About Us
Discover the true flavors of a Gaucho barbecue.
BigChefGrill was created to showcase the rich and flavorful art of Gaucho barbecue. Inspired by his upbringing in Rio Grande do Sul, southern Brazil, Chef Agustin Conti carries forward a family tradition deeply rooted in the region’s culinary heritage. From a young age, he learned that barbecue is more than just a meal. It’s a cultural experience meant to bring people together.
At the heart of this tradition are cuts of meat that are tender, succulent, and bursting with flavor. BigChefGrill’s specialties, including picanha steak, marinated pork ribs, seasoned chicken, homemade sausage, lamb ribs, and flank steak, reflect an unwavering dedication to quality and technique. Every dish is crafted with care and passion for preserving the authenticity of Gaucho barbecue.
That commitment begins long before the meat hits the grill. Agustin personally selects the finest charcoal, lights the fire with precision, and patiently waits for the perfect ember glow before placing the skewers. This meticulous process ensures each bite delivers the bold, smoky taste and tenderness that define the authentic Gaucho barbecue experience.
The cuts of meat are tender and succulent, mouth-watering. The quality of their specialties, such as picanha steak, marinated pork ribs, marinated chicken, homemade sausage, lamb ribs, flank steak and many others, are the result of an intense commitment to precision throughout the entire cooking process.
Starting with the selection of the best charcoal to light the fire, Agustin waits for the embers to form and the ideal temperature to place the skewers on the grill. This process ensures that each bite is tender, succulent and delicious, “The authentic Gaucho Barbecue experience.”
The Origins of a Tradition
Churrasco, a hallmark of Rio Grande do Sul's cuisine, was a well-established tradition in the southern regions of Brazil during the early 1800s. This method of barbecuing meat on skewers over open flames was developed by the gauchos—the skilled horsemen and cattle herders of southern Brazil. During their long journeys across the pampas, gauchos would gather around wood fires, seasoning large cuts of meat with coarse salt and slow-roasting them over glowing embers. Using the knives they carried, they would slice tender portions directly onto each person’s plate, fostering a communal dining experience, a tradition that Agustin continues to this day with pride and authenticity.
Our Mission
From an early age, Chef Agustin discovered his passion for gastronomy. As the son of a renowned barbecue chef, he found his greatest joy in bringing family and friends together to share a delicious meal. Barbecue plays a significant role in shaping the cultural identity of his home state, where it is deeply rooted as a cherished tradition and a symbol of social connection and expertly prepared meat. This is the inspiration behind BigChefGrill, now proudly serving most of Southern California. Our mission is to bring the authentic experience of traditional Gaucho barbecue to your home or any type of celebration, delivering the rich flavors and spirit of a true culinary heritage.