Ep. 010: Ethical BBQ with Pitmaster Evan LeRoy
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Join us on a culinary journey as we sit down with the brilliant Evan LeRoy, pitmaster and co-owner of the renowned LeRoy and Lewis BBQ Truck in Austin, Texas! A force to be reckoned with in the BBQ world, Evan has a fascinating food-fueled story to share, tracing from his days in college to culinary school in Austin and his first barbecue stint in the heart of New York City. And that's just the start - brace yourself for a delicious conversation that touches everything from sustainable BBQ practices to deepening your food experience through hunting.
Imagine transforming a simple food truck into a thriving, sustainable business that serves mouth-watering BBQ and adheres to ethical practices. That's exactly what Evan has achieved with LeRoy and Lewis BBQ. He takes us through the "nose to tail" concept, discussing the use of whole pigs and his plans for an upcoming brick-and-mortar restaurant. We also delve into Evan's unique experiences during 2020, including his quest to learn hunting and the extra steps of wild game butchery vs. the traditional butchering he was familiar with, further deepening his understanding and appreciation for food.
Evan shares insights into his plans, including a new restaurant in South Austin that promises to serve some great food! If you're as passionate about food as we are, you will want to listen to this podcast episode!
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Chapters
1. Barbecue and Outdoor Adventures (00:00:00)
2. Barbecue and Culinary Journey (00:08:00)
3. Sustainable Barbecue Restaurant With Ethical Practices (00:13:16)
4. Adapting and Thriving During the Pandemic (00:23:28)
5. Hunting, Meat, and Future Plans (00:30:24)
6. Impromptu Conversation About Future Discussions (00:40:35)
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