As the state becomes more urban, so does its barbecue. So why does a small-town family feud feel so important?

Texas' population increased by nearly 24%, from roughly 25 million to over 31 million residents, according to the U.S. Census ...

Craft barbecue may get all the headlines, but old-school barbecue is the engine that powers the economy of Texas barbecue.

LOCKHART, Texas (KXAN) — A Lockhart barbecue restaurant earned accolades as one of the country’s best restaurants. Barbs B Q, ...

T]the once common idea that the best Texas barbecue comes from long-running small-town operations is increasingly obsolete. In 2003, the Texas legislature declared Lockhart, a small town about ...

the Texas Monthly Barbecue Fest in Lockhart and the Red Dirt BBQ and Music Festival in Tyler, are usually one meaty day. Lone Star Smokeout is three days. “Over the past 12 years, our team has ...

Additionally, the Texas Live complex is home to Lockhart Smokehouse, which got its start in what's known as the "Barbecue Capital of Texas" between Austin and San Antonio. It’s shaping up to be ...

I've never had such delicious barbecue. You know how they say everything is bigger and better in Texas? Well, I can say that's definitely the case when it comes to the barbeque joints. Sure, I've had ...