Junior Urias Archives

Smoked turkey, brisket, ribs, sausage and sides.

July 15, 2022

After Serving the Oil Fields, This Barbecue Joint Starts Anew in the Hill Country

Up in Smoke BBQ closed its Midland location after the 2020 bust, but it has resurfaced three hours east, in Early, with a new meat market.

By Daniel Vaughn

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May 1, 2019

Midland Finally Has Destination Barbecue at Up in Smoke BBQ Co.

Reality TV competition winner Junior Urias serves standout smoked pork belly at his joint.

By Daniel Vaughn

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April 12, 2014

Texas Talent Coming to BBQ Pitmasters

The fifth season of BBQ Pitmasters will premiere tonight on Destination America at 8:00pm Central. Georgia smoked ham will be the focus, but next week the show is full of Texans. “Lone Star Smoke War,” will air on Saturday, April 19 at 8:00pm Central and will feature three teams

By Daniel Vaughn

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