Griglia

Griglia is an Italian noun with several related meanings, all derived from the idea of a framework of parallel bars arranged to form an opening, support, or surface. In everyday use, it most commonly refers to a grill or grille: a device or surface of metal bars used for cooking over direct heat or to cover or ventilate an opening. The word also denotes a lattice or grate, such as a window grille, a radiator grille, or a drainage grate, where the bars or openings allow airflow or passage of liquids while providing protection or support.

In culinary contexts, grigliare means to grill food, typically over charcoal, wood, gas, or electric heat. A grilled dish may be described as alla griglia or alla grigliata for a grilled or barbecue-style preparation.

In architecture and industry, griglie serve as protective coverings for vents, machinery, or drainage, and as decorative elements. They are commonly made from steel, stainless steel, aluminum, iron, or zinc alloys, and can be fixed or removable. The term griglia also appears in technical fields to denote a grid or reticle used for mapping, sampling, or discretization in numerical methods.

Related terms include grata (grate), graticola (more archaic or dialectal for a similar lattice), and grigliata, the act or occasion of grilling. Maintenance of metal griglie focuses on cleaning to remove grease or debris and on rust prevention, especially for non-stainless materials.