Pitmasters, bring your best....This is the heart of the cookoff!!!World-class brisket, fall-off-the-bone ribs, and perfectly smoked chicken go head-to-head. Judged on appearance, tenderness, and bold BBQ flavor.
Who says beans can’t steal the show?Battle to create rich, smoky, irresistible pots of BBQ beans loaded with secret spices, savory meats, and soulful flavor. This fan-favorite category delivers serious comfort and competition — judged on taste, texture, and authentic BBQ heart.75% payout
Unleash your creativity! In Chef’s Choice, anything goes. From wild appetizers and stuffed meats to signature specialties — show off your unique style and flavors. This is always one of the most exciting and talked-about categories of the day.75% payout
If you can't decide which Chef's Choice dish to enter, do another.
If two Chef's choice entries aren't enough, enter a 3rd
OK...we'll let you do one more.....but 4 is it....no more.
Spice things up in our Bloody Mary showdown!Craft bold Bloody Marys with smoked garnishes, BBQ twists, and wild toppings. Judged on taste, creativity, and presentation, this category delivers big flavor and plenty of fun75% payout
Prize determined by number of entries75% payout
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