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Legendary Eats at 17th Street BBQ in Murphysboro

The small town of Murphysboro (population 7,894) has made huge waves in America’s barbecue industry thanks to its landmark restaurant, 17th Street BBQ. Barbecue aficionados refer to owner and champion pitmaster Mike Mills as simply “The Legend.”

August 20, 2014

WFC Announces Competition and Payout Updates

We've got some great news and important updates that we'd like to share regarding this year's World Food Championships.

August 19, 2014

Orange County mom takes home top honors at Bull Burger Battle

With just four seconds left on the clock, Kelly Lucas-Shippey barely turned her burgers in on time for the Bull Burger Battle in San Diego, presented by Bull Outdoor Products, Inc. But according to the judges, it was well worth the risk. Shippey’s SoCal Blackstrap Sliders, featuring a tangy Blackstrap sauce, bacon and a little heat proved to be the competition favorite, affording Shippey the first place win.

August 14, 2014

Competitors feel the heat in burger battle competition

About 15 backyard grillers and professional chefs from Vista to Los Angeles brought their best burger recipes to the second annual Burger Battle in the hopes of qualifying for a chance to compete in what’s being called the “Super Bowl” of food competitions in Las Vegas later this year.

August 11, 2014

Golden Ticket Competition at Oswego Beats and Eats

A golden ticket to the World Food Championship will be awarded to one lucky food vendor at the second annual Oswego Beats and Eats.

August 11, 2014

Don't Miss the Final Table episode, Thursday on FYI!

Since July 10th, the World Food Championships on FYI has been featuring category championships from Burger to BBQ, and now the Final Table is set! Seven champions will face their toughest test yet: each other! As well as seven world-class, culinary judges who will determine the ultimate dish that deserves a $50,000 pay day!

August 8, 2014

WFC Announces Super Regional Event in Murphysboro

27th Annual Murphysboro Barbecue Cook-Off to feature Southern Illinois Showdown

August 4, 2014

Eatery’s Chicken Salad to Vie for World Title

After opening a “Golden Ticket” invitation, Tim and Tracy Purcell were stunned to find out that their restaurant, Grapevine Farms, had been awarded a place in the World Food Championship in Las Vegas.

July 28, 2014

WFC Announces Super Regional event in Nashville

Super Regional Event announced for Sept. 5-6 at Tennessee State Fair in Nashville as live event lead-up to Las Vegas.

July 22, 2014

Craniums' crab nachos are Taste's Best in Show

Craniums at the Beach, a restaurant planned to open here later this summer, will be participating in the seafood division of the 2014 World Food Championships in Las Vegas. Craniums earned an entry in the World Food Championships by winning the Best of Show People’s Choice during the 10th annual Taste of Cambridge, held Saturday, July 12.

July 18, 2014