Fire pit grills combine the enjoyment of a backyard fire with the efficiency of an outdoor grill. Some fire pits are designed with cooking in mind, but you can also upgrade your existing fire pit.

The last night of testing with the Howl was gusty, with winds of around 15 miles per hour. I wasn’t expecting the pit to ...

I spoke to a chef and a grilling expert about how to cook on a fire pit, and they gave me four simple methods. With these techniques, the humble fire pit can rival even the best grill. 1.