Is Slow Heat-Up the Key to Breaking In Your New Device?

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The discussion revolves around an upcoming delivery related to a significant event referred to as the "great failure," which is expected to arrive the following day. Participants express confusion and anticipation regarding the details of this event, with references to "smoke screens" and the metaphorical notion of "chips falling from the sky." Amidst the playful banter, it becomes clear that the core of the conversation is about a surprise gift—a smoker—being organized for a member named Evo, who has a passion for cooking and smoked foods. The group shares excitement about the gift and the potential for future gatherings centered around smoking food. There are humorous exchanges about the logistics of the delivery, potential weather disruptions, and the emotional impact of the gift on Evo, who feels overwhelmed by the kindness shown by the group. Overall, the thread captures a blend of humor, camaraderie, and the joy of giving within a community.
  • #61


Nice gift. Enjoy it Evo. Why wasn't I invited to conspire against her?
 
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  • #62


turbo said:
Not mutually exclusive, but thanks to Borek for pulling this together! A good guy!
Yea. What you said.
 
  • #63


turbo said:
A good guy!

You are taking me for something I am not.

Jimmy Snyder said:
Why wasn't I invited to conspire against her?

I knew this question will be asked. See above.

Seriously, it is my fault. I had to end the list somewhere, otherwise I would have to send 412k PMs. Sorry if someone feels ignored.
 
  • #64


dlgoff said:
We love you too for making this all possible. :!)

I concur :smile:.
 
  • #65


Borek said:
You are taking me for something I am not.

Ok. You are an evil guy. :biggrin:

:)
 
  • #66


Gad said:
Ok. You are an evil guy. :biggrin:

Surprised?
 
  • #67


rhody said:
Let's hope the delivery truck doesn't get hit by lightning or destroyed in a tornado first, this is Evo after all, and we know your track record.

Rhody... :rolleyes:
This is too true. :eek:

Ivan Seeking said:
Wow! What a nice gesture.
no kidding!

Enjoy your new smoker, Evo. Just don't burn the place down! :biggrin:
Oh, I'm already making a list. :approve:

dlgoff said:
You've brought tears of joy to me Evo. Happy Birthday with love.
Love you too dl!

dlgoff said:
We love you too (Borek) for making this all possible. :!)
What a guy!

turbo said:
Not mutually exclusive, but thanks to Borek for pulling this together! A good guy!
Definitely.

Jimmy Snyder said:
Nice gift. Enjoy it Evo. Why wasn't I invited to conspire against her?
It's sweet that you wanted to conspire. :smile:

I'm so touched by everyone.
 
  • #68


Gad said:
Ok. You are an evil guy. :biggrin:

:)
Don't say things like that. I've got your back Borek. No matter how many people say bad things about you, no matter how horrible they say you are, I will always be there to defend you day and night.
 
  • #69


Jimmy Snyder said:
..., I will always be there to defend you day and night.

In other words,...
 
  • #70


I told Evo Child what you guys did and she said you all are incredible.
 
  • #71


I'm glad something special was done for someone so deserving. I hope you feel as special as you are, Evo. :smile:
 
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  • #72


Chapeau Borek, you rock. :cool:
 
  • #73


I am impressed. I have been flattened. Well deserved Evo, Happy Conspiracy!
 
  • #74


Chi Meson said:
I am impressed. I have been flattened. Well deserved Evo, Happy Conspiracy!
Thank you Chi.
 
  • #75


Happy Birthday Evo,

I just wish I was there to see that big grin on your face, and to give you a well deserved hug.

Rhody... big smile big smile...
 
  • #76


rhody said:
Happy Birthday Evo,

I just wish I was there to see that big grin on your face, and to give you a well deserved hug.

Rhody... big smile big smile...
I'm definitely feeling the love. I just have no idea how I can possibly repay you all for your kindness and generosity. Nothing like this has ever happened to me before. I'm blown away.
 
  • #77


Evo said:
I'm definitely feeling the love. I just have no idea how I can possibly repay you all for your kindness and generosity. Nothing like this has ever happened to me before. I'm blown away.

