David W. Anderson, better known as “Famous Dave,” is the Native American barbecue trailblazer who founded a global empire.
- Founder of Famous Dave’s, the legendary barbecue franchise with over 120 restaurants worldwide
- Author of Famous Dave’s Barbecue Party Cookbook
- Founder of Old Southern BBQ Smokehouse, currently operating five locations across Minnesota and Wisconsin
- Winner of Smoked, a barbecue competition series that aired on Destination America
- Host of the Famous Dave’s All-Star BBQ Series launched in collaboration with the World Food Championships