Aaron Franklin is the host of BBQ with Franklin and owner and chief firestarter at Austin’s Franklin Barbecue, widely regarded as one of the most influential pitmasters in the U.S. He received ...

He uses offset steel smokers, and he wrote in his most recent book that he sources premium ... Keep in mind that you’re not taking the Aaron Franklin BBQ Brisket Challenge if you do this ...

Franklin's new cookbook, Franklin Barbecue: A Meat-Smoking Manifesto, will be available for purchase at the dinners. In addition, El Jefe Cuban sandwiches will be sold outside the restaurant.