It’s the season for holiday feasts… and we want to see what YOU’RE cooking. Whether you’re serving up a glazed holiday ham, a slow-smoked brisket, or anything you’re proud to put on the table this month—post your pics right here in the community! 🎁 One lucky member will win a $50 Big Poppa Smokers Prize Package (Oh yes… flavor greatness is on the line.) How to enter: 1️⃣ Post a photo of your holiday ham, brisket, or ANY December cook 2️⃣ Tell us what you seasoned it with 3️⃣ That’s it—you’re in! Let’s see those Real BBQ. Real Results. Ready to show us what you’ve got? 🍖🔥

Thanksgiving just isn't complete without pie. We do traditional pumpkin but I also like to add a personal favorite, Pecan pie. ... That's Smoked pecan pie of course.

Alright team… it’s officially go time. Thanksgiving is the Big Game of home cooking, and even the most seasoned pitmasters and home chefs hit a snag (or ten) along the way. The good news? Big Poppa’s got your back. We just dropped a brand-new blog: “10 Thanksgiving Emergencies (and Exactly How to Fix Them)” — your cheat sheet for everything from a turkey that’s still half-frozen… to running out of seasoning at the worst possible moment… to that one uncle who insists the turkey must be cooked to 200°. 🔥 Check out the full list of lifesavers here:👉 https://bigpoppasmokers.com/blogs/poppas-corner/10-thanksgiving-emergencies, plus check out another great recipe from Big Poppa for your Thanksgiving Turkey. Inside the blog you’ll find quick fixes, pro tips, and Big Poppa-approved solutions that’ll keep your Thanksgiving running smooth — whether you’re smoking the turkey, using the oven, or juggling side dishes like a champ. What’s the biggest Thanksgiving emergency YOU’VE dealt with? Drop it in the comments — someone else in the community may need that exact advice this week! Let’s get everyone to Thursday with good food, zero panic, and maybe even a little fun. 🍗🔥

Alright team… quick roll call: who actually has their turkey out defrosting? If you’re cooking a frozen bird this year, here’s your friendly Real BBQ. Real Results. reminder — that thing needs time. A LOT of time. General rule: - 4–5 lbs = 1 day in the fridge - 12–16 lbs = 3–4 days - 18–20+ lbs = 4–5 days And no, the counter doesn’t count. And yes, every year someone waits until the last minute and ends up panic-thawing like a rookie. Drop it in the comments: Is your turkey already in the fridge? Are you ahead of the game or living dangerously? Let’s see who the planners are… and who’s about to be doing the cold-water shuffle on Tuesday.

Does anyone have a suggestion for a wireless thermometer for a barrel smoker?