WFC Junior Competition Returns to Kitchen Arena at the World Food Championships in Indianapolis

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Posted Aug 25, 2024

Indianapolis, IN – (August 26, 2024) – The World Food Championships (WFC), the world’s largest Food Sport competition focused on everyday cooking categories, is thrilled to announce the return of its WFC Junior competition for the second consecutive year. This exciting event will take place on Friday, November 8 at the Indiana Farm Bureau Fall Creek Pavilion located at the Indiana State Fairgrounds & Event Center in Indianapolis. The event will consist of thirty (30) children, ages 12-17, competing from 11:30 AM to 2 PM EST in the Kitchen Arena.

This year's WFC Jr. competition will spotlight the theme "Healthy Fresh," challenging student chefs to create their best pork dish using products provided by Indiana Pork. Each competitor will have ninety (90) minutes to prepare one (1) “Presentation” dish and five (5) “Sample” dishes for the judges.

Since its founding in 1953, Indiana Pork has been a steadfast advocate for Indiana’s pork farmers and their families. Starting with just a few hundred farmers, the non-profit association has grown to include over 2,800 members. Indiana is now among the top five states in the U.S. for pork production, contributing more than $3 billion annually to the state’s economy.

The World Food Championships is currently accepting applications for this Second Annual WFC Jr. Competition. If you are a parent or instructor of a young aspiring chef aged 12-17, you can submit their name for consideration by completing the application form here. Please note that submissions must be made by a parent or culinary instructor, as applications directly from prospective competitors will not be accepted.

Participants will be selected based on several criteria, including previous top 5 finishes in the 2023 WFC Jr., a Golden Ticket earned through a student competition, performance in ProStart or SkillsUSA competitions, and/or coach or parent recommendations. The first-place winner will receive $1,500, second place will be awarded $750, and third place will take home $400. Additional awards will be given for best knife skills, best teamwork, and most creative dish, among other categories. For a full list of awards, please refer to the registration form.

“We are excited to partner with Indiana Pork to inspire and fuel the passion of the next generation of Food Champs,” said Mike McCloud, Founder of World Food Championships. “Our event offers something for every age to enjoy, and we hope that these young chefs will gain valuable experience that may one day lead them to compete in Kitchen Arena at the highest level.”

Since its debut in 2012, WFC has garnered a global following, providing unique culinary experiences at live events and through numerous television appearances. The WFC platform has revolutionized competitive cooking, known as “Food Sport,” by offering a level playing field, a fair judging system, and innovative culinary programming. Over the years, WFC has facilitated the creation of more than 10,000 new dishes and has partnered with local non-profits, charities, and food banks across the U.S. The 2024 World Food Championships will be held in Indianapolis, Indiana, from November 8-12, with qualifying events taking place throughout the year. Tickets to the 2024 World Food Championships can be purchased online.

Consumers and competitors can stay informed on all the latest announcements and programming for the upcoming championship by following World Food Championships on Facebook and Instagram (@WorldFoodChampionships) and LinkedIn (@WorldFoodChampionshipsHoldings).

About World Food Championships
The World Food Championships (WFC) is the premier food sport competition globally. This multi-day, live culinary event features some of the world's best cooks competing for food, fame, and fortune in twelve categories: Bacon, Barbecue, Burger, Chef, Dessert, Live Fire, Noodle, Rice, Sandwich, Seafood, Soup and Vegetarian. Annually, thousands of cook teams vie for a Golden Ticket at official qualifiers to secure their place in the WFC. Since its inception in 2012, the event has seen participation from nearly 40 countries and every state in the U.S. The 2024 World Food Championships will be held on November 8-12 at the Indiana Farm Bureau Fall Creek Pavilion, located at the Indiana State Fairgrounds & Event Center in Indianapolis. For more information, visit WorldFoodChampionships.com.

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WFC Junior Competition Returns to Kitchen Arena at the World Food Championships in Indianapolis

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