The well-known barbecue competition Miller Lite BBQ Grilling Wars returns with a refreshed offering for Puerto Rican audiences.
On Saturday, June 21, 2025, La Plaza de la Independencia, located between the Coliseo Roberto Clemente and the Estadio Hiram Bithorn, will become the setting for the 3rd Annual Miller Lite BBQ Grilling Wars Festival, bringing together more than 30 teams of professional and amateur pitmasters.
This third edition marks a turning point for the festival. With the support of the public and the enthusiastic participation of competitors, the event has become a world-class platform that aims to raise the bar for culinary competitions in Puerto Rico.
The event is produced by PRICEC (Puerto Rico Culinary Events Conglomerate), a company that in 2021 joined forces with Imagenda Puerto Rico, the production agency behind the popular Puerto Rico Pizza & Beer Fest.
Jaime Villamil, principal officer of Imagenda and member of the PRICEC board of directors, notes that after the success of the first two editions, the team has decided to invest significantly in resources and features that position the event alongside the most prestigious BBQ competitions in the world.
A festival for the whole family
Participating teams will compete for attractive cash prizes, trips to competitions in the United States, and the coveted title of best pitmaster team in Puerto Rico.
The event will feature a panel of professional judges that includes well-known local chefs, owners of major BBQ chains in Texas, and a team specially trained to evaluate the different categories.
One of the most significant additions to the panel is renowned Chef Ángel Antonio Muñoz, owner of Barbacoa Smokehouse and runner-up in the "Steak" and "Seafood" categories across two editions of the World Food Championship in Dallas, Texas.
José Franceschini, member of the PRICEC board of directors, previews that more than 4,000 fans will be able to sample grilled and smoked proteins of the highest quality, including St. Louis Ribs, vegetarian options, Pulled Pork, chicken, steak and Beef Brisket, among other items.
Exclusive VIP ticket presale
The exclusive VIP ticket presale will begin at 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, through Gustazos.com. With only 500 spots available, VIP tickets cost $41.00 plus IVU and service fees and will include the following benefits:
All food included
Entry one hour before the event
24oz commemorative cup
$10 Gustazos credit
For more information, the public can follow the event's official accounts on Facebook and Instagram @bbqgrillingwars or call 939-244-2478.
This content was translated with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI).
