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16 January 2024
In today's fast-paced world, where stress and burnout are all too common, the residents of Ikaria, a small Greek island in the Aegean Sea, seem to have discovered the secret to health and longevity. With its picturesque villages and serene landscapes, Ikaria has gained recognition as one of the world's Blue Zones - regions where people live significantly longer and healthier lives. In this blog post, we will explore the unique lifestyle practices that contribute to the health and longevity of Ikarians. Specifically, we will delve into village life, highlighting the role of naps, sleep, gardening, family connections, and the vibrant village square and cafe culture.
6 December 2023
It’s well-known by now that Ikarians live well. We know how to enjoy things, and find plenty of time in our lives to drink wine, walk, garden, and socialize – overall, just being very much alive! And food plays a major role in giving Ikarians good, long lives. From food stems certain lifestyle choices and even ways of socializing, all of which add up to the Ikarian way of life.
28 November 2023
Ikarian longevity cooking is alway seasonal and simple.
3 October 2023
Here in the Mediterranean, we’re all about a good vegetarian recipe! And luckily, Greece is the place to go to indulge in veggie-forward dishes that are luscious, flavorful, and filling. Greek cuisine boasts an abundance of vegetarian options, ranging from rich stews and subtly seasoned stuffed vegetables to various soups, salads, and pilafs. It might be surprising to associate a ...
1 October 2023
ABOUT WILD RICE - NUTRITION: Wild rice is a nutrient-rich food and contains manganese, phosphorus, magnesium, and zinc. It’s also gluten-free and has more protein than regular rice. SOAKING VS NOT SOAKING: Soaking wild rice is beneficial but unnecessary. It’s usually done to reduce the cooking time; however, it doesn’t affect the texture of the finished product.
5 September 2023
What do you do when you start feeling a little under the weather? You might reach for some kind of pill or supplement to help boost your immune system, fortifying your defenses and keeping you going through the sniffles or a fever. While these can definitely be effective, I’d like you to consider an alternative: dietary choices that favor certain ...
22 August 2023
I am constantly amazed by the incredible versatility of Greek ingredients, from cheeses and Greek yogurt to fresh veggies, and today, I’m looking at them in sandwiches. I have 5 mouth-watering Greek-inspired sandwich recipes that will not only satisfy your cravings for fresh, light, and healthy Mediterranean diet foods, but also promote a healthy overall lifestyle with the goodness of ...
20 June 2023
Greece is perhaps not best known for breakfast – we’re a nation of coffee drinkers, but not necessarily of breakfast eaters – but there are plenty of great Greek and Mediterranean recipes that involve that classic breakfast ingredient, the egg! While eggs don’t really play a prominent role on the table, as a main ingredient in their own right, they ...
16 May 2023
Lots of people ask me if I can suggest a weekly Mediterranean diet or Ikarian diet meal plan, and while I don’t have something per se, mostly because I am not a dietician (and therefore think more like a cook), I can certainly offer up a few tips and ideas for adding variety to your weekly recipe roster, all in ...
26 April 2023
When spring rolls around, and new produce starts to pop up in my garden, one of my favorite recipes to whip up is a pasta salad. It’s so endlessly versatile because, well, what doesn’t pair well with pasta? The classic deli salad bar illustrates this perfectly. Everything there goes beautifully on top of pasta - even other salads! - and it ends up being a great, starchy way to fill up. It’s also great cold, warm, or at room temperature, making it the ultimate picnic food.
