
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
Julioâs kitchen workshop
HEAD COOK: Julio cesar Leon-Ramos
COMPETITION: World Vegetarian Championship
Meet Chef Julio Ramos, the driving force behind the delectable cuisine at Tash. His culinary journey began in Culiacán, Sinaloa, Mexico, where, as the grandson of a baker, a childhood immersed in family tradition sparked his lifelong passion. His decade-long tenure at Talking Stick Resort in Scottsdale Arizona, showcases his growth and versatility, from his contributions to Wandering Horse Buffet to his success at the award-winning Orange Sky. Now, at Tash, Chef Ramos continues to evolve his craft, creating innovative recipes that guarantee a memorable dining experience, rich with flavorful discoveries and enticing aromas.