 composed by Johnny Mandel

All other compositions by Anthony Ferrara, published by SteepleChase Music (KODA)

Listen to Track 1 here:

http://steeplechase.dk/sample/716043192021_01_001_SAMPLE.mp3

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#NewYorkNotes #SmallScreenScenes @rodstewart The celebration of Sir Rod Stewart continues!

After last night’s incredible premiere of “FOREVER YOUNG: A GRAMMY® SALUTE TO ROD STEWART LIVE,” it’s clear that Sir Rod Stewart’s music remains as timeless as ever.  Peachy Deegan LOVES Rod Stewart and he one of the best live acts she has seen in her life.  If you didn't catch the broadcast on CBS, you can still watch the entire two-hour special on-demand right now via Paramount+ to see the performances and intimate interviews everyone is talking about.

The tribute was a beautiful journey through a legendary career, and we want to help you keep that momentum going. We’ve made it easy to keep the music playing by putting the show's highlights right at your fingertips.

You can now stream the official

Forever Young: A Grammy Salute Playlist.

You can add a piece of history to your shelves with Rod Stewart's career-spanning compilation. Explore the array of formats, full tracklists & order Ultimate Hits here.

And in case you missed it, you can also check out the brand new "It Takes Two (with Tina Turner)" music video that premiered yesterday too.

Turn up the volume and enjoy the music of a true icon!

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#CulturedPeachy #NewYorkNotes @GrammyMuseum Selects Students And Announces WILLOW, Carly Pearce, Frankie Grande, Max McNown, Poo Bear, Richard Marx, And Sofia Reyes As Guest Artists For Grammy Camp

PROGRAMS WILL BE IN NASHVILLE, MIAMI, LOS ANGELES, AND NEW YORK

 The Grammy Museum® announced today that 208 talented high school students from 163 U.S. cities across 35 states have been selected as participants in the newly expanded Grammy Camp® held this summer in Nashville, Miami and New York, in addition to its flagship Los Angeles program. Carly Pearce and Max McNown will be this year’s guest artists in Nashville; Poo Bear and Richard Marx will be this year's guest artists in Miami; WILLOW and Sofia Reyes will be this year's guest artists in Los Angeles; and Frankie Grande will be this year’s guest artist in New York. Guest artists will discuss their career paths and help students prepare for the music industry. The signature music industry camp for U.S. high school students will take place at the following locations: Mike Curb College of Entertainment & Music Business, Nashville, TN – May 31 – June 6, 2026

Art House Studios, Miami, FL – June 23–27, 2026

Westlake Recording Studios, Los Angeles, CA – July 12–18, 2026

Artist House Studios, New York, NY – Aug. 2–8, 2026 “The most important bridge between a dream and reality is simply an open door. For more than two decades, Grammy Camp has opened that door for high school students, offering access, mentorship and real-world experience that transforms potential into possibility,” said Michael Sticka, President and CEO of the Grammy Museum. “We’re thrilled to continue the expansion of our mission, welcoming the next generation of industry leaders to our Grammy Camps in Los Angeles, Miami, New York, and Nashville.”

This Grammy Museum Education program is made possible thanks in part to support from the Chuck Lorre Family Foundation. Additional scholarship and program support is provided by BeatHeadz, CenterStaging, Crucial Music Corporation, Ella Fitzgerald Charitable Foundation, Jelly Roll, Kathryn L. McLaughlin, Lady Trumpet Inc. (Syreeta Thompson), Lui and Wan Foundation, Modern Songbook Society (Nicole Zuraitis), Pacific Bridge Arts Foundation, Sheth Family Foundation, Splice, The Alexander David Burnstein Memorial Fund for Musical Performance, The Cindy Charles Scholarship, and The Recording Academy®.

Now in its 22nd year, Grammy Camp focuses on all aspects of commercial music and features various career tracks in all four locations: Music Business; Instrumental Performance; Music Production; and Songwriting and Vocal Performance. Each location will incorporate a curriculum tailored to its unique musical heritage, offering specialized tracks such as Musical Theater and Instrumental Performance surrounding Jazz Music. In Los Angeles, students will learn in a cohort-based model where every subject area is integrated. Students will collaborate across all track disciplines as a team, learning through the lens of artistry, entrepreneurship and a DIY mindset. Faculty are Grammy-winning and -nominated professionals, Recording Academy members, industry experts, and notable guest artists, offering participants an exclusive glimpse into real-world music career pathways.

Applications for Grammy Camp 2027 will be available online in July at www.grammycamp.com.

