Meet the Judges

Meet Dan & Josie Naples, co-owners of Fetch BBQ and esteemed Marshfield Community Rib Cook-off Judges.

Owner and Chef of XR Crossroads Sandwiches and the XR BBQ product line, Ben Cutler is classically trained in culinary arts, has cooked professionally in fine-dining and more casual establishments across the continental US. Ben brings his passion for food and giving back to the community as Marshfield Community Rib Cook-off Judge.

Jeff Hills, owner of Healthy Appetites Natural Foods of Plymouth (voted New England’s best health food store) has a passion for good food and giving back to the community. Jeff joins us this year as a Marshfield Community Rib Cook-off Judge.

Bill Minahan is a renowned pitmaster and team captain who is widely regarded as a leading authority and expert in the field of barbecuing. His unwavering commitment to quality and consistency has earned him numerous accolades and recognition, and his passion for barbecuing has inspired countless individuals to pursue their own passions in the sport. Bill’s influence extends far beyond the competition circuit, and he is known for his innovative techniques and unique approach to the craft.

Meet Dan Boisvert, Marshfield Community Rib Cook-off Judge and two-time participant in the American Royal BBQ Competition, the 2nd largest BBQ competition in the United States.

MCRCO Judge John Cataldi is head Chef and owner of Solstice Restaurant and A3 Pizza in Kingston, MA and brings an affinity for BBQ to this year’s panel of judges.

Ken Brown is a long-time resident of Marshfield , an ’86 MHS grad and backyard pit master joining our panel of esteemed judges for this year’s competition

Meet MCRCO Judge Richard Greer who has been grilling for 30+ years and enjoys experimenting with making rubs and sauces. Richard has judged a variety of food competitions over the years, ranging from Chili to Baking and BBQ.

Kevin Convey has been smoking and barbecuing for two decades, and has trained in numerous cooking and baking classes and bootcamps at the Culinary Institute of America and the King Arthur Flour Baking School. He has also co-run a catering business, and now works as a part-time cook for The Foodsmith in South Duxbury. In a prior life, Kevin served as editor in chief of the Boston Herald and editor in chief of the Daily News in New York.

Tom Trainor Co-Founder of the nonprofit Inclusive BBQ Events. MCRCO is thrilled to have her join this year’s panel of judges.

Kathy Trainor is affectionately known as “BBQ MOM” and Co-Founder of the nonprofit Inclusive BBQ Events. MCRCO is thrilled to have her join this year’s panel of judges.