World Food Championships News

WFC Releases Structured Builds and Infused Ingredients For 2017

From Chili to Seafood and all categories in between, WFC is requiring contestants to prove their culinary chops in both traditional and creative dishes this year, along with infusing specific ingredients and brand products.

August 1, 2017

Lipton Iced Tea Makes Food Sport Sweeter Than Ever

WFC announced today that there will be only fizz and no fuss from food fans this year as the Buffalo Rock Company returns to WFC with a big focus on one of its sweet favorites -- Lipton Iced Tea.

July 31, 2017

Gotham Steel Joins WFC As Official Cookware Partner

Gotham Steel, a company featuring the newest technology in non-stick cookware, is joining the world’s largest Food Sport event as the Official Cookware Partner of the 2017 World Food Championships.

July 29, 2017

WFC Adds “Grate” Sponsor to World Steak Championship

As the latest addition to WFC’s Food Sport partners, GrillGrate will be making a set of its patented grates available to every steak contestant in the championship.

July 27, 2017

World Food Championships chosen as a ‘Top 20 Event’ by STS

The Southeast Tourism Society has named the World Food Championships one of the STS Top 20 Events in the Southeast for 2017.

July 25, 2017

WFC Announces 2017 Taste of America Challenge Winners

If you didn’t catch the 2017 Taste of America Challenge winner announcement videos on our social media this week, here’s a quick overview of how your favorite Food Champ friends ranked in our largest annual online recipe contest!

July 21, 2017

WFC Sponsors & Champs Lead To New Products

From Food Sport to Food Shows to Food Endorsements — and now Custom Food Brands, the World Food Championships and its partners are creating new opportunities for cooks and chefs in ways never before possible.

July 12, 2017

Back Forty Beer Pouring Back into WFC

The World Food Championships announced today that Back Forty Beer Company is returning to WFC as the Official Craft Beer of Food Champs for the event’s 6th Anniversary in Orange Beach, Alabama.

July 11, 2017

Sysco Joins WFC As Official Foodservice Partner

In addition to becoming WFC’s Official Foodservice partner, Sysco will also create a unique VIP Lounge at this year’s WFC. Located in the heart of the action, the Sysco VIP Lounge will be THE ultimate foodie experience during the championships.

July 6, 2017

Challenge Butter and Cream Cheese Return As Official Ingredients of the 2017 World Food Championships

As official ingredients of the World Food Championship, Challenge Butter and Cream Cheese will be provided to competitors who travel from around the globe to battle in the world’s largest food sport event.

June 27, 2017