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Final Table Judge: Mike Micallef

Final Table Judge: Mike Micallef

Mike Micallef Mike Micallef was born in Fort Worth, Texas on April 11, 1975.  Since June 2005 he has been president of his family’s non-manufacturing companies which currently include Reata Restaurants, Sierra La Rana and CF Ranch.  In 2008 Mike sold his...
Pork Butt Judge: Rickey Jones

Pork Butt Judge: Rickey Jones

Rickey Jones Rickey Jones hails from Marble Falls, Texas. He Started Me-You and Bar-B-Que on Facebook a few years back. This is where he and 233 of his BBQ lovin’ friends chat about BBQ places they’ve eaten at and rate them on a 1-5 scale. Rickey has 189...
On Site Judge: Linda McDowell

On Site Judge: Linda McDowell

Linda McDowell   Owner Flacas Fitness & Brews Flacas specializes in real, tasty food! In fact, that’s our slogan. I love flavorful food that’s made with fresh, whole ingredients. All our food at Flacas is made that way.  Each item on our menu has been...
Final Table Judge: Mike Newton, Cowboy Chef

Final Table Judge: Mike Newton, Cowboy Chef

Cowboy Chef Mike Newton Native ranching Texan, can’t rope for s***, loves fine food and brown liquor, while enjoying a sunset with good people. When not working Angus cattle or tending to the ranch, Newton is in the kitchen creating quality, soulful food with a...
On Site Judge: Nicole Sparks & Jenna Marwitz

On Site Judge: Nicole Sparks & Jenna Marwitz

Nicole Sparks & Jenna Marwitz In August of 2011, Nicole Sparks and Jenna Marwitz, two small-town girls from Brownwood, Texas, best friends and busy moms started a Facebook page to share slow cooker recipes with other time-strapped family and friends. Overnight...