Luke Darnell- Old Virginia Smoke | The Mayor of BBQ

from BBQ Therapy · host Tavis S Bryant

In this episode of BBQ Therapy, I chat with Luke Darnell from Old Virginia Smoke (based out of Bristow, VA) — heavyweight in the world of competitive BBQ—Luke Darnell, the fire behind Old Virginia Smoke. With titles like the 2016 World Food BBQ Champion and the 2021 American Royal Chicken Champion, over 36 GCs and RGCs, and one of the best chicken cooks in KCBS history, Luke is a force. Alongside his wife Kim, Luke has built not just a winning team, but a brand that fuses world-class food with relentless fun. Let’s get into the fire with The Mayor of BBQ Luke Darnell.

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