The Big Smoke BBQ Co

18/06/2026

🥧🔥 IT'S PIE DAY FRIDAY AT THE BIG SMOKE BBQ and DELI ! 🔥🥧

The pie warmer is loaded, the smokers have been working overtime, and we've got a brand-new flavour joining the lineup!

Introducing our NEW:

🐔 Mother Clucker Smoked Chicken Pie – smoked chunks of chicken seasoned with our famous Mother Clucker Chicken Rub, finished with a sweet and sticky mango glaze and wrapped in golden, flaky pastry. Limited Stock!

Plus, your Big Smoke favourites are back:

🥩 Smoked Brisket & Mac 'N' Cheese Pie – premium brisket smoked low and slow in our 3-tonne Armageddon smoker, paired with Mike's classic mac 'n' cheese.

🐷 11-Hour Pulled Pork & Smoky BBQ Bean Pie – whole NZ pork shoulder smoked for 11 hours with rich, smoky BBQ beans and our signature cheese sauce.

These gourmet pies don't hang around for long…

⏰ Available from 10am Friday until sold out

* If you have orders of 6 or more pies message us with your order and time and we will do our best to have them ready at that time.

Get in early, grab one for lunch, or stock the freezer before your mates beat you to it.

📍 The Big Smoke BBQ & Deli - 2 Newton St Mt Maunganuii

Low and slow. And made with love.

16/06/2026

With our Deli opening up shortly I thought in between the football I’d brush up on some of my bread skills…..
Pretzel Bread!

04/06/2026

Guess what day it is tomorrow?

Our own smoked BBQ goodness into a pie..and warmed for you to smash for breakfast of champions or morning tea..

We are loving how many new people are hearing about our pies and coming down to see us..

Last week we sold out by 1pm..and that was a lot of pies!!

Tomorrow Smoked Brisket with Mac N Cheese and Meatsweats BBQ Sauce Pie and 11 hour Smoked Pulled Pork, Smoky BBQ Beans and Cheese with our Swine Shine BBQ Sauce..all wrapped up in magnificent pie pastry thanks to JP from Upper Crust Bakery..

You can buy a 4 pack of frozen pies to take for the weekend too if you miss out...easy heating instructions on the back of the box ..

See you tomorrow legends...x

2 Newton St Mount Maunganui from 10am until sold out..

03/06/2026

Wedding catering Corporate catering or just a party ……

01/06/2026

Just arrived back from a family trip to Rarotonga, if your looking at booking a fishing trip I went out with my good friend Bruce from Big Raro fishing. I managed to land a couple of yellow fin tuna got busted off by a big Wahoo saw some Humpback whales it was epic fishing with a very knowledgable skipper.
I was staying at The Edgewater resort and they prepared the tuna for us to eat Ika Mata and sashimi.

28/05/2026

🔥🥧 FRIDAY PIE DAY – WEEK 4 🥧🔥

Apparently people have decided salads can wait until summer … because our pies have been disappearing faster than a teenager at dishes time.

From 10AM this Friday at Big Smoke BBQ Deli, we’re bringing back the heavy hitters:

🐂 The Big Smoke Brisket & Mac N Cheese Pie
Low & slow smoked brisket the Big Smoke way, loaded with creamy mac ’n cheese and wrapped in golden pastry heaven.

🐖 11 Hour Pulled Pork Pie
Smoked pulled pork, Southern smoky BBQ beans & rich cheese sauce packed into one seriously dangerous pie.

⚠️ Warning:
May cause sudden happiness, public drooling, and arguments over “who’s shouting the next round.”

📍 2 Newton St, Mt Maunganui
⏰ From 10AM until SOLD OUT
🔥 Get in quick — Week 3 was absolute carnage.

24/05/2026

Wichita Ribs yesterday at the Bay of Plenty wedding expo…..

23/05/2026

Come and see us today Sunday 24th May from 10am at The Cargo Shed at The Bay of Plenty Wedding Show ..
Plenty of food straight if the smoker !!