2026 Nashville Grammy Camp Selectees and Tracks (In Alpha Order by First Name)

Aadhavi Natarajan

Plymouth, MN

Vocal Performance

Aaron James Tam Stockwell

Las Vegas, NV

Instrumental Performance - Keys

Abigail Goldberg

Plano, TX

Music Business

Abinav Prabhu

Cedar Park, TX

Songwriting

Alejandra Alvarez

San Antonio, TX

Music Business

Ariah McEwen

Nashville, TN

Vocal Performance

Audrey Nixon

Columbia Station, OH

Music Business

Ava Capeling

Franklin, TN

Vocal Performance

Ayla Karyemez

Superior, CO

Music Business

Briley Steffes

Downers Grove, IL

Music Production

Carter Schultz

Hendersonville, TN

Music Production

Cassidy Karkowski

Half Moon Bay, CA

Vocal Performance

Cassius Steele

Honolulu, HI

Music Production

Charlie George

Nashville, TN

Vocal Performance

Chase Hunter

Hinsdale, IL

Instrumental Performance - Drums

Chloee Hunt

Leonard, TX

Songwriting

Connor Schuhr

Milton, GA

Music Business

Duncan Ramsey

Dallas, TX

Instrumental Performance - Guitar

Dylan Brennan

Knoxville, TN

Music Business

Elena Styrczula

Chicago, IL

Songwriting

Eva Vandenbroucke

Brentwood, MO

Songwriting

Grace Savannah

Dripping Springs, TX

Songwriting

Graham Burks

Memphis, TN

Instrumental Performance - Bass

Harper Calfee

High Point, NC

Vocal Performance

Hunter Thompson

Fulshear, TX

Instrumental Performance - Guitar

Ian Carey

McDonough, GA

Music Business

Isla Steelman

Edmond, OK

Songwriting

Jaden Providence

Christiansted, VA

Music Production

Jett Thompson

Shawnee, OK

Instrumental Performance - Guitar

Jocelyn Cole Eischeid

Clive, IA

Songwriting

Joshua Hood

Collierville, TN

Instrumental Performance - Guitar

Kingston Kharif

Nashville, TN

Songwriting

Landon Crosby

Overland Park, KS

Music Production

Lily Saxton

Monroe, GA

Music Production

Luke Moody

San Augustine, TX

Vocal Performance

Lydia Lau

San Jose, CA

Music Business

Mackenzie Zennedjian

Temecula, CA

Music Production

Mallory Kestner

Fishers, IN

Music Business

Mallory Van Gansbeke

Louisville, KY

Music Production

Mateo Simpson

Collierville, TN

Music Production

Maxwell Vegliando

Newburgh, NY

Music Production

Miette Hundal-Simpson

Auburn, CA

Instrumental Performance - Drums

Molly Lynn Preib

Hendersonville, TN

Music Business

Natalie Roper

Collierville, TN

Vocal Performance

Paige Corless

Collierville, TN

Instrumental Performance - Keys

Penelope Schomer

Charlottesville, VA

Songwriting

Quinn Nelson

Suwanee, GA

Songwriting

Rainn Sherwood

Granbury, TX

Songwriting

Riann Hilton

Neptune Beach, FL

Songwriting

Sasha Caplan

New Canaan, CT

Music Production

Sean Clark

Rogers, AR

Vocal Performance

Sophie Perzi

Malvern, PA

Music Business

Trentin Walker

Atlanta, GA

Music Production

Valentina Bella Gonzalez

Brentwood, TN

Vocal Performance

Willis Wright, Jr.

