PITMASTER ALEJANDRO BARBOSA is a lifelong lover of fire, meats, and music, whose passion for authentic craft barbecue has transformed him into one of Colorado's most celebrated pitmasters. Since founding Barbosa’s Barbeque in 2016, Alex has relentlessly pursued perfection, winning over barbecue enthusiasts from Texas to the Rockies with his meticulously smoked USDA prime brisket, beef cheek barbacoa, caramelized pork belly, smoked wings, brisket gumbo & more. 

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Born and raised in Victoria, Texas, Alex's barbecue journey took root in his early twenties after graduating with B.S. in Biomedical Sciences from Texas A&M University and moving to Baton Rouge, LA. Noticing the absence of texas craft barbecue in Louisiana, he bought his own smoker to make the food he missed so much and sparking a passion that quickly became his calling. After honing his skills through backyard cookouts and small private events, he officially launched Barbosa’s Barbeque in early 2016 with support from his restaurateur friends, Lon Marchand and Nick Hufft. Soon after, he became a staple of Baton Rouge's barbecue scene and appeared nationally on Season 8 of Cooking Channel's "Man Fire Food."

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In December 2019, Alex moved to Denver, bringing his signature style and Tejano heritage to Colorado’s booming culinary scene. Since arriving, Barbosa’s Barbeque has rapidly built a loyal following, serving countless weddings high up in the Rocky Mountains, catering many Red Rocks headliners, and becoming a beloved vendor at major Colorado festivals like the Telluride Blues Festival and Billy Strings' Renewal Fest. Alex's dedication—splitting wood, tending fires overnight, and ensuring every bite is smoked to perfection—has solidified Barbosa’s Barbeque as one of Colorado's premier choices for exceptional craft barbeque, whether at local breweries or exclusive mountain events.

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