Ever since Homo Sapiens discovered fire, the summer barbeque has been a popular pastime. Cooking with a grill gives us one more reason to be outdoors under the sun, moon, and stars while preparing and eating our food.

Grilling connects us closely to our food as we watch the flames and heat change the raw veggies, meat (for the non-vegetarians) and even fruits into a charred delight for the eyes and the taste buds.

Here are some websites that offer you fantastic flavors and savory smells while you sip your organic beer and wine—and vodka and tequila—while you flip your fresh food.

Veggie BBQ Like You Mean It. Julie Morris loves life, and obviously eating too. This is clear when you see her blog about the ultimate grilled veggie patty at www.juliemorris.net. Her philosophy is “Pick delicious ingredients, mash ‘em up, form into patties, and throw on the grill (or skillet).”

Green Grilling Canadian Style. Our friends to the north love to grill—probably because they really appreciate how eating outdoors makes everything taste better. To pick up 7 great recipes—from portabella mushroom burgers to soy-sesame asparagus to charred chipotle chicken to perfectly grilled peaches—check out www.greenlivingonline.com.

Martha Stewart Knows How to Cook. One of Martha’s magazines—Whole Living (formerly Body+Soul)—has more than a dozen tantalizing grilling recipes—including grass-fed beef burgers, chili-rubbed chicken, calamari, portabella pizzas, shrimp & eggplant, sardines & orzo, and so much more! Plus, the menu includes salads, side dishess and desserts that are perfect for summertime eating. Check out www.wholeliving.com