Poppa's Corner

10 Must-Know Tips for Your Labor Day BBQ Cookout

Labor Day weekend is the unofficial send-off to summer, and there's no better way to celebrate than with a backyard BBQ cookout. Whether you're firing up the smoker, grilling burgers and dogs, or g...

7 Tips to Keep Fish from Falling Apart on the Grill, Smoker, or Griddle

Grilling or smoking fish should be satisfying—not stressful. But if you've ever watched a beautiful fillet flake into the fire or stick hopelessly to your grates, you're not alone. Fish is a delica...

Easy Weeknight Dinners Ideas

Big Poppa is here to make dinner easy, flavorful, and fun. Whether you’re cooking on the griddle, firing up the smoker, or tossing ingredients in the slow cooker before heading out the door, we’ve ...

Big Poppa's Guide to BBQ Sauces

Not all barbecue sauces are created equal. From sweet and tangy to spicy and bold, the right BBQ sauce can transform your meat from basic to legendary. At Big Poppa Smokers, we carry a wide lineup ...

How to Cook a Full Meal on Your Grill

When the temperatures rise, the last thing anyone wants to do is crank up the oven and turn their kitchen into a sauna. But what if you could cook your entire meal—protein, sides, even dessert—righ...

Stress-Free Leftovers for Busy Fall Nights

When the school bell rings and football season kicks off, life shifts into high gear. Between weeknight practices, back-to-back games, PTA meetings, and late-night homework, dinner can quickly fall...

One Brand, Every Protein - Why Big Poppa Smokers Rubs Work for Everything

At Big Poppa Smokers, we believe flavor shouldn’t be complicated. That’s why we created a collection of rubs that cover every protein, every cook method, and every level of experience—from backyard...

Top 5 BBQ Sauces You Need in Your Lineup

Whether you're smoking ribs or flipping burgers, a quality sauce can be your signature. We've rounded up the most flavorful, competition-tested, and customer-approved sauces that we proudly carry a...

The Ultimate Guide to California BBQ

When people think of BBQ, places like Texas or the Carolinas often come to mind—but California BBQ is a world of its own. With a year-round grilling season, a melting pot of cultural influences, ac...

How to Turn Your Backyard into a Summer Getaway

Summer doesn’t always mean boarding planes, hitting highways, or spending thousands of dollars. Sometimes, the most meaningful experiences are created right in your own backyard—with the people you...

New to BBQ? Start Here: Your No-Stress Guide to Getting Started

If you’re just stepping into the world of BBQ, welcome! Whether you’ve just unboxed your first grill or you’re staring at that shiny smoker wondering what to do next, this guide is for you. At Big ...

How to Store, Reheat and Repurpose BBQ Leftovers

Whether you’ve hosted a backyard blowout or just overestimated how many ribs your family could eat, one thing’s for sure—leftover BBQ is a gift. But only if you know how to handle it. This guide is...

Ultimate Guide to Reverse Searing on a Pellet Grill or Drum Smoker

You're holding the perfect steak in your hands—now it's time to cook it right. If you’ve ever wondered how pitmasters get that edge-to-edge pink perfection with a sizzling crust, welcome to the wor...

How to Cook a Pork Tenderloin

You’ve got a pork tenderloin in your hands and big plans for dinner—but now what? Whether you're staring at that beautiful cut wondering where to start, or you've overcooked pork once and swore you...

How to Choose the Right BBQ Method for Every Cook

If you're new to BBQ, this choice can feel intimidating. But don't worry—we’re here to help you conquer the cook with confidence. Whether you're searing steaks for dinner or prepping a pork shoulde...

Camping BBQ Tips

You can absolutely cook like a pitmaster in the wild — and it doesn’t have to be complicated. With the right gear like the GMG Trek 2.0 or Big Poppa Drum Smoker, smart prep, and a few pro tricks, y...

The Science of Smoke: Mastering Flavor with Fire

Whether you're cooking on an offset smoker, a drum, or a pellet grill, learning the science of smoke is what separates backyard BBQers from true flavor heroes.

Competition BBQ Secrets You Can Use at Home

Want to cook like a BBQ champion? Learn the competition-tested secrets that turn ordinary backyard cooks into confident pitmasters