In 1999 the National Centre of Nutrition, of the National School for Public Health, headed by Mrs. Antonia Trichopoulou, in collaboration with the Hellenic Chemistry Laboratory and company RTD of Food Industry (ETAT.S.A.) conducted a large-scale research concerning the nutritional value of a group of 17 different wild herbs which were used in cottage pie …
Well, there is a whole underlying culture when it comes to Greek food. A thrilling journey to the senses, awakening your taste buds and introducing you to the junction of the Orient and the West. Greece is a hub of civilizations, where different people meet and interact shaping contemporary culture. And in this unique blend …
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 …
Thessaloniki is the second largest city in Greece, located in the North part of the country. For more than 2.300 years it has been a histoic crossroad between the West and the East, a “co-reigning” city during the Byzantine Empire and a “co-capital” in the modern Greek state. Thessaloniki keeps you for an abundance of …
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 …