Fairview Heights, IL

Instrumental Performance - Bass

2026 Miami Grammy Camp Selectees and Tracks (In Alpha Order by First Name)

Alejandro Garza

Provo, UT

Music Production

Alexander Reyes

Southlake, TX

Music Production

Andrea Guerrero

Fort Worth, TX

Music Business

Ava Williams

Winnabow, NC

Music Business

Benjamin Velez Ralph

San Juan, PR

Music Business

Caroline Franklin

Pittsburgh, PA

Music Business

Cullen Fristoe

Woodbridge, VA

Singer / Songwriter

Danny Ryan

Palos Verdes Estates, CA

Music Production

Dawsom Costales Escobar

Miami, FL

Music Production

Denissa Rosario

Jersey City, NJ

Music Production

Dylan Thelian

Hempstead, NY

Music Production

Emilia Voss

Rye, NY

Singer / Songwriter

Exa Zavoico

Fort Myers, FL

Music Business

Giordano Tirapelli-Jamail

Houston, TX

Music Production

Harper Shook

Asheville, NC

Music Business

Jade Tolliver

Coral Gables, FL

Singer / Songwriter

Jared Palker

Short Hills, NJ

Music Business

Joaquin Martinez

Rancho Viejo, TX

Music Production

Kareena Anjali Agarwal

Woodside, CA

Singer / Songwriter

Lila Kuznetsova

Hillsborough, CA

Music Business

Lyla Rufeh

Key Biscayne, FL

Music Business

Madeline Tobe

Louisville, KY

Music Business

Maisy Morowitz

Kensington, MD

Music Business

Marlena Schafer

Redmond, WA

Singer / Songwriter

Mia Ji

Arcadia, CA

Music Business

Miranda Quesada

Miami, FL

Music Business

Monica Garcia

San Juan, PR

Music Business

Noah Jimenez

Coral Gables, FL

Music Business

Olivia Schiller

Fort Myers, FL

Singer / Songwriter

Remi Lipset

Basking Ridge, NJ

Music Business

Richard Fusco

Bentonville, AR

Music Production

Rook Khandelwal

Austin, TX

Music Production

Sophia Sheth

Burr Ridge, IL

Singer / Songwriter

Sriram Upadhyayula

San Jose, CA

Singer / Songwriter

Willa Ramsey

Bend, OR

Singer / Songwriter

Yael Motamed

Coppell, TX

Music Business

Zachary Kopelman

Plantation, FL

Singer / Songwriter

2026 Los Angeles Grammy Camp Selectees and Tracks (In Alpha Order by First Name)

Andrew Carlson

Solana Beach, CA

Cohort

Andrew Tran

Round Rock, TX

Cohort

Anjali Haaf

San Diego, CA

Cohort

Asha Dreher

Berkeley, CA

Cohort

Ava Valianti

Newbury, MA

Cohort

Ayoade Oladimejij

Greenbelt, MD

Cohort

Basel Hall

Los Angeles, CA

Cohort

Baxter Zrob

San Francisco, CA

Cohort

Bellalina Young

Las Vegas, NV

Cohort

Brandon Pham

Foothill Ranch, CA

Cohort

Cabell Williams

Fredericksburg, VA

Cohort

Calibrooke Myers

Burbank, CA

Cohort

Campbell Carey

South Pasadena, CA

Cohort

Carolina Chase Butler

Pasadena, CA

Cohort

Charlotte Milstein

La Jolla, CA

Cohort

Chase Gardenhire

Carlsbad, CA

Cohort

Christopher Wilson

West Hills, CA

Cohort

Devanjana Rajesh

Irvine, CA

Cohort

Deven Dhanidina

Irvine, CA

Cohort

Edie Yvonne

Laguna Hills, CA

Cohort

Ella Wu

Laguna Hills, CA

Cohort

Emma Berg

Hillsborough, CA

Cohort

Emma Nevell

Santa Ana, CA

Cohort

Emmy Gerth

Washington, IL

Cohort

Erik Holterman

Hillsborough, CA

Cohort

Genevieve Bracher

Rutherford, CA

Cohort

Grady Prance

Peachtree City, GA

Cohort

Haley Le

Los Angeles, CA

Cohort

Hudson Brandt

Foster City, CA

Cohort

Hudson Toney

Mission Viejo, CA

Cohort

Ian Chenne

Bellevue, WA

Cohort

Izzy Burris

Carlsbad, CA

Cohort

Jenner Yaep

North Tustin, CA

Cohort

Jillian Ritter

Swansea, IL

Cohort

Joseph Bradic

Los Angeles, CA

Cohort

Julia Castro

Los Angeles, CA

Cohort

Kamaiya Whitaker

Compton, CA

Cohort

Knox Yoon

Encino, CA

Cohort

Leia Perez

Houston, TX

Cohort

Leon Schiefele

St. Pete, FL

Cohort

Londyn Knight

Carson, CA

Cohort

Lucas Noe

Venice, CA

Cohort

Lucie Johnson

Burbank, CA

Cohort

Lucy Rowley

Phoenix, AZ

Cohort

Maira Srivastava

Palo Alto, CA

Cohort

Mansen Li

Interlochen, MI

Cohort

Maxwell Stein

Chicago, IL

Cohort

Mia McEwen

Miami, FL

Cohort

Noam Ben-Efraim

San Diego, CA

Cohort

Oscar Ellsworth

Los Angeles, CA

Cohort

Parker Beck

Studio City, CA

Cohort

Parker Winzenried

