EPISODE · Oct 15, 2025 · 1H 19M
Ep. 88 | Barbecue Hospitality with Puerto Rican Soul w/ Christopher Prieto of Prime BBQ
from The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast · host Black Smoke Barbecue
🔥 Welcome to The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast – where flavor, culture, and community come together at the pit. 🔥In this inspiring episode, host Brandon and co-host Tee sit down with Christopher Prieto, the pitmaster and owner of Prime Barbecue and Prime STQ, to explore his incredible journey through the world of barbecue. From blending Texas, North Carolina, and Puerto Rican influences to launching a new dining concept that redefines what barbecue can be, Christopher shares how family, culture, and education fuel his passion for the craft.🍖 Inside This Episode:Why barbecue embodies culture and communityHow moving and adapting can open doors to new opportunitiesThe connection between family heritage and culinary creativityBlending Tex-Mex and Puerto Rican flavors into traditional barbecueLessons from competition BBQ and the importance of resilienceThe story behind Prime STQ, where barbecue meets steakhouseBuilding a restaurant during the COVID-19 pandemic and staying resilientThe role of hospitality—why great service matters as much as great foodSignature dishes that honor family roots, like Barbecue Rice, inspired by his motherThe creation of The Ultimate School of Barbecue, teaching pitmasters of all levelsHow education and mentorship strengthen the barbecue communityWhy legacy in barbecue is about more than just food—it’s about connection🔥 Whether you’re a pitmaster, a foodie, or someone chasing your dream, this episode is packed with lessons in resilience, flavor, and family tradition.👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to keep the fire burning and support BBQ culture around the world.#BlackSmokeBBQ #ChristopherPrieto #PrimeBarbecue #PrimeSTQ #BBQPodcast #BarbecueCulture #TexMexBBQ #PuertoRicanBBQ #CompetitionBBQ #UltimateSchoolOfBarbecue #BarbecueEducation #BlackPitmasters #BBQCommunity #GrillAndGrow #BarbecueLegacyChapters00:00 Introduction to Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast06:17 Meet Christopher Prieto: A Fusion of Barbecue Traditions14:24 Incorporating Puerto Rican Flavors into Barbecue21:48 The Journey into Competition Barbecue25:31 The Leap of Faith: Opening Prime During COVID30:17 Hospitality: The Heart of Barbecue36:09 Primo Latin Cuisine: A Culinary Fusion51:37 Prime STQ: Redefining the Steakhouse Experience54:28 Reimagining the Steakhouse Experience01:00:37 Creating a Family-Friendly Dining Atmosphere01:04:58 Lessons from Competition Barbecue01:07:51 The Ultimate School of Barbecue01:15:54 Exciting Future Ventures
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🔥 Welcome to The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast – where flavor, culture, and community come together at the pit. 🔥In this inspiring episode, host Brandon and co-host Tee sit down with Christopher Prieto, the pitmaster and owner of Prime Barbecue and Prime STQ, to explore his incredible journey through the world of barbecue. From blending Texas, North Carolina, and Puerto Rican influences to launching a new dining concept that redefines what barbecue can be, Christopher shares how family, culture, and education fuel his passion for the craft.🍖 Inside This Episode:Why barbecue embodies culture and communityHow moving and adapting can open doors to new opportunitiesThe connection between family heritage and culinary creativityBlending Tex-Mex and Puerto Rican flavors into traditional barbecueLessons from competition BBQ and the importance of resilienceThe story behind Prime STQ, where barbecue meets steakhouseBuilding a restaurant during the COVID-19 pandemic and staying resilientThe role of hospitality—why great service matters as much as great foodSignature dishes that honor family roots, like Barbecue Rice, inspired by his motherThe creation of The Ultimate School of Barbecue, teaching pitmasters of all levelsHow education and mentorship strengthen the barbecue communityWhy legacy in barbecue is about more than just food—it’s about connection🔥 Whether you’re a pitmaster, a foodie, or someone chasing your dream, this episode is packed with lessons in resilience, flavor, and family tradition.👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to keep the fire burning and support BBQ culture around the world.#BlackSmokeBBQ #ChristopherPrieto #PrimeBarbecue #PrimeSTQ #BBQPodcast #BarbecueCulture #TexMexBBQ #PuertoRicanBBQ #CompetitionBBQ #UltimateSchoolOfBarbecue #BarbecueEducation #BlackPitmasters #BBQCommunity #GrillAndGrow #BarbecueLegacyChapters00:00 Introduction to Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast06:17 Meet Christopher Prieto: A Fusion of Barbecue Traditions14:24 Incorporating Puerto Rican Flavors into Barbecue21:48 The Journey into Competition Barbecue25:31 The Leap of Faith: Opening Prime During COVID30:17 Hospitality: The Heart of Barbecue36:09 Primo Latin Cuisine: A Culinary Fusion51:37 Prime STQ: Redefining the Steakhouse Experience54:28 Reimagining the Steakhouse Experience01:00:37 Creating a Family-Friendly Dining Atmosphere01:04:58 Lessons from Competition Barbecue01:07:51 The Ultimate School of Barbecue01:15:54 Exciting Future Ventures
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Ep. 88 | Barbecue Hospitality with Puerto Rican Soul w/ Christopher Prieto of Prime BBQ
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