So the fact that he was that consistent across all four categories, two days in a row with two, with completely different sets of judges, and starting from scratch both days is so amazing.. KANSAS CITY, Mo. There were activities for young and old, with a horseshoe competition, foot races, and ball games. Theres gonna be teams that win and then the next week they might be placed in the bottom 10%, says Kayci. support Starting their barbecue competitions back in 2018, Que U, owned and operated by Grant and Gina Basiliere from Gurnee, Illinois, made an astonishing feat in their . Tickets to the competition start at $25 for a single day entry with special prices for children and family packs. Scroll down for a photo essay of the weekends events. Good job to all the teams that had their names called. We went at high time for dinner and the service was spectacular. The open competition is open for all who want to compete, regardless of if they have competed before. The winning band will receive a $3,500 cash prize. The overall placings are totaled from scores in the brisket, chicken, pork and pork ribs categories. The staff was excellent, very friendly and accommodating. Copyright 2022 WLBT. Agenda & Parking. Megan, Jason and Mat working on the Burnt Finger BBQ entry in the Sausage category. Weve been buttheads together since 2005, I think, said Smokin Elvises pitmaster Randall Updike. Although his team doesnt compete as regularly as some of the other competitors, Schleer said its Juggys Juicers commitment to tradition that makes the team stand out. The American Royal World Series of Barbecue is a longstanding tradition in Kansas City. (spoiler alert Courtney took 2nd Place!!). ". Congrats to Que U for taking the title of GC for both the Invitational and Open. The pit temp dropped significantly after we loaded up the 70 plus pounds of pork noted FireBoard co-founder and co-pitmaster Steven Briggeman. Reserve Grand Champion $1,000.00 To qualify, teams must win a state championship with at least 25 teams or a competition of 50 teams or win one of the premiere barbecue competitions in the U.S.Memphis in May, American Royal Open or Houston World's Championship Bar-B-Quewhich qualifies a team for an automatic berth. Want more WLBT news in your inbox? The weekends events run from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Friday and 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Out of those teams, only 249 qualified to compete in the invitational competition with the other 535 teams turning in entries for the open competition. KCBS is the world's largest organization of barbeque and grilling enthusiasts, with approximately 16,000 members in the U.S. and over 42 countries. When you can get it, Kansas City things to do: Whiff of spring at Powell Gardens, plus Hedwig and Once, True/False Film Fest turns 20: Documentary debuts, art & live music to see in Columbia, Exhibits honoring Kansas Citys Black queer history popping up at local shops this week, This destination on the Missouri River named one of Americas most beautiful small towns, You have one week left to visit Kansas Citys Negro Leagues Baseball Museum for free, P!nk adds a second night in Kansas City this fall. w.adroll.f = [ 'setProperties', 'identify', 'track' ]; So since were not turning in Saturday, Friday night, were not busy, which means we party hard.. Long time FireBoard user Ed Jenkins at right, and Smoke on Wheels Andy Groneman checking out some of the high end equipment on display at the American Royal. The first time in the history of the contest that the same team is awarded Grand Champion of BOTH the Open and Invitational contests. For more information on qualifying contest criteria . Couldn't get enough of the peach cobbler either., I really dug this place! For one weekend every year, the smallest town in whiskey becomes the biggest scene in barbecue. I went BIG with the two meat plate (opted for the chopped brisket and pulled pork) with the hush puppies and BBQ baked beans. The Kansas Speedway will host 535. The Open Competition during the World Series of Barbecue is the largest Contest in the world with 500+ teams competing each year! 33rd Annual American Royal World Series of BBQ Invitational Congratulations Big Poppa Smokers and Iowa's Smokey D's Overall: 1. Dont skip this spot. And it is a big one! Sign up for our guide to the City of Fountains and learn how to make the most out of life here. Updated October 06, 2022 12:36 PM Paul "Juggy" Schleer competed in the American Royal World Series of Barbecue for the first time in 1989. The 2022 event will be the 42nd year of the world's largest BBQ competition that is also dubbed "Kansas City's biggest party". All other trademarks and trade names are properties of their respective owners. We were overwhelmed because there were well over 200 teams there and most of the contests that we cooked were about 30 teams, Schleer said. This may not be the last we hear of the Garrett family, as the family competes professionally across the country. Starting their barbecue competitions back in 2018, Que U, owned and operated by Grant and Gina Basiliere from Gurnee, Illinois, made an astonishing feat in their first year contending for the championship title. Hours: 11AM - 10PM. Last year, the Last Calls Heroes barbecue team won the open competition, while Triple H BBQ brought home top scores in the invitational competition. Courtney and her brother Buddy competed in the 2022 American Royal Kids Que competition. Slap Yo Daddy BBQ Pitmaster and avid YouTube-er Harry Soo covering the dessert entry turn in on Saturday afternoon. I got a chicken plate and it came out super fast!! The BBQ is delish. On Friday, teams were stringing lights under tents with tables, preparing for the parties that precede the competition. The Invitational contest will be scheduled the Saturday of the 2022 World Series of Barbecue. We received our order without a long wait. