
We're excited to see the field of competitors who have already won their golden ticket and registered to compete at the 2025 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 2025 competitors!

COMPETITOR
US Coast Guard
HEAD COOK: Raymond Filippi
COMPETITION: World Sandwich Championship
Hello, I'm Raymond Filippi, a passionate chef from the West Coast. Raised in a family that cherished cooking, my fondest memories are of beachside summer cookouts filled with loved ones and delicious food. As a Culinary Specialist in the Coast Guard for over a decade, I've honed my skills preparing meals for crews. I've proudly represented the USCG Culinary Team in competitions and have previously competed at the World Food Championships.