In the spring, a young man’s (and more frequently woman’s ) fancy lightly turns to thoughts of love.love for cooking outdoors that is. Grill is both noun and verb; it’s a form of cooking over direct heat and the metal frame used for cooking over an open fire. Whether using a charcoal or gas grill, the smoky flavors imparted enhance fresh vegetables, meat, and even fruit. Indoors, a grill pan on the stove is not exactly the same but a good substitute.