Gift giving is devoid of any concept related to repayment! The reason you see so many "well deserved" comments is because being yourself is enough; nothing more is required of you. :smile:
 
  • #78


Dembadon said:
Gift giving is devoid of any concept related to repayment! The reason you see so many "well deserved" comments is because being yourself is enough; nothing more is required of you. :smile:
:cry: I never realized so many cared about me.

I cannot tell you guys how much this means to me. I've had to give up so many things I love due to health problems, I've been really down.

Cooking has always been a passion of mine and I LOVE smoked foods. I only buy a smoked turkey (one of my favorites) once a year because a regular turkey costs 99 cents per pound and a smoked turkey is $3.79 per pound.

Now I can smoke cheap cuts of meat for nothing.
 
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  • #79


Evo said:
Cooking has always been a passion of mine and I LOVE smoked foods.

I'm going to have resubscribe to The Food Thread to keep up. I <3 smoked foods too.

Happy be-earlified* Birthday Evo!

*I had to look that up. The best antonym of belated, IMHO. :blushing:
 
  • #80


OmCheeto said:
I'm going to have resubscribe to The Food Thread to keep up. I <3 smoked foods too.

Happy be-earlified* Birthday Evo!

*I had to look that up. The best antonym of belated, IMHO. :blushing:
:!)

Thanks Om!
 
  • #81


Evo said:
Now I can smoke cheap cuts of meat for nothing.

Well you could try eating them!

Geez, I think you are missing the point here.
 
  • #82


Ivan Seeking said:
Well you could try eating them!

Geez, I think you are missing the point here.
:smile:
 
  • #83


I wasn't privy to the conspiracy but this was still fun to watch. Happy Birthday Evo. You definitely deserve it. :smile:
 
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  • #84


This reminds me of the minister's son who can be good for nothing.
 
  • #85


Evo said:
Cooking has always been a passion of mine and I LOVE smoked foods. I only buy a smoked turkey (one of my favorites) once a year because a regular turkey costs 99 cents per pound and a smoked turkey is $3.79 per pound.
You deserve this group present Evo, and you'll have fun with it.

I love smoking turkeys! I give them a good heavy smoke with hickory chips. By the time they are done, smoke has combined with the fats in and under the skin and turned the meat near the surface a rich reddish color. The color can fool you, so use a meat thermometer to be safe, and to avoid over-cooking, too.

I can use my little charcoal-fired Brinkman kettle smoker for wet-smoking or use the Locomotive (fired with wood or charcoal) for dry-smoking. Both ways are great, and are a tremendous step up from plain roasted turkey. BTW, don't bother brining your turkey if you're going to smoke it. Brining can work wonders with roasted turkeys, but it is of little use with smoked birds, IMO. You don't need the spices or salt - the smoke makes them stand out. Play with the wood, too. For mild-flavored meats such as poultry or salmon, I always get chunks (not chips) of hickory and soak the hell out of them (at least overnight).

I have experimented with apple and alder (both too sweet, IMO) and mesquite (too overpowering for fish and fowl) and have fine-tuned the hickory. Never any complaints from BBQ guests. I could wander back to mesquite and give it a try in the case of pork loin... Anyway, have fun. The Food Thread should be interesting.
 
  • #86


Evo Child can't wait to come over and smoke stuff.

Did I mention that we LOVE smoked food?

All of you are awesome! Thank you again!
 
  • #87


Smoking stuff can't be recommended. But's a good way gather the clan around you.
 
  • #88


Still listed as "shipping soon"
 
  • #89


Evo said:
Evo Child can't wait to come over and smoke stuff.
May you will see more of her. And - she may not borrow it or otherwise move it from the premises. :biggrin:

Did I mention that we LOVE smoked food?
Did we mention that we love you?

All of you are awesome! Thank you again!
You are awesome, too! :approve:

We're glad you like it. Enjoy! :biggrin:
 
  • #90


Borek said:
Still listed as "shipping soon"


We should have a grumpy face with a blue hair. Not every time we see a grumpy Borek. :biggrin:
 

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