Melissa Cookston is a renowned American chef, author, and pitmaster who was born in 1968 in Ruleville, Mississippi, United States. Her unwavering passion for barbecue has driven her to become one of the most accomplished names in the industry.
Cookston grew up in the Delta region of Mississippi and started cooking at an early age alongside her mother and grandmother. With exposure to a myriad of flavorful ingredients, she developed a deep appreci...