Erin Jamieson

As convenient as it is to grab grilled shrimp or steak at a local restaurant, there’s nothing like grilling it yourself. Even though I’ve had the privilege of eating some great grilled dinners, the best were those grilled at home. But one of the most popular trends is buying a fire pit grill. Firepit grills […]

I don’t know about you, but every time I hear the phrase must-have, I’m skeptical. Some of my favorite fire pit memories have revolved around a summer or autumn night, with a simple round pit at a party or even solo. So can you enjoy a fire pit without any accessories, or is it best

I love shopping clearance, but not just to score a discount. One of my best finds was a pair of foldable patio chairs from Walmart. While they’re not stapled chairs I leave outside, they’ve become a good addition to my small patio. But are Walmart patio chairs right for you– or should you shop for

I’ve been in Target stores more times than I could count. Last year, I ordered a majority of my Christmas presents from Target.com. But what I didn’t realize was how extensive their outdoor furniture and patio selection is. That includes a pretty tempting selection of fire pits. But I wanted to know: is Targeted a

One of my favorite places I’ve ever visited is the Bay Area bordering San Francisco, especially the surrounding communities like Half Moon Bay and Pacifica. One of the restaurants I ate at had a stunning view of a pebbled beach, and slate-gray cool ocean waves. Adirondack chairs circled outdoor tabletop fire pits. The view and