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Leonard Botello, Sr. aka "Big" is one of the founders of Truth BBQ with locations in Brenham and Houston, TX. He joins the show to share his families gritty journey into the BBQ business.

Topics Covered:

-Qualities he looks for when sourcing a BBQ pit

-Learning to cook brisket in their backyard

-What their goal was when they started (spoiler alert: TX Monthly Top 50)

-Why they named the restaurant Truth

-Pros & Cons of working with family

-What they look for when interviewing potential employees

-Where they source their meat from

-Prep Work/ Cooking cycle to prepare for the next day

-How he instilled work ethic in his sons

-Best way to get your kids to work hard

-What he hopes people experience when they come to Truth

-Most popular order by customers

-Secret to making a passion your job

A big thank you to Leonard for taking the time to come on our show. Please visit either Truth location and tell Leonard Sr. and Jr. the Gritmen Show sent you.

Visit Truth BBQ for more information.

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