We're excited to see the field of competitors who have already won their golden ticket and registered to compete at the 2024 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 2024 competitors!
COMPETITOR
Gold Medal BBQ
HEAD COOK: James Woodsmall
COMPETITION: World Barbecue Championship
I was one of the first KCBS Competition Cooks in Iowa (mid 90's). After getting started traveled thousands of miles each year competing in KCBS Competitions held all across the country. My passion for all things bbq led to the design, development and production of BBQ Rigs (trailers) starting at S and S Trailers, Des Moines, IA and ending in 2022 at Gold Medal BBQ-Iowa. Now in retirement, but committed to keeping outdoor cooking strong in Iowa.