Bio

Location: Austin, TX

Badassador Highlights:

Jess Pryles is a full-fledged Hardcore Carnivore. She’s a cook, author, and TV personality specializing in the field of meat, with a particular expertise in beef.  She’s also a respected authority on live fire cooking and BBQ. Born in Australia, she now resides in Austin, Texas.

  • Founder – Australasian BBQ Alliance
  • Multi-certified BBQ judge
  • Cookbook author
  • Creator – Hardcore Carnivore meat seasoning rubs
  • Host and guest judge on an abundance of TV shows, Beat Bobby Flay, Kids BBQ Championship, Aussie BBQ Heroes and the Today Show.
  • Grilling and beef expert, hosting regular classes and workshops throughout the year
  • Curator and guest host for the Australia Day BBQ event held at Texas Governors Mansion.
  • Guest speaker at Camp Brisket, American Meat Science Association RMC conference, Australian Intercollegiate Meat Judges conference.
  • Hasn’t met a protein she can’t cook.

JESS’ TOP RATED

Flatiron

Flatiron

"The Flatiron is a perfect choice for my EDC knife because it does a great job doubling as an impromptu BBQ tool, wood splitter, package opener, anything you throw at it. And let’s face it – it’s got a great design and just looks cool too."

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Vital Fixed Blade

Vital Fixed Blade

"In meat cutting a sharp knife is everything. Solution? Replaceable blades."

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Armbar Cork

Armbar Cork

"The Armbar Cork lives in my pocket on a daily basis. Perfect for when I forget my EDC, or when I need to open a wine bottle in a pinch."

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