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How do people grill in Greece?

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So, how do people grill in Greece?

I have seen different situations, many of them improvised. To people use mostly charcoal in Greece? Wood? Do they even use propane?

In terms of the look of the grill, I have seen outdoor clay ovens, improvised grills in metal tubs, I have seen Greeks cook on an open, outdoor fire. Do people just kind of do what they are able to do or is there a set style or type?
 
Mostly gas grills, but in the villages you'll see more charcoal grills.
 
Mostly gas grill out of convenience, charcoal and wood are also used, usually in the villages.
 
I see a lot of outdoor clay ovens in Greece (mainly on Crete actually). I don't remember seeing grills - but maybe in cities?
 
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