These Stuffed Vine Leaves, known as Dolmades Yialantzi, are a delicious vegan take on a classic dish. Packed with rice, fresh herb and lots of onions, they are gently simmered in an olive oil and lemon sauce until the leaves are tender and the rice […]
Soft and tender on the inside with a slightly crispy exterior, these Greek Lemon Potatoes are a guaranteed hit. Baked in a lemon and garlic olive oil marinade, they offer a subtle lemony flavour. They are so simple to prepare, you’ll find yourself making them […]
Fasolatha is a hearty Greek White Bean Soup that’s nourishing and simple to make. This classic soup combines tender white beans with diced vegetables like onion, carrot, celery, and potato and a hint of tomato paste. It is then finished with a generous splash of […]
If you love cookies with a hint of spice, then you’ll want to try these Melomakarona (Greek Honey Cookies). Lightly flavoured with cinnamon and cloves and then soaked in a delicious honey syrup, they’re a must-try. What are Melomakarona? Melomakarona are traditional Greek honey cookies, […]
Greek Fava is the ultimate comfort food. It’s a creamy purée made by gently simmering yellow split peas with onion and olive oil and then finished off with a drizzle of fresh lemon juice. It doesn’t get simpler than this! Greek Fava involves slowly simmering […]
These Greek Zucchini Fritters combine the mild flavour of zucchini with the sharpness of feta, a hint of Parmesan, and the freshness of mint and parsley. Pan-fried in olive oil until golden brown, they’re ideal as a snack or side dish, especially when enjoyed with […]
There’s nothing quite like a batch of Patates Tiganites – the classic Greek-style home-made potato fries. Seasoned with salt and occasionally topped with crumbled feta, oregano, or a squeeze of lemon juice, Greek Olive Oil Fries are perfect on their own or as a simple, […]
These peas, simmered in an olive oil tomato sauce, are a great example of how Greek cuisine can take something as simple as peas and turn it into a flavourful side dish. They’re perfect for adding a little Mediterranean flair to your meal. You can’t […]
This Eggplant, Potato and Tomato Casserole is a classic example of ‘lathera’ cuisine, a Greek tradition known for dishes cooked with plenty of olive oil. Here, eggplant and potatoes are first pan-fried in olive oil. Then, they’re topped with caramelised onions and baked in a […]
Greek Stuffed Cabbage Rolls (Lahanodolmades) are a classic Greek dish perfect for any occasion. Tender cabbage leaves are filled with a mixture of minced beef, rice and herbs, then simmered in a flavourful broth and drizzled with a rich, lemony sauce. Growing up, my mum’s […]
Soutzoukakia are Greek-style meatballs with a unique twist – they’re oval-shaped and flavoured with cumin and garlic. Cooked in a rich, tomato-based sauce, these flavourful meatballs are perfect for family dinners and are sure to become a staple in your recipe collection. This recipe is […]
Greek Green Beans with Potatoes (Fasolakia) is a perfect example of the ‘lathera’ style of cooking that the Greek cuisine is well known for, with its generous use of olive oil. The green beans and potatoes are simmered in a savoury tomato sauce enriched with […]