Los Angeles, CA

Cohort

Petra Betti

San Anselmo, CA

Cohort

Phoenix Ferrari

Los Angeles, CA

Cohort

Raquel Reyes

Sherman Oaks, CA

Cohort

Ray Lally

West Hills, CA

Cohort

Rayan Karoui

Phoenix, AZ

Cohort

Rylie Tyson

Houston, TX

Cohort

Sawyer Mitchell

San Marcos, CA

Cohort

Seven McIntosh

Los Angeles, CA

Cohort

Sienna Kay

Fair Haven, NJ

Cohort

Sol Vega Storace

Woodland Hills, CA

Cohort

Sophie Seaver

New Canaan, CT

Cohort

Sparkle Shabazz

Woodland Hills, CA

Cohort

Takahiro Yoshida

Kirkland, WA

Cohort

Trisha Jha

Cerritos, CA

Cohort

Tvisha Garodia

Castro Valley, CA

Cohort

Veronica Horosz

Kentfield, CA

Cohort

William Dearborn

La Canada, CA

Cohort

Yoyoka Soma

South El Monte, CA

Cohort

2026 New York Grammy Camp Selectees and Tracks (In Alpha Order by First Name)

Aarohan Verma

South Windsor, CT

Instrumental Performance - Vibraphone (Jazz)

Abraham Carter Grosz

New York City, NY

Music Production

Alaina Flores

Visalia, CA

Singer / Songwriter

Amelie Thai-Garcia

Northbrook, IL

Musical Theater

Annabel Barra

Woodcliff Lake, NJ

Singer / Songwriter

AnnaBella Charlize Vergel

Basking Ridge, NJ

Musical Theater

Antonio Watson

Union, NJ

Music Business

Arin Motwani

Miami, FL

Singer/ Songwriter

Ava Burton

Manhasset, NY

Musical Theater

Blythe Gannon

Dallas, TX

Music Business

Brady Blincoe

Toluca Lake, CA

Music Production

Brendan Gieseke

Forest Hills, NY

Music Business

Caleb Feinberg

Cresskill, NJ

Music Business

Cooper Poulos

Agoura Hills, CA

Instrumental Performance - Keys

Dallas Banks

New City, NY

Music Business

Eleanor Krieger

Westlake, TX

Music Business

Enrique Arango

Stamford, CT

Instrumental Performance - Saxophone (Jazz)

Esh Schaden

Ann Arbor, MI

Singer / Songwriter

Gael Chica

Elizabeth, NJ

Instrumental Performance - Guitar

Giulia Torquato Bundy

Easton, PA

Music Business

Griffin Langsdale

Arlington, VA

Music Production

Henry James Cunningham

Atlanta, GA

Singer / Songwriter

Izzy Cale

Lafayette, CA

Singer / Songwriter

Jasper Batty

Bethesda, MD

Instrumental Performance - Keyboard (Jazz)

Kayla Negron

Tampa, FL

Musical Theater

Keshav Puri

Santa Monica, CA

Instrumental Performance - Drums (Jazz)

Khari Garris

New York, NY

Music Production

Kyla Lemieux

Portland, OR

Music Business

Laila Trinidad

Miami, FL

Musical Theater

Lauren Westfall

Plandome, NY

Music Business

Madelyn Buksbazen

New York, NY

Singer / Songwriter

Maisie Rehkemper

Towson, MD

Music Production

Malcolm Mulpagano

Philadelphia, PA

Instrumental Performance - Drums

Maria Wenyu Wang

Newport Beach, CA

Musical Theater

Maylin Lara

Plainsboro, NJ

Music Business

Quinn Gray

Wendell, NC

Musical Theater

Reese Cook

Portland, OR

Singer / Songwriter

Ronald Carrasquillo II

Havre de Grace, MD

Music Production

Russell Lindeman

Memphis, TN

Musical Theater

Ryan Mercurio

Collingswood, NJ

Music Production

Sabrina Daly

Dallas, TX

Singer / Songwriter

Shivali Durbhakula

Potomac, MD

Singer / Songwriter

Silvia Muyres

Cedarburg, WI

Music Business

Wyatt Santiago

Englewood, NJ

Music Production

Zakai Henderson

New Haven, CT

Instrumental Performance – Bass (Jazz)

Zoie Johnson

Simpsonville, SC

Musical Theater

ABOUT THE GRAMMY MUSEUM

The Grammy Museum, currently celebrating its 15th anniversary, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to celebrating and exploring music from yesterday and today to inspire the music of tomorrow through exhibits, education, grants, preservation initiatives, and public programming. Paying tribute to our collective musical heritage, the Museum values and celebrates the dynamic connection in people’s diverse backgrounds and music’s many genres, telling stories that inspire us, and creative expression that leads change in our industry.

For more information, visit www.Grammymuseum.org, "like" the Grammy Museum on Facebook, and follow @Grammy Museum on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok.

