Flay prefers to slice common grilling additions like eggplant and squash to about ¾-inch thickness ... This helps them stay above the grates and actually makes it easier to maneuver the food.

Fish tends to stick to grill grates and can be difficult to remove ... For this method, set a sizable piece of double thick foil out where you will be preparing your fish for the grill.

Grip oiled paper towel with tongs and carefully apply oil to grill grate to make sure bacon does not stick while cooking. Cut a couple slits into each hot dog so they won’t burst while grilling.