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8 March 2016
My favorite rice is, of course, Greek! It's more flavorful than other rices from around the world because it grows near the river deltas in N. Greece, seasoned by the salty spray of the sea nearby. We cook rice for dinner in Greece, as a main course, not only as a side dish. This recipe calls for Greek saffron ...
3 March 2013
Rio. New Orleans. Those are the places that come to mind when most people think of Carnival. But in Greece, Carnival, called “apokries,” which means “away from meat,” is one of the most festive times and yet one of the least known to non-Greeks, probably because most visitors to Greece gravitate to the country in the summer. Apokries lasts three ...
11 February 2013
Calamari stuffed with rice is considered an aphrodisiac in the Greek kitchen!
6 February 2012
This dish comes from the northern Greek region of Goumenessa, in Central Macedonia, a gorgeous, mountainous areas punctuated by lakes and rushing rivers. Sweet water fish abound here, among them a species of carp called grivadi, which is a little like American catfish. You can make this dish with trout or with any firm fish. This recipe, based on a ...
20 December 2011
8 servings 2 cups. basmati rice 5 to 6 Krokos Kozani (Greek saffron) threads 2 cups chicken broth 2 cups water 4 tbsp. butter Salt 2 tbsp. olive oil 2 large onions, finely chopped 2 large carrots, diced small Zest of 2 oranges, sliced into thin strips 3 tbsp. sugar 3 tbsp. water ½ – 1 cup raisins, Corinthian ...
12 October 2011
SWEETS IN THE GREEK KITCHEN Seasonal fruit is the dessert of choice among traditional Greeks, a custom maintained to this day both at home and in tavernas. But the Greek sweet repertoire is nonetheless large and diverse. Generally they fall into several categories: spoon sweets; whole-pan baked sweets; creams; fried and honey-drizzled sweets; cookies and biscuits; confections. I. Spoon Sweets—Glyka ...
7 October 2011
Try this spiced cabbage pilaf from N. Greece for your Thanksgiving table. Great for vegans and vegetarians, even as a main course!
21 February 2025
The comforting flavors of Greece are in this authentic Youvarlakia recipe. This hearty Greek meatball soup features tender beef and pork meatballs studded with rice, simmered in a rich broth, and finished with a velvety avgolemono sauce.The combination of fresh herbs, lemon, and eggs creates a uniquely tangy and creamy soup that's perfect for cold winter days or as ...
2 December 2024
Are you looking to add a unique twist to your Christmas dinner this year? Why not take a Mediterranean approach! Here's a complete Mediterranean-inspired menu, with ideas for every course—from appetizers to dessert.
18 July 2024
The Rich Seafood Heritage of Greek Cuisine Greece’s rich nautical heritage and the fact that the country has one of the longest coastlines in the world, thanks to its thousands of islands, have profoundly shaped its culinary landscape and given the cuisine a wealth of seafood recipes that are uniquely Greek. This deep-rooted connection to the sea dates back millennia, ...
