Who We Are
Fireside BBQ Pit is all about bringing people together through backyard living. Whether it’s cooking over an open flame, building an outdoor kitchen, or upgrading your landscaping, this site is a place for practical advice you can trust.
Meet Mike
Hi, I’m Mike Larson, the guy behind Fireside BBQ Pit.
For more than 20 years, I’ve been obsessed with all things backyard living. Weekends at my house usually mean tending a grill, testing a new tool, or tearing out some part of the yard so I can rebuild it better. I’m not a contractor or a celebrity chef – just someone who learned through real projects, real food, and real mistakes.
Along the way, I’ve built:
- outdoor kitchens that actually work for families
- fire pits that crank out heat safely and efficiently
- landscaping projects that hold up through all four seasons
- countless meals over griddles, smokers, charcoal, and wood
Everything I share here comes from hands-on experience.
What You’ll Find Here
Fireside BBQ Pit focuses on three main areas:
Playing With Fire
Grilling, smoking, fire pits, and anything involving flame. Tutorials, tips, tools, and recipes geared toward real backyard cooks.
Outdoor Kitchens
From small patio setups to full outdoor culinary spaces: planning, layout, materials, appliances, and maintenance.
Landscaping
Hardscaping, pavers, walkways, lighting, and ideas that turn a yard into a place you actually enjoy spending time.
Why Trust This Site
Because everything here is field-tested. No fluff. No corporate copywriting. No influencer hype.
What you get is the same advice I’d give a neighbor standing by my grill or looking at plans spread across the patio table.
Let’s Build Something Great
Thanks for stopping by.
If you’re passionate about outdoor living, or just want your backyard to be a little better, you’re in the right place.