An important distinction between humans and other animals is the use of fire to cook food. Around the world, fire remains the primary method for heating food. Mexican roasted pig's head, Greek grilled octopus, Lao roasted sweet potatoes... Come and enjoy this feast of flavors on the grill!
Grilled Corn
This is Marina Beach in Chennai, India.
Grilled Octopus
This is the island of Santorini, Greece. Locals first hang the octopus to dry in the sun for at least a day before grilling it, resulting in an incredible flavor.
Lemongrass Grilled Fish
This is a specialty dish from Southeast Asia, which a photographer discovered in Bangkok. Locals stuff lemongrass into the fish, rub it with salt, and then grill it.
Grilled Pork Intestines
This is a Filipino street food delicacy. Chopped pork intestines are skewered and grilled, and can be dipped in sauces according to personal taste.
Grilled Fish
This is how Burmese people like to grill fish.
Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Roasted Bananas
In a local market in Laos, the roasted sweet potatoes and bananas are peeled by hand and ready to eat!
Grilled Skewers
At the Chiang Mai night market, a crowd of diners gathers as a Thai woman grills skewers.
Grilled Guinea Pig
A local delicacy from Ecuador, rich in protein. Come and give it a try! Photography: RICK BERGSTROM, You're the photographer
Okonomiyaki
Okonomiyaki from Japan is very popular. Chopped beef, pork, shrimp, and other ingredients are mixed into a batter, along with an egg, and then grilled on a hot plate until fragrant. Photography: SUE ANN SIMON, You're the photographer