ABOUT MIKE CURB COLLEGE OF ENTERTAINMENT & MUSIC BUSINESS

The Mike Curb College of Entertainment & Music Business at Belmont University strives to combine academic excellence with real-world application in the entertainment and music industries. Founded in 1973 as a music business program, Belmont has expanded its offerings to encompass all aspects of the entertainment industry. In 1995, the Mike Curb School of Music Business was established thanks to a generous gift from Mike Curb. In 2003, it evolved into the Mike Curb College of Entertainment & Music Business and today offers 11 undergraduate and three graduate programs of study. As a world leader in music business and entertainment industry education, the College offers a comprehensive curriculum that spans all aspects of media and entertainment including music, sport, film, publishing and more.

ABOUT 34 MUSIC SQUARE EAST

A leader in entertainment education for more than 50 years, Belmont University's Mike Curb College of Entertainment & Music Business calls Music Row home at 34 Music Square East, the site of Columbia Studio A and the legendary Quonset Hut, two of the most storied recording spaces in music history. The facility has provided the sonic landscape for generations of iconic artists, including Bob Dylan, Buddy Holly, Loretta Lynn, Johnny Cash, Patsy Cline and Brenda Lee. Renovated and expanded in 2025, the now 37,000 square foot space now features songwriting rooms, listening spaces, live sound classrooms and student lounges, where the next generation of music and entertainment industry leaders' study, create and connect on the same streets where the industry was built.

ABOUT ART HOUSE

Art House , founded by multi-Grammy Award-winning producer and composer Julio Reyes Copello, stands as a beacon for genuine musical artistry, offering a space where creativity thrives, and the transformative power of music is celebrated. Designed as a sanctuary for true artistic expression, Art House ensures that every project is met with unparalleled production and engineering standards, fostering an environment of artistic freedom. Beyond its renowned recording studio, Art House is also home to the Art House Academy, founded by Reyes Copello in September 2021. This trailblazing institution is dedicated to nurturing emerging talent in the music industry. In partnership with the first U.S.-based Abbey Road Institute, the academy offers aspiring producers and engineers immersive, hands-on experience in music production, bridging education with real-world practice. By 2022, the academy had already celebrated remarkable success: 16 graduates—10 from the Abbey Road Institute and 6 from the Art House Academy signed contracts with major record labels and made their public debuts. The program’s influence continues to grow, with several alumni earning Latin Grammy nominations. Most notably, for the second consecutive year, graduates of the Art House Academy have won Latin Grammys in the Best New Artist category, underscoring its profound impact on shaping the future of the global music scene. Art House’s legacy is further cemented by its impressive roster of iconic artists who have recorded there, including Marc Anthony, Will Smith, Alejandro Sanz, Jennifer Lopez, Ricky Martin, Miguel, Nicky Jam, Residente, Gente de Zona, Tamia, Pablo Alborán, and Malú. With its commitment to authenticity and excellence, Art House continues to bridge diverse musical worlds, creating art that resonates deeply with audiences worldwide.

ABOUT WESTLAKE RECORDING STUDIOS

Westlake is a world-renowned, full-service recording facility situated in the heart of Los Angeles, California. Centrally located in West Hollywood, we are an oasis within the active city created to provide our clientele with a professional but relaxed atmosphere in order to enhance creativity. We are a purposeful symmetry of history, culture, state of the art equipment and the most skilled team found in the entertainment industry. Westlake has a varied selection of studios to meet the needs of our clients ranging from smaller, fully capable production rooms to larger studios able to accommodate full tracking or a small choir.

ABOUT ARTIST HOUSE STUDIOS

Artist House, based in New York City, offers a first-of-its-kind hybrid that combines an independent record label, full-service publishing, and artist management along with the largest state-of-the-art recording studio in the U.S. Founded by Grammy-winning songwriter/producer Gregg Wattenberg and music industry veteran Steve Lerner. Artist House provides a holistic, artist-first ecosystem that protects creative vision while empowering careers. With infrastructure, expertise, and a hands-on team, we remove barriers between creation, collaboration, and career growth, so artists can focus on making great music and connecting with their audience.

