The banquet awaiting the 2026 Oscar winners

• Chef Wolfgang Puck will lead the “Governors Ball” for the 32nd consecutive year, preparing a display of 25,000 dishes ranging from tomahawk steaks to vegan options and made to order sushi stations.

• The celebration will feature impressive figures: 6,000 chocolate statuettes coated in edible gold, 30 kilos of caviar and an exclusive beverage selection including a thousand bottles of Don Julio tequila and high end champagne.

• The 98th Academy Awards will take place today at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, hosted by Conan O’Brien.

Following the distribution of the golden statuettes this Sunday, Hollywood’s stars will head to the traditional Governors Ball, where a gastronomic proposal blending tradition with global innovation awaits them. Under the direction of legendary chef Wolfgang Puck, the culinary team has prepared an international menu that stands out for its opulence and variety. Because the event seeks to satisfy the most demanding palates, the offering includes everything from the classic chicken pot pie preferred by actors to personalized sushi stations and premium meat cuts.

A culinary display of epic proportions

For this 98th edition, Puck and his team have designed nearly 25,000 individual dishes: during the press presentation, the chef joked about his menu’s versatility, ensuring there would be options for everyone, even referencing trendy weight loss medications. Consequently, the supply list is striking: 22 kilos of black truffles, 30 kilos of caviar, and 100 kilos of tomahawk chops will be used, ensuring the banquet matches the grandeur of cinema’s ultimate gala.

Sweet traditions and signature cocktails

One of the most anticipated moments of the dinner is dessert, where 6,000 chocolate statuettes decorated with gold spray will be served. According to chef Garry Larduinat, this detail is extremely special because it allows every guest, whether they win the official award or not to take home an edible “Oscar.” On the other hand, the drink selection will be headlined by Mexican and Italian inspired cocktails, featuring Don Julio tequila with exclusive blends like the “Maestro Martini” and “The Sequel,” alongside Domaine Clarence Dillon wines and Piper Heidsieck champagne.

Ceremony details and broadcast

The gala will be held at the Dolby Theatre and will once again feature hosting by comedian Conan O’Brien. The schedule to follow the event live, adjusted to Pacific Standard Time (PST), is as follows:

• 2:00 PM: Red Carpet start.

• 3:00 PM: Official start of the 98th Awards Ceremony.

The broadcast will be available globally through the Max streaming platform, allowing millions of viewers to witness who takes home the industry’s most coveted prizes before enjoying this legendary banquet.