Tues 9/23 | RODNEY SCOTT’S x PRIME BARBECUE
Who: Host Pitmaster Tyler Ashton and Guest Pitmaster Christopher Prieto of Prime Barbecue, Knightdale NC
When: Tuesday, September 23
Where: Rodney Scott’s BBQ
When Pitmasters have the chance to veer off the traditional bbq menus at their restaurants, the result is a smoky, unexpected plate of deliciousness. The tradition of pitmasters cooking at festivals across the country, and the slow nature of the cooking process, means that they get to hang out—a lot. Real bbq takes a long time so there are conversations swapped during the process that results in friendships and collaborations. Experience the flavor that happens when two great pitmasters, Chris, and Tyler, join forces and serve up their “off the menu” creations.
More about the guest: Christopher Prieto is a celebrated pitmaster, cookbook author, TV personality, and “40 Under 40” award winner known for his destination-worthy Prime Barbecue in Knightdale, North Carolina. Since opening Prime Barbecue in 2020, Prieto has earned accolades such as Southern Living’s “South’s Top 50 Barbecue Joints” and Texas Monthly’s recognition as a top Texas-style BBQ spot outside Texas.
Blending his Puerto Rican heritage with his Texas roots and North Carolina home, Prieto expanded in 2023 with Primo Latin Cuisine, and will launch Prime STQ in 2025, a steakhouse-barbecue fusion. A Master Certified Barbecue Judge and multiple grand champion, Prieto’s 14-year competitive career includes appearances on Food Network’s BBQ Pitmasters, BBQ Brawl, and Chopped.
Author of Southern Living’s Ultimate Book of BBQ, Prieto’s restaurants serve a variety of authentic barbecue styles crafted with custom smokers and family-inspired scratch sides. Committed to sharing his passion, he teaches sold-out classes and supports veterans through the Wounded Warriors Project.
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