Daniel Vaughn

Jul 16, 2018 — By Daniel Vaughn

James Jackson, a Lockhart native, cooks up tender brisket and juicy Kreuz links—plus some New Mexico touches.

Jul 12, 2018 — By Daniel Vaughn

Three large red letters caught my eye at a busy intersection in El Paso, and I knew I’d found the new home for Desert Oak Barbecue. “BBQ” is the only thing written above the door, but it stands out amid the strip center clutter. It’s a big step up from…

Jul 6, 2018 — By Daniel Vaughn

Every other week, Daniel Vaughn compiles the latest in barbecue news and unearths a few surprises. Here’s the roundup for June 22–July 5.

Jul 3, 2018 — By Daniel Vaughn

The talented Andrew Samia finally gets a pit of his own at this new joint on Mission Road.

Jul 2, 2018 — By Daniel Vaughn

One of the best 'new' places in the state serves excellent smoked meat and a mean mac and cheese.

Jun 30, 2018 — By Daniel Vaughn

Pappas is embracing craft barbecue with dishes like deep-fried brisket crab cakes.

Jun 29, 2018 — By Daniel Vaughn

Armenian native Ara Malekian has created something special in Richmond. Don’t miss the beef ribs—or the coffee.

Jun 27, 2018 — By Daniel Vaughn

Tune in for the pilot episode of our BBQ editor’s look at barbecue in Texas and beyond.

Jun 22, 2018 — By Daniel Vaughn

Plus: High school pitmasters start early, female Texas pitmasters get their due, and all pitmasters have more to do than ever before.

Jun 22, 2018 — By Daniel Vaughn

Wyatt McSpadden’s latest collection of photographs is a call to action to explore and discover the joints you find on the backroads and in small towns.

Jun 21, 2018 — By Daniel Vaughn

It might be in a food court, but this Houston joint is the real deal. Don't miss veggie dishes like Moroccan spiced carrots and corn salad.

Jun 19, 2018 — By Daniel Vaughn

The “Green Books” guides helped black tourists avoid humiliation—and worse.

Jun 18, 2018 — By Daniel Vaughn

Flooding from Hurricane Harvey didn't shut down Jim Buchanan's barbecue for long.

Jun 13, 2018 — By Daniel Vaughn

Bourdain looked for the good in people—and he recognized how food can help us understand what we all share.

Jun 13, 2018 — By Daniel Vaughn

After a tragedy in the pit room in 2017, it didn't take long for Franklin Barbecue to rebound—or for the lines to start forming again.

Jun 9, 2018 — By Daniel Vaughn

Here’s a primer to the language of African American barbecue joints in Texas.

Jun 8, 2018 — By Daniel Vaughn

The truck by Willow Villarreal and Jasmine Barela at Big Star Bar is worth the trip by itself.

Jun 7, 2018 — By Daniel Vaughn

Plus: San Antonio's highs and lows, Loro loses a chef but adds a burger to the menu, and Moonshine U is a real thing.

Jun 6, 2018 — By Daniel Vaughn

Says longtime pitmaster George 'Slim' Miller: 'If that meat don’t feel you, and you don’t feel that meat, ain’t nobody gonna enjoy it.'

Jun 1, 2018 — By Daniel Vaughn

The descendants of the late Roy Burns do the institution proud with stuffed potatoes, rib sandwiches, and other favorites.

May 31, 2018 — By Daniel Vaughn

With its new, larger location, this Third Ward joint’s fried seafood is just as good as its smoked meats.

May 24, 2018 — By Daniel Vaughn

Where the sweet treats—from mile-high pies and masterful banana pudding to cookie sandwiches—are so tempting you might just skip the meat.

May 24, 2018 — By Daniel Vaughn

Plus: barbecue summer camp, protest through barbecue, possible barbecue cannibalism, and much, much more.

May 17, 2018 — By Daniel Vaughn

Assistant coach Josema Bazan cooks up recipes from his native Argentina and other countries as part of this special team tradition.

