If you have ever wanted a masterclass in what Texas barbecue is really about, the smell of red oak smoke hitting you from the parking lot is a pretty good place to start. Some spots earn their reputation one plate at a time by treating the smoker with the kind of reverence a chef usually reserves for a fine sauce.
It is the sort of place where every detail feels intentional from the wood selection to the way the brisket is handled. When a backyard passion project evolves into a global destination, you quickly realize that this kind of smoky richness does not happen by accident.
The Story Behind CorkScrew BBQ
A backyard passion project does not usually end up with a Michelin star, but CorkScrew BBQ is not your average backyard project. Will and Nichole Buckman launched their catering business in 2010 with a clear mission: smoke meat the right way, every single time.
Their permanent location on Keith Street in Spring opened in 2011, and the community responded fast…