South Texas Stampede (STS) brought the heat to the Food Fight in Paradise Cookoff, held in Destin, Florida, on December 6th and 7th, 2024. Competing under the gorgeous coastal skies, our talented team secured an impressive 8 top-ten calls over the two-day event. From creative ancillary dishes to stellar steak performances, STS showcased their culinary excellence at this unforgettable competition!
Day 1: December 6th – A Strong Start
Steak Results
| Placement | Chef | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 3rd | Raymond Patterson | 253.2 |
Raymond Patterson led the charge on Day 1, earning 3rd place in the steak category with his expertly cooked entry.
Anything Key Lime Pie Results
| Placement | Chef | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 5th | Raymond Patterson | 200.60 |
| 6th | Evy Homann | 200.60 |
Evy Homann got creative with a “Key Lime Pie Martini,” wowing the judges with her unique take on this tropical favorite. Both Raymond and Evy earned top placements in this sweet category.
Day 2: December 7th – Rising to the Challenge 🔥
Steak A Results
| Placement | Chef | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 5th | Raymond Patterson | 248.7 |
Raymond kept the momentum going with a 5th place finish in the Steak A category.
Steak B Results
| Placement | Chef | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | Raymond Patterson | 254.4 |
Raymond stole the spotlight in Steak B with a flawless 1st place finish, earning high praise and a top score of 254.4.
Pork Chop Victory 🐖
Pork Chop Results
| Placement | Chef | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | Evy Homann | 202.30 |
In a heartfelt moment, Evy Homann competed in her very first pork chop cookoff, using the recipe she perfected with her boys during kids’ cook competitions. Her dedication paid off as she secured 1st place—a victory to remember!
Cheeseburger Delight 🍔
Show Cheeseburger Results
| Placement | Chef | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 2nd | Evy Homann | 203.20 |
Evy’s “Cheeseburger in Paradise” delivered bold flavors and creativity, earning her 2nd place in this fun and competitive category.
Creative Takes on Grouper 🐟
Anything Grouper Results
| Placement | Chef | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 4th | Evy Homann | 197.50 |
Evy showcased her culinary finesse with a fresh and flavorful Ceviche-style Grouper, landing her a well-deserved 4th place.
A Weekend of Culinary Excellence 🌟
The Food Fight in Paradise Cookoff was an extraordinary event for South Texas Stampede. Raymond Patterson’s 1st place in Steak B and Evy Homann’s 1st place in Pork Chop stood out as highlights, along with creative dishes like Evy’s “Key Lime Pie Martini” and her “Cheeseburger in Paradise.” With 8 top-ten calls in total, the STS team left their mark in Destin, FL.
Congratulations to all our chefs for their outstanding performances! The dedication and talent displayed by our team continue to set South Texas Stampede apart. Here’s to more incredible competitions ahead—Stampede strong! 💪🔥🌴