Try these protein and flavor-boosters to ensure your menu is on .

Cooking over a live fire is nothing new.

In fact, its exactly how early civilizations made protein safer and more delicious to consume.

Margarita Grilled Corn

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From a beef standpoint, this could be less prized cuts from chuck to flaps or tips.

The kiss of flame can add great flavor to vegetables as well.

When pescatarians or fish fans consider a main dish for grilling, most turn to that second staple.

Tri-Tip Roast with Grilled Avocados

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But rather than standard grill starsalmon, Leach says many grill cooks will be reeling in more branzino.

Foodies are crazy about branzino, Leach says.

For an interactive, casual dinner party idea, consider hosting a seafood boil grill-style.

Sweet and Spicy Mango-Sauced Ribs with Smoky Slaw

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Party-goers love to build their own meals.

I think this will be a favorite for entertaining, Leach says.

I’ve been loving these on everything from chicken to brussels sprouts cooked on the grill.

Mayonnaise also makes for a terrific tool to help spice blends adhere to proteins or vegetables.

Technology is taking over, even in the barbecue world, Scott says.