Dreams Resorts Introduce “MasterChef Junior” Family Culinary Vacation Experiences

Family beach vacations in the Caribbean just got a whole new flavor! Dreams Resorts & Spas is expanding its collaboration with a hit culinary competition series that puts kids in the hot seat! MasterChef Junior: Next Course is being introduced in 2026 at select resorts throughout Mexico and the Caribbean.

The fresh programming will inspire the next generation of chefs – and their whole families. MasterChef Junior: Next Course builds upon the immersive activities from the preliminary collaboration, introducing new menu offerings, interactive culinary activities, and hands-on experiences created to spark creativity, encourage culinary exploration, and create meaningful family memories.

At the heart of the collaboration are the signature MasterChef Junior activities, including The Mystery Box Challenge, where kids can put their creativity to the test, surprise poolside pop-ups, and exclusive menu offerings created by MasterChef Junior Season 9 winner Bryson McGlynn and finalist Remy Powell.

New offerings debuting as part of MasterChef Junior: Next Course include:

An exclusive limited-edition menu created by Season 9 winner Bryson McGlynn, showcasing elevated comfort-food favorites inspired by his Southern roots
A collection of globally inspired signature desserts developed by Season 9 finalist Remy Powell, highlighting flavors and techniques from Italian, French, Mexican, and Asian cuisines
Chef-inspired signature mocktails created by the junior chefs, including Bryson’s Berry Breeze and Remy’s Resort Refresher
A new family cooking class, giving parents and children the opportunity to have fun together and pick up a new skill while preparing Bryson's Street Corn Dip recipe
Interactive culinary programming that encourages children to explore new foods, flavors, and cultures

MasterChef Junior: Next Course reimagines what family vacations can be by inviting children to step into the role of chef, discover new flavors, and actively participate in their vacation.

Unlike traditional family resort programming, MasterChef Junior: Next Course is designed to help children build confidence, explore creativity, and discover new tastes in an engaging, supportive environment. Whether participating in a Mystery Box Challenge, sampling exclusive menu items, or learning a new recipe alongside their parents, young guests are invited to encounter what it feels like to be a chef while on vacation.

As part of the Unlimited-Luxury experience at participating Dreams Resorts & Spas, MasterChef Junior programming is complimentary for guests and seamlessly integrated into the broader family getaway. Families can enjoy reservation-free gourmet dining, premium beverages, dedicated kids and teen clubs, endless activities, live entertainment, and immersive culinary offerings designed to inspire curiosity, connection, and adventure.

More about Dreams Resorts & Spas

Dreams Resorts & Spas is part of the Hyatt Hotels Corporation, headquartered in Chicago. As of 2026, the Company's portfolio included more than 1,500 hotels and all-inclusive properties in 83 countries across six continents. The Company's offering includes brands in the Luxury Portfolio, including Park Hyatt, Alila, Miraval, Impression by Secrets, and The Unbound Collection by Hyatt; the Lifestyle Portfolio, including Andaz, Thompson Hotels, The Standard, Dream Hotels, The StandardX, Breathless Resorts & Spas, JdV by Hyatt, Bunkhouse Hotels, and Me and All Hotels; the Inclusive Collection, including Zoëtry Wellness & Spa Resorts, Hyatt Ziva, Hyatt Zilara, Secrets Resorts & Spas, Hyatt Vivid Hotels & Resorts, Bahia Principe Hotels & Resorts, Alua Hotels & Resorts, and Sunscape Resorts & Spas; the Classics Portfolio, including Grand Hyatt, Hyatt Regency, Destination by Hyatt, Hyatt Centric, Hyatt Vacation Club, and Hyatt; and the Essentials Portfolio, including Caption by Hyatt, Unscripted by Hyatt, Hyatt Place, Hyatt House, Hyatt Studios, Hyatt Select, and UrCove. Guests are invited to participate in the World of Hyatt loyalty program.

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