JESS PRYLES
Jess has appeared as a celebrity judge on Channel 7’s Aussie Barbecue Heroes and is a regular on Food Network. She has contributed and appeared on The Today show and judged numerous worldwide BBQ competitions. Her expertise has been sought for guest speaking engagements at SXSW, Camp Brisket, National Barbecue & Grilling Association, Ducks Unlimited and American Meat Science Association conferences.
Jess has dedicated a majority of her professional life to educating herself on every aspect of the meat industry including butchery, varied cooking techniques, aging, as well as hands on visits to ranches, slaughterhouses, butcher shops across the country. She is an avid hunter as part of her dedication to the rite of a responsible meat eater. She has taught her own classes in the US, Australia, Mexico, Sweden & Brazil.
Touted as “the female Ron Swanson” by loyal followers, Pryles has pioneered a unique brand encompassing cookery, ‘meatducation’ and the Texan way of life, all while encouraging folks to cook meat like they mean it.