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1 July 2023
WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT FETA: Feta is a traditional Greek brine cheese always made with either sheep’s milk or sheep and goat’s milk. It is also a PDP cheese, which stands for Protected Designation of Origin, meaning that real feta can only be made in specific places within Greece. These places are recognized for their long-standing traditions, climatic conditions ...
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 ...
13 June 2023
Greeks just might be born to grill – so, of course, it makes sense to go Greek for Father’s Day! Grilling is everywhere in Greece, no matter where you go, and historically this cooking method has long been a part of the Mediterranean cooking repertoire: evidence of grilling can be found in Greece’s Mycenaean civilization during 1600-1100 B.C. Archaeologists have ...
6 June 2023
For me, sustainability in my cooking is something I think about all the time. As much as is possible, I work to make responsible decisions surrounding the food I cook and consume, reducing waste and, ultimately, doing my part to reduce my impact on the planet! I consider it to be my responsibility to my community and to the environment, ...
30 May 2023
Squid is a beloved seafood in the Greek diet and this yummy Calamari Salad with sweet and sour dressing is perfect as a main course or side dish. Greeks love seafood and there are countless delicious Greek seafood recipes, both for salads and as main courses. Squid is particularly beloved. Squid is rich in protein, omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin ...
23 May 2023
One of the greatest parts of dining in Greece is the tradition of meze, also known as tapas, antipasto, merende, and even hors d’oeuvres. They’re small, savory plates of food enjoyed in a convivial atmosphere, and they make up a whole pan-Mediterranean culture: that of sharing food and drink with friends in an unrushed, unharried environment. The word “meze” itself ...
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.
11 April 2023
When you think about Greek Easter, I’m sure I can guess the first recipe you think of: lamb, right? I don’t blame you! For many, the cliched images of Greek lamb on a spit are conjured along with any conversation about Greece, and maybe during any time of year, but especially in the springtime. While this is now the most popular way to roast lamb, it’s really more of a mainland tradition than an island one; in reality, preparations for lamb abound, and you don’t need a spit to whip up a delicious Greek lamb recipe.
4 April 2023
Here in Greece, we’re still deep in the Lenten season, a 49-day period before Easter and a time of spiritual and physical cleansing. It’s a great time to reset, cleanse, and clarify intentions for the year. It also happens to be a great time to get back to the roots of the Mediterranean diet. Interestingly, some of the most delicious Greek foods are cooked during this time.
