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Hector Garate’s Palmira Barbecue is exploding on the food scene, blending Puerto Rican roots with Texas and Carolina BBQ traditions, earning rave reviews from the New York Times, Southern Living, and Texas Monthly—and landing a spot on Food Network’s Pitmasters. Named after his great-grandmother and built on family ranching heritage, the restaurant’s menu features smoky, wood-fired classics infused with island flavors. Garate, a semifinalist for a James Beard award, teamed up with friend Ruben Santana for the grueling Pitmasters competition, filmed in Utah, where they battled for glory while showcasing their passion. The show’s buzz is already driving more customers through the door, proving that dedication and bold flavor can turn a new BBQ spot into a national sensation.

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