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Its like a 90 day process for us to get ready, said KC Grilling Company manager Trey Zink. I guess, at least they have an overflow parking way up the hill. Required fields are marked. The winning band will receive a $3,500 cash prize . var root = document.getElementsByTagName( "html" )[0]; root.setAttribute( "class", "js" ); In Alexis age group, she had to hit the pit and grill a ribeye steak all by herself. Kansas Speedway 3rd Place $100.00 2nd Runner-Up $250.00 We have games with lots of barbecue opportunities for folks to come out and try. I think we all had a good time. Teams compete in Chicken, Pork Ribs, Pork (shoulder or Boston Butt) and Beef Brisket. Attendees should note, American Royals World Series of Barbecue is not a sampling event, so guests wont be able to try the dishes in the competition unless they are affiliated with a competing team. Competitors from around the world join in the worlds largest barbecue competition to be crowned the Grand Champion in the Invitational Competition, Open Competition, Sides Competition, and Kids Que! ); In town from Louisville, KY and was greeted and served with more hospitality than even I am used to! 4th Place $75.00 Being a top food competition naturally attracts media coverage such as Food Networks Chef Michael Symon, as seen here at the Kids Que competition. KANSAS CITY, Kan. (KCTV) - The American Royals premiere barbecue competition kicks off this Friday with a new event and a record number of competitors. Loved seeing everybody and promoting Fireboard! return function() { 3rd Runner-Up $100.00, Chicken Its kind of cool to see [the teams] come, and get together, catch up and cheer each other on at the award ceremony.. This year, The American Royal added a Battle of the Bands on Saturday. This year 23 teams from outside the U.S. joined the competition. By Clicking Sign Me Up, you confirm you have read, understand and agree to our. Copyright @ 2018 2023 Calling All Contestants. Google Assistant The 2022 Steel Days Magazine is available online! 'jetpack-lazy-images-js-enabled' The Kansas Speedway will host 535 teams, including 23 international teams. w.adroll = w.adroll || []; We quite literally had one (or more) of everything. Great Blog Post! Friday night is Kansas City's biggest party with live music, cold drinks, and of course mouth-watering Barbecue. careers .vc_custom_1632426205489{margin-right: -5px !important;margin-left: -5px !important;}.vc_custom_1634079993140{padding-right: 2% !important;padding-left: 2% !important;}.vc_custom_1633550020564{padding-left: 1% !important;}.vc_custom_1633550005116{padding-left: 1% !important;} .wpb_animate_when_almost_visible { opacity: 1; }. In order to participate in the Backyard BBQ Contest, a team must be a backyard team as defined by KCBS. Over this past weekend, we competed in our 5th year at the American Royal BBQ event. Click here to subscribe to our newsletter. Not to mention the company party. So to come all this way and actually see it for myself and how it was presented and all the rest of it. document.documentElement.classList.add( American Royal World Series of Barbecue returns to KCK this weekend, Woman sentenced after 2-year-old dies in Merriam, Kansas, Richmond families remember loved ones killed in house fire, Standoff that began after 3 KCPD officers were shot comes to an end, Apartment complex in KCMO has water restored after 5 days, Lights in sky appear to be Venus-Jupiter conjunction. Copyright @ 2018 2023 Calling All Contestants. Big Congrats go to team Que U, led by Pitmaster Grant Basiliere. A closer look at the selective toasting on the Conrads entries. Real-time updates and all local stories you want right in the palm of your hand. e.src = roundtripUrl; contact Could season two of BBQ USA be in the works? Order Online We were hardly done ordering when the food came out, amazing service. Sign up for our Newsletter to get the latest FireBoard news, tips & updates! Despite the odds, Schleers team brought home a first place ribbon for lamb. The 2021 American Royal World Series of Barbecue left a mark on customers, employees and barbecue lovers from across the country this weekend. Heres how to get tickets this week. This story was originally published September 29, 2022, 6:00 AM. This was on one of those "Top 10 Restaurants to Visit in SLC" lists and I crossed-checked Yelp so knew it would be good!, This is a great BBQ spot. All Rights Reserved. Suggest an Edit. Ted and Steven prepping ribs, and Ted smoking brisket on a FireBoard Drive equipped kamado. Eleven year old Ava and Rick competed by cooking a thick SRF steak topped against several other teams. Buddy, Courtney (left) and Henry showing off his new favorite sticker (right). The American Royal is held in the infield of the Kansas Speedway. Were not what Id consider to be a team to be afraid of by any means, said Schleer, who will be barbecuing alongside his son, nephews, sisters and a host of other family members. I see old friends and reminisce about old times, and its just a part of my life.. Look for your copy of the magazine in your mailbox by July 1. . Like, our biggest comp has 60 teams, he exclaimed. On day 2, we competed in the Open, turning in the KCBS 4 meats, as well as participating in the Turkey Smoke category. Its the best, and I wouldnt use anything else! R and R barbecue has the best barbecue in Utah. Be in the know. 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