Julia Carvalho – BRZ

Hailing from Brazil, Julia Carvalho is a world-renowned pitmaster and a leading authority on South American live-fire cooking.

Known for her mastery of the “fogo de chão” (ground fire) technique, Julia blends traditional Brazilian churrasco with international low-and-slow methods.

A fierce competitor and educator, she is celebrated for her technical skill with massive cuts of meat and her ability to bring the vibrant, soulful flavors of Brazil to the global BBQ stage.