ABOUT CARLY PEARCE

Fiercely rooted in the classics, the girl who left her Kentucky home and high school at 16 to take a job at Dollywood has grown into a woman who embraces the genre’s forward progression. Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Carly Pearce lit fire with her debut album Every Little Thing and the PLATINUM-certified history-making title track, and she hasn’t slowed down since. Now a Kentucky Music Hall of Fame and Grand Ole Opry member who has performed on the famed stage more than 100 times, Pearce has come a long way from the pain she felt writing her critically acclaimed and commercially lauded third studio album 29 which includes Country Radio chart toppers “Never Wanted To Be That Girl” with Ashley McBryde and 2x PLATINUM-certified “What He Didn’t Do.” Her critically acclaimed 2024 album hummingbird includes PLATINUM-certified lead single “we don’t fight anymore” (featuring Chris Stapleton), which earned Pearce her second Grammy nomination for Best Country Duo/Group Performance and fifth Top 5 Country Radio hit. With her highly anticipated fifth studio album on the way, Pearce continues to resonate with her honest lyrics and timeless musicality. Recent tracks “Dream Come True” and “Church Girl” have been deeply connecting with fans, critics & fellow country stars alike, giving audiences a glimpse of what’s next in this bold new era for Pearce. Most recently, Pearce released an acclaimed duet with Riley Green, “If I Don't Leave I'm Gonna Stay” that lit up across socials with sultry lyrics and a steamy accompanying music video. Fiercely rooted in the classics, the girl who left her Kentucky home and high school at 16 to take a job at Dollywood has grown into a woman who embraces the genre’s forward progression. Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Carly Pearce lit fire with her debut album Every Little Thing and the PLATINUM-certified history-making title track, and she hasn’t slowed down since. Now a Kentucky Music Hall of Fame and Grand Ole Opry member who has performed on the famed stage more than 100 times, Pearce has come a long way from the pain she felt writing her critically acclaimed and commercially lauded third studio album 29 which includes Country Radio chart toppers “Never Wanted To Be That Girl” with Ashley McBryde and 2x PLATINUM-certified “What He Didn’t Do.” Her critically acclaimed 2024 album hummingbird includes PLATINUM-certified lead single “we don’t fight anymore” (featuring Chris Stapleton), which earned Pearce her second Gramm nomination for Best Country Duo/Group Performance and fifth Top 5 Country Radio hit. With her highly anticipated fifth studio album on the way, Pearce continues to resonate with her honest lyrics and timeless musicality. Recent tracks “Dream Come True” and “Church Girl” have been deeply connecting with fans, critics & fellow country stars alike, giving audiences a glimpse of what’s next in this bold new era for Pearce. Most recently, Pearce released an acclaimed duet with Riley Green, “If I Don't Leave I'm Gonna Stay” that lit up across socials with sultry lyrics and a steamy accompanying music video. This spring, Pearce continues building her global audience as she returned to Australia for the CMC Rocks Festival before a headlining performance at London’s legendary Royal Albert Hall on her UK and Ireland “Inside the Dream” tour. For all tour dates and more, visit CarlyPearce.com. For tour dates and more, visit CarlyPearce.com.

ABOUT FRANKIE GRANDE

Frankie Grande is a multi-hyphenate performer, singer, songwriter, actor, Tony-nominated producer, and activist whose work spans music, television, Broadway, and digital media. Known for his vibrant personality, unapologetic authenticity, and deep connection to the LGBTQ+ community, Frankie has built a career rooted in entertainment, advocacy, and self-expression. Most recently, he released his Pride anthem “I Drove All Night” via Casablanca Records while starring in the Tony-nominated hit Titanique. His debut album, Hotel Rock Bottom, marked a major artistic breakthrough, blending dance-pop with deeply personal storytelling, and his upcoming memoir Supergay! further expands his mission of celebrating identity, resilience, and radical self-love.

ABOUT MAX MCNOWN

Oregon-born artist Max McNown’s rise has been meteoric, going from teaching himself guitar in just a few months to busking across Southern California to auditioning for, and ultimately turning down, a major TV talent show, all while building a massive following on TikTok, where he now has 2.6 million followers. Since blazing his own path as a singer-songwriter, the Nashville-based artist’s breakout hit “A Lot More Free” has gone RIAA Certified Platinum in the U.S., amassed over 360M worldwide streams to date, and made its Billboard Hot 100 debut, which launched him to the top of Billboard’s Emerging Artists chart. Featured on his 2023 debut EP and his 2024 full-length Wandering album, it also peaked in the Top 10 at Hot AC Radio, Top 20 at Pop, and Top 30 at Triple A, plus landed at #1 on TikTok’s Breakthrough USA chart, #2 on iTunes Country chart, hit the Spotify Viral 50 Global Playlist, and even got a nod from Kelly Clarkson when she performed the song on her Kellyoke series on The Kelly Clarkson Show. The rising star’s follow-up track, “Better Me For You (Brown Eyes),” which is the lead single from his 2025 sophomore album Night Diving (The Cost of Growing Up) , also went double Platinum in the U.S, and landed McNown his highest charting position on the Billboard Hot 100 (at #26). The song, which amassed 480M+ worldwide streams to date, spent 36 weeks on the Hot 100 chart. It also landed him his first entry onto the Spotify US Top 200 Chart (#120 peak), #6 at Country Radio, Top 30 at Pop, #8 at Hot AC, Top 20 AC, plus #1 on iTunes Country Songs Chart, and Top 5 on iTunes All Genres Chart. A consistent chart-climber across genres, McNown proves to be a true, multi-format artist. Following his TV performances on The TODAY Show (watch here ) and The Kelly Clarkson Show (watch here), and spotlight features as Billboard’s Chartbreaker and an Artist to Watch in 2025 by Amazon Music, Holler, and other publications, McNown continues to receive high praise as one of the “brightest newly minted stars to come out of Nashville” (Grammy.com) and is poised to have a breakout year in 2026.

