Author: Grace Whitaker

Grace Whitaker brings Texas heat to BBQNews.com with a voice as bold as the smoke rolling out of a Central Texas pit. Based in Austin, Grace has spent years studying the craft from the inside—learning from pitmasters, butchers, and ranchers who define real barbecue culture. Known for her no-nonsense style and sharp eye for detail, Grace covers everything from brisket science and fire management to the personalities shaping the next generation of barbecue. She doesn’t chase trends—she challenges them.