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
Hog Island Pitmasters
HEAD COOK: John Hendrickson
COMPETITION: World Barbecue Championship
QUALIFYING EVENT: Santa Anita Park Winners' Circle BBQ Championship
Hog Island Pitmasters have been competing in the California BBQ circuit for two years. In 2013 we have been one of the most competitive teams on the west coast. Team members John Hendrickson, Gary Leonis and Sonny Thompson