This Austin Trailer Is Gaining Customers (and Notoriety) With a Brisket Crunchwrap
Bored of "just a barbecue platter," Cade Mercer has created an experimental new menu at his CM Smokehouse trailer in Austin.
Daniel Vaughn is the author of The Prophets of Smoked Meat: A Journey Through Texas Barbecue, the coauthor of Whole Hog BBQ: The Gospel of Carolina Barbecue, and the barbecue editor at Texas Monthly. He has traveled the world sampling smoked meats at over 1,800 barbecue joints, most of which are in Texas.
Bored of "just a barbecue platter," Cade Mercer has created an experimental new menu at his CM Smokehouse trailer in Austin.
Daniel Vaughn is the country’s first barbecue editor, and he has eaten more barbecue than you have.
This "flawless," "spectacular" new barbecue joint serves destination-worthy meats and a delicious Sunday breakfast.
Daniel Vaughn is the country’s first barbecue editor, and he has eaten more barbecue than you have.
John Gutierrez wanted to bring masterful barbecue to his hometown of Beeville, and with his new restaurant, it seems like he's succeeded.
Daniel Vaughn is the country’s first barbecue editor, and he has eaten more barbecue than you have.
Herd immunity means something different at this wildlife refuge in Oklahoma.
Daniel Vaughn is the country’s first barbecue editor, and he has eaten more barbecue than you have.
Plus: free bacon burnt ends, a new location for Smoke Sessions, and yet another project for Blood Bros. BBQ.
Daniel Vaughn is the country’s first barbecue editor, and he has eaten more barbecue than you have.
Green and yellow curries and house-made chili oil accompany the smoked meats at this exciting San Antonio joint.
Daniel Vaughn is the country’s first barbecue editor, and he has eaten more barbecue than you have.
Former fine-dining chef Damien Brockway shows off his barbecue chops and nods to his ancestors with West African spices and unexpected cuts of meat.
Daniel Vaughn is the country’s first barbecue editor, and he has eaten more barbecue than you have.
Plus: The new Austin FC stadium will serve local ’cue, and Young’s BBQ suffers a crisis.
Daniel Vaughn is the country’s first barbecue editor, and he has eaten more barbecue than you have.
But the real winner is a burger that almost didn't make it on the menu.
Daniel Vaughn is the country’s first barbecue editor, and he has eaten more barbecue than you have.
Award-winning food writer Adrian Miller highlights their contributions in ‘Black Smoke.’
Daniel Vaughn is the country’s first barbecue editor, and he has eaten more barbecue than you have.
His family plans to keep his barbecue joint-slash-convenience store open. Plus, restaurant owners reflect on a year of pandemic barbecue.
Daniel Vaughn is the country’s first barbecue editor, and he has eaten more barbecue than you have.
The adventurous joint, newly opened in Crockett, is here to take back the crown from big-city barbecue.
Daniel Vaughn is the country’s first barbecue editor, and he has eaten more barbecue than you have.
Our barbecue editor reviews the joint’s loaded tater tots, meaty pinto beans, and more, coming soon to multiple Wichita Falls locations.
Daniel Vaughn is the country’s first barbecue editor, and he has eaten more barbecue than you have.
Plus: Meshack’s BBQ works to recover, Texas Twinkies, and 17,000 pounds of chicken.
Daniel Vaughn is the country’s first barbecue editor, and he has eaten more barbecue than you have.
“It’s like wrapping a brisket at 130 degrees and saying it’s good enough because the bark is set."
Daniel Vaughn is the country’s first barbecue editor, and he has eaten more barbecue than you have.
One of the best new barbecue restaurants in Texas isn’t serving up Texas barbecue.
Daniel Vaughn is the country’s first barbecue editor, and he has eaten more barbecue than you have.
Plus, families grilling in the cold, gas-station barbecue recommendations, and a poorly timed opening week.
Daniel Vaughn is the country’s first barbecue editor, and he has eaten more barbecue than you have.
When I was growing up, Dr Pepper was a rare indulgence. Now it’s a reminder of how far I’ve come.
Daniel Vaughn is the country’s first barbecue editor, and he has eaten more barbecue than you have.
Come for the meat, but stay for the key lime pie, two-layer chocolate caramel cake, and massive cookies.
Daniel Vaughn is the country’s first barbecue editor, and he has eaten more barbecue than you have.
You’ll need a nap after the loaded sandwiches, stuffed baked potatoes, and more from this family-owned spot.
Daniel Vaughn is the country’s first barbecue editor, and he has eaten more barbecue than you have.
One of television’s favorite pitmasters has signed on to Preserve the Pit, a fellowship that hopes to continue the legacy of Black barbecue.
Daniel Vaughn is the country’s first barbecue editor, and he has eaten more barbecue than you have.
New schools are offering multiple ways to learn how to be a pitmaster, plus a rocket scientist’s take on barbecue.
Daniel Vaughn is the country’s first barbecue editor, and he has eaten more barbecue than you have.
The New Orleans–inspired dish is available every day except Sunday, when Mitch Davis preaches at the local Baptist church.
Daniel Vaughn is the country’s first barbecue editor, and he has eaten more barbecue than you have.
This surprising barbecue dish is taking over local menus—and it's so good, our barbecue editor developed his own recipe.
Daniel Vaughn is the country’s first barbecue editor, and he has eaten more barbecue than you have.
