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From Triumph to Tragedy: Looking Back on the Elks Arch in Downtown Dallas
Built for the 1908 Elks National Convention, the structure played a role in the lynching of Allen Brooks, which the city will finally recognize with a memorial. Read Story
At The Shed Market in Abilene, Family Tradition Means Smoky Barbecue
Hollis and Betty Dean first made it onto the top 50 barbecue list 21 years ago. Now, their grandson serves up classic Dean family recipes—with impressive new twists. Read Story
Smoky Brisket and Massive Beef Ribs Make for a Tasty Side Hustle at Reveille Barbecue Co.
Every weekend, pitmasters James McFarland and Michael Michna roll up their sleeves and start serving up barbecue in Magnolia. Read Story
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The peppery ribs and cream ales are both worth going out of your way for.
Former Maiya's chef Mark Scott and his partners have created something special with inventive sides and memorable smoked meat.
The Terrell pitmaster will serve smoked meats and sides to an estimated 10,000 people. Good thing he brought his 28-foot-long cutting board.
Enjoy the ribeye and take a moment to enjoy the small-town atmosphere in Poth.
Plus, how to cook with liquid smoke and stories from Schmidt Family Barbecue.
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Pair Brisket With a Local West Texas Beer at Brick Vault Brewery & Barbecue
The peppery ribs and cream ales are both worth going out of your way for.
With Convenience West, Marfa Finally Has a Real BBQ Joint, and It’s a Work of Art
Former Maiya's chef Mark Scott and his partners have created something special with inventive sides and memorable smoked meat.
After 45 Years, Wiatrek’s Still Serves Up Worthwhile Barbecued Beef on Saturday Mornings
Enjoy the ribeye and take a moment to enjoy the small-town atmosphere in Poth.
At Butter’s BBQ in Mathis, Prize Brisket and Smoked Barbacoa Rely on Family Wisdom
Pitmaster Andrew Soto serves up tasty meats to a growing crowd of regulars, with help from his mom and brother—plus some key advice from dad.
Top 50 BBQ Joints
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The best ten barbecue joints in Texas. Read Story
Small Town Smokers
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Small Town Smokers: Momma Jean’s BBQ
Momma Jean’s BBQ in Lampasas, which opened a little more than a year ago, is named after gregarious pitmaster Johnny Walker’s 89-year-old mother, who taught him how to cook.
Small Town Smokers: Laird’s Bar-B-Q
Meet Kenneth Laird, the man behind Laird's Bar-B-Q in Llano.
Small Town Smokers: Pit Stop Bar-B-Q
Owner and pitmaster Kim Dunn opened Pit Stop Bar-B-Q in Temple in 2010, after working for decades in fast food. You can order brisket and crunchy coleslaw, or taste Korean flavors in dishes like galbi beef ribs, kimchi-spiked jambalaya, and dumplings.
Small Town Smokers: Nelson’s BBQ
“Everybody always said, Nate, you are crazy. You cannot do that. And now you have Nelson’s BBQ.” Nathaniel Nelson, with the help of his wife and three kids, is upholding traditional barbecue at his San Antonio-based food truck.
Best Bites
The Burger at LeRoy and Lewis Is Hard to Top
The Austin barbecue truck smokes and sears its patties to just the right tenderness. But don't ask for one at lunch.
Brisket Pastrami at New York Sub
After buying his favorite sandwich shop, owner Andrew Kelley introduces house-made pastrami to the menu.
Where to Find the Best Pork Steaks in Texas
When it's on the menu at a barbecue joint, you'll want to order this underused cut. Trust us.
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Recipes
How to Smoke Brisket on a Weber Grill
The secret lies in an old barbecue trick.
My Quest to Conjure Up Devil Sauce
Using history as a guide—especially Frank X. Tolbert's priceless Texas reporting—I set out to create the ideal BBQ complement.
The Best Wurst Christmas Tree Ever
Move over, fruitcake. Turn sausage into the hallmark of your next holiday party.
Barbecue and Chili Come Together in an Easy Recipe
The perfect Frito pie awaits! Skip hours of cooking time by bringing home the brisket (and a few other key ingredients) from your favorite BBQ joint.
Smoked in Texas
Lamb Ribs at 18th & Vine Are a Rare Treat
The Dallas barbecue joint is offering a smoked mutton rack, with an Ethiopian-inspired rub, now through Sunday.
Koko Ramen
Quick study Cade Mercer's pitmaster background brings the smoke to this Japanese staple at his new food truck in Waco.
Tri Tip Grill
At the Dallas Cowboys' Star complex, the barbecue comes from California.
Lyle Bento’s Hawaiian BBQ Bathtub
Traditional kalua pork in Houston.
