As founder of RIV’s Smoke & Grill, Luis Rivas has become one of Mexico’s leading ambassadors of Texas-style barbecue.
• Founder and pitmaster of RIV’s Smoke & Grill in Nuevo León, Mexico, known for blending Texas techniques with Mexican culinary traditions
• Placed 3rd overall at the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo World Championship BBQ in 2022 and 5th overall in 2024
• Host of barbecue masterclasses and events, including the popular RIV’s Meat Camp