Holiday shopping for a meat lover is easy: get them something that makes fire burn hotter, smoke more fragrant, or meat taste better.

When in doubt (especially with the holidays approaching), it’s wise to check out a BBQ gift guide for gear, tools, and upgrades for anyone who lives at the pit. Luckily, we’ve gone ahead and done the prep work for you.

Oh, and in case you’ve been waiting for an excuse to “accidentally” send someone a wish list, this is it.

The Ultimate BBQ Gift Guide that Texas Monthly just dropped has gear and ideas so useful that it doesn’t matter where you live.

Standout Gift Picks

Bad BBQ gifts do exist. We ignored them. Instead, we honed in on a few cool ideas you might not have thought of…

NOMAD Grill & Smoker

A grill that packs like a briefcase but cooks like your backyard rig. Lightweight, travels anywhere, and perfect for anyone whose personality is “I could grill that.” Great for tailgates, parks, decks, or people who refuse to vacation without fire.

Yeti Insulated Bowls

Because nobody wants lukewarm mac and cheese next to ice-cold brisket. These bowls lock temp like a vault, stack tight in the cabinet, and survive any tailgate, friend feast, or family free-for-all.

Wagyu Beef Bundles, Steaks, and Snacks

Wagyu is the love language of people who would rather bond over a steak. Whether you grab a Texas-sized ribeye or you find something from your local butcher, ‘tis the season for meat gift baskets like the ones from R-C Ranch.

BONUS STOCKING STUFFERS

Stockings are usually where bad gifts go to die. Travel-size lotions. Panic-bought candles. A rogue pair of socks.

Let’s fix that.

Seasoning Sets are an obvious win. Small, cheap, and guaranteed to make someone say “Oh nice” instead of “Oh… thanks.”

And if you really want to give the gift of personality, Dead Meat Society accessories are basically the gold standard of pitmaster stocking stuffers.

Good gifts make people smile. Great gifts bring people to the table. Load up on whatever sparks a little joy, a little fire, and a whole lot of appetite.