Aaron Franklin
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Aaron Franklin

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Aaron Franklin is a native of Bryan, Texas, and the co-owner and cofounder (along with his wife, Stacy) of Franklin Barbecue. Franklin Barbecue opened its doors in 2009, and has since gone on to win many awards, including “Best Barbecue in Texas” from Texas Monthly and “Best Barbecue in America” from Bon Appétit. Franklin is also the host of the PBS series BBQ with Franklin. He and Stacy live in Austin with their daughter, Vivian.

Books by Aaron Franklin
The Complete Franklin Barbecue Collection [Special Edition, Three-Book Boxed Set]
Aaron Franklin, Jordan Mackay
Franklin Smoke
Aaron Franklin, Jordan Mackay
The Franklin Barbecue Collection [Special Edition, Two-Book Boxed Set]
Aaron Franklin, Jordan Mackay
Franklin Steak
Aaron Franklin, Jordan Mackay
Franklin Barbecue
Aaron Franklin, Jordan Mackay

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