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

Big Byrd BBQ

HEAD COOK: Terry Byrd

COMPETITION: World Burger Championship


My name is Terry Byrd, I am married to my beautiful wife Amy. We have 3 amazing children and a 3 grandchildren. I have been cooking one way or another all my life. With my Grandmothers as a boy, to entering a few Food Competitions. But, I mainly just have a love for cooking! Some of my favorite memories are preparing meals for my family and friends. It brings me joy to see people enjoy the food I make!