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Best Greek cooking methods for summer?

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voula_slat

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We've had some pretty hot days and the last thing I want to do is run the oven or do too much indoors. I would prefer to cook out side. I know I can grill. I am looking into starting to use a clay pot outside. Besides those two things, do any of you have suggestions?

I guess I can cook on an open flame but that seems pointless if I have a grill. Maybe I can buy a grill that has a stove thing next to it? I do see those. That way I can make a full meal outside. I have seen grills that have two stove burners on one side.
 
voula_slat said:
We've had some pretty hot days and the last thing I want to do is run the oven or do too much indoors. I would prefer to cook out side. I know I can grill. I am looking into starting to use a clay pot outside. Besides those two things, do any of you have suggestions?

I guess I can cook on an open flame but that seems pointless if I have a grill. Maybe I can buy a grill that has a stove thing next to it? I do see those. That way I can make a full meal outside. I have seen grills that have two stove burners on one side.
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I would personally buy a grill with a stove next to it, that way you won't need to start the kitchen.
 
k_tsoukalas said:
I would personally buy a grill with a stove next to it, that way you won't need to start the kitchen.
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This is a good idea, thank you!
 
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