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
Fat, Drunk & Stupid BBQ Team
HEAD COOK: Laddy Ratliff
COMPETITION: World Barbecue Championship - EAT Division
The Fat, Drunk & Stupid BBQ Team is based in Huntsville, Alabama. It's Head Pitmaster is Laddy Ratliff, along with team members Ron Stephens and James Evans. The team has competed in professional BBQ for 13 years where they have won several BBQ Grand and Reserve Grand Championships. They typically compete in 12-15 professional BBQ contests yearly. The team is also featured on the popular television series "Bama-Q" that airs on Destination America. The show gives the viewer a behind the scenes look into the world of professional BBQ.