Explore BBQ USA with Michael Symon
Michael criss-crosses the country to check out some of the most-esteemed 'cue competitions and try the meaty masterpieces they're famous for.
Burgers, Pork, Steak and More 11 Photos
Michael is the king of all things meat, and these dishes prove it.
Episodes
See Episode GuideThe Royal Rumble of BBQ
Michael Symon is back and heading to the largest, most thrilling barbecue competition on Earth -- the legendary American Royal World Series of Barbecue. Over 500 BBQ pitmaster teams battle it out in two days for glory, bragging rights and a share of $85,000 in prize money. In addition to the big four categories -- ribs, brisket, chicken and pork -- these pitmasters have the added challenges of turkey and sausage. Plus, there's the largest Kids' BBQ Contest in the world.
Smokin' at the Crossroads
Hold onto your cowboy hats! Michael Symon heads to Uvalde, Texas, for the 15th Annual Briscoe Ranch BBQ Cook-off at the Crossroads, where top pitmasters from Texas and beyond vie for a tasty prize of $10,000. The BBQ action is hot with over 150 pitmaster teams smoking chicken, pork ribs, brisket and sizzling fajitas. Get ready for a finger-licking, fajita-flipping good time at Briscoe Ranch!
A BBQ Slam Dunk
It's a fiery clash of flavors as Michael Symon heads to Elkton, Florida, for the 7th Annual Jimmy Jam BBQ Slam. Over 60 top pitmasters battle it out in six categories, including chicken, ribs, pulled pork and brisket, but this time there's a twist! They'll have to sizzle in a steak competition and go wild in the People's Choice category. The Jimmy Jam BBQ Slam is a festival of smokin' sensations!
Smokin' in the Sunshine State
Michael Symon dives into the BBQ extravaganza at the 12th Annual Butts & Clucks Cook-Off on the Bay in Apalachicola, Florida. Nearly 50 teams from the Southeast vie for the ultimate BBQ glory in the chicken, ribs, pork butt and brisket categories, all competing for over $12,000 in prizes. The Mystery Box throws a tasty challenge at the pitmasters, who serve up mouthwatering flavors and heated rivalries.
