Skewers available in stainless steel, wood,or bamboo, hold together small pieces of food during grilling or broiling. Curved metal skewers, specially designed for grilling, can creat a unique presentation for kabobs. Slender skewers can also be used for inserting into cakes and baked goods to test doneness. Before using for cooking, soak wood and bamboo skewers in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning.