In the historic town of San Juan Capistrano, where Spanish mission architecture and California sunshine create a postcard-perfect setting, something magical is happening that has nothing to do with returning swallows or ancient bells.
Heritage Barbecue has brought authentic Central Texas-style smoked meats to Southern California, and their beef ribs – massive, prehistoric-looking monuments to carnivorous delight – have become the stuff of legend.
Let’s face it – California has many culinary claims to fame, but barbecue has rarely been one of them.
That’s what makes the discovery of Heritage Barbecue feel like stumbling upon buried treasure in your own backyard…