ABOUT POO BEAR

Five-time Grammy Award-nominated singer, songwriter, producer, and entrepreneur, Jason “Poo Bear” Boyd is a luminary in the world of music, celebrated for his unparalleled ability to craft unforgettable melodies and produce chart-topping hits that transcend language barriers and genres, unifying diverse cultures through the power of sound. With a career spanning decades, Poo Bear has undoubtedly redefined the music industry with his innovative, dynamic, and empowering ability to deliver music through the power of words. With over 700 million records sold, his contributions have earned him a loyal global fanbase, turning his compositions into anthems that resonate with people all over the world. Influenced by Stevie Wonder, Poo Bear co-wrote his first hit for platinum-selling R&B group 112 titled “Anywhere.” This marked the beginning of a prolific catalog of songs written for a multitude of artists including The Rolling Stones, Mariah Carey, Chris Brown, Sinéad O’Connor, Pink, Faith Evans, Ludacris, Jagged Edge, Patti LaBelle, Dr. Dre, Drake, J Balvin, DJ Khaled, and many more. He has also contributed writing credits for acclaimed vocal group Pentatonix. With songs topping charts worldwide, Poo Bear contributed to one of the biggest-selling albums of the millennium, co-writing multiple tracks on Usher’s Confessions, including the hit single “Caught Up.” He has also received dozens of ASCAP Awards for songs like “She Ain’t You” recorded by Chris Brown. In 2013, Poo Bear met Justin Bieber and joined him on his Believe tour, playing a pivotal role in shaping Bieber’s musical evolution. He wrote and co-produced 10 songs on Journals and 16 songs on Purpose, including “Where Are Ü Now” and “What Do You Mean.” The album broke a record previously held by The Beatles, placing 17 songs simultaneously on the Billboard Hot 100. Poo Bear later wrote and produced Bieber’s Changes album in its entirety. Earmarked by global smashes like Dan & Shay’s “10,000 Hours,” Ed Sheeran’s “I Don’t Care,” and the 34-times platinum “Despacito (Remix)” with Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee, his catalog boasts over 100 billion streams and counting. Expanding into television and global platforms, Poo Bear was featured on the Netflix hit The Next Act, where he worked alongside Simon Cowell to help assemble the next major boy band, December 10, bringing his expertise in vocal production, songwriting, and artist development to a global audience. His influence has also reached spiritual and historic stages. Poo Bear wrote and performed the song “We Are the New World” at the Vatican for Pope Leo, delivering a unifying message of global harmony through music. Poo Bear’s contributions to film and television include working with Sean Combs on Making the Band, contributing to The Fast and the Furious soundtrack, and writing theme songs for Roots (History Channel), PBR, and UFC events. His reputation as a consummate professional has led to collaborations with icons such as Bob Dylan, alongside T Bone Burnett on Bear & A Banjo, as well as global artists including David Guetta, Skrillex, and Diplo. Beyond music, his entrepreneurial ventures include HFACTOR Water, Wonderbrett, Liminal Space 3D technology, 100 Thieves, and his Bearthday Music label. He also gives back through annual toy drives for underprivileged children—ensuring his impact extends far beyond entertainment.

