Roy Perez Retires After 40 Years at Kreuz | San Antonio News

Roy Perez, the legendary pitmaster at Kreuz Market in Lockhart, is retiring after nearly 40 years of smoking Texas barbecue — and he’s getting a Hall of Fame sendoff for his mastery. Starting with no experience at 24, he perfected brisket, sausage, and that signature simple rub of salt, pepper, and cayenne. Even after surviving a stroke last year, he’s still proud of his craft and won’t change a thing. Fans are lining up to say goodbye on his final day, September 5 — a true end of an era for Texas BBQ. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/50014444bd96a23e