We're excited to see the field of competitors who have already won their golden ticket and registered to compete at the 2025 World Food Championships. And we are always proud to announce our special guests and celebrity judges participating in our judging events across the nation - we're sure the championship food certainly helps! Best of luck to our 2025 competitors!

COMPETITOR

Midnight Burn

HEAD COOK: Kim Hicks

COMPETITION: World Barbecue Championship


Restaurant owner operator for 30+ years. Professional BBQ competitor for 8 years