This low and slow cooking technique locks in smoky flavor and juicy, tender meat.
Daniel Vaughn is the country’s first barbecue editor, and he has eaten more barbecue than you have.
Plus, Snow's reopens, Killen's expands, and an honest pitmaster job posting.
Daniel Vaughn is the country’s first barbecue editor, and he has eaten more barbecue than you have.
Tomball's Tejas Chocolate & Barbecue is one of the best smoked-meat joints in the state, but it pours its heart into its bean-to-bar confections.
Daniel Vaughn is the country’s first barbecue editor, and he has eaten more barbecue than you have.
Smoked turkey legs have broken out of the State Fair and onto menus across the state.
Daniel Vaughn is the country’s first barbecue editor, and he has eaten more barbecue than you have.
One secret is pitmaster Pedro Garcia, who started at Big Al's as a dishwasher over 40 years ago.
Daniel Vaughn is the country’s first barbecue editor, and he has eaten more barbecue than you have.
Plus, Houston’s most anticipated restaurant openings for 2021, Fidel Castro in a cowboy hat, and the end of #BrisketGate.
Daniel Vaughn is the country’s first barbecue editor, and he has eaten more barbecue than you have.
From brown gravy sauce to pecan pie with brisket, joints from Denison to Gainesville provide lots of solid (and surprising) options.
Daniel Vaughn is the country’s first barbecue editor, and he has eaten more barbecue than you have.
Hint: “Trim all visible fat."
Daniel Vaughn is the country’s first barbecue editor, and he has eaten more barbecue than you have.
Plus, mask shirkers in Abilene and Greg Abbott's shocking barbecue tab.
Daniel Vaughn is the country’s first barbecue editor, and he has eaten more barbecue than you have.
Even in 2020, Texas managed to turn out superlative barbecue. Our barbecue editor picks his favorite bites of brisket, spare ribs, sausage, and more, from all across the state.
Daniel Vaughn is the country’s first barbecue editor, and he has eaten more barbecue than you have.
The Fort Worth joint is now serving Wagyu brisket on a biscuit from you'll never guess where.
Daniel Vaughn is the country’s first barbecue editor, and he has eaten more barbecue than you have.
A warning from the National Restaurant Association. Plus, Austin kicked off its annual 12 Days of Smoked Meat.
Daniel Vaughn is the country’s first barbecue editor, and he has eaten more barbecue than you have.
Mechanic turned pitmaster Randy Estrada and his wife Tessa created a menu of uniquely flavored meats and sides at the Creedmoor truck.
Daniel Vaughn is the country’s first barbecue editor, and he has eaten more barbecue than you have.
Jordan Jackson once ran the pits at one of the best joints in the state—Bodacious Bar-B-Q, in Longview—but he says the drinking and the pressure were too much. Now he’s working for Aaron Franklin as he starts to rebuild his life.
Daniel Vaughn is the country’s first barbecue editor, and he has eaten more barbecue than you have.
The Del Valle truck serves a well-executed barbecue menu, and its owners are hoping this is just the start.
Daniel Vaughn is the country’s first barbecue editor, and he has eaten more barbecue than you have.
Plus, pork processing plant managers behaving badly and $2,000 brisket.
Daniel Vaughn is the country’s first barbecue editor, and he has eaten more barbecue than you have.
Equipment, accessories, and treats for the home barbecue chef in your life.
Daniel Vaughn is the country’s first barbecue editor, and he has eaten more barbecue than you have.
The Austin trailer is serving up a small, focused menu after narrowly escaping a pandemic-induced closing in April.
Daniel Vaughn is the country’s first barbecue editor, and he has eaten more barbecue than you have.
The first bite of one of Trey Felton’s cold-smoked, dry-aged ribeyes made our barbecue editor laugh with joy.
Daniel Vaughn is the country’s first barbecue editor, and he has eaten more barbecue than you have.
A fire at the meat processing plant means no turkey for 200,000 customers. Plus, Feges in Houston now ships nationwide.
Daniel Vaughn is the country’s first barbecue editor, and he has eaten more barbecue than you have.
Plus, our very own BBQ Fest culminates in a virtual backyard barbecue this Sunday.
Daniel Vaughn is the country’s first barbecue editor, and he has eaten more barbecue than you have.
The Houston barbecue joint keeps regulars on their toes with an ever-changing menu that calls on Hawaiian, Chinese, and Texan flavors.
Daniel Vaughn is the country’s first barbecue editor, and he has eaten more barbecue than you have.
Kevin Mason has gone from selling his house-made links out of a patrol car to running an impressive joint in Houston.
Daniel Vaughn is the country’s first barbecue editor, and he has eaten more barbecue than you have.
The connections we make with some barbecue restaurants go way beyond brisket and chopped beef sandwiches.
Daniel Vaughn is the country’s first barbecue editor, and he has eaten more barbecue than you have.
Hays Co. Bar-B-Que in San Marcos is for sale. Plus, Neely’s in Marshall closes after 93 years.
Daniel Vaughn is the country’s first barbecue editor, and he has eaten more barbecue than you have.
The Fulshear restaurant and meat market has spectacularly juicy smoked turkey, excellent sausage, and a peppery house-made mustard. Just don't go on a Tuesday.
Daniel Vaughn is the country’s first barbecue editor, and he has eaten more barbecue than you have.