Faculty members from New Mexico State University’s Hotel, Restaurant and Tourism Management (HRTM) Department participated in the event as judges and exhibitors.
Students from across New Mexico gathered Monday at the Albuquerque Convention Center for the 2026 New Mexico ProStart Invitational, a statewide competition highlighting the next generation of culinary and hospitality professionals.
Photos Courtesy NMSU School of Hotel, Restaurant and Tourism Management (via Facebook)
Faculty members from New Mexico State University’s Hotel, Restaurant and Tourism Management (HRTM) Department participated in the event as judges and exhibitors. Chef Instructor Danielle Young and Dr. Jean Hertzmanattended the competition to support students enrolled in culinary and hospitality management programs and to collaborate with the New Mexico Restaurant Association.
Photos Courtesy CHS Culinary Dept – Carlsbad High School – NM (via Facebook)…