In fact, the method, also known as a "Swedish torch" or "Canadian candle," has been used for centuries. It was originally created to supply heat and light by the Swedes during the Thirty Years War.

Swedish fire torches burn from the inside out, and the fire can last for two to five hours depending on the size and material of the wood.

This makeshift camping grill is called a Swedish Torch, and will burn at an even temperature long enough to cook your meal.

For a self-contained outdoor fire with built-in cooking posts, the Swedish torch can't be beat. All you need is one log and a chainsaw. The beauty of the Swedish torch is that once you light it ...

The Swedish torch The traditional fire building technique calls for thick logs on top, typically arranged in a pyramid or stacked square in the familiar log cabin style.

The stainless steel tool is built to sit on top of a fire known as a "Swedish Torch" and is held in place by four bolts.