World Food Championships News

WFC Crowns First International World Food Champion!

Australian Chef John McFadden claimed the coveted title of World Food Champion at the 10th World Food Championships’ Final Table in Bentonville, Ark., on Sunday, May 22nd.

May 23, 2023

Final Table Q&A - Peter Armendáriz

Culinary roots run deep with this pro competitor. Meet today's Featured Finalist from Texas – Peter Armendáriz!

May 11, 2023

Final Table Q&A - Casey Jones

This home cook’s miraculous story paved the way for his Final Table appearance. Meet today’s featured finalist from Buffalo, NY – Casey Jones

May 9, 2023

Final Table Q&A - Damon Holter

This Final Table has been years in the making for this seasoned WFC veteran. Meet today’s featured finalist from Hudson, WI – Damon Holter

May 4, 2023

All-Star Chef and Restaurant Line-up Announced for Inaugural Vivid Food in Australia – Reigning World Barbecue Champion Sterling Smith to be featured

Vivid Sydney's brand-new pillar, Vivid Food, has delivered a sizzling smorgasbord of a program for its inaugural year.

May 2, 2023

Final Table Q&A - Bethany Boedicker

This Dessert Champion has some sweet dreams for a Final Table win! Meet today’s featured finalist from Galveston, Texas – Bethany Boedicker.

May 1, 2023

World Food Championships welcomes back Natural Tableware as the Official Sustainability Partner.

Natural Tableware, makers of beautifully designed, biodegradable, compostable plates, cutlery and straws, was the first in the market to develop high-end green alternatives for plastic disposables. As the Official Sustainability Partner of WFC’s 11th Annual Event in Dallas November 8-12, 2023. Natural Tableware will provide single-use tableware for the entire slate of the event’s tasting experiences as well as competitors who wish to pre-order.

April 28, 2023

Final Table Q&A - Dan Reighn

This former gladiator experienced multiple ‘firsts’ at November’s Main Event: First time competing at WFC. First time competing with his opening round sous chef. First Rice & Noodle Champion! Meet today’s featured finalist from San Jose, CA – Dan Reighn.

April 27, 2023

Final Table Q&A - Rocky Julianelle

Creativity runs deep in this two-time Category Champion. Meet today’s featured finalist from East Haven, CT – Rocky Julianelle

April 24, 2023

Final Table Q&A - Dave Elliott

The Final Table may look a little different to this 2013 World Food Champion, but he is ready to claim that title again. Will he be the first two-time World Food Champ? Meet today’s featured finalist from Olathe, KS – Dave Elliot

April 20, 2023