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San Antonio couple competes for barbecue glory on Food Network’s Pitmasters
By Kiko Martinez at San Antonio Current
· July 10, 2026
· 1 min read
San Antonio barbecue duo Esaul and Grecia Ramos are bringing South Texas flavors to a national audience on Food Network’s new competition series Pitmasters. The husband and wife, who own the two-time James Beard Award semifinalist 2M Smokehouse, 2731 S. WW White Road, will show off their live-fir...
Key takeaway The husband and wife, who own the two-time James Beard Award semifinalist 2M Smokehouse, 2731 S.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
The participation of Esaul and Grecia Ramos in Food Network's Pitmasters brings national attention to Alamo Heights ' thriving food scene, which has been gaining recognition in recent years. As owners of 2M Smokehouse, a two-time James Beard Award semifinalist, the couple has already put San Antonio on the culinary map. Their appearance on the show will likely attract more visitors to the area, potentially boosting local businesses and reinforcing the city's reputation as a barbecue destination. The Ramos' success will also be closely watched by the local community, which takes great pride in its culinary heritage. With their South Texas flavors and live-fire skills on full display, the couple's performance on Pitmasters will be a point of interest for Alamo Heights residents, who will be rooting for their hometown barbecue experts to bring home the top prize.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 10, 2026 ·
Source: San Antonio Current ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? San Antonio barbecue duo Esaul and Grecia Ramos are bringing South Texas flavors to a national audience on Food Network’s new competition series Pitmasters. The husband and wife, who own the two-time James Beard Award semifinalist 2M Smokehouse, 2731 S. WW White Road, will show off their live-fir...
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