by Olympian | Jul 21, 2021 | Blog, Family Dinners, Oven Baked, Recipes |
I don’t think that that there is anything better in this world than Greek roast lamb (ok, maybe loukoumades are also up there!!).. it’s what I was bought up on! Roast lamb done the Greek way is nice and browned with charred edges… some may even say over done!! Greeks...
by Olympian | May 12, 2021 | Blog, Family Dinners, Oven Baked, Recipes |
Pastitsio is to Greeks what lasagne is to the Italians and what mac and cheese is to Americans – intensely aromatic, rich and gooey layers of tubular pasta in a hearty sauce consisting of tomatoes and ground lamb meat, topped with béchamel sauce and, ideally,...
by Olympian | Apr 20, 2021 | Blog, Family Dinners, Recipes |
Kolokithokeftedes or squash fritters are so light and so crispy but just jammed packed with flavour… so much so you’d never think that they were Lenten or fasting friendly!!!! The mixture from my recipe can Be made up to three days before you want them; just cover...
by Olympian | Jul 13, 2020 | Family Dinners, Recipes, Simple Tasty Treats |
One of the Greeks most favourite foods are pies. Think Spanakopita, Manitaropita or Sfakianopita, and they all have one thing in common – cheese! Pies such as the Tiropita in Greece, are considered some kind of a unique specialty. They are a food that gives a Greek a...
by Olympian | Jun 19, 2020 | Blog, Family Dinners, Recipes, Simple Tasty Treats |
The horiatiki salad or Greek Salad can be served as an appetizer, can be an excellent main course as well, especially in the summer. After a day on the beach, this salad accompanied by some crusty bread and a glass of wine hits the spot every time! Be sure to use good...
by Olympian | Dec 16, 2015 | Family Dinners, Recipes, Soups |
A hearty and satisfying soup with the unmistakable flavour of sweet Trahana – a fine grain pasta made from semolina and milk. Packed with hearty potatoes, sweet celery, and juicy chunks of veal isn’t just nutritious…it’s delicious and pretty much the ultimate...