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COMPETITION | FESTIVAL

šŸ”„ Texas' Largest Food & Beverage Competition

šŸ† Official Texas Qualifier For The World Food Championship

šŸ“Corpus Christi, Texas | Water's Edge Park

šŸ“† September 25-27

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At the Texas Food Championship, every decision matters.One dish moves forward. One dish goes home.Different styles. Diff...
06/13/2026

At the Texas Food Championship, every decision matters.

One dish moves forward. One dish goes home.

Different styles. Different flavors. Different approaches to competition cooking.

Now itā€™s your turn to judge.

Which one are you choosing?

Where Texas Crowns Its Culinary Champions.

Every competitor has a different story.Different experiences. Different approaches. Different reasons for stepping into ...
06/11/2026

Every competitor has a different story.

Different experiences. Different approaches. Different reasons for stepping into the arena.

But every answer offers a glimpse into the mindset of someone willing to compete at a championship level.

Today's Quick Hitter comes from one of the competitors preparing to take the stage at the Texas Food Championship.

Where Texas Crowns Its Culinary Champions.

06/09/2026

Championship experience cannot be taught.

The seasoned veterans of the Texas Food Championship have spent years refining their craft, earning respect, and competing at the highest levels of food competition.

Nancy Manlove. Lori McLain. Tina Crutchfield. Roger Donohoe. John Guzman.

These competitors understand what it takes to perform under pressure, execute at a championship level, and deliver when every detail matters.

Because at this level, experience matters.

Where Texas Crowns Its Culinary Champions.

Nancy Manlove Lori Cripe McLain Roger Donohoe John Mikey Guzman

The Texas Food Championship is built for more than competition. Itā€™s built for connection.Families exploring the festiva...
06/08/2026

The Texas Food Championship is built for more than competition. Itā€™s built for connection.

Families exploring the festival grounds together. Kids experiencing Texas food culture firsthand. Live music, entertainment, great food, and a weekend atmosphere designed for everyone to enjoy.

This is the kind of event that turns into a family tradition.

A place where multiple generations can gather around the same table and experience the very best of Texas together.

The perfect weekend getaway for the whole family.

September 25ā€“27, 2026
Corpus Christi, Texas

Where Texas Crowns Its Culinary Champions.

This isn't a random location. It's part of the experience.Set along the Corpus Christi waterfront at Waters Edge Park, t...
06/08/2026

This isn't a random location. It's part of the experience.

Set along the Corpus Christi waterfront at Waters Edge Park, the Texas Food Championship brings together world-class competition and a uniquely Texas coastal atmosphere.

Open space. Coastal air. Championship energy.

You're not walking into a parking lot festival. You're stepping into an event designed to showcase the very best of Texas food, culture, and community.

This is what a championship weekend should feel like.

September 25ā€“27, 2026.

Where Texas Crowns Its Culinary Champions.

06/06/2026

Lone Star State Lineup #1

Micah Gwaltney | The Shiny Meat Cartel
Kendleton, TX
20 Years Experience

How did you get into cooking?
"I started cooking for friends and comrades when I was in the Army. I got motivated; I started my restaurant & catering company, and started competing shortly after. Been at it ever since!"

What made you start competing?
"Watching BBQ Pitmasters back when it started airing, and knowing, I could probably beat the people on the show; might as well see if I can do any good on the competition trail!"

What's one thing you do better than most competitors?
"I feel like the one thing that sets me apart from other competitors is my ability to perform under pressure, and be consistent doing so, in a time restricted atmosphere. Also, my talent to cook, fix errors, and make alterations on the fly helps!"

Why should people root for you?
"I'm a husband, father, friend, veteran, and I'm worth rooting for."

What would you tell someone thinking about attending the festival?
"Come enjoy the competition and the atmosphere it provides! This festival is going to be memorable, and fun!

This Is Where Texas Crowns Its Culinary Champions.

Micah Ward Gwaltney

11 categories. Hundreds of Competitors. Only one winner in each.From live fire to seafood, desserts to collegiate chefsā€”...
06/06/2026

11 categories. Hundreds of Competitors. Only one winner in each.

From live fire to seafood, desserts to collegiate chefsā€”this isnā€™t one competition. Itā€™s multiple paths to becoming a champion.

Each category demands something different.
Skill. Precision. Creativity. Ex*****on under pressure.

The question isnā€™t which one is best.

Itā€™s which one youā€™re watching first.

Get your tickets today.

Where Texas Crowns Its Culinary Champions.

World Food Championships Visit Corpus Christi

šŸ™ A huge thank you to 83 Press and Hoffman Media for the incredible collection of cookbooks recently sent our way for re...
06/05/2026

šŸ™ A huge thank you to 83 Press and Hoffman Media for the incredible collection of cookbooks recently sent our way for review. Also a major thank you to Donna Anderson Yamini with The Jelly Queens for the introduction!

As we spend time diving into these books and learning from some of the best in culinary publishing, itā€™s impossible not to appreciate the power of preserving recipes, stories, and the people behind them.

It also gets you thinkingā€¦

What would it look like to capture a year of Texas Food Champions, their recipes, their stories, and the brands helping elevate Texas food and beverage along the way?

Just a thought. šŸ˜‰

For now, weā€™re grateful for the inspiration and excited to see where the next chapter leads.

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