Sezon 3

The contestants kick off the competition by cooking a bone-in protein and two side dishes that reflect their unique styles and personal stories.

Legendary pitmaster Tuffy Stone joins the judging panel as the cooks prepare beer-infused dishes that hop with flavor.

The competition heats up as the Trench returns for a twist-filled challenge celebrating flavors from around the world.

Facing elimination, two pitmasters duel it out in a fiery fish cook-off. Afterward, the remaining contestants gear up to satisfy hungry tailgaters.

Chef Matty Matheson ("The Bear") encourages the pitmasters to turn down the heat and whip up an original fast-food recipe using slow-cooking techniques.

In their toughest challenge to date, the final four attempt to out-smoke their fellow competitors in an epic beef brisket showdown.

Chef and acclaimed author Kwame Onwuachi joins the judges for a Sunday supper that showcases each pitmaster's family traditions.

The finalists craft dream menus for their very own barbecue joints in a head-to-head battle to claim the coveted grand prize and title.