Tips for Purchasing Herbs & Wild Plants If you leave in the country, but do not have the knowledge required to identify specific herbs and wild plants, or the time to harvest them yourselves, look for them in your local market or greengrocer. It is advisable to find out the origin of then herbs and …
Various vegetarian fritters are very common in the Cycladeds. they are made with seasonal ingredients and herbs, while sometimes they use the food leftovers. In Santorini particularly, the small, waterless tomatoes are flavored with mint and oregano and occasionally with cod. This is the recipe for the classic and favoured Santorini dish; tomato fritters. Ingredients …
Another great and easy Greek recipe from one of our favorite Greek Chefs for you to try at home! Inspired by the traditional filo pastry recipes, filled with spinach and cheese this is a great modern version. [embedyt] http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2dv4-YGrrYs[/embedyt]
One of the most traditional ingredients of the Greek cuisine is lamb! Enjoy a nice Greek – type family meal by trying out the easy and delicious recipe below, by one of our favorite Greek chefs! [embedyt] http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9nx7q3feMLo[/embedyt]
Greece plays host to religious festivals with deeply rooted customs and centuries-old traditions all year round. One of the greatest celebrations of Christianity is Easter. The faithful Christians all over Greece follow the Holy Week ritual devoutly, giving themselves body and soul into the culmination of the Passion of Christ and finally rejoicing in His …
“Kathari Deftera,” Greek for Clean Monday, is considered to be one of the most important feasts all over Greece, each year commencing the 40-day period of the Great Lent for the Eastern Greek Orthodox Church, which is called “Sarakosti.” The feast begins on the first day of the 7th week before the Orthodox Easter Sunday. …
Everyone who had been to Greece has to try the legendary traditional Moussaka! A vegetarian casserole dish made of layers of potato, aubergine and zucchini topped with delicious minced meat and bechamel sauce! One of the best chefs in Greece has introduced us with the express recipe of Moussaka, so you can try it at …
Steeped in history and lapped by the Mediterranean sea, Greece is home to some of the finest ingredients in the world. Sample them in a traditional Greek dish along with a glass of ouzo. Greece has long been a family holiday favourite with its beautiful blue waters, child-friendly beaches and abundance of flavour-packed fare. Make …
Preparing the ultimate Greek starter does not require the effort it seems to do and will always taste amazing! You will need: 1 1/2 cups strained Greek yogurt 1 lb cucumbers, peeled and seeded 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 tbsp fresh chopped mint or dill 1 clove garlic, crushed (or more to taste) 1/4 tsp …