Kevin Bludso Bio | Wiki
Kevin Bludso is an American television personality, chef, and restaurateur. Before he entered the food industry, Kevin served as a correctional officer for a period of thirteen years. In 2008, he launched Bludso’s BBQ in Compton serving as its pitmaster. However, the restaurant shut down in September 2016 after a dispute arose between him and the landlord.
In 2020, Kevin served as a judge on the Netflix series titled The American Barbecue Showdown. The series was filmed in Covington, Georgia and it premiered on Netflix on September 18, 2020. The series was renewed for a second season in August 2021. Contestants came from every part of America and the winner of the Barbecue Cook-off was to be crowned American Barbecue Champion.
The competition began with 8 contestants with varying levels of experience at cooking on a barbecue. They had to face challenges cooking in different styles. The contestants were surprised with extra challenges thrown in without notice. The judges included Kevin and Melisa Cookston. The hosts were Rutledge Wood and Lyric Lewis. Currently, he owns other restaurants in Hollywood and Melbourne, Australia.
Kevin Bludso Age
He was born in1965 in Compton, California, United States of America. Kevin is 57 years old.
Kevin Bludso Height
He is a man of below-average stature. Kevin stands at the height of 5 ft 4 in ( Approx 1.6m).
Kevin Bludso Family
He was born to his parents in 1965 in Compton, California. His dad served as a police officer at the Los Angeles Police Department while his mother was a postal service worker. Kevin lived with his aunt, Willie Mae Fields, in Corsicana, Texas during summer vacations. His aunt introduced him to Texas-style barbecue and was allowed to help with cooking as young as nine years old.
Kevin Bludso Wife
He is a married man and a father as well. Although he does not share his personal life with the public, Kevin did mention in one of the interviews that he is a father. He said I enjoyed playing football, but I still think about it now. I tell my kids “Don’t get comfortable in what you do.”
Kevin Bludso Awards
In 2013, he appeared as a guest in the tv show called Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives. In 2015 and 2021, he appeared in Bar Rescue. in 2019, Kevin appeared in Fire Masters as a judge and also appeared in BBQ Brawl as a contestant but was eliminated in season one. As a chef, Kevin has won Steve Harvey Hoodie Award twice.
Kevin Bludso Bar Rescue | Restaurant | Australia
He launched his small takeout BBQ stand in Compton, California in 2008. Since then, the restaurant grew into an international empire. It consists of a flagship restaurant, Bar & Que in Hollywood, a sprawling restaurant and bar called San Antone in the Crown Casino in Melbourne, Australia, and concession stands at the LAFC Soccer Stadium, a location in Proud Bird by LAX.
Kevin Bludso Cookbook
His cookbook titled A FAMILY AFFAIR IN SMOKE AND SOUL contains cooking methods. It gives detailed look at the family, community, and Texas BBQ in 90 different recipes and also stories from the famous pitmaster as well as a restaurateur behind Kevin’s BBQ. In the book, Kevin teaches his readers everything they need to know about BBQ eg choosing, seasoning, trimming, as well as cleaning the pit, and the best way of selecting brisket, ribs, and sausages.
He also outlines all the rubs that one needs. He as well shares 90 different delicious recipes for main meats including BBQ Lamb Leg, Spicy Curried Oxtails, Blackened Catfish, Buffalo Rib Tips, and Grilled Mojo Shrimp, and Sides including Down Home Mac & Cheese, Creole Cabbage, and Pinto Beans. Desserts such as Kevin’s famous Hennessy on the Rocks, Buttermilk Pie, and Mom’s Banana Pudding. The book also contains mouthwatering photographs
Kevin Bludso Bbq Rub Recipe
Ingredients for BBQ Sauce
– 2 cups Tomato purée
– 1/2 cup Chili powder
– 1 tsp Sage
– 1/2 cup of chopped onions
– 1 tsp garlic, chopped
– 1/4 cup garlic powder
– 1/4 cup onion powder
– 1 tsp pepper
– 1 cup molasses
– 1/2 cup white vinegar
– 1/4 cup worcestershire sauce
– 1 cup brown sugar
Ingredients for Potato Salad
– 10 chopped Idaho potatoes
– 6 eggs
– 1/2 cup relish
– 1/4 cup chopped onions
– 1/4 cup chopped celery
– 1/4 cup yellow mustard
– 1 cup mayo
– salt and pepper to taste
Kevin Bludso Net Worth
As an American television personality, chef, and restaurateur, he has accumulated good wealth. Kevin has an estimated net worth of $4.5 million.
Who Is Kevin Bludso
Kevin is an American television personality, chef, and restaurateur. He served as a correctional officer for a period of thirteen years prior to entering the food industry. In 2008, he launched Bludso’s BBQ in Compton serving as its pitmaster. However, the restaurant shut down in September 2016 after a dispute arose between him and the landlord.
How Old Is Kevin Bludso
Kevin is a 57-year-old American television personality, chef, and restaurateur who was born in1965 in Compton, California, United States.