Wanna Be Greek Grilled Chicken Breasts There are some dishes that just transport you. For me, grilled chicken, especially when it carries a whisper of the Mediterranean, is one of them. I remember a trip to Greece years ago, the air thick with the scent of wild oregano and charcoal. We stumbled upon a tiny … Read more
Wild Oats Greek Orzo and Spinach Salad: A Taste of Sunshine and Simplicity There are some dishes that just instantly transport you. For me, this Wild Oats Greek Orzo and Spinach Salad is one of them. I remember the first time I tasted it, nestled in a vibrant deli counter at Wild Oats. The bright … Read more
Karithopeta: A Symphony of Walnuts, Spice, and Greek Sunshine There’s a particular scent that, for me, evokes the heart of a Greek grandmother’s kitchen – a warm, comforting aroma that speaks of generations of love poured into baking. It’s the heady perfume of toasted walnuts, kissed by cinnamon and sweetened with the syrupy embrace of … Read more
The Ultimate Greek Salad with Cherry Tomatoes: A Taste of the Aegean Sun There’s something truly magical about a perfectly executed Greek salad. For me, it’s not just a dish; it’s a memory. I remember one scorching summer afternoon in Crete, sitting at a tiny taverna overlooking the azure sea. The air was thick with … Read more
Kolokithopitta: Golden Gems of Greek Zucchini Fritters There’s a certain magic that happens when humble ingredients are transformed into something extraordinary, and for me, zucchini fritters, or kolokithopitta, hold that magic. I first encountered these golden delights on a sun-drenched afternoon in a small taverna on a Greek island, the air thick with the scent … Read more
“It’s Greek to Me” Baked Feta Chicken: A Mediterranean Marvel The aroma of lemon, oregano, and a hint of dill – it’s an olfactory journey to the sun-drenched shores of Greece, and it all starts with a humble block of feta. I remember the first time I encountered this dish; it was at a potluck, … Read more
Kotopita: A Golden Embrace of Phyllo and Fragrant Chicken The aroma of baking phyllo, mingling with the warm spices of cinnamon and nutmeg, always transports me back to my yiayia’s (grandmother’s) kitchen. Even before I could properly wield a knife, I’d watch, mesmerized, as she’d delicately layer those impossibly thin sheets of dough, each one … Read more
Fried Zucchini with Tzatziki: A Taste of Summer’s Bounty There are certain dishes that, with their first bite, transport you instantly. For me, fried zucchini with tzatziki is one of those culinary postcards from the Mediterranean. I remember a sweltering afternoon in a small village on the coast of Crete, where the air hung heavy … Read more
Kourabiedes: A Taste of Greek Holiday Sweetness My childhood kitchen was a symphony of aromas, but none quite as evocative as the scent of kourabiedes baking during the Christmas season. It wasn’t just the sweet, nutty fragrance of butter and almonds; it was the whispered murmur of my Yiayia’s Greek, the gentle clinking of her … Read more
Fennel Avgolemono: A Symphony of Citrus and Anise There are certain aromas that transport me instantly, conjuring memories with an almost visceral intensity. The subtle anise perfume of fennel, particularly when simmered gently, is one such aroma. I remember a crisp autumn evening years ago, flipping through a well-worn copy of Gourmet magazine. The November … Read more
The Irresistible 7-Layer Greek Dip: A Symphony of Mediterranean Flavors There’s a particular joy in creating a dish that’s as visually stunning as it is delicious, and for me, the 7-Layer Greek Dip embodies that perfection. I first encountered this vibrant mosaic of flavors at a friend’s summer barbecue, where it was the undisputed star … Read more
The Quintessential Feta Vinaigrette: A Culinary Companion There are some flavors that just transport you. For me, the bright, tangy punch of a perfectly balanced feta vinaigrette is one of them. I remember, years ago, visiting a small taverna tucked away on a Greek island. The owner, a woman with hands weathered by sun and … Read more
Island Pasticio: A Taste of Greek Sunshine in Every Bite The aroma of simmering tomatoes and warming spices always transports me back to sun-drenched afternoons spent in my grandmother’s kitchen, the air thick with the promise of something delicious. But it’s the memory of a particular dish, a comforting, layered masterpiece, that truly evokes the … Read more
Zucchini, Red Pepper, and Feta Frittata: A Taste of the Mediterranean There are certain dishes that transport you instantly, a single bite conjuring up memories of sun-drenched locales and lively family gatherings. For me, this Zucchini, Red Pepper, and Feta Frittata is one such dish. It reminds me of a crisp Mediterranean evening, the air … Read more
The Irresistible Squeak: Fried Halloumi with Zesty Caper Vinaigrette There’s a particular joy I find in simple ingredients elevated to something truly special. Halloumi, with its unique, firm texture and salty bite, has always held a special place in my culinary heart. I remember the first time I encountered it, pan-fried to a glorious golden … Read more
Kythoni Glyko: A Taste of Greek Sunshine and Autumn’s Embrace The first time I encountered Kythoni Glyko, or Quince Spoon Sweet, was on a crisp autumn afternoon in my grandmother’s sun-drenched kitchen in Crete. The air was thick with the earthy, slightly floral perfume of the quince fruits she had just prepared, a scent that, … Read more
Feta Cheese in Olive Oil: A Mediterranean Masterpiece There are some dishes that, with their sheer simplicity, transport you instantly to sun-drenched shores and bustling village squares. For me, feta cheese marinated in olive oil is one of those magical creations. I first encountered it during a trip to a small island in the Aegean … Read more
Koulourakia: A Taste of Greek Sunshine and Sweet Tradition The scent of warm butter and vanilla, carried on a gentle breeze, always brings me back to my Yiayia’s kitchen. While she didn’t make koulourakia specifically, her hands, dusted with flour, were always busy crafting edible memories. I remember watching her, mesmerized, as she shaped dough … Read more