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Charcoal grill secrets from our kitchen

Behind every perfectly grilled kebab is a careful relationship between heat, timing, seasoning and experience.

Murat Demir

Murat Demir

Executive Chef

8 min read

Charcoal grilling rewards patience. The fire cannot be rushed, and the meat cannot be forced.

The result depends on preparation before the grill and attention during every moment of cooking.

Heat is never static

A charcoal grill changes constantly. Some areas are hotter, some cooler, and the chef must use this movement intelligently.

This is where experience becomes visible in the final plate.

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