Chad M.
TVWBB Super Fan
I joined my buddy's BBQ team (Uncle Gus) last year and have helped them out in a few competitions. We competed at the Wildwood Missouri BBQ Bash this weekend and I handled the chicken category all on my own (new recipe, prep, cooking, turn-in) for the first time.
This is what we turned in (boneless thighs):
This is what we won:
It was quite a thrill for me. Almost surreal. They've been competing for about three years and have never had any calls. We also took 10th place in Brisket out of about 80 or 90 teams (not sure on the actual total yet, but it's a big competition).
We also turned in pork, ribs, chicken wings (People's Choice), filet mignon with huge shrimp (6-count, massive; Chef's Choice), chili, and a cast-iron apple pie cheesecake. No other calls. Also sold a ton of food over the weekend so on top of a 1st Place and another call, we covered our expenses and actually made a little money. Exhausting and a little chaotic at times, but very fun. One of the best weekends I've ever had.
I owe much if not all of the credit to the tips and advice I've received from so many of you on this website. Two years ago I didn't even know what a WSM was, and now I'm cooking food that my family loves and is apparently award-worthy! Thank you all for your posts and information. This website has literally changed my life, and I'm much better for it. Thanks again.
Best to you.
This is what we turned in (boneless thighs):
This is what we won:
It was quite a thrill for me. Almost surreal. They've been competing for about three years and have never had any calls. We also took 10th place in Brisket out of about 80 or 90 teams (not sure on the actual total yet, but it's a big competition).
We also turned in pork, ribs, chicken wings (People's Choice), filet mignon with huge shrimp (6-count, massive; Chef's Choice), chili, and a cast-iron apple pie cheesecake. No other calls. Also sold a ton of food over the weekend so on top of a 1st Place and another call, we covered our expenses and actually made a little money. Exhausting and a little chaotic at times, but very fun. One of the best weekends I've ever had.
I owe much if not all of the credit to the tips and advice I've received from so many of you on this website. Two years ago I didn't even know what a WSM was, and now I'm cooking food that my family loves and is apparently award-worthy! Thank you all for your posts and information. This website has literally changed my life, and I'm much better for it. Thanks again.
Best to you.
