Our Story
Born from a love of fire, smoke, and bringing people together around great food.
Born from Fire,
Raised on the Prairies
At the heart of Prairie Fire BBQ are Carlos and his wife Lara, along with their team — united by a shared passion for bringing people together over incredible food. Carlos's cooking journey began in his late teens, a young man captivated by the art of BBQ, always striving to perfect every cut and honour the craft. What started as a personal passion soon grew into something much bigger.
His travels through the southern states revealed a new dimension of this culinary craft: the soulful, deliberate art of cooking with wood fire. This wasn't just about heat; it was about patience, dedication, and the unique flavor only genuine wood smoke can impart. Inspired, Carlos took a leap of faith, building his first reverse-flow stick burner, transforming weekend experiments into joyful gatherings for friends and family around succulent, slow-smoked ribs. It was during these moments, sharing food and fellowship, that the dream truly took root.
That dream was ignited with a family wedding on the horizon. The occasion called for something grand, pushing Carlos to realize his ultimate vision: a magnificent 500-gallon wood-fired offset smoker, capable of transforming over 200 pounds of brisket into something truly special. It was more than just a smoker — it was a testament to faith, hard work, and the joy of serving. Witnessing the delight on faces, Carlos and Lara knew then that Prairie Fire BBQ was meant to share this passion and bring that same warmth and flavor to your special events, guided by values of quality, community, and joyful service.
Today, we humbly bring that same passion, craftsmanship, and spirit of generosity to events across the Alberta Prairies, believing every gathering deserves food that not only satisfies the palate but also brings hearts closer together.
Authentic
Wood-Fired BBQ
What We Stand For
These values guide everything we do, from selecting our wood to serving your guests.
Authentic Fire
We cook exclusively with real birch wood. No shortcuts, no gas. Just pure fire and smoke.
Made with Passion
Every brisket, every rib, every pulled pork sandwich is crafted with love and attention to detail.
Community First
We love to serve our neighbors across Central Alberta, from family reunions to town festivals.
Quality Ingredients
We source quality meats and fresh ingredients, supporting local suppliers whenever possible.
Rooted in Linden, Serving Our Neighbours
We're a small family business from Linden, Alberta, and we wouldn't have it any other way. We humbly serve our local community and are growing to reach neighbours in Airdrie, Calgary, Olds, Red Deer, and beyond. Wherever you are, we'll bring the fire to you — because every gathering deserves authentic, wood-smoked BBQ made with real care.