Hyatt Partners with MasterChef Junior to Bring Culinary Adventure to Dreams Resorts & Spas

(IN SHORT) Hyatt Hotels Corporation has teamed up with Endemol Shine North America to bring MasterChef Junior-inspired culinary experiences to Dreams Resorts & Spas. The collaboration, aimed at children aged 6-12, includes unique activities like the Mystery Box Challenge, a For-Kids-by-Kids Menu, and surprise pop-up events. Designed to encourage culinary exploration, the program offers immersive experiences that allow children to try new flavors while fostering creativity. The partnership highlights Hyatt’s commitment to providing memorable, family-friendly experiences at its resorts.

(PRESS RELEASE) Chicago, Il, 2025-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation and Endemol Shine North America, the producer behind the popular culinary competition series MasterChef Junior on FOX, have announced an exciting collaboration that will bring dynamic culinary experiences to participating family-friendly Dreams Resorts & Spas, part of Hyatt’s Inclusive Collection. This innovative partnership introduces a new level of adventure for families, providing interactive gastronomic programming designed to spark creativity and exploration in younger guests.

The collaboration, aimed at children ages 6-12, offers a variety of engaging experiences, including exclusive programming through the Dreams Explorer’s Club. Young guests will participate in activities inspired by the MasterChef Junior series, such as the thrilling Mystery Box Challenge, where they’ll compete with their peers to create themed dishes using secret ingredients. These activities are designed to foster creativity and might even inspire the next generation of chefs.

Additionally, the partnership brings exciting Surprise & Delight Pop-Up Activations, where guests can enjoy special events like MasterChef Junior appearances, pool parties, and vibrant evening entertainment, all seamlessly integrated into the all-inclusive experience at Dreams Resorts & Spas. These activities provide a fun, immersive way for families to explore food and culinary experiences together.

A key highlight of the collaboration is the creation of a For-Kids-by-Kids Menu, developed by MasterChef Junior Season 9 Winner Bryson McGlynn and Season 8 semifinalist Ivy Childs. This menu encourages younger guests to try new foods and flavors, promoting culinary exploration and giving parents an opportunity to introduce variety into their children’s diets, with the hope of inspiring them to embrace new tastes long after their vacation.

“We’re proud to offer such an exciting and unique experience for families at Dreams Resorts & Spas,” said Ana Tomicevic, Vice President, Global Brands, Inclusive Collection at Hyatt. “With this MasterChef Junior programming, we’re reinforcing our commitment to delivering unforgettable experiences for guests of all ages. We’re creating lasting memories while introducing the next generation of food lovers to the world of culinary exploration.”

As one of the most recognized brands in the culinary world, MasterChef Junior perfectly aligns with Dreams Resorts & Spas, a rapidly growing family-focused brand within Hyatt’s portfolio. Select properties will offer the brand’s signature Unlimited-Luxury® inclusions, including gourmet dining, unlimited premium spirits, and dedicated programs for kids and teens, all set in breathtaking destinations.

“MasterChef Junior has always aimed to inspire young chefs to embrace creativity and confidence in the kitchen,” said Christopher Lucero, Executive Director, Licensing, Endemol Shine North America. “This collaboration with Dreams Resorts & Spas allows us to bring that same sense of discovery to families on vacation, where kids can gain hands-on culinary skills, try new flavors, and create lifelong memories in unforgettable settings.”

For more information or to book a stay at a participating resort, visit DreamsResorts.com or follow them on social media @dreamsresorts with #MasterChefJunioratDreams.

About Hyatt Hotels Corporation 

Hyatt Hotels Corporation, headquartered in Chicago, is a leading global hospitality company guided by its purpose – to care for people so they can be their best. As of September 30, 2024, the Company’s portfolio included more than 1,350 hotels and all-inclusive properties in 79 countries across six continents. The Company’s offering includes brands in the Timeless Collection, including Park Hyatt®, Grand Hyatt®, Hyatt Regency®, Hyatt®, Hyatt Vacation Club®, Hyatt Place®, Hyatt House®, Hyatt Studios, and UrCove; the Boundless Collection, including Miraval®, Alila®, Andaz®, Thompson Hotels®, Dream® Hotels, Hyatt Centric®, and Caption by Hyatt®; the Independent Collection, including The Unbound Collection by Hyatt®, Destination by Hyatt®, and JdV by Hyatt®; and the Inclusive Collection, including Impression by Secrets, Hyatt Ziva®, Hyatt Zilara®, Zoëtry® Wellness & Spa Resorts, Secrets® Resorts & Spas, Breathless Resorts & Spas®, Dreams® Resorts & Spas, Hyatt Vivid Hotels & Resorts, Alua Hotels & Resorts®, and Sunscape® Resorts & Spas. Subsidiaries of the Company operate the World of Hyatt® loyalty program, ALG Vacations®, Mr & Mrs Smith™, Unlimited Vacation Club®, Amstar DMC destination management services, and Trisept Solutions® technology services. For more information, please visit www.hyatt.com.

About Endemol Shine North America

Endemol Shine North America delivers world-class content and compelling storytelling to multiple platforms in the U.S. and across the globe. A division of Banijay Americas, home to some of the biggest brands in television in the United States and Latin America, Endemol Shine North America is behind hit series Deal or No Deal Island (NBC), LEGO Masters (FOX), MasterChef (FOX), MasterChef Junior (FOX), Ripley (Netflix), The Summit (FOX) and Wipeout (TBS), along with the upcoming drama Como Agua Para Chocolate (Max) and a reimagined Extreme Makeover: Home Edition (ABC).

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Media Contacts:

Amy Zocchi
Hyatt
Amy.Zocchi@hyatt.com

Jaycee Medina
Endemol Shine
Jaycee.Medina@endemolshine.us

Source: Hyatt Hotels Corporation

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