# Shell Barbecue Plates The Grilling Scallop Shells are a Natural Way to Cook on the BBQ By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-05-05 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scallop-shell References: [thegreenhead](http://www.thegreenhead.com/2016/05/grilling-shells.php) & [surlatable](http://www.surlatable.com/product/PRO-2400687/King) Shells are a notoriously strong material, so the Grilling Scallop Shells come as no surprise as an effective way to help cook [fresh seafood](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seafood-steam-pots) and other dishes on the barbecue. Coming in a set of four, the shells are heat-resistant up to 650-degrees Fahrenheit and have been harvested from off the coast of Ireland and Scotland. They can be placed directly onto the grilling surface to act as an individual cooking utensil and can double as a [serving dish](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luneup) as well. If the Grilling Scallop Shells aren't being used for [grilling on the BBQ](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thaan-grill), they can be used as a way to serve small appetizers or even for dip, sauces or condiments. They're safe to put in the oven and even the microwave. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 22% | Activity: 22% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Kitchen](https://www.trendhunter.com/kitchen) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Shell Barbecue Plates:** Using scallop shells as heat-resistant plates for grilling seafood and other dishes on the barbecue. - **Multifunctional Grilling Utensils:** Designing cooking utensils that can double as serving dishes for convenience and minimal cleanup. - **Natural and Sustainable Cooking Materials:** Harvesting shells as an eco-friendly alternative to traditional cooking utensils. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Outdoor Cooking Equipment:** Innovating with heat-resistant materials like scallop shells to enhance the grilling experience. - **Seafood and Culinary Industry:** Exploring new ways of cooking and serving seafood dishes to elevate the dining experience. - **Eco-friendly Kitchenware:** Developing sustainable and natural materials for cooking utensils to meet the growing demand for environmentally conscious products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Heat-and-Eat Shellfish Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aquamar-shellfish-products.md) - [Charbroiled Oyster Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oyster-kit.md) - [Scallop Shell-Constructed Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shellmet.md) - [Fresh Seafood Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seafood-grill-box.md) - [Two-in-One Grilling Pans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ooni-dualsided-grizzler-plate.md) - [Shelf-Stable Plant-Based Scallops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plant-based-scallop.md) - [Versatile Ceramic Griddles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ceramic-griddle.md) - [Compact Tabletop Charcoal Grills](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/afterglow-portable-charcoal-stove.md) - [High-Heat Bamboo Meat Grills](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apix-bamboo-tabletop-meat-grill.md)