BBQ USA

Michael Symon heads to the largest, most thrilling barbecue competition on Earth -- the 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.

It's a fiery clash of flavors as Michael Symon heads to Elkton, FL, for the annual Jimmy Jam BBQ Slam, where 60 pitmasters battle it out in six categories. Plus, they'll have to sizzle in a steak competition and go wild in the People's Choice category.

Michael Symon heads to Uvalde, Texas, for the 15th Annual Briscoe Ranch BBQ Cook-off at the Crossroads, where top pitmasters vie for a tasty $10,000 prize. The BBQ action is hot with over 150 teams smoking chicken, pork ribs, brisket and sizzling fajitas.

Michael Symon dives into the BBQ extravaganza at the 12th Annual Butts & Clucks Cook-Off on the Bay in Apalachicola, FL. Nearly 50 teams from the Southeast vie for the ultimate BBQ glory, and the Mystery Box throws a tasty challenge at the pitmasters.

Michael Symon heads to Breaux Bridge, LA, for the exciting Operation Smoke Sheaux, where over 60 teams compete for a share of the $10,000 payout. It's an intense battle featuring chicken, spare ribs and brisket, along with a mouthwatering gumbo cook off.

Michael Symon meets the who's who list of BBQ legends in the heart of Queens, New York, at the Pig Beach BBQ Benefit. Thirty renowned pitmasters gather to compete, and Michael learns all their inspiring stories, techniques and signature creations.

The Pacific Northwest heats up as Michael Symon arrives at Washington's Spring Fair BBQ Playoffs, where over 30 pitmaster teams compete for a share of the $25,000 prize. Teams compete to serve up the best ribs, chicken, brisket, pork and even salmon.

Michael Symon assembles his dream team to take on over 150 teams at the most prestigious barbecue cook off -- the Memphis in May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest! With more than $145,000 in prize money up for grabs, the competition is fierce.