A pop-up serving true Texas-style barbecue is heating up in Toronto, thanks to a little help from founder Ruben Silva's friends. It wasn't until April of 2024 that Silva hosted his first pop-up at Brunswick Bierworks in East York. In the year since, Crosstown Craft BBQ has hosted a total of seven pop-ups and grown their following from 400 to nearly 4,000 people. "We use true offset smokers, a rarity in Toronto, and focus on central Texas-style BBQ, balanced smoke, tender meats, salt and pepper-based rubs, and our own sauces that make every bite unique," Silva explains. You can experience Crosstown Craft BBQ for yourself at their upcoming pop-up on Aug. 10 at Brunswick Bierworks, and keep an eye on their social media for more upcoming events in the future.