One month after getting certified as a KCBS Judge and 2 weeks after judging my 1st comp, I made this quick video to share a few tips that will hopefully be useful to anyone new to the competition circuit. For me, one of the most frustrating parts of the competition process is simply figuring out just what judges are looking for.

My original goal for the 2021 BBQ season was to build our brand, in part, through participating in public events and competitions. But by March, I found that many of the comps I planned to enter were in limbo, already cancelled, or "on" but extremely limited (not open to the public, no ancillary competitions, no vending, no product sales, etc.) leaving me fewer options to both test my skills, timing, and flavor profile and to make personal and professional connections within the Competition community.

Even as a relative newbie with just a handful of comps under my belt, it was obvious to me that you can practice, plan, research, and practice some more and still come up short sometimes. Often seeking out additional tips, advice, suggestions, and constructive criticism can give you a bit of an edge when it comes to fine-tuning any little details you might be missing.

KCBS offers multiple judging classes around the country and throughout the year. Learning how to judge a competition gives you the opportunity to meet experienced judges (who often also compete), taste the food of other teams, and get a behind-the-scenes look at how a comp works.

Hit me up in the comments if you have any questions about the judging process or if you already compete and can offer any tips or suggestions to make those entries stand out!

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