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13 March 2023
When I get hungry in the middle of the day, there are so many Mediterranean diet lunches I depend on. There are great salads , of course, and a number of soups that come together in a flash. There are also tons of sandwiches – the ones I make always lean on my favorite Greek ingredients too! But perhaps nothing makes a more satisfying lunch than ...
16 January 2023
In Greek cooking, vegetables tend to reign supreme, and while I certainly don’t play favorites, there are some that have become pantry staples and necessary components of essential recipes. The onion is one of them, a vital element to so much Greek cooking. They’re grown all over the world, and are related to chives, garlic, leeks, scallions, and shallots - some of the greatest ingredients for adding flavor to any dish!
27 December 2022
Usually, people think of meat dishes as the ones that wow, and this is often true – I mean, who wouldn’t be impressed by a saucy lamb dish or a hearty beef stew ? Even plants get their moment in the sun, starring in a variety of dishes that will leave dinner guests starry-eyed. But to me, few Greek recipes are as elegant as fish! Greece’s coastline ...
19 December 2022
During the holidays, I always look for ways to bring healthy plant-based dishes to the table. But I know it’s not easy to create a vegan menu that doesn’t lean on processed foods; a menu that is real and satisfying, and delicious for vegans and non-vegans alike. That’s what today’s blog is all about: vegan recipes with robust flavors that are perfect for Christmas, New Years, and any festive table!
14 October 2022
Rooster is a much esteemed meat in the Mediterranean and in the Greek diet especially, where it is reserved for Sunday and festive meals. The most famous Greek recipe for rooster is Kokoras Krasatos, or Rooster Braised in Red Wine. Consider it the Greek version of Coq au Vin! It may be hard to find rooster in American markets, ...
27 September 2022
Fall is an interesting transitional time in the Greek kitchen. Summer produce still abounds - head to your local laiki (street produce market) and you’ll find tables full of overripe tomatoes sold for sauces, as well as a literal cornucopia of peppers! But as you wander the market’s many stalls (or even peruse the shelves of your supermarket), you’ll notice the first telltale signs of a new season’s ingredients, too. And this means there are a whole crop of delicious plant-based recipes that come with the change of seasons.
4 August 2022
BUCKWHEAT CREPES TIPS: You can make these crepes up to one day ahead and refrigerate them. They can also freeze very well for several weeks. Stack them between pieces of parchment paper and wrap them airtight. OTHER TOPPINGS FOR INSPIRATION: Spinach and fried egg Creamy spinach and crispy mushrooms Mixed berries and maple syrup Apples and pistachio butter
12 July 2022
When you imagine a Greek island getaway, what usually comes to mind? Beaches with crystal-clear water, white rocks and sand, those iconic blue domed roofs on cliffsides that descend abruptly into the sea? If so, you’re not alone, and you’re most likely picturing Santorini, one of Greece’s most famous (and breathtakingly beautiful) islands. But besides caldera views that won’t quit ...
20 June 2022
SHIITAKES AND WHY THEY’RE GOOD FOR US Shiitakes, a brown-capped mushroom with thin stems, grow to between two and four inches tall. In recent years, they have been cultivated in Greece and some local (Ikarian) mushroom connoisseurs say that they’ve seen them grow wild on the island. I have not been able to confirm that. Nevertheless, mushrooms are a ...
8 June 2022
HOW TO USE THIS CONDIMENT: You can use this spicy, peachy ketchup as a dip or sandwich spread. It’s lovely on bruschetta and goes well with whole grilled Portobello mushrooms. Try substituting the peaches with plums or other fruit. I sometimes add a citrus peel or two or a rosemary sprig to the mixture as it simmers.
