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Heritage BBQ’s Danny Castillo Wants All the Smoke | TAQUEANDO WITH BILL ESPARZA

October 7, 2026·51 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

Heritage Barbecue chef Danny Castillo joins Bill Esparza to explore the forgotten Mexican and Indigenous roots of California barbecue, the legacy of pioneering pitmaster Joe Romero, and how Latino chefs are reshaping American BBQ. Danny also reveals what's next for Heritage Barbecue in San Juan Capistrano, from a historic barn restoration to a new dinner service, and names his three favorite Texas barbecue joints. Plus, Bill recaps some of LA's biggest food events, including Eater Off Menu and Manhattan Beach Food & Wine, and weighs in on Asadero Los Ángeles' decision to regroup following criticism on last week's episode.Produced by Robert Haleblian.

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