History
Pit-master Mike Dial's personal story is one that's becoming common in the barbecue business. Barbecue houses established during the depression or just after WWII were handed down through families. Today, with the advent of national barbecue contests or the urgings of friends and family, some amateur grill masters have converted their passion into a business. That is the case for Dial. After retiring from the US Navy, he worked for a company that entertained during the Winston Cup Races. Dial was in charge of the barbecue for these events.