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
SHOWOFF BBQ
HEAD COOK: Hondo Hernandez
COMPETITION: World Barbecue Championship - CBA Division
Entering the restaurant industry as an Executive Chef in 2019, and introducing Championship quality BBQ to the Salinas Valley. Nominated two consecutive years for Best BBQ in Monterey County & Best Restaurant in Salinas, Chef Hondo has decided to take his talents on the road and walk away from the restaurant industry by opening his own food trailer with the help of his Wife and continued support of the community through pop ups and events.