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
Team Grilla Grills
HEAD COOK: Brandon Mike Castaneda
COMPETITION: World Seafood Championship
Chef Mike Castaneda is an award-winning chef named one of the Top Ten Cooks in America by Food Network. Known for his bold flavors and creative flair, Mike has cooked for stars like the Kansas City Chiefs, the Royals, and internationally touring artists including A Day to Remember and Lauren Daigle. His work has been featured by major brands like Traeger Grills, Anova Culinary, and Green Mountain Grills. As a travel chef, Mike tours the country hosting live demos and showcasing elevated recipes at events, food shows, and national retailers. His mission is simple: make good food more fun and more accessible. At the heart of it all, Mike is a proud husband to his incredible wife and a devoted father of three. Their love and support fuel his fire in and out of the kitchen.
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