Love Bacon? Show us how you feast on it.
Attention US-based chefs and culinary professionals: Register by November 24th for a chance to compete and win BIG!
75 competitors will be chosen to utilize complimentary samples of Tender Belly’s premium meaty bacon in an original feast-worthy dish.
Three winners will take home a custom-engraved blade from Meglio knives, along with cash prizes, including $500 for the Grand Prize Winner.
Tender Belly bacon is thick-cut and dry-rubbed with freshly ground spices like real chili flakes and Vermont maple sugar. Smoked with natural hardwood, it boasts a rich flavor that’s #CrazyTasty.
Meaty, flavorful, authentic and bold; Tender Belly has zero water added and no fake stuff. You can taste the difference that true craftsmanship brings.
HOW TO PARTICIPATE:
- Registration: Register below for a chance to compete by November 24th.
- 75 people will be selected, receiving free bacon to use in their dish.
- Dish Creation & Submission: Competitors who are selected will have until December 22nd to create an original dish using Tender Belly bacon and upload a high-res photo.
- As the holidays approach, we’d love to see menu-able “Bacon Feast” dishes that will hold appeal for your diners now AND throughout the coming year.
- Judging & Winner Announcement: A panel of judges will review entries to determine the Grand Prize and Runner-Up Prize winners. Results will be announced on December 31st.
Looking for a little inspiration? Follow Tender Belly on Instagram for recipes, ideas, and videos. And watch Mikel Anthony make a Bacon Feast of his own in the Chef’s Roll Test Kitchen.
REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED
Terms and conditions apply. The full contest rules can be found here.
PRIZES
- One Grand Prize Winner will receive a custom chef knife from Meglio Knives along with $500 USD cash.
- Two Runner Up Prize Winners will each receive a custom chef knife from Meglio Knives along with $250 USD cash.
Why Tender Belly for Foodservice?
- Crafted with Care: Tender Belly bacon is dry rubbed with fresh spices and smoked with natural hardwood for an unmatched #CrazyTasty flavor.
- Pure Flavor: No artificial additives—just thick-cut, meaty bacon seasoned to perfection with real chili flakes and Vermont maple sugar.
- Authentic and Bold: Experience the rich, smoky taste of Tender Belly bacon, crafted the right way with premium ingredients and true craftsmanship.
- Healthier Choice: Tender Belly bacon is uncured and free from nitrates and nitrites, offering a natural, delicious, and healthier option.
- Meaty Goodness: Their thick-cut slices are packed with more meat and bold flavors, thanks to their no-water-added process and fresh spice blend.
- Premium Quality: Tender Belly’s commitment to quality shines through in every bite of their #CrazyTasty, thick-cut bacon.
- Flavor Without Compromise: Enjoy the bold, rich taste of Tender Belly bacon—seasoned with fresh spices and smoked with natural hardwood.
- The Right Way: Their bacon is crafted with fresh spices, natural hardwood smoke, and no artificial additives for a truly superior flavor.
- Unmatched Taste: Tender Belly bacon combines freshly ground spices and premium ingredients to deliver a rich, smoky, and meaty experience.
- Bold and Delicious: Savor the rich flavors of Tender Belly bacon, meticulously crafted with real ingredients and no shortcuts.
Images courtesy Chef’s Roll, Tender Belly, and Meglio.
