World Food Championships News

Final Table Q&A - Bethany Boedicker

This Dessert Champion has some sweet dreams for a Final Table win! Meet today’s featured finalist from Galveston, Texas – Bethany Boedicker.

May 1, 2023

World Food Championships welcomes back Natural Tableware as the Official Sustainability Partner.

Natural Tableware, makers of beautifully designed, biodegradable, compostable plates, cutlery and straws, was the first in the market to develop high-end green alternatives for plastic disposables. As the Official Sustainability Partner of WFC’s 11th Annual Event in Dallas November 8-12, 2023. Natural Tableware will provide single-use tableware for the entire slate of the event’s tasting experiences as well as competitors who wish to pre-order.

April 28, 2023

Final Table Q&A - Dan Reighn

This former gladiator experienced multiple ‘firsts’ at November’s Main Event: First time competing at WFC. First time competing with his opening round sous chef. First Rice & Noodle Champion! Meet today’s featured finalist from San Jose, CA – Dan Reighn.

April 27, 2023

Final Table Q&A - Rocky Julianelle

Creativity runs deep in this two-time Category Champion. Meet today’s featured finalist from East Haven, CT – Rocky Julianelle

April 24, 2023

Final Table Q&A - Dave Elliott

The Final Table may look a little different to this 2013 World Food Champion, but he is ready to claim that title again. Will he be the first two-time World Food Champ? Meet today’s featured finalist from Olathe, KS – Dave Elliot

April 20, 2023

Final Table Q&As - John McFadden

It's taken many WFC World Champions years to claim their category title. This Sydney chef sensation hit it on his first try! Meet today's featured finalist from down under – John McFadden!

April 17, 2023

Final Table Q&As - Sterling Smith

This seasoned Pitmaster is ready to showcase his culinary chops! Meet today's featured finalist from Scottsdale, AZ – Sterling Smith.

April 13, 2023

Final Table Q&As - Jodi Taffel

2023 Final Table is just around the corner! Get to know these Food Sport Champions before the Ultimate Food Fight weekend! First up - The Bacon Babe herself, Jodi Taffel!

April 10, 2023

New Grill Brand Fuels Competitive Fire at World Food Championships

The World Food Championships (WFC) announced that Monument Grills will be the Official Grill of its 11th annual main event in Dallas, Texas, where hundreds of culinary and cocktail experts will compete to be crowned grand champions of twelve different categories from Nov. 8-12.

April 7, 2023

WFC Partners With Famous Dave's for All-Star BBQ Series

The World Food Championships (WFC) announced today that it is partnering with Famous Dave’s of America (FDA) to find and reward the best competition barbecue teams in America through a nationwide barbecue battle.

April 6, 2023