In 2003, Ray
participated in the BBQ World championships in Montego Bay, Jamaica.
Competing among an international contingent of over 30 BBQ masters
and aficionados, he and his partner, Ray Lampe, aka Dr. BBQ of
Florida, placed 3rd in the world in the rib category and fourth
with their sauce in the “Who’s sauce is the Boss”
contest.
Ray is an
avid fan as well as a professional in the craft of open flame
grilling and BBQing. In this FF summer grilling series, he generously
shares some of his own trade secrets and tips for a successful
grilling season. Get ready…Ignite!
Ray and his
former restaurant, Mariposa, was featured in the August 2001 issue
of Wine & Spirits magazine for highlighting the art of the
grill.