
We're excited to see the field of competitors who have already won their golden ticket and registered to compete at the 2025 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 2025 competitors!

COMPETITOR
BBQ Religion
HEAD COOK: Adriano de Andrade
COMPETITION: World Live Fire Championship
What started as a simple weekend ritual with friends slowly became something bigger than a hobby. Over time, I began developing my products focused on South American BBQ, and that’s when everything changed. I’ve always been drawn to the precision behind great barbecue—the process, the recipes, the small details that make a big difference. That’s where I find the magic. Through many amazing and tasty experiences, I’ve found that humans connect in all kinds of ways—through music, entertainment, culture, and most importantly, FOOD! There’s nothing like sharing stories around the fire over some good BBQ. My journeys have taken me to some of the coolest places in the world—BBQ competitions and festivals across South America, North America, Australia, and New Zealand. Each place had something special to offer, but I couldn’t help feeling the world was missing out on some awesome Latin flavours. For me, BBQ isn’t just about food—it’s about connection, celebration, and sharing a bit of who you are. And I'm proud to keep doing exactly that, one cook-up at a time.