Gumbo Ya-Ya - Escambia County
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Florida hosts Gumbo Ya-Ya at Seville Quarter in Downtown Pensacola - a flavorful event where amateur and professional teams compete for bragging rights as the best gumbo makers in town! Each three-person team is required to make their gumbo from scratch, and a panel of judges has the tough job of scoring each dish based on taste, smell, color, and consistency. Trophies are awarded to the top three teams, making it a spirited and delicious competition.
Guests have the opportunity to sample dozens of gumbo varieties by visiting the chefs' tables, turning the event into a true celebration of flavor - all while supporting a great cause. All proceeds benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Florida.
Sponsorship opportunities are available. For more information, please contact our Director of Development, Lori Oswald, at loswald@bbbsnwfl.org. Details on our 2026 event coming soon - stay tuned!
Congratulations to our 2025 Winners!
Judge's Choice:
1st Place: Seville Quarter
2nd Place: Happy Pig
3rd Place: Solaris Healthcare Pensacola
People's Choice:
1st Place: Solaris Healthcare Pensacola
2nd Place: Silly Monkeys
3rd Place: Louisiana Gumbreauxs
Showmanship:
1st Place: Peace, Love & Gumbo
2nd Place: Solaris Healthcare Pensacola
