Poppa's Corner

Must-Have BBQ Tools for Father's Day

Father's Day lands on June 21st, and if the dad in your life is serious about the grill, another tie isn't going to cut it. The right BBQ tools for Father's Day are the difference between a guy pok...

Portable BBQ for Camping — Master the Grill Away From Home

Camping is the perfect time to prove you can grill anywhere with any equipment. The fundamentals don't change — just the scale. At Big Poppa Smokers, we've cooked camping trips across the Southwest...

Drum Smoker or Pellet? How to Pick What's Right for Summer

Every summer the same question hits our inbox: "Should I get a drum smoker or pellet grill?" At Big Poppa Smokers, we built our reputation on the BPS Drum Smoker, but we know pellet grills have the...

Benefits of Using Grill Covers Year-Round

Whether you own a gas grill or a barrel smoker, a quality cover is the easiest way to protect your investment year-round."

Pellet Grill Spring Maintenance Guide

Pellet grills are the most set-it-and-forget-it cookers on the market — until they're not. The convenience that makes them great also makes people lazy about maintenance, and a neglected pellet gri...

Build Your Own Drum Smoker

If you’ve ever wanted to build your own smoker—but didn’t want to gamble on performance—Big Poppa’s Drum Kit is the proven way to do it. Trusted by backyard cooks and competition pitmasters alike, ...

How to Winterize Your Smoker

For BBQ enthusiasts, the arrival of winter doesn’t mean an end to smoking delicious meats. However, smoking in cold weather presents unique challenges. Winter-proofing your smoker ensures that it p...

5 Essential BBQ Tools for 2026

There have never been more BBQ gadgets on the market than there are right now. That is good for marketing, but confusing for real people just trying to cook great food. Our experience—backed by mor...

BBQ Low & Slow: A Beginner's Guide to the Art of Low & Slow BBQ Cooking

There’s something truly special about low and slow BBQ. The process of turning a simple cut of meat into a tender, flavorful masterpiece is both an art and a science, requiring patience, precision,...

Guide to the Best BBQ Knives

Choosing the right knife is crucial for preparing, trimming, and slicing BBQ meats. The right knife not only makes your work easier but also ensures clean cuts and better presentation. Here’s a gui...