ABOUT RICHARD MARX

Richard Marx is a Grammy-winning singer, songwriter, and producer whose career has spanned four decades of chart success and creative reinvention. With over 45 million albums sold, one billion streams, and fourteen No. 1 singles to his name, Marx remains one of the most enduring and versatile talents in modern music. He is the only male artist in history to have his first seven singles reach the Top 5 on the Billboard charts, and one of only two artists—alongside Michael Jackson—to write a #1 song in four different decades. Marx's hits as a performer, including "Right Here Waiting," "Hazard," "Hold On to the Nights," and "Satisfied," have become timeless staples. Behind the scenes, his songwriting and production credits include career-defining tracks for Luther Vandross (the Grammy-winning "Dance with My Father"), Keith Urban, NSYNC, Barbra Streisand, Kenny Rogers, and many others. A bestselling author, Marx released his memoir Stories to Tell in 2020, followed by his critically acclaimed 2023 album "Songwriter," a genre-spanning collection featuring collaborations with both legacy artists and rising stars. In 2024, he headlined a sold-out show at London's Royal Albert Hall and continues to tour internationally. January 2026 brought the release of “After Hours”, a bold new direction for Marx—an album consisting of an even mixture of standards from the Great American Songbook and new original material written in the same vein, recorded entirely live with a twenty-four musician orchestra. The album made an immediate impact on the charts, debuting at #1 on the Australian ARIA Jazz Chart, and Top 20 on the Billboard Jazz Charts (#14 on Traditional Jazz Albums, #18 on Jazz Albums) with Billboard noting that the nearly 40-year chart veteran has previously scaled pop, adult, country, R&B, and rock rankings. Says Marx, "I never seriously considered doing a standards or covers album before because at heart, I am a songwriter, first and foremost. The challenge of writing songs as if I were pitching them to Frank Sinatra in 1948 really appealed to me. Creating these songs was more fun than I could've imagined, and singing them all live in the studio with the whole band, just like Frank and Dean used to do, was the thrill of a lifetime." Marx performed the album's lead single, "Magic Hour," on the 2025 season finale of the Australian Dancing With the Stars and, alongside Hugh Jackman, performed another of the album's songs, "Big Band Boogie," at three shows from Jackman's sold-out Radio City residency. The album’s release was met with a wave of major press coverage including features in the New York Times, Los Angeles Times, USA Today, CNN, and multiple live television appearances. This year, Marx will return for a second season as a judge on The Voice Australia, bringing his expertise to one of the country’s most-watched music competitions. On the road, he will spend the summer supporting Rod Stewart at landmark venues including the Hollywood Bowl and Red Rocks, while headlining his own shows—including the Sydney Opera House and two nights at the London Palladium. Beyond music, Marx is known for his philanthropy and candid, witty presence on social media. He lives in Miami and Los Angeles with his wife, Daisy Fuentes, and is currently developing a slate of TV and digital projects, including the current companion podcast and video series “Stories to Tell”.

ABOUT SOFIA REYES

Sofía Reyes is an award-winning Mexican artist who has received multiple accolades and nominations throughout her career. Among her honors are two Latin American Music Awards nominations, four MTV Europe Music Awards nominations, a Latin GRAMMY nomination for Best New Artist, and several nods from Premios Juventud, among other recognitions. With a powerful digital presence, she has amassed 2.8 million streams on Spotify and more than 2 million views on her YouTube channel. Her hit single “1, 2, 3,” a collaboration with Jason Derulo and De La Ghetto, has surpassed 903 million views on YouTube and 731 million streams on Spotify, cementing it as one of the most successful Latin pop songs of recent years. Sofia has collaborated with global artists such as Rita Ora, Anitta, Sia, David Guetta, Diane Warren, Michael Bublé, James Arthur, Lauv, Alan Walker, among many others. With this artistic evolution, in 2025 Sofía unveiled “IDGAF ERA,” her fourth studio album and the most powerful, personal, and transformative project of her career including songs like: “Guaro con Ron” with Alan Walker, “Uñas Afiladas" with Luisa Sonza and RaiNao, "Saberte Querer" with Leo Rizzi.

As the next step, she will release the deluxe version of her latest album “IDGAF ERA "(postdata)” in March 2026, a new installment that expands the creative universe of this era.

ABOUT WILLOW

Grammy-nominated musician WILLOW has established herself as one of her generation’s most fearless and boundary-pushing artists. Renowned for her powerful vocals, introspective songwriting, and ever-evolving sonic identity, she continues to redefine contemporary music through innovation, authenticity, and intention. From acclaimed live performances including NPR’s Tiny Desk and Saturday Night Live appearances to billions of global streams, WILLOW has cemented herself as a singular creative force with undeniable cultural influence. Over the course of her critically acclaimed discography, WILLOW has traversed an expansive range of sounds — from the neo-soul explorations of 2015’s Ardipithecus and the psychedelic folk textures of 2019’s WILLOW, to the pop-punk energy of 2021’s lately I feel EVERYTHING and the experimental hard rock of 2022’s <COPINGMECHANISM>. Her 2024 album empathogen earned two Grammy nominations and debuted at #1 on Billboard’s Contemporary Jazz Albums chart, further solidifying her reputation as an artist unafraid to challenge genre conventions. Alongside critical acclaim, WILLOW has achieved major commercial success, including over 1 billion streams on her viral hit “Wait A Minute!” She most recently released her seventh solo studio album, petal rock black, a project written, performed, and produced entirely by WILLOW. Blending jazz, classical, and indigenous tribal influences into a meditative, genre-defying soundscape, the album features collaborations with George Clinton, Tune-Yards, and Kamasi Washington. With her vocals taking center stage alongside deeply soul-searching lyricism, petal rock black stands as WILLOW’s most personal and fully realized work to date.

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