May 16, 2018 — By Daniel Vaughn

Now that large chains are required to post nutritional info, it’s best to look away. But there are some good options (and we don’t mean the three-bean salad).

May 12, 2018 — By Daniel Vaughn

The chef's Netflix series is so thoughtful and sophisticated when talking tacos or pizza. So what gives?

May 11, 2018 — By Daniel Vaughn

You’ll find excellent meats and inventive sides for a bargain price at talented pitmaster Dustin Pustka’s BBQ truck.

May 10, 2018 — By Daniel Vaughn

Plus: Southside Market will expand in Hutto, corn is enjoying a side-dish renaissance, and much, much more.

May 7, 2018 — By Daniel Vaughn

The Austin barbecue truck smokes and sears its patties to just the right tenderness. But don't ask for one at lunch.

Apr 27, 2018 — By Daniel Vaughn

The Austin-based barbecue joint says an eviction notice stemmed from unheeded safety issues. The club owner says she’s fixing them.

Apr 27, 2018 — By Daniel Vaughn

Sid Miller gets an answer on the Barbecue Bill, Killen’s will start taking reservations, and Plano gets a new joint.

Apr 24, 2018 — By Daniel Vaughn

After buying his favorite sandwich shop, owner Andrew Kelley introduces house-made pastrami to the menu.

Apr 21, 2018 — By Daniel Vaughn

Inspired by several pilgrimages to the Lone Star State, the owners of Madrid's New York Burger invited me to try their "brisquet."

Apr 12, 2018 — By Daniel Vaughn

What food writers are saying about Aaron Franklin, pastrami, Davila's, and more.

Apr 10, 2018 — By Daniel Vaughn

Pitmaster Cody Wingman jump-starts his new career with this appealing joint in the former Peete Mesquite home.

Apr 5, 2018 — By Daniel Vaughn

Owner and pitmaster Johnny Walker’s no-frills menu includes tender, smoky ribs and a sauce with ”some stuff going on.”

Apr 4, 2018 — By Daniel Vaughn

The bavette exemplifies Aaron Franklin and Tyson Cole's ambitious collaboration.

Mar 30, 2018 — By Daniel Vaughn

Ruby’s pit finds a home, Micklethwait is opening in Smithville, and other headlines you need to know.

Mar 29, 2018 — By Daniel Vaughn

The Dallas barbecue joint is offering a smoked mutton rack, with an Ethiopian-inspired rub, now through Sunday.

Mar 24, 2018 — By Daniel Vaughn

The Houston mainstay, which opened in 1946, is deservedly famous for what comes out of the fryer. But the barbecue is good, too.

Mar 23, 2018 — By Daniel Vaughn

Located where Heim BBQ originally launched, this food truck at Republic Street Bar is the best new joint in the city.

Mar 21, 2018 — By Daniel Vaughn

With its meat cooked on-site and an eye-catching exhaust system, Houston's new Q is a first-class joint.

Mar 15, 2018 — By Daniel Vaughn

Smoked-meat news from Texas and beyond.

Mar 9, 2018 — By Daniel Vaughn

Ready for this jelly: Pig ears provide most of the gelatin in the Beaumont restaurant's version, which is heavy on the meat.

Mar 7, 2018 — By Daniel Vaughn

It started with a sad photo of brisket.

Mar 1, 2018 — By Daniel Vaughn

Smoked meat news from Texas and beyond.

Mar 1, 2018 — By Daniel Vaughn

When it's on the menu at a barbecue joint, you'll want to order this underused cut. Trust us.

Feb 23, 2018 — By Daniel Vaughn

Two Texan treasures come together in this magical dish, but it's not always easy to find. Here's where to start.

Feb 21, 2018 — By Daniel Vaughn

Co-founder Aaron Franklin says he's excited about the four-day food and music extravaganza, happening this May in Austin.

Feb 16, 2018 — By Daniel Vaughn

Smoked meat news from Texas and beyond.