23/05/2026

All I’m going to say is I’ve had some of Moe Cason’s brisket and it’s straight up out of this world good!

23/05/2026

Get some of this!!

Now that the dust has settled from our recently completed Southeast Tour, we’re excited to announce that our successful and proven Southeast Tour is returning for 2027 — with limited spots remaining.
And that’s not all!
We’re also launching two brand‑new, high‑energy adventures designed to deliver even more music, food, culture, and classic Americana.
September 2027- ✨ 21‑Day Southwest USA & California Adventure ✨
From LA to San Diego, Mexico, the Wild West, Route 66, the Grand Canyon & the Balloon Fiesta

Fly into Los Angeles and kick off your journey with a relaxing night in Anaheim before rolling south to sun‑soaked San Diego. Explore the legendary USS Midway, wander Old Town, ride the Hop‑On Hop‑Off bus, and enjoy a sparkling Harbor Dinner Cruise. Then it’s a full‑day escape to Ensenada, Mexico, followed by the gardens, museums, and magic of Balboa Park.

Head east into true frontier country: visit the Yuma Territorial Prison, reflect at the Gila Bend 9/11 Memorial, stroll quirky Erie Street, and spend a full day in iconic Tombstone, including the historic Birdcage Theatre. Continue to Silver City via Shakespeare Ghost Town, stopping at Billy the Kid’s homesite.

Then the skies come alive — two unforgettable sessions at the world‑famous Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta, plus a full day atop the Sandia Peak Tramway. Travel historic Route 66 to Gallup, overnight at the storied El Rancho Hotel, then on to Winslow and Williams via the Painted Desert.

Enjoy wildlife encounters at Bearizona, relax in Williams, and ride the classic Grand Canyon Railway for a day at one of the world’s greatest natural wonders. Continue the Route 66 dream through Seligman, Hackberry, Kingman, and Oatman, before cruising into Laughlin and then back to California with a nostalgic lunch at Peggy Sue’s Diner.

Wrap up with three dazzling days in Los Angeles — Griffith Observatory, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica Pier, Venice Beach, and the charming Orange Circle.

And our hotly anticipated Ribs, Rhythm and Shine Tours starting in May 2028:
Southern Music, BBQ & Road‑Trip Adventure — Memphis to Nashville to Texas! 🔥
Kick off in Memphis, where Beale Street’s blues, brews, and neon set the tone for an unforgettable journey. Dive into the legendary Memphis in May BBQ Competition — meet the pitmasters, sample world‑class ribs, brisket, and pulled pork, and soak up the riverfront festival energy.

Explore the soul of the city with visits to Graceland, Sun Studio, the National Civil Rights Museum, and the Rock & Soul Museum, plus hot chicken at Gus’s and iconic eats at Central BBQ and Rendezvous.

Roll east to Nashville for honky‑tonk nights on Broadway, a Grand Ole Opry evening, and a deep dive into country music history at the Country Music Hall of Fame, Johnny Cash Museum, and Ryman Auditorium. Sip Tennessee tradition on a day trip to the Jack Daniel’s Distillery, then enjoy moonshine tastings at Ole Smoky.

Fly south to Texas for a San Antonio River Walk dinner cruise, the Alamo, and vibrant Market Square. Continue to Austin for blues at Antone’s, a BBQ pilgrimage to Franklin Barbecue, brewery hopping at Austin Beerworks and Jester King, and more live music at every turn.

Wrap up in Fort Worth with the Stockyards longhorn cattle drive, a night at Billy Bob’s, Dallas BBQ at Pecan Lodge, and blues at The Keys Lounge — before a full day exploring the wonders of the Houston Space Center.

As always, you’ll travel in comfort and style in our luxury, air‑conditioned vans. No stress, no navigating, no hassle — just sit back, relax, and enjoy every moment of your holiday.

Contact Craig directly to find out more — and put yourself in the picture before it’s too late.
[email protected] or call 0274 872572 to discuss.