Snow’s BBQ with Kerry Bexley and Tootsie Tomanetz

Kerry Bexley is the owner of Snow’s BBQ located in the tiny town of Lexington, Texas. Since Texas Monthly magazine rated Snow’s BBQ the “#1 BBQ in Texas,” BBQ aficionados drive for miles to line up before dawn for a taste of Snow’s juicy pork spare-ribs, succulent smoked sausages, and legendary oak-smoked brisket.
86 year-old BBQ Hall of Fame pitmaster, Tootsie Tomanetz, starts the fire in Snow’s pits at 2 AM to prepare for the swarm of customers who start lining up before dawn at this Saturday-only BBQ stop.
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[@hellhound1389]

Miss tootsie is my hero and inspired me to get back into BBQ and develop some award winning brisket and pulled pork. ALL HALE THE QUEEN OF TEXAS BBQ

[@TheBarbecueChannel_UK]

Such an inspiration

[@ryanheath199]

What's an amazing attitude Ms. Tootsie has. I wish everyone possessed her outlook on life. I haven't had the pleasure of trying Snow's BBQ, but I would love to visit Lexington and see Ms. Tootsie work her magic.

[@jscho8674]

When Miss Tootsie got teary eyed about her son and her husband, I made my mind up right there that my family is taking a road trip to Snow's. I need to meet her, and I'm dying to try that barbecue.❤

[@Rizal96able]

As long as I’ve got a clear mind and two feet that’ll carry me. Beautiful. A pit master is the same as a head chef in a restaurant. Basically, this 84-year old woman who has suffered a tragedy in her family, is carrying the entire grill on her shoulders. Hot, hard and long hours of work, and still smiling when people greet her. You’re a legend, Miss Tootsie. Love from Malaysia!

[@denisedean8749]

Oh my soul!!!! She reminds me so much of my great grandmother! Even the way she looks! She was from Bowie Texas, and she worked so hard her entire life up until just a couple of days before she passed away

[@kerberos57]

She’s still alive

[@slabnem1744611]

This wonderfully smart & strong woman reminds me of my Great Aunts working the farm their entire lives. Miss. Tootsie warms my heart!

[@markbailey7144]

I spent my 40th birthday with Mrs Tootsie and Snows loved every minute one of my best birthdays

[@miker8567]

Ms. Tootsie is in a league of her own. If only everyone in the USA had her work ethic... America would rule the world. A+ to her and everything she stands for.

[@TheInfectiousCadaver]

its weird but awesome to see my hometown has something to offer this world other than complete seclusion from the city. glad to see you still doing your thing ms.tootsie. and if your wondering why the meat is so good and pretty much fresh? 2:30. just right down the road is the cattle barn where the bexleys buy their cattle. home grown and so damn good.

[@justdnk777]

Wonderful Pit master with heart and soul, can't wait to try to her bbq she put so much effort into.

[@v1v2x3]

Had the pleasure of her brisket. Best in America.

[@santyago1819]

nicest people ever man he wasnt lying bout the hospitality i was there the beginning of aug hands down the best bbq and the best people.

[@harryv6752]

I definitely have to go visit one of these days. Food looks and is definitely amazing! Great stuff there.

[@voisin24cooking50]

amazing video!!!!! she defiantly is a PIT MASTER

[@mariyaa111]

Ms. Tootsie is a gem!! She said her awards were given to her, they were not just given to her, she definitely earned them!!!

[@MikeBoardley]

I've been there and met Ms. Tootsie & Kerry. Amazing group of people and amazing BBQ. Even if you can't make it to Lexington, you can have their meat shipped to you and it's every bit as good as being there. It was for me anyway.

[@imjustlucas-hf4xf]

Man i wish i could work there...even for a year.

[@user-cx3er4dh7m]

It´s amazing! One day I will visit this place! i´m a Brazilian and I make american barbecue in my Country.

[@marcosnaoki1935]

Tootsie é uma senhora maravilhosa eu sonho um dia conhecê-la mulher guerreira e passou por muitas coisas difíceis na vida e o amor na profissão fez com ela seguisse em frente ! Tootsie você demais !

[@yf222000]

Grandma’s BBQ. I ordered a full set for this Thxgiving. Can’t wait to reheat and feast on it this Saturday.

[@alexlongoria8578]

As of today you are the number one BBQ queen

[@Heyabbott24]

Tootsie is the real deal! Happy 88th birthday!

[@princemadolive7068]

Tootsie you are a Legend.

[@kevinator1304]

All these Gen Z kids need to learn from Tootsie.

[@bobroberts3628]

That lady is a Rockstar. You can feel God's presence in her.

[@brandonrichard3634]

So basically don’t retire. Got it 😊

[@StayHomeEatGreat]

Anderson Cooper getting his BBQ fix at 3:03. 😊

[@g1native]

Do what you love and you'll never work another day in your life.

[@jaytomson7052]

She.. this, story... is impossible. Is snipping a taste of BBQ daily the secret to longevity, or is it the passion to create it?

[@TheInfectiousCadaver]

passion homie. if you ever meet this woman you wont wanna leave her. she is basically everyones hard working grandma in lexington, and such a kind soul.

[@markhensel1858]

Who made this video for you? My wife is a writer for IFT and is always looking to hire people for similar projects.

[@themattsweeney]

Smoke on Tootsie ! 2timothy 1:7 you still have plenty of years left in you!

[@andrewromano251]

Smoke it swetheset