TAMPA, Fla. - In the heart of West Tampa, a neighborhood rich with Hispanic heritage, Chef Danny Hernandez is redefining barbecue with a cultural twist. Raised just blocks away, Hernandez brings his Cuban roots to the pit, merging tradition with innovation at The Brisket Shoppe.

The backstory:

For him, it’s more than cooking — it’s about community, culture, and craft. He describes barbecue as primal, something that brings people together around the fire. And at The Brisket Shoppe, that sense of connection shines through in every dish.

Their brisket, a Wagyu cut sourced from HeartBrand in Texas, is smoked low and slow with meticulous care. Cheshire pork ribs, homemade sausages, and Bell & Evans chicken round out the menu — all crafted with a strict "no freezer, no microwave, no can ope

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