No Greek feast is complete without Dolmades (Greek Stuffed Vine Leaves with Meat). This meat-filled version has tender vine leaves filled with a flavourful rice and beef mixture. They take a little time to prepare, but the result is always worth it. Growing up, I […]
Whether it’s a busy weeknight or a relaxed Sunday meal, this one-pan Greek Lemon Roasted Chicken and Potatoes is a winner. The chicken and potatoes absorb the delicious olive oil and lemon marinade, giving you a flavourful meal with very little effort. You’ll love this […]
There’s something special about Yemista (Greek Stuffed Vegetables with Rice and Minced Meat). The combination of tender vegetables, a flavourful rice and minced meat filling, all baked in a rich tomato sauce, makes this a truly satisfying meal. Yemista / Gemista brings together simple ingredients […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]