We love Tyler Florence and we are watching his 19th season and will be recapping each episode. One of the trucks is from Illinois that we hope to visit soon.

Competing Teams

Sweet-Focused Teams

1. Bug & Bear’s Cannoli – Los Angeles, California

• Members: Joseph Serpico, Matthew Wilson, Dina Pecci
• Specialty: Handmade Italian desserts, particularly cannoli with a “traditionally untraditional” twist entertainmentnow.com+1.

1. Cason Funnel Cakes – Richmond, Virginia

• Members: Terrance Cason, Andre Cason, Morris Green
• Specialty: Extravagant funnel cakes, built from a family tradition and loyal local following entertainmentnow.com+1.

1. Grounds Donut House – Bronx, New York

• Members: Carmela Varotta, Gabriella Amoroso, Stephanie Hill
• Specialty: Gourmet donuts and sweet pastries entertainmentnow.com+1.

1. Stuph’d Beignets & Burgers – New Orleans, Louisiana

• Members: Dionne Lewis, Duana Lawrence, Sherman Clarke
• Specialty: Beignets and creative burger combinations wbd.com.

Savory-Focused Teams

1. Deadproof Pizza Co. – Derry, New Hampshire

• Members: Thomas Lomanno, Dante Marino, Lisa Bosteels
• Specialty: Inventive specialty pizzas, smashburgers, wings, and comfort foods entertainmentnow.com+1.

1. Hele Rolls – Kapolei, Hawaii

• Members: Brittany Lopez, Jasmine Milam, Mari Wills
• Specialty: Savory rolls and Hawaiian-inspired dishes entertainmentnow.com+1.

1. Jollof Bowl – Baltimore, Maryland

• Members: Ethel Kamara, Andrea Kamara, Lekan Oketunji
• Specialty: West African-inspired dishes, including jollof rice bowls entertainmentnow.com+1.

1. Waffadilla – Hampshire, Illinois

• Members: Shawn Peterson, Madison Peterson, Gavin Mari
• Specialty: Savory waffle-based dishes and creative fusion meals

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