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
Flora-Bama Ole River Bar & Grill
HEAD COOK: Matthew Brown
COMPETITION: World Seafood Championship
Matthew was trained classically by Chef Kevin Fonzo, Avner Samuel and a stream of other master chefs and Michelin rated chefs. He has studied baking, pastry and has a love of combining all the techniques to create memorable and inspiring cuisine. For the past 10 years, Matthew built and designed culinary operations for hotels, country clubs and restaurants. Matthew came to Florida and fell in love with the close community of local farmers and fishermen. Matthew has appeared in various cooking shows, has been published and has written editorials for local publications.