Why barbecue competitions bring out the best in pork rib flavors

Houston rodeo cook-off season spotlights bold, competition-style pork ribs. Here's how they differ from restaurant barbecue ...
Yahoo

What's new at 2025 Memphis in May BBQ contest? Everything you need to know about the event

More than 150 teams will fire up their grills as part of the 2025 Memphis in May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest. The competition returns to Memphis' Liberty Park May 14-17, but the ...
Commercial Appeal

Memphis in May and SmokeSlam deliver memorable moments, from samples to sauce wrestling

SmokeSlam and the Memphis in May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest featured BBQ competitions, live music, and various attractions. SmokeSlam attendees enjoyed BBQ samples, including chicken, ...
Journal Star

'Olympics' of BBQ: Chillicothe business 'beyond excited' about success at barbecue contest

SmokinGhost BBQ’s Haunted Heat sauce won first place in the specialty category with a perfect score. The Chillicothe company’s Spooky Sweet sauce earned sixth in a field of 150 mild sauces.
FOX13 Memphis

Future looking delicious as Jr. Barbecue Cooking Contest stirs up competition

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - The World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest is known for bringing out the best in BBQ. But this year, it's also serving up something brand new: A chance for the next generation of ...