We're excited to see the field of competitors who have already won their golden ticket and registered to compete at the 2023 World Food Championships. And we are always proud to announce our special guests and celebrity judges participating in our judging events across the nation - we're sure the championship food certainly helps! Best of luck to our 2023 competitors!
COMPETITOR
Pennsylvania College of Technology
HEAD COOK: Jessica Felton
COMPETITION: World Seafood Championship
QUALIFYING EVENT: PCT Student Challenge
My earliest memories are in the kitchen, with my mom, my grandmother, and even my dad. Food was always about joy, celebration, and family. I wanted to be a chef from a young age, but I somehow ended up down a different path. I still always found my way back to the hospitality industry. It was while working for a local catering company that my best friend started to encourage me to pursue my dream and go to culinary school--it was the best decision I've ever made in my life. The past year and a half has been a whirlwind between culinary school, opportunities outside the classroom, and an amazing internship in Charleston, SC. I feel lucky to be in a field that I'm passionate about and surrounded by strong chefs and mentors. My culinary interests lie especially with Lowcountry cuisine, charcuterie, nose-to-tail, seafood, and artisan methods.
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