Pitmaster Aaron Franklin and his wife Stacy first started selling their barbecue from a trailer on the side of an Austin interstate in 2009, and nowadays folks start lining up before dawn, whiling away the hours until the doors of Franklin Barbecue swing open and they can indulge in barbecue that’s been crowned America’s best. Franklin has mastered the fine art of smoking meat in a way that few others have. One forkful and you’ll understand why this is the most sought-after barbecue in America, and why Aaron Franklin was awarded the 2015 James Beard Award for Best Chef: Southwest. Beyond the award-winning restaurant, Aaron Franklin has brought his handmade pit design to the backyard. Franklin Barbecue pits are a meld of artistry, science, and the highest quality materials and craftsmanship. Franklin Barbecue also sells its authentic original recipe barbecue sauces, spice rubs, and other barbecue products and accessories in retail stores and online.