The barbecue legend is partnering as soon as once more with the World Meals Championships for a coast-to-coast celebration of America’s prime pitmasters
Minnetonka, MN (RestaurantNews.com) Well-known Dave’s is proud to announce the return of its All-Star BBQ Sequence for a 3rd consecutive 12 months in partnership with the World Meals Championships (WFC). Kicking off this Might and operating by means of August, the collection will journey to 10 Well-known Dave’s places throughout the nation, igniting the flames of competitors and neighborhood to seek out the nation’s finest yard {and professional} pitmasters.
This 12 months’s collection carries even larger weight: Well-known Dave’s has been named the Official Barbecue Class Sponsor of the 2025 World Meals Championships, set to happen this October in Indianapolis, the place pitmasters will compete for over $450,000 in money and prizes.
“Barbecue is in our bones. From the very starting, Well-known Dave’s was born out of a love for smoked meats, competitions and neighborhood,” mentioned founder Dave Anderson. “To now see that very same spirit carried ahead by means of our partnership with the WFC – on a nationwide stage – is a dream come true.”
Including much more pleasure to this 12 months’s Well-known Dave’s All-Star BBQ Sequence, each Anderson and barbecue icon Harry Soo will function Grasp Judges at choose occasions all through the tour. Anderson, whose ardour and legacy are the guts of the model, brings an unmatched enthusiasm and deep appreciation for the barbecue neighborhood. Becoming a member of him is Soo – founding father of Slap Yo Daddy BBQ, BBQ Pitmasters champion, and one of the revered names within the meals sport world. Soo’s presence as a Grasp Decide brings a degree of status, equity, and technical perception to the judging desk, honed by means of greater than 100 BBQ awards and a worldwide following of followers and aspiring pitmasters.
Every cease on the 2025 Well-known Dave’s All-Star BBQ Sequence will characteristic native and regional barbecue masters battling it out in a three-category cook-off: rooster, ribs and a wild card entry. Judges will embrace native celebrities, barbecue specialists, and Well-known Dave’s franchise house owners, utilizing WFC’s E.A.T.™ Methodology (execution, look and style) in a reside, open judging format.
2025 Tour Schedule:
- Might 3 – Indianapolis, Indianapolis
- Might 31 – Fresno, California
- June 7 – Modesto, California
- June 14 – Colorado Springs, Colorado
- June 21 – Rancho Cucamonga, California
- June 28 – Las Vegas, Nevada
- July 19 – Taylor, Michigan
- July 26 – El Paso, Texas
- August 16 – Minnetonka, Minnesota
- August 23 – Union Hole, Washington
Winners of every occasion will obtain a Golden Ticket to compete on the 2025 WFC in Indianapolis – with their entry price waived – in addition to prize cash together with a $1,000 Grand Champion award, a $400 Reserve Grand prize, and money prizes for prime placements in every class.
“We’re thrilled to welcome again Well-known Dave’s because the Official Barbecue Class Sponsor for the 2025 World Meals Championships,” mentioned founder Mike McCloud. “Their ardour for barbecue and dedication to excellence aligns completely with our mission of showcasing the perfect in Meals Sport. Moreover, their continued funding within the Well-known Dave’s All-Star BBQ Sequence will present an unbelievable alternative for gifted pitmasters to earn their strategy to Indianapolis and compete on the most important stage in Meals Sport.”
Friends at every Well-known Dave’s location can attend these occasions at no cost, sampling barbecue wings ready by the opponents, having fun with Kurvball Unique Barbecue Whiskey, choosing up commemorative swag, and celebrating with nice meals, music, and neighborhood.
“We’re fired as much as proceed our partnership with the World Meals Championships because the official sponsor of the Barbecue Class in 2025,” mentioned Dallas Massey, senior vice chairman of selling at BBQ Holdings, Inc. “Barbecue is extra than simply meals – it’s a ardour, a craft and a tradition. As a pacesetter within the barbecue trade, we see this as a singular alternative to showcase our dedication to the craft, have interaction with prime culinary expertise and reinforce our model’s place on the forefront of barbecue excellence.”
To be taught extra concerning the Well-known Dave’s All-Star BBQ Sequence and the World Meals Championships, comply with them on social media or go to: FamousDaves.com/allstarbbqseries. To take part within the competitors as a competitor or a companion, contact information@worldfoodchampionships.com.
About Well-known Dave’s
Well-known Dave’s is a nationally acknowledged chief within the barbecue trade, recognized for serving award-winning smoked meats, flame kissed ribs and scratch made sides. Based by Corridor of Fame Pitmaster, Dave Anderson in 1994, Well-known Dave’s has change into one of the recognizable BBQ Manufacturers within the US and past. With a dedication to high quality, innovation, and daring flavors, Well-known Dave’s presents actual, genuine BBQ, served up in a household pleasant environment. The model has 107 places in 30 states and three nations, together with 32 company-owned and 75 franchise-operated eating places, and continues to develop its presence in communities nationwide. Well-known Dave’s has earned quite a few accolades and awards for its distinctive BBQ and visitor service, solidifying its popularity as a prime vacation spot for anybody in search of legendary BBQ with a aspect of hospitality.
For extra data, go to FamousDaves.com.
About BBQ Holdings
BBQ Holdings, Inc. is a division of MTY Meals Group, engaged in franchising, possession and operation of a number of informal and quick eating eating places. BBQ Holdings has a complete of 282 eating places throughout a number of manufacturers, together with 187 franchise places and 95 company places. With a portfolio that features famend manufacturers corresponding to Well-known Dave’s, Granite Metropolis Meals & Brewery, and Village Inn, BBQ Holdings is dedicated to delivering an distinctive eating expertise to its company. The corporate’s dedication to innovation, neighborhood engagement, and culinary excellence has made it a pacesetter within the trade. BBQ Holdings continues to develop its footprint throughout the US, providing a various menu of signature smoked meats, sides, and craft drinks. Headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, BBQ Holdings is devoted to offering memorable experiences and distinctive worth to its company.
For extra data, go to BBQ-Holdings.com.
About World Meals Championships
The World Meals Championships (WFC) is the very best stakes Meals Sport competitors on the planet. This multi-day, reside occasion culinary competitors showcases a few of the world’s finest cooks who compete for meals, fame and fortune in 12 classes (Bacon, Barbecue, Burger, Chef, Dessert, Reside Fireplace, Noodle, Rice, Sandwich, Seafood, Soup and Vegetarian). Annually as Meals Sport kicks off in January, 1000’s of prepare dinner groups attempt to earn their approach into WFC by successful a Golden Ticket at an official qualifier. Virtually 40 nations and each state in America have been represented at WFC’s principal occasion since its inception in 2012. This 12 months’s championship will happen in Indianapolis from Nov 8-12.
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